‘Amazing’ AI de-ages Tom Hanks in new film ‘Here’
Los Angeles, United States - Tom Hanks has praised the "amazing" use of artificial intelligence to de-age him "in real time"...Arts & Culture
Five charged over ketamine death of ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry
Los Angeles, United States - Five people who allegedly supplied ketamine to "Friends" star Matthew Perry in a bid to exploit...Arts & Culture
Phallus and the boar: Turkey digs yield clues to human history
For researchers, the carved statue of a man holding his phallus with two hands while seated atop a bench adorned...Necmi Karul, who heads the prehistory department at Istanbul University, found the toppled statue of Karahantepe man that was broken into three sections
At Gobekli Tepe, archaeologists found a 1.2 mete long by 70-centimeter-tall depiction of a boar, with red eyes and teeth as well as a black-and-white body
Tourism prowess makes Riyadh top World Expo choice
In its bid to boost tourism, the Saudi capital blends historical charm with modernity, spotlighting its rich heritage, architecture, cuisine,...The capital of Saudi Arabia is currently undergoing a transformative journey in tourism, seamlessly blending its historical allure with modern sophistication
As Riyadh vies to host 2030 World Expo, it's set to showcase its rich history, architectural marvels, diverse culinary offerings, and advanced mobility solutions
Turkish excavations offer vital clues of human history
Gobekli Tepe - which experts believe was never actually inhabited - may be part of a vast sacred landscape that...A 2.3-meter carved statue was discovered in September at Karahantepe, in the heart of a complex of some 20 sites.
Karahantepe is part of the network around UNESCO-listed Gobekli Tepe, a place older than the Egyptian pyramids.
Middle East emerges as a global esports powerhouse
The Middle Eastern region, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is swiftly becoming a global esports hub, driven by...The Middle Eastern region, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is swiftly becoming a global esports hub, driven by its vast gamer community and strategic investments
The region's esports growth transcends gaming, with stakeholders from elite teams to media firms collaboratively shaping the region's live entertainment future
Ayodhya mosque design in India altered to resemble Middle East
Lucknow, India - The Indo-Islamic Cultural Foundation announced a change in the design of the mosque to be constructed on...The new design, prepared by a Pune-based architect, was finalized during a meeting in Mumbai
The mosque will be larger than the previous plan and will be capable of accommodating over 5,000 people upon completion
Mandoob shines light on Riyadh’s social transformation
The film is about an overworked delivery app driver in Riyadh, Fahad Nassir, who has taken a bold step into...The film is about an overworked delivery app driver in Riyadh, Fahad Nassir, who has taken a bold step into the world of bootlegging
Mohammed Aldokhi, portraying Nassir, stars in Ali Kalthami's highly anticipated dark comedy feature debut, which explores the rarely seen ultra-modern Saudi nightlife
Red Sea International Film Festival to showcase 14 short films
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) unveiled Monday the lineup of international short films participating...The theme of this year's event is "Your Story, Your Festival" and will screen films by industry professionals from Asia and Africa
14 films will be showcased in the event by filmmakers from countries such as Singapore, Senegal, Kazakhstan and Pakistan
Saudi Arabia to host inaugural Traditional Architecture Gathering
Diriyah, Saudi Arabia -- Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) Tuesday announced the inaugural edition of the 'Traditional Architecture Gathering' to...The event is themed 'Traditional Najdi Architecture,' and will bring together expert designers, engineers, architects, and specialists in ancient architectural styles.
The gathering will feature a display of valuable documents and books that shed light on Najdi architecture, history, society, and culture.
People marvel at ancient Iraq in new ‘Assassin’s Creed’ game
The central character, pickpocket turned master assassin Basim, speaks classical Arabic in "Assassin's Creed Mirage",.In the game, the hooded and stealthy hero fights his way through an ancient maze of alleyways, souks and rooftops.
The entire scene in the game has been rendered in loving detail with what its creators say is the help of historical sources.
Norwegian playwright Jon Fosse wins Nobel literature prize
Sometimes compared to Samuel Beckett, another Nobel-winning playwright, Fosse's work is minimalistic, relying on simple language which delivers its message...Fosse's writing is defined more by form than content, where what is not said is often more revealing than what is.
Fosse's oeuvre, written in Nynorsk -- a written form of Norwegian used by 10 percent of the population -- spans a variety of genres.
