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The Impact of Anti-Semitism Claims on Academic Freedom in Western Universities

A recent Al Jazeera program discusses the suppression of pro-Palestinian voices in Western academia, highlighting the use of anti-Semitism claims to silence critics and the resulting climate of fear among professors and students.

Culture

Ilber Ortayli: Ottoman Empire's Legacy and the Shadow of Colonialism

2024-11-14T13:09:42.501Z

Turkish historian Ilber Ortayli discusses the enduring influence of the Ottoman Empire and the impact of Western colonialism on the Middle East, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of history.

Culture

Musab Abu Toha: Poetry as Survival Amidst Gaza's Bombardment

2024-11-14T11:40:17.510Z

Ethiopian-Canadian writer Aida Edemariam highlights the story of Musab Abu Toha, a Palestinian poet who fled Gaza amid the ongoing conflict, exploring the intersection of art and survival in times of war.

Culture

Exploring the Algerian Liberation Revolution Through Modern Novels

2024-11-14T08:50:11.529Z

The article discusses the significance of the Algerian Liberation Revolution in modern literature, focusing on the novel "Colonel Al-Zabbar" by Al-Habib Al-Sa'ih, which explores themes of memory, identity, and resistance.

Culture

New DNA Analysis Challenges Assumptions About Pompeii Victims

2024-11-14T05:49:24.268Z

Recent DNA analysis from Pompeii has revealed that many individuals thought to be related during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius were actually unrelated, challenging long-held assumptions about their identities and relationships.

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Culture

Francesca Bocca Al-Daqr: Redefining Italian Identity Through Islamic Heritage

2024-09-01T21:50:20.147Z

Explore how Francesca Bocca Al-Daqr advocates for a redefined Italian identity that embraces its Islamic heritage, addressing the challenges of representation and the importance of cultural dialogue.

Culture

Tragic End for Hvaldimir: The Beluga Whale Linked to Russian Navy Found Dead

2024-09-01T21:40:15.098Z

Discover the tragic story of Hvaldimir, the beluga whale linked to the Russian navy, found dead in Norway. Learn about his mysterious past and the implications of his death on wildlife and military activities.

Culture

Unlocking the Secrets of the Great Pyramid: New Study Confirms 2500 BC Construction Date

2024-09-01T07:20:19.701Z

Discover how a groundbreaking study confirms the construction date of the Great Pyramid of Khufu to 2500 BC, providing new insights into ancient Egyptian civilization and its advanced metallurgical practices.

Culture

Russia's Claim to the Church of Mary Magdalene: A 19th Century Legacy at the Heart of a Diplomatic Dispute

2024-09-01T06:29:58.561Z

Explore the rich history of the Church of Mary Magdalene in Jerusalem, a Russian Orthodox landmark at the center of a diplomatic dispute between Russia and Israel. Discover its architectural beauty and the significance of Mary Magdalene in Christianity.