The Rise of Clean Meat and Why We All Must Jump on The Wagon
byArtificially produced meat is starting to grow in momentum, and one day in the future, eating meat will not be associated with killing an…
Culture
The Rise and Growth of Art Markets and Scenes in the GCC
byThis article explores the recent growth of the art market and the art scenes in the GCC, with a focus on the growth perceived…
Looking Forward to The Bright Side
byHave you ever wondered if you really know yourself? And how to learn how to find your passion to do what you were meant…
Seeing The World From A Muslim Convert Woman Perspective (Review on @BigLilSteps)
byA review about “Big Little Steps” written by Mathilde Loujayne, a guide to women from all faiths and walks of life interested in Islam….
5 Insights on Creativity – Hegarty on Creativity
bySummarizing some of the main insights Sir John Hegarty, one of the biggest names in the creative industry, shared in his book “Hegarty on…
The Art of Making Safeefah: Rooted in the Palm Tree (@IrthiCrafts)
byExploring the traditional Emirati craft of Safeefah making, and how it started and the different techniques behind it, and learning more about what the…
What You Need to Know About the Anti-Vaccine Movement
byThe anti-vaccine movement is becoming more popular every day. What are the outcomes of such a movement on the health and economy of a…
Life Abroad, Demystified
byDo we do ourselves a disservice by sticking with groups that look like us when studying abroad? Or are we better of integrating with…
Irthi (@IrthiCrafts) Bringing to Light Talli and its Artisans
byExploring the making of Talli – an Emirati traditional craft- and Bidwa, the social development programme under Irthi Crafts Council. In a wide grey…
Irthi Crafts Council(@irthicrafts): Developing New Markets
byTraditional crafts pave way for women and creativity. Last February my attendance to an Emirati traditional crafts event initially incited in me an interest…
The Consumption Identity
byThere is nothing more real than the intangible aspects of mankind; pain, identity, consciousnesses, awareness, and our relationships with people rather than objects. The…
Celebrating Fierceness: Arab Women in STEM
byIn 2019, the International Women’s Day saw the start of an Emirati-based platform initiated to celebrate Arab women in STEM. The 8th of March…
Climate Change – We Are Sinking, Queue the Music
byAre we living in a movie scene? Climate change might be our sad ending movie. When Titanic was sinking and everything was falling apart,…
Lawrence of Arabia, Hero or Villain?
byWhat is the historical understanding of Lawrence of Arabia’s role in the Middle East, and is he perceived as a hero or a villain?…
Why Luke Perry’s Death Has Significant Impact on Us 90s Kids
byLuke Perry’s death has sparked reactions of shock and sadness, many of which stem from the fans’ emotional attachment to the hit show, Beverly…
The War of Fake News on GCC and How Not To Fall For It
byThe importance of understanding the war of fake news, and learning how to arm yourself against it. Today’s political landscape is getting grayer and…
Land: An Essential or An Accidental Property of Identity?
byNationality may fulfill the individual’s sense of self leaving him/her with little need to pursue a higher understanding of their identity until nationality can…
Islamophobia And Hijabophobia: How It All Started and Why You Should Care
byIs Hijabophobia as scary as it seems? Why does America fear Muslims? Exploring misconceptions and challenging Muslim stereotypes. How many times have you witnessed the…
Harboring an Endangered Craft – Al Sadu
byA traditional Emirati craft, Al-Sadu, is threatened by extinction. Walking into a traditional Bedouin majlis, one would find the furniture decorated in primary colors…
The Youth Leveraging the Power of Vulnerability in Open Mic Nights (@BSpace4)
byWhat is the open mic night culture all about? And how is it empowering the youth in today’s world? I was recently invited to…