It also meant that restaurants had to hide their wine bottles and were not allowed to have wine lists on their menus.

ECONOMIST: Religion and advertising

Dealing with these large chains reduced distribution costs, facilitated efficient ordering practices, allowed the creation of set title lists, and created a coherent network for book signings and literary events that promoted publishers and sellers joint interests.

FORBES: Book Publishers Challenged by Distribution Problems

Parties competing in October's elections for a new constituent assembly will have to include women on their electoral lists, or they will not be allowed to take part.

ECONOMIST: Women and the Arab awakening