Religious occasions provide an opportunity to revisit history with a fresh perspective, free from rigid judgments of right and wrong. Instead, ...

In interviews with The New Arab, viewers and scholars expressed outrage over the Muawiya TV series’ controversial depiction ...

The Jordan Tourism Board is welcoming visitors to experience the marvels of seven Unesco World Heritage Sites, which offer enriching experiences of Jordan’s magnificent past and vibrant present. From ...

Scholars involved in excavation of Jerash, ancient Gerasa, discovered an Islamic-period mint in the city. Copper coins were issued in both a pre-reform and post-reform series."This seemingly ...

The tension between past empires and modern nationalism remains a challenge, but as the world evolves, this challenge can be ...

This European city has warm temperatures throughout the year, incredible architecture and has just been named the best city ...

The holy month of Ramadan is filled with rituals and festivities that date back centuries, among which are iconic treats ...

A senior figure from Egypt's highest religious authority has reportedly urged viewers to avoid watching the new Ramadan series Muawiya by Saudi broadcaster MBC, citing its sensitive subject matter and ...

A television series about the life of the Umayyad caliph, Muawiya, titled "Mo'awey," which was banned in Iraq due to the potential for stirring sectarian tensions, has made its way onto the screen.

The first two episodes of Muawiya, an eponymous 30-part Ramadan series about the founder and first caliph of the Umayyad dynasty, aired over the weekend. The show, produced by Saudi Arabia-owned ...