The Real Impact of USAID Cuts on Africa
Economist James Shikwati and New Lines’ North Africa Editor Erin Brown consider the impact of drastic cuts to American aid in Africa on this episode of Global Insights on The Lede, hosted by Kwangu Liwewe.
The Long Shadow of the Debate Between Edward Said and Michael Walzer
Revisiting the intellectual confrontation between the literary theorist Edward Said and the political philosopher Michael Walzer today illuminates the ways liberal Zionism both invests in, and disavows, its ethno-religious fantasies.
Sitcom Under Siege
“No problem!” Sami al-Agha says on the phone, mid-scene. A second later, two deafening explosions shake the ground. Regime airstrikes. The power goes out. In the darkness, the cameraman moves closer and switches on the flash. Filming continues as if nothing happened, until the electricity returns 90 seconds later. “Ah!…
Before the Signal Scandal, Yemen Was Already on Edge
On a recent trip to Yemen, @adammbaron was immersed in the rhythm of family and fasting that characterizes Ramadan. Then the country turned into headline news, as he reports from Aden for @newlinesmag.
Hip-Hop in the Crossfire
In the wake of the Hamas attacks of Oct. 7, 2023, hip-hop artists on either side of the conflict have fronted fundraiser concerts, soundtracked protests and penned explicitly political bars. While some call for peace and unity, others face censorship for their combative lyrics.