Set to the stunning backdrop of AlUla, Norah by Tawfiq Al-Zaidi has broken new ground for Saudi cinema with a story about two people who inspire one another.
Syrian novelist Ziad Abdullah's new book draws on the writings of a 12th century Andalusian traveller and a 13th century Persian judge to channel an ancient tradition and journey into fantasy.
From the Ottoman era through the French Mandate and beyond, football's development in Syria is a tale of cultural change and social adaptation, charting a pattern of development followed by decay.
Al Majalla speaks to the artist from Aleppo, who says Syria's civil war has dimmed his hope for the future but that painting the ocean helps calm his anxiety
In his new book 'Remember This Day Forever: Trump from Presidency to Rebellion', journalist Hussein Jaradi outlines the very real dangers of the sharp divisions ahead of the upcoming US election
In an interview with Al Majalla, the German Arabist points out the flaws of economic globalisation, which don't necessarily embrace cultural diversity and pluralism nor advance human rights
Teaching Arabic has become a highly politicised issue in France. This has deterred the state from offering enough Arabic classes. With few options, parents turn to mosques for learning.
In part 2 of a three-part series, Al Majalla examines how Arab immigrants in the Netherlands have increasingly turned to mosques to teach their children Arabic and why, for some, this is not ideal.
Teaching Arabic has been affected by the rise in Islamaphobia across Europe. In part 1 of a three-part series, Al Majalla looks at the experience of Arab immigrants in Germany.
Shot in Toyko, Wim Wenders' film pays homage to Ozu and other Japanese filmmaking giants. Critics say this could be the German filmmaker's best work yet.
The Egyptian series premiered on the first day of Ramadan and tells the story of the 11th-century cult leader Hasan i-Sabbah, whose followers were credited as pioneers of organised assassinations
The horrors in Gaza have led to accusations of genocide, denunciations at the Oscars, and even self-immolation by a US Air Force serviceman. When will enough be enough?
In the wake of Iran's attack on Israel, the West wants to levy additional sanctions on Iran. However, over the years, their effect has been limited as Tehran found ways to circumvent them.
The US network news star often hears people express surprise over her heritage. Her new book weaves her personal journey with stories of the Middle East and the world of international journalism.
The state's refusal to engage with bondholders risks keeping Lebanon out of the funding markets, draining its remaining reserves as creditors seek redress