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Student Protests Erupt in Azerbaijan Over Alleged Hijab Restrictions
School pupils in Azerbaijan have organized protests following reported restrictions on wearing the hijab, captured in a brief video.
LuLu Hypermarket Launches Festival of Spain 2026 to Showcase Culinary Heritage in Qatar
LuLu Hypermarket has launched the Festival of Spain 2026 across Qatar, offering shoppers authentic cuisine, live cooking demonstrations, and cultural displays until October 14.
Resilience in Ruins: How Gaza Professionals Turned Tents Into Offices
Professionals across Gaza are adapting to widespread destruction by turning tents into makeshift offices, clinics, and classrooms to maintain their livelihoods and services.
Soaring Silver Prices and Global Conflicts Threaten Lucknow's Historic Bridal Nagra Craft
Soaring silver prices driven by global geopolitical conflicts are threatening Lucknow's centuries-old tradition of crafting silver bridal nagras, leaving local artisans and brides devastated.
How Egyptian Superstar Amr Diab's Iconic Track 'Tamally Maak' Became Malaysia's Welcome Anthem for President Sisi
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim used Amr Diab's hit song 'Tamally Maak' to welcome Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, thrusting the 26-year-old track back into the global spotlight.
Tribute to Housing Rights Icon Maricarmen Celebrated Through Graffiti Art in Spain
A graffiti artist in Spain honors housing rights figure Maricarmen through a special artwork featured in a short video.
A Decade of Lajee Celtic: How a Palestinian Refugee Camp Football Club Gained Global Solidarity and Celebrity Backing
Lajee Celtic celebrated a decade of grassroots sports and international solidarity, growing from a modest football project in the occupied West Bank into a global symbol backed by figures like Eric Cantona.
Stolen Renoir Masterpieces Recovered in France Following Museum Heist, Mayor Confirms
Two stolen Pierre-Auguste Renoir paintings worth millions have been recovered a month after a brazen museum heist in southern France, with six people arrested in connection with the crime.
Navi Pillay Honored with the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Human rights veteran Navi Pillay has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, as highlighted in a recent video report.
Dubai Establishes New Orchestra Foundation to Elevate Global Cultural Status
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid has signed Law No. (20) of 2026 to establish the Dubai Orchestra Foundation, aiming to boost the emirate's cultural standing and promote orchestral music.
Reuniting the Class of Gaza: How War Scattered and Scarred a High School Photograph
A teacher in the Gaza Strip looks back at a June 2023 photograph of her students, tracing the tragic ways war, displacement, and death altered the lives and futures of the 15 teenage girls.
Anthony Vaccarello Steps Down as Saint Laurent Creative Director After a Decade
Creative director Anthony Vaccarello has left Saint Laurent after a decade, concluding his tenure with a final spring/summer 2027 collection in Paris.
Small Stamps, Big Ambitions: How Middle Eastern Governments Visualized Progress Through Postage
A historical review of Middle Eastern postage stamps reveals how governments used data visualisation, charts, and graphic design on stamps to document population growth, economic ambitions, and social progress.
Dubai Miracle Garden Launches 15th Season Featuring Over 200 Million Blooms
Dubai Miracle Garden has launched its 15th season, featuring over 200 million flowers, weekly themed events, and iconic floral installations across 72,000 square metres.
Al Sidr Environmental Film Festival Returns to Abu Dhabi with a Focus on Restoration and Renewal
The Al Sidr Environmental Film Festival returns to NYU Abu Dhabi for its fifth edition, exploring humanity's relationship with nature through international documentaries, discussions, and local conservation stories.
Readers Reflect on Cinema Legends, Heroic Pilots, AI Risks, and Community Spaces
Readers share their feedback and reflections on weekly news topics, including the passing of actor Nana Patekar, a heroic pilot, artificial intelligence transparency, and community events in the region.
From Grassroots to Global Stages: Celebrating 30 Years of the Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation has spent three decades expanding cultural access, nurturing local talent, and bringing world-class performances to the UAE.
Gaza Playwright Ali Abu Yasin Honoured with English PEN Award for Courage
Gaza playwright Ali Abu Yasin has been named 'Writer of Courage 2026' by English PEN, recognising his resilience and dedication to documenting life through art amidst ongoing conflict.
Capturing Global Activism: Inside Misan Harriman’s Powerful Lens and the Documentary Shoot the People
Discover how British Nigerian visual storyteller Misan Harriman captures global activism and social justice movements through his powerful lens, as explored in the documentary film Shoot the People.
Renowned Canadian Poet Anne Carson Awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature
Canadian poet and classics professor Anne Carson has won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature for her bold and inventive oeuvre that reimagines the classical tradition.
Canadian Poet Anne Carson Awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature for Inventive Classical Adaptations
Canadian poet Anne Carson has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature for her innovative works that bridge classical tradition and contemporary writing.
Famous Parisian Cabaret Crazy Horse Paris Announces Permanent Dubai Launch at Zabeel Theatre
The legendary Parisian cabaret Crazy Horse Paris is launching its first permanent international production, The Dubai Edition, at Zabeel Theatre on Palm Jumeirah starting November 12.
Remembering Nana Patekar: A Look Back at His Most Iconic Cinematic Roles
Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar leaves behind a legacy of iconic roles across nearly five decades of Hindi and Marathi cinema. Tributes pour in as we look back at his most memorable performances.
Renowned Indian Cinema Star Nana Patekar Passes Away at 75
Acclaimed Indian actor Nana Patekar has passed away at the age of 75 after being found unresponsive at his home in Goa.