The BEA currently sponsers biweekly showings of newly released American Videos for embassy staff and the local international community in the Chancery. Sports Soccer is the national sport. Soccer is played mostly outdoors or in the state-provided stadiums. The stadiums are also used for wrestling matches, another national passion.
Most sports complexes provide adequate equipment for weightlifting, gymnastics, and volleyball.
Swimming pools are an essential part of any facility although the cleanliness of the water leaves something to be desired. Aerobic programs can also be found at these complexes. Membership fees are reasonable. Other activities include nard, an Arabic board game played mostly by men in local parks and teahouses. Chess is also a national pastime and can be very competitive.