Obaid AlBudoor: An Emirati Photographer Finds Beauty in the Desert Wilderness
A self-taught local photographer explores the region’s hidden gems and captures underrepresented cultural practices.
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Gulf States Promote Fitness and Well-Being This Ramadan
During the holy month of Ramadan, Gulf initiatives encourage a balance between traditions of preparing delicious meals and staying fit.
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Latifa Al Khalifa: A Local Curator Showcases Gulf Societies
From collecting wedding photos and exploring the evolution of khaleeji music to using humor to write about how people behave during the holy month of Ramadan, a Bahraini curator brings to light intriguing stories about Gulf societies.
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Revitalizing Yemen’s Ancient Traditions of Coffee Cultivation
Young Yemenis set up coffee startups to bolster Yemen’s agricultural sector, setting the stage for economic recovery and social change.
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Abdullah Al Bahrani: Bringing Economic Education and Financial Literacy to Young Omanis
Through YouTube videos, podcasts, and innovative educational programs, an Omani microeconomist encourages informed discussion about key issues of diversification and youth employment.
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Children’s Literature in the Gulf: Reviving the Art of Local Storytelling
Local authors contribute to the region’s art of storytelling and revive the heritage of traditional tales.
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101: Stimulating the UAE’s Grassroots Art Scene
During the coronavirus lockdown, young Emiratis set up a platform to support emerging local artists and engage with a wider audience to inspire curiosity and raise awareness about the local art scene.
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Mudhawi’s List: Advocating for Kuwaiti Women in Politics
Kuwaiti women have played a significant role on the political stage in recent years, but they have yet to reach equal representation in the National Assembly. Mudhawi’s List aims to support women to achieve a more promising future in politics.
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Controlling the Narrative: Censorship Laws in the Gulf
Kuwaiti activism against book censorship yields a partial victory, but expression remains strictly regulated through press and publication laws across the Gulf.
Women’s Nabati Poetry Captures Hearts
Inspired by love, longing, and the desert environment, female poets have long contributed to Nabati poetry. Now, women are breaking norms, refuting the notion that women and men are on different levels in poetry.
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