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πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Jalal Burjess Searches for the Meaning of Existence in 'Thin Possessed by a Lame Religion'

Jordanian writer Jalal Burjess explores the meaning of human existence in his new collection of stories titled 'Thin Possessed by a Lame Religion,' where ordinary characters face existential crises amid a chaotic world.

Mar 19 β€’ 10:20 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Novelist Wajdi Al-Ahdal: I Write to Awaken Something Inside, Not to Awaken Society

Wajdi Al-Ahdal, a prominent Yemeni novelist, expresses his writing philosophy that focuses on internal awakening rather than societal change, while addressing complex issues in contemporary Arab society.

Mar 14 β€’ 08:20 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Departure of Latifa Al-Dulaimi.. The Iraqi Novelist Who Rebelled Against 'Male Authority'

The article discusses the death of Iraqi novelist Latifa Al-Dulaimi, a significant voice in Arab feminist literature who passed away at the age of 86.

Mar 11 β€’ 04:00 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

How the promise to not return turned into a friendship with Egypt

A long quest to find an author for a book about Egypt resulted in a detailed exploration of the country’s culture and contemporary life.

Mar 7 β€’ 06:30 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Mahmoud Jaraba: The Researcher Who Talks to Clan Leaders

Mahmoud Jaraba is researching the dynamics of criminal clans in Germany, highlighting the lack of scientific literature on the subject despite extensive media coverage.

Mar 4 β€’ 15:23 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Between Sweet and Bitter: Berlin Establishes the 'Poetry of Exile' for Arabs in Europe

Berlin has launched a bilingual anthology titled 'Between Sweet and Bitter – Grenzlandschaften' that aims to elevate Arab Γ©migrΓ© poetry in Europe to academic prominence.

Feb 17 β€’ 10:30 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sharbel Dagher: The Poet Taps With His Own Hammer to Ignite the Spark of Language

Sharbel Dagher discusses his unique approach to poetry, emphasizing contemplation and deep meaning rather than mere written words.

Feb 14 β€’ 12:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The 'Nobel' Chase in the CafΓ©.. Wasini Al-Araj Transforms Intellectuals' 'Joke' into a Nightmarish Novel

Algerian author Wasini Al-Araj explores complex themes in his latest work, transforming a seemingly humorous concept into a profound narrative.

Feb 8 β€’ 08:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

6 Novels on the Shortlist for the Arab Novel World Prize

The Arab Novel World Prize announced the six novels that have qualified for its 19th edition shortlist during a press conference held in Bahrain.

Feb 4 β€’ 07:57 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Black Moon: A Rare Astronomical Phenomenon or a Media Term Without Scientific Roots?

The article discusses the emergence of terms like 'black moon' and 'blue moon' in both Arab and global astronomy, highlighting their lack of basis in traditional scientific literature and the influence of catchy media terminology.

Feb 2 β€’ 14:22 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Harvest 2025: The Most Beautiful Novels and Books That Remained Embedded in the Memory of Arab Creatives

The article explores the enduring impact of significant novels and books on Arab creators, emphasizing reading as a transformative experience.

Jan 4 β€’ 09:48 UTC

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