Middle East/North Africa
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Ramadan Soaps: The Workers Will Not Be Televised
July 11, 2014 -
During Ramadan, watching TV series—many created specifically for the month of fasting—becomes a social event for millions of Muslims around the world. Here, Monira Al Qadiri manipulates soap operas produced in the Gulf to highlight a missing figure: the migrant worker who cleans up the lavish homes where melodramatic scenes unfold. More -
Christian State, Woo-hoo! Jewish State, Yay! Muslim State, Boo!
May 2, 2014 -
In the wake of the collapsed U.S.-led talks between Israel and the Palestinian Authority, comedian Negin Farsad asks why Americans accept the idea of a Jewish state but object to a Muslim state. More -
Here Comes the Money: Solar Power and Self-Determination in Western Sahara
April 30, 2014 -
Artist Mel Chin proposes a Western Saharan currency, backed by solar power, that would help the Sahrawi people achieve independence while also combatting climate change. More -
Activating Community in Unexpected Places, from a Fire Truck to a Silent University
March 3, 2014 -
In this episode of Forms of Life, Creative Time’s chief curator, Nato Thompson, speaks with artist Ahmet Ögüt about community organizing beyond the art world. More -
Shirin Neshat to President Rouhani: “Take Care of Your Artists”
February 3, 2014 -
In a speech delivered to President Rouhani and other global leaders at the 2014 World Economic Forum, artist Shirin Neshat praised the importance of culture in times of political crisis, calling on the Iranian president to respect artists’ voices and build a new image for her native country. More