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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

Bassem Youssef's Satirical Song Critiques Netanyahu's ICC Trial Amid Gaza Crisis

2024-10-07T19:39:22.716Z

Bassem Youssef and Amjad Al Nour release a satirical song addressing Netanyahu's ICC trial, critiquing the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the influence of American politics on international law.

Culture

Jebel Moya: Preserving Sudan's Cultural Heritage Amidst Conflict

2024-10-07T16:39:24.523Z

Jebel Moya, an archaeological site in Sudan, faces threats from ongoing armed conflict, impacting its rich cultural heritage and local economy.

Culture

Exploring the Sacred Significance of the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem

2024-10-07T07:59:31.907Z

The Mount of Olives in Jerusalem is a significant religious site for Christians, believed to be where Jesus ascended to heaven. It features several important churches and monasteries, each with a unique historical and spiritual narrative.