Akhbar Habibi
The cultural record of the SWANA diaspora. Akhbar Habibi publishes fearless journalism, opinion, photography, and storytelling on culture, identity, politics, creativity, and community—without apology, without translation.
Why We Rebranded
Why did Habibi Please rebrand? Founder Mohamed Farid shares the thinking behind the evolution from a product-focused brand to a SWANA cultural lifestyle brand—and why this next chapter is about...
Arab American Heritage Month
Every April, Arab American Heritage Month comes around with more visibility, more conversations, and more people paying attention. And while that matters, it also raises a bigger question: what does...
Presence Doesn’t Mean Peace
In everyday life, most interactions look the same. People show up. They talk. They laugh. They go through their routines. From the outside, everything appears normal. But not everything is...
How to Support Lebanon Right Now: Trusted Organizations Providing Humanitarian Aid
In moments of crisis, many people ask the same question: How can I help from where I am? One meaningful way to show support is by donating to organizations that...
The Guilt of Being Safe
When Distance Doesn’t Protect the Heart As history has often shown, distance does not shield the heart from conflict. Safety, while a privilege, can sometimes carry an unexpected emotional weight....
UNAPOLOGETIC Arab IDENTITIES: Inside Habibi Plz’s Paris Panel on Identity, Power, and Cultural Ownership
As part of its first-ever Paris activation, Habibi Plz hosted a public panel discussion titled UNAPOLOGETIC Arab IDENTITIES, bringing together artists, cultural practitioners, and community leaders to confront one central question:...
Habibi Plz Launches in Paris: Redefining Arab Identity in Fashion and Cultural Space
Paris is one of the world’s most influential capitals of fashion, culture, and art. It is also a city where Arab presence is deeply embedded in everyday life—yet still constantly...
Habibi Plz Makes Its Middle East Debut in Qatar: A Bold New Era for Arab Identity Streetwear
Habibi Plz, the global Arab identity streetwear brand founded by Mohamed “Moe” Farid, announces its first Middle East debut in Qatar. Explore how the brand brings Qatari culture, Arabic language,...
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