King Idris’s Library in Derna
In Derna, eastern Libya, stands a unique building, built during the Italian era, specifically in 1920, as the seat of the Italian ruler. The “Palace
An Unfamiliar Home: Reflections From Libya
Summer has passed, and fall is around the corner. My visit to Libya already feels like a long time ago. However, I still wanted to
Osto: Preserving Amazigh Mezda Craft
Osto is a store in Tripoli’s old city that specializes in handmade woolen products made with a traditional machine called Nul, a specialized machine in
Bassem Gamal: An Egyptian Graphic Designer Bringing Nostalgic Memories to Life
Bassem Gamal, also known as Besoo, is a visual and graphic artist born and raised in the capital, Cairo, Egypt. He creates visuals inspired by
My Visit to Libya’s National Museum
I am back home, away from home, and finally settled in after spending some time in Libya. I finally got the chance to see family
Remembering Fatima Ahmed: A Timeless Libyan Voice
Tracing the influences of artists in the Libyan music industry, I continue this series, highlighting notable Libyan musicians. In this article, I would like to
Benghazi’s Cathedral & the Legacy of Italian Colonial Urbanism
Benghazi, Libya’s second-most-populated city after Tripoli, has faced many challenges throughout history but remains a place known for its diversity, intellectual life, and rich culture
My Favorite Coffee Shops in Rome
I noticed it’s been a while since I posted about my favorite coffee shops, whether in Paris or in other cities I’ve visited. So I
On 9 Years of Blogging
Just realized this morning that today marks 9 years of continuous blogging, during which I’ve learned and developed so much on a personal level. A
Mohammed Alaref Abiya: Painting Libya’s Visual Memory
For the past few years, I have used this platform to highlight artists from my home country and the MENA region. I aimed to shed