Topic: World
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A spooky guide to Muslim horror movies
It’s the perfect time to revel in a little haunting, and this watchlist will show you that Hollywood does not hold the monopoly on Halloween scares
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Vaak Festival: a showcase of Persian-language music, film and fashion
To mark the its fifth anniversary, Vaak Records is bringing an array of Iranian and Afghan artists to London
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Nabeel’s hazy shoegaze sound speaks a language of longing
Frontman Yasir Razak’s indie rock project blends the distorted tones of My Bloody Valentine and Sonic Youth with Arabic vocals
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Book recommendations: top reads to learn about Palestine
A selection of non-fiction, short stories and novels by Palestinian writers about their experience, culture and history
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In an uncertain world, I am drawn to family gatherings and a place on my grandmother’s sofa
There is so much beauty in the simple act of gathering: the laughter between generations, gossiping, the silence that no one needs to fill, all over several rounds of tea
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Weekend with Waleed Elgadi: ‘Joy is an act of rebellion’
The actor on his favourite Sudanese dishes, spontaneous trips to the theatre and his love of avocado
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Photo essay: Mohamed Hassan’s Our Hidden Room
In a new book, the Wales-based photographer uses images made by his late father to confront loss and keep their relationship alive
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A House of Dynamite: nuclear thriller shatters the myth of American exceptionalism
Kathryn Bigelow’s latest film is the culmination of a trilogy that examines fear — not of the ‘other’, but of the dark potential of Washington
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Darbar Festival celebrates 20 years bringing Indian classical music to the UK
This year’s event at London’s Barbican Centre highlights the healing elements of the ancient tradition alongside shows from pioneering artists
