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How to change the world

The events that are taking place in Charlottesville have shocked many in the United States…

Samira Al Yaqoubi: The Jewel of Muscat

Artists have long been known to bring culture to life through their work. This is…

6 reasons why you need to visit Istanbul NOW

The number of tourists travelling to Turkey has drastically declined over the last two years.…

Shift – 3 Female Saudi Artists Reflect On Their Changing Culture In A London Exhibition

Since the discovery of oil in the 1930s, life in Saudi Arabia has changed beyond…

6 Ways to Experience the Middle East without leaving London

You might be craving hungover falafel after a heavy weekend or perhaps looking for the…

The Silk Roads: History as you’ve never been taught it

If you read one book this year, it should be Peter Frankopan’s The Silk Roads:…

5 Instagram accounts that capture the culture of the Middle East

1. Everyday Middle East @everydaymiddleeast Everyday Middle East is one of a series of ‘Everyday’…

Aire de Sevilla: The most luxurious stop on the tourist trail

Whether you’re a tourist on a sun-soaked city break looking for somewhere to relax or…