Last year Iraqi American journalist Dalia al-Aqidi requested an interview with Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, after a photo surfaced of a private meeting between Omar and Turkish President Recep Tayipp Erdogan. Al-Aqidi wanted to know the reason for the meeting. Omar never granted an interview to al-Aqidi, a veteran journalist who was the only Iraqi…
I have triumphed over both life and death, for I no longer want to live and I no longer fear death.” These were the final words posted on social media by Nawal el-Saadawi who passed away on Sunday, March 21st, 2021.For a controversial figure who has dedicated her life to liberate female desire from the…
A filmmaker is setting out to out to dispel female stereotypes in the Middle East in a new documentary charting the successes of women in the region following the signing of the historic Abraham Accords. Filmmaker Eva Lanska, an award-winning producer for her work in the feature and short film drama genre, has directed and produced her…
The United Arab Emirates, established in 1971, is one of the youngest countries in the world, and when you get there, pretty much everything you see around you is new. It is also one of the wealthiest, most neutral, and most inclusive countries in the world, trying to attract top talent and technology companies in…
In the world of fashion, there are designers who possess a unique ability to create garments that effortlessly blend sophistication and modernity. Faiza Bouguessa, the founder of her eponymous brand, is one such visionary. After pursuing a degree in English literature, Faiza followed her passion for garment designing, which had been nurtured since her early…
Dr. Lamees Hamdan, the founder of Shiffa Beauty, is one such trailblazer. W
