Danny Makki

Syrian artist Majd Henawi is gaining recognition for his powerful works that capture personal memories and the evolving landscape of his homeland amid war

Recent basketball victories in Aleppo underscore the sport's profound impact, bringing joy and unity to a city recovering from tragedy and adversity.

Blending the Occident with the Orient, the German-Syrian duo Shkoon create a textured sound that celebrates cultural diversity, from folklore to electronica.

Incomplete Youth presents a deep and unique artistic impression of memories, experiences and impressions of youth and its imperfections and details in Syria.

Joumana Mortada is fast becoming a shining light in the Syrian art scene. Inspired by the enchanting old city of Damascus, and her soulful eye for colour, Joumana's art is both hopeful and vivid, helping to find life and light in every Syrian scene.

Book Club: Did you know that Damascus had a tramway 100 years before Dubai? Sami Moubayed's fascinating new book 'The Damascus Tramway' traces the history of its construction and its importance to the city's public transport system.

Currently on display at Christie's in London, Kawkaba is an unprecedented celebration of contemporary Arab art. Featuring masterpieces from Maghreb to Mashriq, the gender-balanced exhibition has turned heads and hearts throughout the art industry.

A stalwart of the Syrian art scene, sculptor Safaa al-Set's exhibition in Damascus evokes daydreaming to recall emotions of love, hope and yearning. Safaa's conceptual innovation has led to her work being eagerly anticipated by young Syrian artists.

For many Syrians still reeling from the effects of a disastrous economic climate, the tranquillity offered by Ramadan has come at a good time. An opportunity to focus on spiritual well-being and family, Syrians are embracing the holy month.

As a community, Syrians have been forced to fend for themselves. Faced with war and forgotten by the world, northwest Syrians have once again been called to assist their countryfolk after devastating earthquakes rocked the region.