Iran isn’t exactly the first place that comes to mind when you think of thriving Jewish communities, but it actually has one of the oldest and…
Author: Malak Shalaby
Malak Shalaby
Malak cannot seem to get enough of Literature - so much so that she has pursued it in both her BA and MA, and the love affair is still going strong. Aside from her love for words, humans generally fascinate her. She spends a lot of her time analyzing the minds of people around her and watching criminal minds. She is still fairly new in adulthood, and until now, nothing has made sense in life but chocolate.
The recent military escalation between Iran and Israel is claimed to be one of the most intense confrontations between the two countries in decades. What began…
Al Ahly didn’t just bring the heat on the pitch; they brought the star power to the stands, too. A handful of familiar Egyptian faces were…
Okay, let’s be real: while we’re binge-watching Netflix reboots, some seriously iconic Arab cinema is collecting dust. Classic Egyptian films were dramatic, hilarious, messy, and ahead…
Let’s be real: Gouna is the place to throw your bachelorette if you’re after sun, soft chaos, and that “we don’t remember half of this but…
You know what’s cooler than watching a movie filmed in 15 countries with 6 costume changes and a random drone shot of the pyramids? A film…
Find yourself in Alexandria? Between the seafood platters and beach walks, you’ll realize this city has layers. Ancient, royal, poetic, revolutionary layers. And the best way…
If you thought only European art films could make you cry in subtitles, think again. The Arab world has mastered the kind of emotional storytelling that…
Sun’s out, sea’s sparkling, and your cravings? Fully aquatic. Whether you’re a calamari enthusiast, a lobster devotee, or just want to sit pretty by the water…
Alexandria isn’t just a coastal city. With its deep blue sea, rich layers of history, and blend of cultures, it’s no wonder filmmakers keep returning to…
