Jet skis in the desert: winter lake creates Saudi watersports oasis
Az Zulfī, Saudi Arabia -- The ear-splitting roar of his jet ski fills the air as Hamza al-Hamm thunders past,...
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Palestinian pottery sees revival in war-ravaged Gaza
Deir el-Balah, Palestinian Territories - Traditional clay pottery is seeing a resurgence in the Gaza Strip, where Palestinians are forced to...
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2,700-year-old sculpture unearthed in Iraq
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‘Little Falconers’ showcase Qatar heritage
Falconry was added to the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage in 2010, in countries including Qatar, Saudi Arabia and...
- Sever "Little Falconers" have gathered in a tent ahead of the football World Cup in Qatar, in a bid to introduce visitors to a practice inherited from their forefathers.
- The "Promising Falconers" contest for 11-15 year olds sees each falconer choose the perfect moment to release their bird in order to snatch their prey.
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European Film Festival commences at Haya Cultural Center in Amman
Amman, Jordan— Intended to open up a space for intercultural cooperation, the 34th edition of the European Film Festival (EUFF)...
- Hadjitheodosiou said cultural diversity is an integral part of the values of the European Union
- She lauded Jordan's role in promoting cultural appreciation and understanding, protecting diversity and cultural heritage
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Handshakes, coffee cups: Qatar etiquette essentials
Here are some of the cultural conventions football fans should know when visiting the emirate, which, like other Arab nations,...
- In public places, it is customary to stand up when greeting others, particularly the elderly, as a sign of respect.
- Guests must always drink with their right hand. The coffee keeps coming until you wave your cup to signal you have had your fill.
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Desert rally a rare tranquil escape in Libya
At the launch in 2013, organizers of the Al-Hamada rally had envisioned an annual event, yet this year's episode is...
- The contest sends a message that the country can pull off "a great sporting event, far from the politics and divisions" that perennially buffet it, organizer Khaled Drera said.
- The rally's name stems from the vast territory at the heart of Libya's portion of the Sahara, a stretch of tranquillity in a nation repeatedly engulfed by chaos.
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Saudi Arabia to host Under-21 World Snooker Championship in 2023
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia- --Saudi Arabia will host the World Under-21 Snooker Championship for men and women in July 2023, SPA...
- International Billiards and Snooker Federation has also agreed in principle to host the World Cup for Billiard and Snooker for men and women in Oct. 2024 for six balls and masters.
- Hosting the championship is the kingdom's one more step towards the development and promotion of the sports sector in its pursuit to achieve the Saudi Vision 2030 goals.
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‘Culture is prerequisite for peace in the world’
A robust cultural and creative sector remains at the heart of the UAE’s growth strategy and to give it a...
- It is important to inculcate culture among our youth and allow them to explore creatively the bridging of their heritage with the opportunities of the future, says UAE minister
- A robust #cultural and #creative sector remains at the heart of the #UAE’s #growth strategy, highlights Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi at the fifth edition of the Paris Peace Forum
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Flowery facelift for heart of revolt in Iraqi capital
The epicenter of the October 2019 anti-government protest movement, Tehrir square is now transformed and boasts a renovated park section.
- The epicenter of the October 2019 anti-government protest movement, Tehrir square is now transformed and boasts a renovated park section
- More than 600 people were killed and thousands injured during the unprecedented protests, where demonstrators denounced corruption
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Marrakech film festival makes a comeback after Covid hiatus
The festival, running from November 11-19, features emerging directors from across the world who will "shape the cinema of tomorrow",...
- Known for its conversational side events, the festival will give the public the chance to question Iran's two-time Oscar-winning director Asghar Farhadi
- Tributes will also be paid to American director James Gray and to Swinton, as well as Moroccan director Farida Benlyazid and Bollywood star Ranveer Singh
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Saudi light festival tries to sell public on arts push
The Noor Riyadh installations generally steer clear of political messaging, though several highlight the ravages of climate change.
- The Noor Riyadh installations generally steer clear of political messaging, though several highlight the ravages of climate change
- Saudi Arabia has generated buzz, and some controversy, in recent years for luring major names in the contemporary art world to shows like Desert X
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UAE views creativity through the lens of openness
"While living in Dubai, and through my performances in the UAE, I found that the culture of tolerance here is...
- The UAE’s far-sighted and rhythmic alignment with others has a great impact on the intercultural convergence it has made possible across creative sectors
- The country threw up a new model to catalyze creative growth in the music scene, through its ‘jazzy’ venture to provide a conducive environment
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Coach Mancini lays out Saudi’s plan at Asian Cup
Doha, Qatar - Roberto Mancini said on Wednesday that Saudi Arabia fear no team at the Asian Cup and will not...
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AI and death: Sundance films grapple with our digital afterlife
Park City, United States -- Artificial intelligence promises to make death "optional," as the technology learns to perfectly emulate our personalities,...
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Afif helps Qatar exorcise World Cup demons at Asian Cup
Doha, Qatar - Asian Cup hosts and holders Qatar have been on a mission to banish the painful memory of their...
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Money weighs on would-be Chinese parents as population falls
Long alarmed by falling fertility, the government has relaxed its decades-long one-child policy in recent years to allow three children...
- Childbirth in China usually comes after a wallet-draining process of buying a home, finding a spouse, and paying for a lavish wedding
- The average cost in 2019 of raising a child in China from birth to age 18 was 485,000 yuan ($68,000), a Beijing-based report said
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Epstein case: Social media frenzy over released papers
The release of Epstein-related court documents has ignited a social media frenzy, sparking intense scrutiny and various reactions about high-profile...
- The release of Epstein-related court documents has ignited a social media frenzy, sparking intense scrutiny and various reactions about high-profile individuals' involvement.
- The scandal has shown how social media can transform public discourse and activism, allowing for the expression of outrage, demands for justice, and alternative narratives.
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Ronaldo effect? Saudi spending spree fuels Asian Cup hopes
Saudi Pro League sides have shelled out to lure big-name players while Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2034...
- Mancini left more than a dozen of the World Cup squad out of his Asian Cup roster, although injuries have also played a part.
- Saudi Pro League clubs' spending on players over the summer was topped only by the English Premier League.