The article discusses the impact of music on the Syrian revolution, focusing on Abdel Basset al-Sarout, a key protest singer, and Ayman al-Masri, his lyricist, illustrating their collaboration and the evolution of their relationship amid the civil war.

Comedians in Damascus are now making light of Bashar al-Assad's recent ousting, turning serious political themes into humor during their stand-up routines.

The article discusses the ongoing economic sanctions against Syria that impede reconstruction efforts in the war-torn country while highlighting the story of a US Syrian Jewish leader returning to Damascus after decades in exile.