Spotlight
Once Reviled, Libyan Archaeologists Take on a New Role
The study of the remains of ancient civilizations, once considered a relic of colonialism, is making a comeback.
Tunisian Professors Flee the Country for Better Salaries
Hundreds of Tunisian professors are leaving the country each year, putting the quality of higher education in the country at risk, policy makers say.
Can Arab Artists Survive?
A symposium at the British museum explored how Arab artists are coping as the room they have for expressing themselves dwindles.
Zig-Zagging Government Policies Hurt Jordanian Vocational Education
Constantly changing government decisions have discouraged students from pursuing vocational and technical professions.
Scholars Examine the Cultural Lives of Jihadists
A new book explores how jihadists use poetry, music and video to strengthen their cause.
Researchers Find Pollution from Cosmetics in Gulf Waters
In the Arabian Gulf, researchers have found high concentrations of tiny plastic beads that may carry toxic pollutants. But their work has been hobbled by the recent rift between Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
Some Gains, Many Sacrifices: Women’s Rights in Tunisia
Since the country’s independence, the position of women has been a point of both pride and controversy.
Discovery of Oldest Human Remains Fosters Moroccan Pride
After finding the oldest recorded fossils of human ancestors, in Morocco, researchers continue to dig to tell their story.
10 Iraqi Universities Rebuild In Wake of Islamic State
As the Iraqi-led coalition takes back territory, liberated universities are trying to serve students again.
Moroccan Researcher Follows Impact of Climate Change
Two years after joining NASA’s Atmospheric Sciences Lab, Kholoud Kahime continues her research on climate change and its impact on Morocco’s economy and society.
- In #Jordan, some #university departments have asked to be allowed to borrow money from abroad. https://t.co/I7MzeZiPHq #HigherEd
- How middle-income countries can respond to the refugee crisis. #refugeeEd #Mexico https://t.co/wd0ABStslU
- From the archives: A #library in #Iraq struggles to recover. https://t.co/gC1UBRB34j #mosul
