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How Palestinian rock artist Rasha Nahas uses her music to reclaim her identity
Palestinian rock artist Rasha Nahas describes herself as a ‘genre-defying, narrative-focused’ musician. But, what does that mean? In this episode of Real Talk, we chat with the Haifa-born musician who opens up about the meaning of belonging, music, and how her Palestinian identity influences her art. Real Talk is a Middle East Eye interview show that delves into the stories and experiences of a diverse range of guests.
Sadiq Khan on Islamophobia, Muslim representation and Trump | Real Talk
London Mayor Sadiq Khan became the first Muslim mayor of a major western capital in 2016. In this episode of Real Talk, we caught up with the mayor to speak about tackling Islamophobia, Muslim representation in the UK, and his feud with Donald Trump. Real Talk is a Middle East Eye interview show that delves into the stories and experiences of a diverse range of guests. Middle East Eye delivers independent and unrivalled coverage and analysis of the Middle East, North Africa and beyond.
Mariah Idrissi: From H&M to being a face of modest fashion | Real Talk
British-Moroccan model Mariah Idrissi has been dubbed as one of the main faces of modest fashion today. But modelling was never a profession that she initially pursued. In this debut episode of Real Talk, Mariah reflects on her start in the fashion industry when she became the first hijab-wearing Muslim model to feature in an H&M campaign in 2015. She also opens up about the challenges she faced as a hijabi model in the industry.
Who is Kemal Kilicdaroglu?
Turkey will be at a crossroads on 14 May when millions of people head to the polls to elect a president. The two frontrunners are the current president and Turkey's strong man Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the leader of the opposition Kemal Kilicdaroglu. Kilicdaroglu has led Turkey’s main secular opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), for over a decade and threatens Erdogan’s 20-year rule.
Mild crush to madness: The degrees of love in the Arabic language
Whether you find yourself struck by cupid's arrow or are just a little enamoured by a special someone, the Arabic language has no shortage of ways with which you can describe your feelings. The formal register of the Arabic language, or Classical Arabic, developed before the Islamic era during a period in which poetry was the most important form of artistic expression amongst Arab tribes.
Eyewitness: Yemeni journalist details horrific torture in Houthi prisons
“The worst of the torture was the use of electricity, hitting with cables and electric wires and pulling off my nails.” Yemeni journalist and political activist Hamza al-Jubeihi details the severe physical and mental torture he suffered during his five years in Houthi prisons. He was arrested for his articles and social media posts against the Yemeni rebel group who captured the capital Sanaa in 2014. Eleven journalists are still incarcerated in Houthi jails, four of them are on death row.
How did Qatar become rich?
Just 50 years ago, the tiny nation of Qatar was one of the poorest territories of Great Britain, relying on pearling and fishing. Today, Qatar has a GDP per capita of roughly $95,000 and has put itself on the map by being the first Arab nation to host the World Cup. So how did this tiny peninsula with a population of just under three million transform into a gas giant and one of the wealthiest nations in the world?
Netflix film 'The Swimmers': Who are Sara and Yusra Mardini?
Netflix's latest film 'The Swimmers' shows the lives of the Sara and Yusra Mardini; Two heroic sisters who fled war-torn Syria to follow a dream. Director Sally El Hosaini highlights the sisters’ journey whilst honouring the story of many refugees who don’t always have a happy ending. Middle East Eye delivers independent and unrivalled coverage and analysis of the Middle East, North Africa and beyond. To learn more about republishing this content and the associated fees, please fill out this form.
Al-Aqsa: The history of Jerusalem's iconic mosque
Located in the Old City, the historical site is a focal point of Israeli-Palestinian tensions 4 October 2022 11:41 BST ago Dominating Jerusalem's skyline, the al-Aqsa mosque is the jewel in the crown of the historic Old City. Holding a rich history for Muslims, Jews, and Christians alike, its beauty is both physical and transcendental to the thousands of worshippers who visit every year.
The history of al-Aqsa Mosque
Located in the Old City of Jerusalem lies al-Aqsa Mosque, a world heritage site defined by some of the most magnificent architecture in history. It’s also one of the world’s most contested territories and has often been targeted by Israeli forces in raids. So why is this site so significant to Palestinians and how has it become a symbol of their resistance? Here’s all you need to know about al-Aqsa Mosque
Visual investigation: Who killed Shireen Abu Akleh?
We investigated Israel’s claim that veteran journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was killed by Palestinian gunmen. It doesn't add up.
Eyewitness: The fate of Egypt's female prisoners
On 26 November 2019, Egyptian journalist Solafa Magdy was thrown into the back of a van and abducted along with her husband Hossam al-Sayyad and friend Mohammed Salah. This is her story.
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