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Resistance and feminism: Five must-read books from Algeria

The country’s literary scene has been defined by its independence struggle against France and the issue of women’s rights
Hajj
Quiz: How much do you know about the Hajj pilgrimage?
Eid
When is Eid al-Adha 2022? Here’s everything you need to know about the celebration
Culture
Moon Knight versus Ms Marvel: What lies beyond representation?
Hajj
Hajj 2022: Eight other pilgrimages where millions gather from around the world
Heritage
In pictures: Palestinian villages before the Nakba
Culture
Inside Ethiopia’s historic and thriving Yemeni community
Arts
Osman Hamdi Bey: Artist, archaeologist and protector of Ottoman heritage
Culture
Five of the Middle East's oldest cities that are still inhabited
Culture
'Our souls are split into two': Inside Mexico City's Arab community
Religion
Eid al-Adha 2022: What is Qurbani? The Islamic sacrifice explained
Culture
Inside the diverse Arab community of New Jersey
Women
BeYOUtiful: Helping girls feel confident in an airbrushed world
Food & Drink
From mandrakes to spring onions: Five foods the Ancient Egyptians used to eat
Heritage
Meatballs and militancy: How a Swedish king became the bane of the Ottoman Empire
Heritage
Quiz: Test yourself on the history of the Ancient Middle East and North Africa
Environment
Five of the highest mountains in the Middle East and North Africa
Food & Drink
Gastronomic blasphemy? Middle Easterners react to 'egregious' food ranking
Film
Cannes Film Festival: Saudi soft power and money make a splash
Heritage
Five new archaeological finds in the Middle East you should know about
Culture
Exploring the smells and perfumes of ancient Egypt
Culture
Wedding traditions from five countries across the region
Heritage
From the Achaemenids to the Mughals: A look at India's lost Persian history