Palestinian Stealthy Rebellion in West Jerusalem

Palestinian graffiti- Shown for illustrative purposes.
Photos: Palestinian graffiti artists penetrate heavily fortified heart of West Jerusalem
Renowned Graffiti artist Banksy once spray painted, "If graffiti changed anything- it would be illegal." In the case of Palestine, the fact that a bunch of anonymous Palestinians spray painted pro-Palestine graffiti all over predominantly Jewish west Jerusalem is protesting cry in itself. Click on for some photographs.
"As the photos show, the art includes the map of Palestine with the Arabic prounoun أنا (“I” or “me”) and an image of a woman wearing a kaffiyeh with the word “revolt.” This image is a reminder of the central role women have played in Palestinian popular struggle."
"As the photos show, the art includes the map of Palestine with the Arabic prounoun أنا (“I” or “me”) and an image of a woman wearing a kaffiyeh with the word “revolt.” This image is a reminder of the central role women have played in Palestinian popular struggle."
Source: Electronic Intifada
10 Stubborn Body Myths
Amusingly, we all seem to think we know a thing or two about our bodies, but as it turns out, the human body is the greatest mystery of all. Kuwaiti blogger Hash refers to the Lifehacker blog's countdown of the "10 Stubborn Body Myths That Just Won’t Die, Debunked by Science". So stop counting those calories and read on to see what you've been missing all your life.
Source: Social Slave
{Leila Says}
It is no urban myth that being a parent puts a limit on your freedom. One mother and blogger discusses how motherhood can squeeze the spontaneity out of life. Yet, all mothers were people once, so it is up to you as an individual to create a spontaneity of action and thought.
"I guess it is up to me to create bobbles of fresh air in my daily life, by adding spontaneity, doing things differently, saying things in a different way, meeting new people, engaging new hobbies…"
"I guess it is up to me to create bobbles of fresh air in my daily life, by adding spontaneity, doing things differently, saying things in a different way, meeting new people, engaging new hobbies…"
Source: Leelouz World
Lebanese Designers dominating the 2012 Golden Globes
The 2012 Golden Globes have come and gone. But one things that remains fresh is the Lebanese invasion on the red carpet. No, not Lebanese actors, but Lebanese designers. Several stars were seen sporting the designs of a number Lebanese designers, including red carpet regulars Elie Saab and Reem Acra. Some were stunning; others looked ridiculous. And one unfortunate designer get his names butchered. Overall, a good effort.
Source: Style Cafe Beirut

















