Our mission
We develop personalized evidence-based scholar-curated learning experiences to help people understand the history of the Middle East.
Our learning tools
Middleastory
A fast-paced quiz game designed to surface verified facts in lightning rounds.
Test your knowledge, discover fascinating topics
Fact-check and stay informed with verified sources
Play to learn and enjoy fun bite-size content
Coming soon: the Middle East fact-checker
Not sure which version of the story to believe?
Type in your query
Get a verified answer
Delve into the context
Our approach
Evidence-Based Learning
We use only verifiable sources — government records, academic research, and established archives. No unverified claims.
Balanced by Design
Our content is non-partisan. You engage with facts first, then see clear explanations and sources.
Built for Real Understanding
Brief 3–5-question rounds make it easy to expand your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and form evidence-based perspectives.
Who we are
Our team
Something about who are the people behind this — researchers, entrepreneurs, etc
How we do it
Using AI, human in the loop, transparent procedure/algorithm, AI generated content, multiple AI models, scholar-curated, put through a series of tests, rigorous analysis, transparent process, adversarial review, expert analysis/review
Your questions, answered
How long is a round?
Three to five questions (under 60 seconds).
Where does U-ME get its facts?
Only from verified sources: United Nations, Encyclopædia Britannica, government archives, and peer-reviewed research. We never use Wikipedia or Reddit.
Can I use U-ME’s tools for education purposes?
Yes. Our format featuring balanced bite-size content works well for classrooms, workshops, and discussion groups, among other learner-centric settings.
How does U-ME keep its content balanced?
Questions highlight info gaps and common misconceptions across perspectives. Our goal is to foster understanding, not to persuade.
Takes less than 60 seconds. See how much you actually know.
Talk to Us
Interested in using Middleastory with students or in a workshop? Want to explore a partnership or share feedback?
We’d love to hear from you.
