As Heraclitus said centuries ago, “You cannot step into the same river twice.” Similarly, theater remains in a state of perpetual renewal, evolving with each passing second and moment. This is why “theater is destined for immortality—it is born and dies in the same instant, only to be reborn again.” The constant renewal of theater…
An inspiring session on Travel Narratives has been conducted by Dr. Wale Okediran who shared his expertise on crafting compelling travel stories, writing with authenticity, and the impact of storytelling on cultural narratives. This workshop marks the beginning of an exciting literary journey, including interactive sessions, a field trip to explore new perspectives, and a…
Cinema in the Balkan region gained widespread global recognition after the Bosnian-born, Serbian director Emir Kusturica (born in 1954) won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1985 for his film When Father Was Away on Business and again in 1995 for his film Underground. The Croatian film Halima’s Path, directed by Arsen…
As Tanzania prepares for the General Elections in October, the political landscape is indeed heating up, particularly between the ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), and the main opposition party, Chama Cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA). Each party is likely focusing on various strategies to maximize their chances of success and address potential obstacles. The…
Hussein Abdel Rahim Hussein Abdel Rahim (1967) is an Egyptian journalist, essayist, novelist and short story writer with many published stories and novels. The Circle of the Journey I walk under the rubble of clouds moving slowly beneath a neutral sky. Below, above, on God’s earth, you rotate alone with the kingdom, the seasons, and…
The Author Ahmed Hussein Humaidan Ahmed Hussein Humaidan (1958) is a Syrian poet, literary critic, and short story writer. He was born in Aleppo and has many poetic and critical publications. He also won the United Arab Emirates Writer’s Union Award in short story in two consecutive sessions (1999–2000). Before the last slumber of the…
Fathi Mhadhbi Fathi Mhadhbi, born in 1961, is a Tunisian poet and writer. He has many books and poetry collections and has actively participated in magazines and literary publications. With arched backs, we walk backward We had to face the storm Mending our collective imagination Screaming in the darkness To distract the owl of contradictions…
Gamal Al Kassas Gamal Al-Qassas (1950) is an Egyptian poet and journalist. He has published nearly fourteen poetry collections, the most recent of which is “There was Music Here,” published in 2023. Selections of his poems have been translated into English, Arabic, and Greek. He also won the Cavafy International Prize in Poetry in 1998….
The poet Mariam Qawwash Maryam Qawwash (1988) is a Palestinian poet who has published five poetry collections and has received numerous regional and international literary awards. Screenshot Testament I heap the mirage upon the face of our perished hopes! I heap, I heap… And I am certain that after the wars have passed,…
The author | Nawaf Younis Nawaf Younis, born in 1950, is a Syrian journalist and writer who graduated from the Faculty of Arts, Department of Philosophy. He writes short stories and journalistic articles and has worked as a journalist for Al-Khaleej newspaper and Al-Masrah magazine. He served as the editor-in-chief of Dubai Cultural Magazine and Sharjah Cultural Magazine. He has won several…