M.-Lynx-Qualey

‘Beauty of Arabic? No, the Violence of Events Is Vital’

‘Beauty of Arabic? No, the Violence of Events Is Vital’

SARAH IRVING, ARABLIT: An Iraqi refugee now based in Finland Hassan Blasim has firm views on language, violence and modern Iraq.

 Rob L. Wagner

Finally: Saudi Olympic Breakthrough For Women

Finally: Saudi Olympic Breakthrough For Women

ROB L. WAGNER: It was a very welcome surprise – the announcement that Saudi Arabia will have at least one woman at the Olympics

 Common Ground News Service

Can ‘Reel Freedom’ Translate Into Real Freedom?

Can ‘Reel Freedom’ Translate Into Real Freedom?

KHALED DIAB, CGNEWS: East Jerusalem is undergoing a cultural renaissance but what will be the ultimate end?