Tug of War: Are Anti-War Films Really Anti-War?

From Oscar-winning blockbusters to indie projects, why does “anti-war” cinema keep centring the invader, never the invaded?

Unpacking the Visual Language in El Mehdi’s New Music Video, ENCORE

A visual journey through El Mehdi’s self-directed music video

The Art of Nothing: Why Do Single-Colour Canvases Cost Millions?

For centuries, art was judged by its detail and craftsmanship. Now, empty frames and single-colour canvases command millions. How did we get here?

My Name Is: The Power, Politics, and Poetry of Arab Names

When Mohammad becomes Moe... What does it mean to disown, distort, or anglicise our Arab names?

Zayn Qahtani’s Sculptural Sanctuaries

The Bahraini-Lebanese artist creating ornate relics of emotion, adorned with shell, metal, and memory