In 'Songs for Times of Darkness', novelist Iman Hmeidan brings to life the travails of different eras, demonstrating how personal and collective anguish are often intertwined
As we celebrate the political, economic and cultural achievements of Arab women in the region, we also highlight some of their most pressing challenges, particularly for those living in war zones
In the midst of an economic crisis, working Lebanese mothers suffer. This is due to deep-seated societal bias and a lack of legal framework, which recognises their contributions and unique challenges.
Were women in Arab and Islamic history marginalised and excluded from intellectual, scientific, and cultural affairs, or are these simply stereotypical ideas easily refuted by facts?
Women in Middle East and North Africa face many challenges:According to the World Bank, 13 of the 15 countries with the lowest rate of female participation in the workforce are in the Arab world…
The opposition fighters making such strides on the battlefield want to carry on all the way to Damascus. For everyone else, there are reasons to call a halt to proceedings sooner rather than later
The signs are bad but there is international agreement when it comes to Syria. If they act now, Arab states can still re-establish control over events, but the usual statements of support won't cut it
K-pop, Oscar-winning films and famous TV dramas have boosted the country's profile and owe much to government policies as well as spontaneous creativity
There is no state help, and many cannot yet return home. For those who can, the devastation is almost too much to bear. Still, thousands fly the flag and tell images of Hassan Nasrallah that they won.