WEF24: Virunga battles deforestation, habitat loss
Climate finance plays a critical role in protecting Virunga National Park through innovative solutions like hydroelectric energy, director Emmanuel de...
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US teens make efforts for Jewish-Muslim dialogue in New Jersey suburb
TEANECK, US - They are only teenagers, but a pair of New Jersey high school students -- one Jewish and one...
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April 2 will be first day of Ramadan: International Astronomical Center
It will be possible to see the crescent with a telescope, but not the naked eye, from parts of the...
- Seeing the crescent on Friday, April 1, is not possible with the naked eye from anywhere in the Islamic world
- It can be viewed only through a telescope, but with great difficulty, from parts of Africa and the Americas
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Marilyn Monroe portrait may fetch $200m at auction
Christie's said it expects Andy Warhol's 1964 "Shot Sage Blue Marilyn" to become the most expensive 20th century artwork when...
- Christie's described the 40 inch (100 centimeter) by 40 inch portrait as "one of the rarest and most transcendent images in existence."
- Warhol began creating silkscreens of Monroe following the actress's death from a drug overdose aged just 36 in August 1962.
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Iran’s Khamenei hopes for economic upturn in Persian New Year speech
Khamenei said the toughest problems encountered last year were due to "rising prices and inflation".
- Khamenei said the toughest problems encountered last year were due to "rising prices and inflation."
- Iran's economy has suffered under stringent sanctions that were reimposed by the US in 2018
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Five ancient tombs discovered in Egypt’s Saqqara
In January 2021, Egypt unveiled ancient treasures found at Saqqara, including more than 50 wooden sarcophagi dating back to the...
- Saqqara is a vast necropolis of the ancient Egyptian capital Memphis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to more than a dozen pyramids and animal burial sites.
- The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said one of the tombs belonged to a top official named Iry. A limestone sarcophagus and colorful decorations were found in the tomb.
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Gulf region’s biggest wellness festival begins in Saudi Arabia
The AlUla Festival for Recreation and Relaxation, which is considered the largest festival of relaxation and wellness in the Gulf...
- The 10-day event began with the opening of “Five Senses Sanctuary” designed among the rocks of the ancient mountains of the Kingdom of Dadan.
- The launch included the presence of the spokeswoman for women's rights, Manal Rostom, who shared her experiences with the audience.
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Turkey’s Jews see glimpse of past in Netflix series
A groundbreaking Netflix series set among Turkey's Jews has been an unexpected hit there, challenging taboos and enthralling audiences with...
- The global success of Turkish television series -- often with government-pleasing narratives -- has made the country a small-screen superpower
- While minorities once flourished in the cosmopolitan capital of the Ottoman Empire, they suffered persecution as it fell and discrimination ever since
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War heaps misery upon Yemen’s heritage
Yemen's Sira Fortress withstood attacks by the Portuguese and the Turks, but years of war have left the 11th century...
- Sira sits atop a rocky mountain island in the historic district of Crater, a strategic position that once made it a base for British colonial forces
- Yemen's brutal war has not just killed hundreds of thousands, but also laid waste to much of its rich architectural heritage
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2022 edition of Art Dubai largest to date, achieves strong sales
Art Dubai closed its 15th edition on Sunday, with strong sales reported across all four sections of the fair: Modern,...
- The five-day event saw a record attendance of more than 30,000 visitors and more than 120 presentations by 104 galleries and platforms from 44 countries.
- The gallery program was complemented by newly commissioned works from leading international artists and an oversubscribed, innovative talks program,
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Ukraine invasion shows democracy is shaking: Artist
What Ai Weiwei calls the current "crisis of human rights and freedom of speech" is portrayed in a life-size replica...
- He was speaking at the Albertina Modern gallery where the show, "In Search of Humanity", opens Wednesday.
- The new exhibition, which he described as "critical and radical", displays several works that are responses to the experiences of those fleeing war and persecution.
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Art sales hit all-time high in 2021, continue rapid growth in Asia
Art auctions saw a record year in 2021 with $17.1 billion (15.6 billion euros) in sales as the market continued...
- There was also the landmark moment when digital artist Beeple sold a NFT for $69 million, the third-highest figure ever paid for a living artist.
- Contemporary art -- counted as anything created after 1945 -- accounts for a growing share of sales, with 20 percent of the market, up from 3 percent in 2000.
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25 teams attending Afro-Arab Esports League 2023 in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- The Afro-Arab Esports League, which opened Saturday in Saudi Arabia, will see participation from over 25...
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UAE beat New Zealand to win second T20 match
Asif Khan finished off the job with an unbeaten 48 as he smacked New Zealand skipper Tim Southee for three...
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Barbie film draws crowds in Saudi Arabia, generates buzz
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - After being banned in several Arab countries, blockbuster film Barbie in Saudi Arabia is drawing huge...
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‘Barbie’ retains top spot at N.American box office for fourth week
Los Angeles, United States - Warner Bros.' hit "Barbie" dominated North American box offices for a fourth consecutive week, industry estimates...
- Industry watcher Exhibitor Relations estimated this weekend's haul for "Barbie" at $33.7 million, bringing its domestic total to $526 million.
- Starring Margot Robbie as the iconic doll and Ryan Gosling as boyfriend Ken, "Barbie" has earned a whopping $1.2 billion worldwide.
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Pokemon hooks kids, parents and investors
YOKOHAMA, JAPAN - Dressed up and ready for battle, around 10,000 Pokemon fans have descended here this weekend, looking for fun...
- Ranging from Pikachu the mouse to Jigglypuff the balloon to the jackal-headed Lucario, there are now more than 1,000 different Pokemon characters.
- The Pokemon World Championships, being held this weekend in Japan for the first time ever, will see the world's best players of the video and the card game.
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Riyadh to host Peace and Sport Middle East Forum in Oct
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- For the first time, Riyadh will host the Peace and Sport Middle East Forum, powered by...
- The forum will be held under the theme, “Sport is an answer for peace”, at the Cultural Palace in Riyadh-based Diplomatic Quarter
- The kingdom will be hosting several big sporting events as it aims to attract foreign interest as it diversifies its economy away from oil