Poetry

A collection of poems reflecting on relationships, the earth, human nature, identity, and what it means to feel at home.

Music Column: BARE3 - A Bold Debut Navigating Doubts and Dreams

Caught between passion and practicality, Ziad Azzam’s debut single BARE3 captures the tug-of-war between ambition and self-doubt. Read about his...

Letters I Never Sent - Letter #3

One of the many letters people never sent.

AD Secrets: A Waterfront Experience

Discover Abu Dhabi's hidden gems as winter unveils outdoor wonders — from Al Bateen’s tranquil bay views to Al Qana’s immersive aquarium and unique...

On Photojournalism and Beyond: a Civil War review

Spoiler-free review of the film “Civil War” (2024), written and directed by Alex Garland, using some of Susan Sontag’s ideas on war photography.

Turning Point or Status Quo? Unpacking Moldova's 2024 Election Results

Moldova’s 2024 elections mark a historic shift as pro-European President Maia Sandu wins reelection amid intense foreign interference claims. A...

Battle of the Bands 2024

The annual music event of NYUAD once again made students, faculty and their friends dance.

Severe Floods In Spain: Widespread Damage and Rescue Efforts Underway

In the aftermath of the unprecedented floods in Spain, more than 200 people were killed. This article reports on what led to the floods, who was...

Germany’s Government Collapses Over Economic Recession

After the dismissal of the finance minister Christian Lindner by Chancellor Olaf Scholtz, Lindner’s Free Democrats Party withdraws from the governing...

Takeaways from the UAE’s 2024 Annual Government Meetings

The UAE’s annual cabinet meetings in Abu Dhabi highlighted National Identity, Artificial Intelligence and other goals steering towards long-term...

What If Happiness Became a Measure of National Success?

If money doesn’t buy happiness, then why are the parameters of success and prosperity based on economic growth and not happiness?

Study Away Students Brace for Political and Social Challenges in the Wake of the New U.S. Presidency

NYU students studying away at NYUAD have their own unique perspectives on the outcomes of US elections, and what they should be bracing themselves...

Textbooks to Tech: Has AI impacted student intelligence?

Assistant Vice Provost for Pedagogy at NYU, Anandi Nagarajan, shares insights on how varying approaches to AI use among students reflect differing...

Manhattan Voters Already Felt Disillusioned on Election Night

Disillusionment described by Manhattan voters and non-voters on election night points to a growing U.S. trend of discontent that could explain...