Yemen

Al-Mahra: History, culture and proxy conflict in eastern Yemen

This article provides a historical and cultural introduction to Al-Mahra – the fascinating and exceptional eastern governorate of Yemen, which has become intrinsically tied to the unfolding political dynamics both inside Yemen and elsewhere in the region.

5 Health And Beauty Benefits Of Frankincense And How To Use It

Not only does it smell sacred and luxurious, but Frankincense is a natural remedy used to treat various ailments. In this post, we explore the multiple health and beauty properties of Frankincense and how this magical resin can be used to enrich your life.

#GIRLBOSS: 7 Arab Women Changing Their Industries And The World

If you’re in need of a little inspiration to finish 2020 strong (or at all), here are 7 unstoppable Arab women who are achieving incredible things in their industries, which range from media, art, food and fashion to science, journalism, politics the humanitarian sector.

A reckoning: Coronavirus in war-torn Yemen

In Yemen, the catastrophic impact of the war, a disastrous blockade preventing humanitarian relief from entering the country, multiple outbreaks of cholera and now Covid-19 have created a humanitarian disaster on the southwestern tip of the Arabian Peninsula.

8 places you won’t believe are in the Middle East

The Middle East has been heavily stereotyped and romanticised over the years. Stories of conflict, violence and religious extremism have bombarded the western media in recent decades, shaping a narrow view of the Middle East and its people. The following list contains 8 incredible places that shatter the traditional stereotypes and showcase the remarkable diversity of the Middle East.

African Arabs: Migration and cultural exchange on the Swahili coast

Throughout its rich history of trade, migration and empire, the East African coast – from Eritrea in the north to Mozambique in the south – has developed a unique cultural, religious and demographic identity that makes it distinct from the rest of the African continent.

5 Reasons To Visit Salalah, Oman

Salalah is the largest city of the Dhofar governorate of Oman, known to many as the ‘Land of Frankincense’. In this post, we’ll lay out 5 reasons why we think you should visit Salalah, including some of the best things to do and beautiful places to visit.

5 Omani & Yemeni foodies you need to follow

The food of Oman and Yemen is distinct to that of much of the Middle East, reflecting the area’s complex history of trade, migration and colonialism. Follow these 4 Yemeni and Omani foodies for recipes and culinary inspiration from the southern Arabian Peninsula.

The Middle East & North Africa Lockdown Diaries: YEMEN – Bashayer Ali

With Covid-19 causing chaos throughout the world, we decided to conduct a series of interviews with people across the Middle East and North Africa to try to understand how the effects are being felt across the region. In this interview, Yemen-based photographer Bashayer Ali shares her reflections.