Anti-hero Star Wars series “Andor” heads towards its finale
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Digging for box office gold, ‘A Minecraft Movie’ hits cinemas
Paris, France -- With an A-list cast and a big budget, "A Minecraft Movie" releasing this week is hoping to...
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Which are the happiest Arab countries?
A number of Arab countries have scored quite well in the just-published 2021 edition of the World Happiness Report.
- At least six factors seem to contribute to the perception of happiness within a country
- They are levels of GDP, life expectancy, generosity, social support, freedom, and corruption
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Qatar affirms security readiness for FIFA Arab Cup 2021 beginning today
Qatar's Ministry of Interior has affirmed its high readiness to secure the FIFA Arab Cup 2021, which will be held...
- Security measures are being coordinated with the Safety and Security Operations Committee (SSOC) of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
- Security for Arab Cub will help evaluate the measures for the FIFA World Cup 2022.
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A filmmaker who won hearts at Lebanese festival
Kuwaiti director Maysaa Al-Mumin received, Thursday, special mention for film, "J'ai Le Cafard" or Daughter of Wardan, in fifth edition...
- Director Al-Mumin told KUNA, that this movie was one of three short movies she made centering on the experience of womanhood
- The jury awarded the movie a special mention, commenting that it is a promising and well-balanced experience
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Sharjah and France to boost cooperation in cultural tourism, creative industries
Sharjah and France have discussed ways to strengthen collaboration between Sharjah and French cities, particularly in cultural tourism and the...
- Sharjah keen on exploring potential opportunities with French cities, says Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, Chairman Sharjah’s DGR.
- France’s support for the development of art, literature and culture is exemplary, Al Qasimi said.
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Saudi Fashion Commission to host Global Fashion Exchange in Riyadh
The GFX Swap Shop represents the latest development for the Fashion Commission as they continue to spearhead the growth of...
- The GFX Fashion Swap will take place at Personage concept store in Riyadh on December 11 and 12
- The swap is built upon a simple yet effective concept; no money changes hands and everyone is invited
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Egypt unveils Rams Road at Karnak Temple in Luxor
The road is nearly 3 km (2 miles) long and named The Path of God in ancient Egyptian mythology.
- Dubbed the Rams Road, the sandstone-paved path connects the temples of Karnak and Luxor
- It was officially opened by President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and a host of senior officials in a night-time ceremony
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From crypto to Covid: Why auction prices are rocketing
Crypto "whale" Justin Sun has bought works by Picasso and Andy Warhol this year, and paid $78.4 million for Alberto...
- Crypto "whale" Justin Sun has bought works by Picasso and Andy Warhol this year, and paid $78.4 million for Alberto Giacometti's "The Nose" sculpture this month
- The auction houses were very behind the times. But Covid forced them to modernise and the result is that online sales have been spectacular
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New restoration works shore-up Iraq’s historic Arch of Ctesiphon
Construction of the arch began in AD 540 during the Persian Sassanid dynasty's long wars with the Byzantine Empire.
- Construction of the arch began in AD 540 during the Persian Sassanid dynasty's long wars with the Byzantine Empire
- Restoration work on the arch, also known as Taq-i Kisra from its Persian name, was carried out in 2013 after a massive slab fell off due to damp caused by heavy rain
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Qatar is first MENA country to host POW! WOW! Festival
The POW! WOW! international mural festival is being hosted by Qatar Museums under the umbrella of the JEDARIART initiative.
- This weeklong event featuring 12 international and Qatari artists will be located right outside the Al Saad metro station
- In 2010, the first edition of POW! WOW! was held in Honolulu, Hawaii
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Saudi Film Commission to announce strategy on Sunday
The move is believed to be part of the Saudi Vision 2030 strategy, through which the country looks to diversify...
- The Saudi Film Commission will on Sunday announce its strategy to develop the film sector in the country
- It is also expected to support employees and actors in a country where public screening of films was banned for nearly 35 years
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Riyadh to host 45th session of UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee
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WTA Finals to be held in Mexico, says sports body
NEW YORK, US - Cancun will host the WTA Finals October 29-November 5, the WTA announced on Thursday. The Mexican resort...
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Demarai Gray quits Everton to join Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ettifaq
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Israel showcases Roman era weapons
Four Roman-era swords and a javelin were discovered inside a cave in the Judean desert, where they had been preserved...
- The archaeologists said the ancient weapons were believed to have been used during the Bar Kokhba revolt of Jews against the Romans in the second century.
- "It's a very unique and important discovery, which is unprecedented in Israel," Eitan Klein, director of Israel Antiquities Authority, told journalists at an event.
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Gulf Federation for Electronic Sports formed, will develop regional talent
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - The Gulf Federation for Electronic Sports was established Thursday on the sidelines of the Next World...
- A total of 14 MoUs and agreements were signed at the Next World Forum, an event in Riyadh that brings together leaders and experts of the gaming and e-sports.
- The agreements included aspects related to federations, sponsorships, proposed values, and education.
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Saudi hosts AlUla Desert Blaze, the toughest run in GCC region
AlUla, Saudi Arabia -- AlUla Desert Blaze, a unique running challenge, which kicked off on Saturday and saw participation of nearly 200 male and female...
- The run, which kicked off Saturday, saw participation of nearly 200 male and female runners from 39 countries.
- The participants faced the toughest challenges amid scorching summer heat, enduring temperatures reaching up to 43 degrees Celsius.