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Amira Howeidy writes: My editor, Hani Shukrallah
Amira Howeidy remembers her editor Hani Shukrallah: the man who saw her before she saw herself and transformed Al-Ahram Weekly…
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Lina El Wardani writes: Hani Shukrallah, always present
Egyptian journalist Lina El Wardani remembers Hani Shukrallah—her first and last editor: his humour, his defiance, and his unforgettable spirit.…
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Randa Shaath remembers Hani Shukrallah: Palestine was always in his heart
Randa Shaath remembers Hani Shukrallah: the friend who knew her heart, encouraged her writing, and always kept Palestine close to…
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Echoes of the Soul: Lina Osama’s Modern Mythology of the Human Face
The chromatic world of Egyptian artist Lina Osama in “Eyes Full of Dreams.” From the ancient influence of the Fayum…
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The Trinity of Restoration, Management, and Community: A Roadmap for Preserving Heliopolis
The Heliopolis Salon opens a dialogue on the vital role of culture in the architectural resurrection of heritage cities. Inaugurating…
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Azbakia: Of Safiya Helmy’s Casino, Umm Kulthum’s Soirées, and the Obsessions of Art
Journey through the storied history of Cairo’s Azbakia district, from its origins as Mamluk orchards to its zenith as the…
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Beyond the Veil: Zeinab Al-Sajini and the Eternal Radiance of Her Daughters
A retrospective on the life of Dr. Zeinab Al-Sajini, a matriarch of the Egyptian visual arts who transformed the sanctity…
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Of Salt and Stone: The Ascetic Sustenance of Coptic Lent
Exploring the deep-seated traditions of the Coptic Holy Week, this feature story traces the history of Dukkah and Aish Nashif…
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Nabil Darwish Museum.. The End of a Surreal Scene
As the dust settles on the state-ordered demolition of the Nabil Darwish Museum, the artist’s daughter, Sarah, recounts a surreal…
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The Sacred Flavors of Egypt’s Great Lent
From the symbolic rebirth of sprouted fava beans to the solemn taste of vinegar, explore the deep-seated culinary traditions and…
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