Renowned poet Ron Geaves kicks off the 2026 Cellar Bards programme in Cardigan with the launch of his latest collection, ...

And Rumi’s poetry on divine love and the soul’s journey toward God would captivate Craig, inspiring him to leave behind his ...

It’s been described as embarrassing, clichéd or “unhelpful singsong.” Many poets dislike it too, but it’s a style they’ve learned from each other.

Bulleh Shah’s art and philosophy endure in culture today, from his poetry inspiring songs like ‘Chhaiyya Chhaiyya’, to his syncretic approach towards religion.

Each December, the Urs of Maulana Jalaluddin Rumi-revered worldwide simply as Rumi-is commemorated across the globe. The occasion holds deep spiritual significance for seekers who find solace and ...

Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rumi, or simply known as Rumi, was a Persian poet, jurist, and mystic who belonged to the 13th century. Rumi was born in the year 1207 in modern-day Afghanistan, and he later ...

Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old Minneapolis poet, wife and mother, was shot and killed Wednesday by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer, setting off nationwide protests over the ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...