Syria’s forbidden library
While Syria keeps figuring in headlines worldwide and there’s a constant avalanche of newspaper analyses, the book shelves on the country remain remarkably empty. Sharq offers up seven top reads.
Fatima in Wildersland
In a European country turning sharp right politically, a brand new Arab-Dutch lifestyle magazine fights the odds. Sharq Magazine had an exclusive interview with founder and editor-in-chief Samira Elaouini.
Rajae El Mouhandiz prepares for third album
Having released two solo albums, appeared in four music videos, and worked with internationally renowned producers in Europe and the United States, Dutch Arab Rajae Al Mouhandiz is now working
Screenings and debate at London Palestine Film Festival
The annual London Palestine Film Festival will this year be held in the UK capital between 20 April and 3 May.
Syrian artist Mohannad Orabi to showcase in Dubai
New works by Syrian artist Mohannad Orabi will go on display in Dubai later this month in an exhibition at Ayyam DIFC gallery entitled ‘It’s No Longer About Me’.
Youth contemplate world without nuclear weapons
The Art for Peace 2012 competition, launched earlier this month to encourage youngesters to “be creative, and use [their] imagination to show a world free of nuclear weapons, a world without bombs, without wars, without fear,” has already received dozens of entries ahead of its
Screenings and debate at London Palestine Film Festival
The annual London Palestine Film Festival will this year be held in the UK capital between 20 April and 3 May.
Rajae El Mouhandiz prepares for third album
Having released two solo albums, appeared in four music videos, and worked with internationally renowned producers in Europe and the United States, Dutch Arab Rajae Al Mouhandiz is now working on her third album.
Music to Palestinian Ears
Since my childhood, music has never simply been a form of entertainment. For some reason, it’s always been associated with a concept, a narrative, or – dare I say – a cause.
Arab Fund opens call for literature and performing & visual arts
The Arab Fund for Arts and Culture (AFAC) is now receiving proposals in the field of literature, performing arts and visual arts.
Syria’s forbidden library
While Syria keeps figuring in headlines worldwide and there’s a constant avalanche of newspaper analyses, the book shelves on the country remain remarkably empty. Sharq offers up seven top reads.
Libya hosts first major literary festival in decades
Less than 15 months after the beginning of the Libyan revolution that ousted the North African country’s dictator of 42 years, Tripoli will host a plethora of poetic talent during a three-day poetry festival. Creative expression was only tolerated during Gaddafi’s decades in power if
Delicious Desserts
Baking provides never-ending opportunities to experiment with design using the basic principles of shape, size, colour, texture, contrast,…
Damascus homes
Exploring the historic homes of Old Damascus, the crown jewels of the longest continuously inhabited city on earth.…
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