An American journalist in Jerusalem on what Israeli networking really looks like, and what the system costs the newcomers it seems to welcome.
Inside the Middle East’s Most Captivating Museums
Today is International Museum Day. Across the Middle East, museums are rewriting what the word even means. This is a region where a 4,600-year-old wooden...
Jordan Slams Ben-Gvir Storming of Al-Aqsa During Flag March
Jordan has hit back hard at Israel after far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on Thursday, waving an Israeli flag...
Israelis Chant ‘Death to Arabs’ at Jerusalem Day March
Tens of thousands of ultranationalist Israelis stormed Jerusalem's Old City on Thursday, chanting "Death to Arabs" and "May your villages burn" during the annual Jerusalem...
Egypt Heat Wave Eases Friday, Cairo Drops to 33C
Egypt is finally catching a break. After a punishing week that pushed thermometers past 40 degrees Celsius, the Egyptian Meteorological Authority confirmed on Friday that...
Pharaohs’ Treasures Land at de Young Museum Aug. 1
San Francisco is about to time travel. Starting August 1, 2026, the de Young Museum will host the North American premiere of "Treasures of the...
Tel Aviv EAT Turns War Anxiety Into a Beachfront Feast
Thousands of people showed up to eat grilled kebabs, Druze pita, and Korean corn dogs by the Mediterranean Sea on Monday night. A fragile ceasefire...
Churrito Cairo Just Launched Cheese and Zaatar Churros
Churrito just did something nobody saw coming. Cairo's favourite authentic Spanish churro spot has crossed a line it has never crossed before, launching its first-ever...
Egypt Legalizes 191 Churches: What It Means for Believers
Egypt has handed legal status to 191 more churches, giving thousands of Christian families a reason to breathe easier. But behind this headline is a...
Cairo Museum Unveils Rare Malkata Palace Paintings
A hidden chapter of ancient Egypt has finally stepped into public view. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo has opened a new exhibit showcasing rare Malkata...
Egypt Trial Sparks Alarm Over Convert Rights
An Egyptian Christian convert, Said Abdelrazek, is set to appear before a terrorism court on April 21 in Badr, raising urgent concerns among rights groups...
Egypt’s New Drink Craze Shakes Up Cafés
Egypt’s café scene is entering a bold new phase as experimental drinks take center stage this season. From playful seasonal creations to indulgent local mashups,...
Cairo Transit Safe After US Iran Ceasefire What Travelers Need
Yes, it is safe to transit through Cairo International Airport right now. Egypt kept its airspace open during the recent US Iran conflict. The two...
Israel Reopens Jerusalem Holy Sites After Fragile Iran Ceasefire
Worshippers streamed into Jerusalem's holiest places Thursday after Israel lifted strict wartime limits. The move came days after a fragile ceasefire paused nearly six weeks...
IndiGo Riyadh Flights 2026: Limited Services Continue With Daily Changes
Tensions from the US-Iran conflict continue to disrupt air travel across the Middle East. IndiGo keeps a small number of flights running to Riyadh but...
Israel Intensifies Crackdown on Anti-War Protests Against Iran
In Tel Aviv's Habima Square, police led horses into an underground bomb shelter for safety. Just steps away, 17 handcuffed anti-war protesters remained trapped on...