Second edition of Saudi art biennale seeks to modernize Islamic tradition
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - Under a vast canopy of tents in the Saudi city of Jeddah, religious artefacts are on display...
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‘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"...
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Global players steer towards UAE as Abu Dhabi sails well to become ‘best’ superyacht destination
The UAE capital -- which now boasts 5,325 registered vessels -- is well on its way to become a key...
- The UAE capital -- which now boasts 5,325 registered vessels -- is well on its way to become a key hub for the international superyacht industry, says a report
- The completion of more than 150 new superyachts worth US$3.9bn in 2022 points to Abu Dhabi's entry into this premium industry, which may benefit UAE's economy
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Five centuries old Swiss graffiti found in Jerusalem
Researches believe Swiss knight Adrian von Bubenberg, who is believed to have visited the holy city in 1466, may have...
- "The building served as a monastery and a hostel for the Western pilgrims, who left their mark on the walls," said the leaders of the research, Michael Chernin and Shai Halevi.
- The team has uncovered more than 40 inscriptions on Mount Zion, adjacent to the Old City, which they attributed to Christian and Muslim pilgrims.
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Egypt temporarily bans hugely popular ‘mahraganat’ singers
Mahraganat, often known as "electro-shaabi", or popular electro, relies heavily on computer-generated and synthesised beats, and has a wide reach....
- The suspension came as Egyptian singer Mustafa Kamel became the union's chief
- His predecessor, Hani Shaker, had led a campaign against what he called an "unacceptable" genre
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Iraq unveils archaeological park with ancient carvings
The 13 stunning monumental rock-carved bas-reliefs were cut into the walls of an irrigation canal that stretches for some 10km at Faida...
- The panels, measuring five metres (16 feet) wide and two metres tall, date from the reigns of Sargon II (721-705 BC) and his son Sennacherib.
- The carvings were unearthed during several digs over recent years, by archaeologists from Kurdistan and Italy's University of Udine.
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Auctioneers unveil Microsoft co-founder’s $1bn art collection
Allen co-founded Microsoft with Bill Gates in 1975, becoming fabulously rich as the company grew into the computing behemoth it...
- Five centuries of touchstone works featuring some of the most significant creators in history are being sold next month
- The collection of more than 150 pieces includes work by Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Paul Gauguin and Jasper Johns
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Forum to discuss state of translation in Arab world at Cairo varsity
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--The 10th Scientific Forum of translation themed “Time Differences between Composition and Translation in the Arab World” will...
- The forum is being held on the occasion of the awarding ceremony of the King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Translation.
- It aims at highlighting and advancing the effective means in supporting translation projects.
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Freed Iranian singer appears in video for first time
The singer, who rose to fame for his song "Baraye", denied any links to any "movement or organization outside the...
- The song racked up 40 million views on Instagram before it was deleted after his arrest. He was released on bail on Tuesday, state media said
- Hajipour had posted a message on Instagram after his release, seeking to distance himself from politics
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Qatar wants mascot of headdress to symbolize WC
A flying keffiyah headdress named La'eeb, meaning super skilful player in Arabic, is the official World Cup mascot and is...
- La'eeb has been adopted by some internet blockchain communities in China which have issued tokens bearing the mascot's likeness.
- The keffiyeh headdress, also known as a shemagh or a ghutra, is designed to protect against the sun, sand and dust.
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Ornate Hindu temple opens doors in Islamic UAE
The large white marble building with Indian as well as Emirati architectural flourishes sits in the officially Islamic country's Jebel...
- The temple, with a distinctive lotus pattern decorating the central skylight, was built at a cost of about $16 million and can house 1,000 people at a time
- As well as a temple for all different forms of Hinduism, it will act as a support centre for Indian expatriates, particularly labourers
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Moroccan nomads’ way of life threatened by climate change
Rainfall in Morocco is set to decline by 11 percent and average temperatures are set to rise by 1.3 percent...
- Rainfall in Morocco is set to decline by 11 percent and average temperatures are set to rise by 1.3 percent by 2050, according to forecasts from the Ministry of Agriculture
- Severe water shortages have even pushed some nomads to take the rare step of taking out loans to feed their livestock, their most vital asset
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Mandoob shines light on Riyadh’s social transformation
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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...
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Cairo arts center razed for Old City makeover
Cairo, Egypt - Nestled in the heart of the historic capital here, a cultural center synonymous with the city's art scene...
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Innovation makes GCC’s gifting tradition sustainable
With growing interest in eco-friendly and socially responsible products, gift businesses in the region are adapting by integrating sustainable options...
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Aramex partners with Bollywood film Dunki starring Shah Rukh Khan
DUBAI, UAE - Aramex, a global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, announced a collaboration with the movie, Dunki...
- The partnership marks Aramex as the official brand partner for the movie and is a showcase of the brand’s commitment to expanding its presence in India.
- In a scene from the film, Shah Rukh Khan’s character receives a package from Aramex at a hotel, putting a spotlight on the brand’s global delivery services.
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‘Promoting reading key to a knowledge-based society’
“By strengthening the habit of reading among people, we aim to contribute to comprehensive development and sustainable education, and to...
- 'Reading in Public' initiative has been launched to encourage Arabic language reading in key Abu Dhabi locations.
- The initiative includes free publications in hotels, cafes, hospitals, and more, under ALC's Kalima Reading Club.
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Over 12m people visit Riyadh Season in 60 days
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Two months after their launch, on October 11, 2023, Riyadh Season events had already attracted 12...
- Riyadh Season attracts large number of visitors with different kinds of activities and experiences.
- It is one of the major Saudi events that establishes new concepts in the world of entertainment.