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Arab Writers Are Stuck In A Cultural Cul-De-Sac – Dabbagh
M. LYNX-QUALEY: Unlike, say South American writers such as Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Arab writers appear to be defined by their geography and politics …
‘Little Green Men vs Arabs’: Simple Choice for U.S Readers
CROSSROADS ARABIA: Selling Arabic literature, in translation, to a U.S audience is particularly challenging…
Striking a Chord: Palestinian and Israeli Youth Sing Together
LINDA ABDUL AZIZ MENUHIN, CGNEWS: An initiative that brings young Palestinians and Israelis together for group singing has been embraced by both communities …
‘Wadjda’ – A Beautiful, Nuanced Evocation of Saudi Life
STEVE ROYSTON: It's the story of a young girl's everyday life in Riyadh. How many Saudis, though, will give up the chance to see the latest CGI blockbuster to view it? …
Rare Interview With Rawi Hage: ‘I’m Free To Be Difficult’
M. LYNX-QUALEY: He came to writing late and he writes in his third language but Rawi Hage has developed a compelling, distinctive voice …
‘We Can Matter’: Young Israeli Addresses Arab Idol Winner
NATAN ODENHEIMER, CGNEWS: In an open letter a former IDF soldier praises Mohammed Assaf and spells out how he believes he can help unite the two communities …
Children’s Puppet Show: A Threat to Israeli Public Security
M. LYNX-QUALEY: Children's puppets represent a new target for the Israeli authorities. …
‘Forza Arabia’: Italians Show Growing Interest in Arabic Literature
M. LYNX-QUALEY: Diving in the Red Sea is not the only pleasure from this region that is proving appealing to Italians. There is a growing interest in its literature. …
So What Exactly Is The Brotherhood’s Definition of Culture?
M. LYNX-QUALEY: Egypt's new culture minister has been spelling out what fits the ruling party's view of where arts and culture fit within society in a series of interviews…
‘Wadjda’: Is It The First Good Saudi-made Movie?
EMAN AL NAFJAN: Go see it is my recommendation and the movie reminds me of my own childhood growing up in the Kingdom …
Gaza’s Assaf: The Arab World’s New Singing Sensation
MONDOWEISS: He very nearly didn't even make it to the audition but Mohammed Assaf has rapidly become a superstar with his patriotic songs. …
A True Treasure Trove: Casablanca’s Vinyl Record Shops
Vinyl records are a rarity these days and many are collectors’ items.…