MIA Art Collection boosts gender equality in art
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UAE backs women in climate action, gender equality
“Today’s frameworks to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment ring hollow in the face of the war on Gaza, which...
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Fans without tickets can attend World Cup matches after group stage ends
Doha, Qatar---World Cup fans without tickets can travel to Qatar and watch the rest of the matches after the group...
- Qatari authorities said Early December feature, which allows fans without tickets to apply for a Hayya Card, will be valid after midnight on Dec. 2.
- Fans will need to show proof of accommodation and pay an entry fee of QAR 500 ($137) to obtain the Hayya Card and enter Qatar. Children under 12 will not be charged.
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VOX Cinemas unveils debut slate of original Arabic films
Diverse line-up of movies features local stories from new and established storytellers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Lebanon and UAE.
- Diverse line-up of movies features local stories from new and established storytellers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Lebanon and UAE
- VOX Cinemas will join forces with Sirb Productions, sister company of Myrkott Animation Studio, to produce a Saudi comedy
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Germany crash out of World Cup despite 4-2 defeat of Costa Rica
Al Khor, Qatar---Germany crashed out of the World Cup at the group stage for the second time in succession despite...
- The four-time World Cup winners came into the match needing a win but were also relying on the result of Japan's game with Spain to progress.
- But the Germans were eliminated from Group E due to goal difference as Japan followed up their defeat of Germany with another shock result by beating Spain 2-1.
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It’s time to recount UAE’s achievements across sectors as the country celebrates its 51st National Day
Beside successfully addressing COVID-19, the country created a distinguished development model covering all political, economic, social, scientific and cultural areas...
- Beside successfully addressing COVID-19, the Gulf country created a distinguished development model covering all political, economic, social, scientific and cultural areas in 2022
- The UAE, through its ambitious national initiatives and projects, ncreases its international competitiveness and continues the development of its legislative structure this year
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Muslim World League, Columbia University launch International Religions Lab
The lab will be a global platform for research and training in protecting societies from all forms of hatred.
- The lab will be a global platform for research and training in protecting societies from all forms of hatred
- Secretary General of the MWL Dr Al-Issa said it was important to create a world of more understanding, cooperation and peace
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‘Dai Gallery’ for Arab artists kicks off in Cairo with Qatari participation
The month-long exhibition includes works by 142 Arab artists in photography, painting, sculpture, and graphics.
- The month-long exhibition includes works by 142 Arab artists in photography, painting, sculpture, and graphics
- A symposium on Arab plastic art will take place on the sidelines of the exhibition, with the participation of a group of artists and critics
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UAE’s role in reconstruction of Mosul Heritage: Hope and will win over zealotry and exclusivism
"The revival of Mosul's heritage will reveal that the only way to live together is by believing in diversity as...
- Initially, the UAE’s contribution to the rebuilding of the cultural heritage of Mosul was about restoring and reconstructing landmarks, such as the Al-Nouri Mosque and its minarets
- A year later, the UAE and UNESCO renewed their collaboration to include support for the reconstruction of Al-Tahera Church and the Al-Saa Church, both built in the 19th century
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Hosts Qatar crash out of World Cup after Dutch held by Ecuador
Ecuador and Senegal meet in the last round of Group A matches next Tuesday, while Louis van Gaal's Dutch side...
- Qatar had made a nervy start to the tournament in a 2-0 defeat to Ecuador and they again looked tentative against Senegal.
- The Asian champions dropped their goalkeeper Saad Al Sheeb to the bench after his shaky performance in the opener.
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‘All the stars aligned’: Saudi shock Messi’s Argentina at World Cup
Doha, Qatar---Saudi Arabia pulled off one of the greatest upsets in World Cup history on Tuesday, roaring back to beat...
- Saudi Arabia, ranked a lowly 51st in the world, equalized early in the second half through Saleh Al-Shehri, silencing the hordes of Argentina fans.
- Argentina laid siege to the Saudi goal as the minutes ticked away but Saudi goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais proved unbeatable and the final whistle sparked scenes of jubilation.
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Fearing FIFA censure, European teams won’t wear ‘OneLove’ armband
England, Germany and five other European teams at the World Cup on Monday abandoned plans to wear a rainbow-themed armband...
- The "OneLove" armband due to be warn by the likes of England captain Harry Kane and Germany counterpart Manuel Neuer is designed as part of a campaign to promote inclusivity.
- The armbands had widely been viewed as a protest against laws in host nation Qatar, where homosexuality is illegal.
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From the Ashes: Saudi film inspired by true events set to premiere on Netflix
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - "From the Ashes," a Saudi film inspired by true events, is poised to debut on Netflix...
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Strengthening cultural diversity key focus of Sharjah
“Our annual event agenda is packed with international activities that attract content creators and writers from around the world. This...
Australia’s Starc, Cummins set salary records at IPL auction
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Original Asterix cover for auction despite legal challenge
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - An original cover painting from the 1963 comic book Asterix and Cleopatre was to go under the hammer...
- The sale was almost blocked by the daughter of the late French illustrator Albert Uderzo, who filed a complaint with Belgian prosecutors.
- Sylvie Uderzo argued that if her father had given the painting away he would have signed and dedicated it.
Palestinian poet Refaat Alareer killed in Gaza strike
Alareer, a professor of English literature at the Islamic University of Gaza, where he taught Shakespeare among other subjects, was...
- Alareer had said a few days after Israel began its ground offensive in October that he refused to leave northern Gaza, the epicenter of the fighting at the time
- In November, Alareer published a poem on X entitled "If I must die" that was shared tens of thousands of times. It concludes with the words: "If I must die, let it bring hope"
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Saudi-backed Newcastle face Champions League reality check
Manchester, United Kingdom - Newcastle must overcome the might of Paris Saint-Germain and a mounting injury list if the Magpies' first...
- Damaging back-to-back defeats to Borussia Dortmund have left Eddie Howe's men sitting bottom of a devilishly difficult Group F
- Newcastle are aiming to follow in the footsteps of Manchester City as a state-backed project that can go onto dominate English football and conquer Europe