I insisted that my band play its first concert at the now destroyed Said al-Mishal Cultural Center. Read more about A crime against culture  

Palestinians from Gaza who study abroad are impeded from going home even for a holiday. Read more about Full freedom eludes Gaza's exiles 

Ours is a state of temporariness and a longing for security. Read more about Still refugees, wherever we are 

Watch: Writer sees Palestine beyond the occupied Gaza Strip for the first time. Read more about I saw Palestine  

Small businesses set up along the coast are keeping some families afloat. Read more about Refuge for some, Gaza’s corniche is a lifeline for others 

Employees see wages plummet. Read more about Workers are weakest link in Gaza's garment trade  

“Shells and bullets were everywhere,” recalls farmer who lost four loved ones. Read more about Gaza family remains rooted 15 years after massacre 

Generators for phone company held up by Israel, and more disruption could harm online economy. Read more about IT disruption panics Gaza’s new Internet entrepreneurs 

Palestinians describe how power cuts of 20 hours per day affect daily life. Read more about In photos: Gaza left to suffer in the dark 

Palestinians describe the role falafel plays in their lives. Read more about "Poor man's kebab" is Gaza's most treasured food