- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- A team of Saudi and international archeologists has discovered ancient hand-made stone structures at Al-Dhulayat Mountain...
The discovery was part of an archeological survey conducted by the Heritage Commission in cooperation with the International Scientific Center.
Plus One Magazine on Wednesday published a scientific paper indicating that these stone structures were used as huge stone traps for animals that date back to the prehistoric era.
- M'hamid El Ghizlane, Morocco -- In a Moroccan oasis town on the edge of the Sahara, nomads in turbans and tunics...
Similar in many ways to field and ice hockey, but played barefoot and with palm wood sticks, the ancient game is called "mokhacha" in the local Hassani Arabic dialect.
Forms of sand hockey are also enjoyed in Ethiopia, where it is called Genna, and in Tunisia under the name of Oggaf, according to the UK-based Hockey Museum.
- He continued his predecessor's remarkable legacy until his own passing on May 13, 2022. Under his leadership, the UAE flourished,...
Under Sheikh Khalifa's leadership, the UAE fortified its prominent stature and assumed a leading regional and global role by fostering deep-rooted relations with numerous countries
To secure prosperous future, Sheikh Khalifa initiated an era of empowerment by implementing long-term national strategies, initiatives, and plans including the Principles of the 50
- IS militants used sledgehammers and power tools to deface ancient statues and pre-Islamic treasures housed in the museum.
A gaping hole remains in the floor of the museum's famed Assyrian gallery, caused by a bomb explosion.
The artefacts are being revived with financing from the International Alliance for the Protection of Cultural Heritage in Conflict Areas (ALIPH).
- At Christie's, the star lot is Henri Rousseau's "Les Flamants," which is set to smash the record price at auction...
Codex Sassoon, the most expensive historical document to ever go under the hammer and is tipped to fetch up to $50 million at Sotheby's on May 17
Other Sotheby's highlights include Jean-Michel Basquiat's 1985 ode to jazz "Now's the Time," which is predicted to achieve more than $30 million
- "Despite all of the lovely words spoken by every company and organization during events such as International Women’s Day to...
Many airlines and airports continue to use gender-specific language despite efforts towards gender equality in the Gulf region
Gender-specific language is a reminder of historical bias that hinders efforts towards gender equality and this needs to change
- Cairo, Egypt - Egypt's antiquities ministry insisted on Thursday that Cleopatra had "white skin and Hellenistic characteristics" in an ongoing row...
"Queen Cleopatra", produced by Jada Pinkett Smith and starring Adele James, is due for release on the streaming platform on May 10
Legend hails the queen born in around 69 BC as a great beauty, but the colour of her skin is largely open to interpretation
- Abu Dhabi, UAE – Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the country’s leisure and entertainment destination, appoints Jason Momoa to be the...
American actor Momoa assumes the former role of stand-up comedian Kevin Hart who announced the end of his reign as Chief Island Officer earlier this year
In the new trailer video, Jason is seen making a casual yet epic entrance on a paddle board announcing that his calling has led him to “this ridiculously awesome job.”
- Al-Ruwayeh, however, acknowledged that the contacts in the virtual realm have helped some people who suffer from loneliness to compensate...
Experts say virtual communication eliminates emotional expressions, but also creates channels for dialogue for many individuals
Posting too many Eid greetings simultaneously can create distractions and communication difficulties, they point out
- Abu Dhabi, UAE - Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club (ADMSC) signed an agreement with Abu Dhabi Marine for the sponsorship...
Organized by the Cultural Programs and Heritage Festival Committee and Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, it will feature the world’s longest 60ft dhow race – running for 125km.
This includes a local souq, traditional activities, competitions and handicrafts, preserving the emirate’s marine heritage for future generations.













