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Afghan Taxi Drivers Defy Taliban Music Ban Despite Restrictions
Afghan taxi drivers are captured on video defying the Taliban's strict music ban.
Tracing Roots: The Journeys of Brazilians Finding Home in Lebanon
Two women of Lebanese descent move from Brazil to Beirut, navigating questions of identity, heritage, and belonging amidst Lebanon's complex history and recent crises.
Visual Journey of the Week: Mexican Border Cowboys and Global Events Captured in Photography
A weekly photo feature captures moments ranging from Mexican border cowboys observing cattle import resumptions to international news events.
Ed Sheeran Concerts at Robert Kraft Stadium Cancelled Amid Severe Weather Warnings
Ed Sheeran's upcoming concerts at Gillette Stadium, owned by Robert Kraft, have been cancelled due to severe weather warnings in New England. The cancellation comes amid ongoing tour controversies involving rapper Macklemore.
UAE Schools Experience Surge in Global Diversity Alongside Strong British Demand
UAE schools are experiencing a surge in applications from a diverse range of international markets while maintaining strong demand from British families. Newly opened British institutions and resilient enrollment numbers highlight the region's expanding educational appeal.
From Taylor Swift to Bob Marley: Exploring Babylon as Music's Ultimate Metaphor
From Taylor Swift to Bob Marley, musicians across generations have used the ancient city of Babylon as a versatile metaphor for ambition, exile, and modern disillusionment.
Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro Return for ‘Focker-In-Law’ With November Theatrical Release
Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro reunite for 'Focker-In-Law', which is set to premiere in North American and Egyptian theaters in late November.
Escape, Intimacy, and Excess Define Milan Fashion Week's Spring/Summer 2027 Previews
Milan Fashion Week embraces escape, intimacy, and excess with standout spring/summer 2027 collections from major luxury houses like Prada, Fendi, and Max Mara.
Egyptian Megastar Amr Diab Sets New Guinness World Record After Historic 69-Week Chart Reign
Egyptian megastar Amr Diab has earned his second Guinness World Record after spending 69 weeks at number one on the Billboard Arabia Artist 100 chart.
Mamdani Plants Olive Tree with Gaza Families Amid Global Climate Concerns
Mamdani plants an olive tree with Gaza families in a short video clip.
Pope Leo Begins Four-Day French Visit with Calls for Peace and AI Regulation
Pope Leo has arrived in France for a four-day visit focused on peace, AI regulation, and European unity. The trip includes high-profile meetings, a mass in Paris, and a prayer service at Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Pope Leo XIV Arrives in France for Historic Four-Day Visit Amid Assisted Dying and Abuse Debates
Pope Leo XIV has arrived in France for a four-day visit, addressing complex national debates on assisted dying and the lasting impact of clerical sexual abuse while promoting human dignity.
Abu Dhabi Hotels to Embrace Emirati Culture with Traditional Attire and Local Cuisine Under New Tourism Scheme
Abu Dhabi is introducing new hospitality standards that require hotels to incorporate Emirati culture, traditional attire, and local cuisine into the guest experience by 2027.
A Cultural Renaissance: Syria's Theatres, Museums and Historic Spaces Restore Their Legacy in 2026
Cultural venues, theatres, and museums across Syria are undergoing restoration and reopening to the public after suffering years of damage and closure during the civil war.
Award-Winning Gaza Documentary 'NAZA' to Stream Free Online After Global Theatrical Release
The award-winning documentary NAZA, which investigates the use of AI in Gaza conflicts, will stream for free following its global theatrical release.
Zayed Education Foundation Announces Inaugural Cohort of 50 Scholars for Ruwwad Zayed Leadership Programme
The Zayed Education Foundation has selected its first 50 scholars for the Ruwwad Zayed leadership programme, offering fully funded master's degrees across eight UAE universities for high-achieving youth.
UAE Art Season Opens: Ten Must-See Exhibitions Across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah
Galleries and institutions across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah are marking the start of the new art season with ten diverse and engaging exhibitions.
Award-Winning Gaza Documentary 'Naza' Secures Middle East Theatrical Release Following Venice Triumph
The award-winning Gaza documentary Naza, directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, has secured a Middle East cinema release following its Venice Film Festival success and international rollout.
Manchester Museum Removes Ancient Egyptian Mummy Asru From Display in Ethical Shift
The Manchester Museum has removed the 2,700-year-old mummy Asru from public display and returned her to a sealed coffin to respect ancient burial traditions and ethical standards.
Grand Egyptian Museum Rises to Global Prominence with Over 6.5 Million Visitors
The Grand Egyptian Museum has become one of the world's most visited museums after drawing over 6.5 million visitors following its official opening.
Egypt Enforces Strict Media Ban on Funerals to Protect Family Privacy
Minister of Information Diaa Rashwan has banned media coverage and filming of funerals in Egypt to prevent the exploitation of private grief for sensationalism.
US Restores $5 Million in Looted Roman Mosaics and Ancient Treasures to Syria
US authorities have returned $5 million worth of looted Roman mosaics and ancient artifacts to Syria during a historic ceremony in New York coinciding with President Ahmad Al Shara's visit.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina Unveils National Identity Charter to Safeguard Egypt's Heritage
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina has launched its National Identity Charter during the closing session of the 'Egyptian Identity' conference, aiming to safeguard national heritage and address modern challenges.
Sailing the Mediterranean Aboard Explora I: A Review of Luxury Cruising's Newest Contender
A five-night Mediterranean voyage aboard the Explora I reveals a sophisticated luxury cruising experience that combines upscale resort amenities with ever-changing coastal views.