The annals of history in the making
Although it is improbable that Elizabeth II is a descendant of Muhammad, one of the British queen’s ancestors was likely a refugee Muslim princess. However, the enduring popularity of this theory speaks some harsh truths about post-colonial reality and sheds light on the intertwined history of Islam and Christendom.
Read moreBy Christian Nielsen To see modern Spain’s flourishing design and innovation landscape today, it is hard to imagine a time
Read moreBernard Lewis was the orientalist scholar of choice for American neo-conservatives. His dangerous ‘clash of civilisations’ theory was not only wrong but caused enormous damage in the Middle East.
Read moreDespite having one of the world’s highest levels of income equality, Egypt’s wealth gap is growing to become one of the widest. What is behind this paradox?
Read moreDespite the crisis in traditional media, the Brussels press corps continues to survive and thrive, but not without difficulties.
Read more“We never regret. Us old guys never regret.” They both chuckled and gave a nod of goodbye.
Read moreSpain’s recognition of the Jews it expelled ignores another historical crime: the Muslims forced out of Andalusia.
Read moreFrom Guy Fawkes and Lord Byron to Ernest Hemingway and George Orwell, Westerners have an ancient tradition of doing ‘jihad’ in foreign lands.
Read moreThe subtext of the bestselling novel, The Imperfectionists, are elusive… Is it a perfect take on the imperfections of the media and modern society?
Read moreAlthough many Europeans associate it with political turmoil, the Basque Country is the only Spanish region where the economic outlooks is mild.
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