‘Harir Al-Ghazala’: An Omani Novel Reveals Heritage’s Implications on Women’s Lives
In her new novel “Harir Al-Ghazala,” the Omani novelist Jokha Alharthi sheds light on her country’s women and their aspirations across generations.
Dominican Institute’s Library in Cairo Is a Destination for Scholars of Islamic Heritage
The library of the Dominican Institute for Oriental Studies, in Cairo, attracts scholars from all over the world.
May Ziade’s Writings on Women’s Education Are Republished
Book sheds new light on the life of one of the most important Arab women writers in the first half of the 20th century.
Arab Women Comedians Get a Boost at the Edinburgh Fringe
For two Arab women comedians, challenging stereotypes is part of the act—and just being onstage is breaking one barrier.
Art Graduation Projects in Egypt Go On in Pandemic’s Shadow
Students’ art graduation projects seek inspiration in Egypt’s heritage but also reflect the modern world and the isolation caused by Covid-19.
Alia Muhammad Baqer, Savior of Basra Library’s Books, Dies at 69
As Basra’s chief librarian, Alia Muhammed Baqer rescued 30,000 books and manuscripts from being lost as British forces occupied the city in 2003.
Art as Memory Dominates Egypt’s General Exhibition
The organizers say their choice of more than 350 works is meant to generate a dialogue between different generations of artists.
Changes at AUC’s Center for Translation Studies Cause Dismay
The center’s director reported in an email that the center was being shut down. The university insists its work will continue.
Exhibit Offers a New View of Salah Jahin, Egyptian Poet and Artist
Cairo’s Bayt Al-Suhaymi celebrates the famed Egyptian poet and cartoonist Salah Jahin with an exhibition of 40 previously unpublished works.
Arab British Centre Expands Its Reach With Online Events
Changes forced on the London-based center by Covid-19 were a challenge, but reaching a wider audience online represents a net gain, its chairman says.
