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Art as the Palestinian Land: Reflecting the Dynamics of Palestine and Israel

Hala Himzawi

The fragmentation, denial, and persistent repression of the Palestinian identity and territorial independence is part of Israel’s mechanism of utilizing nationalist art. It strives to cleanse the Palestinian culture and derive slogans that misrepresent the Palestinian experience.

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Why Nasrallah’s Speech Wasn’t Useless. Friday, November 3rd, 3:00 PM.

Judy El Baba

Because the speech did not reach a ground-breaking, devastating conclusion, many assumed it was useless. This article breaks down why it was a needed speech, in spite of one’s stance towards the Resistance Movement.

The Reflection of Liberalism in 20th Century Classical Music

Faris Abdul Al

Music has always responded to the whims of society, the notions of philosophers, and the never-ending turbulence of political landscapes. It always served as a reflection of humanity's ever-changing desires, conflicts, and beliefs… From here, some principles of liberalism might have found a resonating voice within the realm of Modern classical music.

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Burkina Faso: Enduring an Ongoing Stream of Abuse

Angela Dagher

A legacy of military coups threaten the stability of the Burkina Faso government. Terrorist insurgencies, specifically JNIM, exploit the fragile status quo, indulging in war crimes and human rights violations. Regional action must be taken to avoid the spread of al-Qaeda's ideology in the African Sahel.

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MUN: A Simulation or Assimilation?

Judy El Baba

Model United Nations, a character-building extracurricular, simultaneously normalises the integration of the youth into the same existing flawed system.

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A Hijabi’s Perspective: Being a “Girls’ Girl” Until…

Judy El Baba

“You look tired” is a condescending statement many women have heard when they show up without makeup, specifically when trying to quit its practice. Sometimes, the intention is harmless, but it often highlights the underlying effects of modern patriarchy amongst female relationships.