Oct 21, 2010
The widespread perception is that Arab and Muslim men in general are all poetic lovers initially, but then once they actually get married, they become 'practical husbands'.
Read Article She said I wouldn't 'understand' why her husband hit her, as I am not married
Aug 12, 2010
Their knowledge and heritage is dying with them. Luckily these practices are being documented and archived, but they are no longer living parts of the culture. Read Article Listen to desert, water and history - listen to the old men
Jul 22, 2010
As a girl at school, the niqab protected me from the prying eyes of strangers. Now, I wouldn't allow men to disrespect me with their comments or behaviour without a rebuke. Read Article As a child, the niqab protected me; now, I protect myself
Jun 17, 2010
To be scrutinised by judges dressed in formal robes, looked over by jury members and gossiped about by the audience can leave even the most confident of us shaken. Read Article Guilt aside, my sympathy for a woman alone in court
Jun 10, 2010
I have seen the plight of the Middle East's Christian population first hand. Over the years, I have watched Arab Christians come under threat in conflict zones such as Iraq, Israel-Palestine and Lebanon. Read Article A 'salam', a wedding and a lesson in religious tolerance
Feb 04, 2010
As a woman, you already feel vulnerable enough without someone throwing their family tree at you or treating you as if you are pursuing them for marriage. Read Article Spare me your titles if you can't show common courtesy
Jan 07, 2010
There are numerous studies showing that children who are used to eating with their families have better social skills and fewer behavioural problems. Read Article The joy of food and chat round my table: er
what table?
Dec 31, 2009
So, it is the end of a decade, and I am still single. Ten years have passed already? It doesn't feel like it, until I start to reflect over these years and realise, wow, it has been some journey. Read Article Reflections on a decade: cosmonauts and a cup of tea
Nov 26, 2009
Memories of school plays, some of which I have blocked out from embarrassment, came back to me when I spent a few days with some Emirati theatre actors. Read Article My stage debut, 'Make me a sandwich or the donkey gets it'
Oct 29, 2009
I know that as we grow older, the stories we tell of our past are embellished, but I still love listening to this one. Read Article Grow old? No thanks - I'd rather be a valuable antique
