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Kamel Daoud Wins 2024 Goncourt Prize for *Houris*, Reflects on Language and Silence

Kamel Daoud won the 2024 Goncourt Prize for his novel *Houris*, which addresses the Algerian civil war and reflects on his complex relationship with the French language.

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Kamel Daoud Wins 2024 Goncourt Prize for *Houris*, Reflects on Language and Silence

2024-11-05T10:08:07.485Z

Kamel Daoud won the 2024 Goncourt Prize for his novel *Houris*, which addresses the Algerian civil war and reflects on his complex relationship with the French language.

Culture

Celebrating the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God: A Symbol of Unity in Russia

2024-11-04T17:07:16.154Z

On November 4, Orthodox Christians celebrate the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God, a symbol of faith and national unity in Russia, commemorating the liberation of Moscow in 1612.

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Miguel Bonnefoy Wins 2024 Femina Prize for 'The Dream of the Jaguar'

2024-11-05T12:47:28.730Z

Miguel Bonnefoy has been awarded the 2024 Femina Prize for his novel 'Le RĂªve du jaguar', adding to his accolades including the Grand Prix du Roman.

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International Symposium 'Creating the Future' Highlights Global Dialogue

2024-11-05T13:17:16.698Z

The 'Creating the Future' symposium held in Moscow on November 4, 2024, gathered global leaders and thinkers to discuss the future of humanity, technology, and a multipolar world.

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Kamel Daoud's Goncourt Win Sparks Controversy in Algeria

2024-11-05T10:57:11.097Z

Kamel Daoud's Goncourt Prize win for 'Houris' highlights the tensions in Algeria regarding freedom of expression and censorship.

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Doha's 'Together We Are' Exhibition Celebrates Healing Through Art

2024-11-04T16:08:04.202Z

The 'Together We Are' exhibition in Doha highlights the cultural ties between Qatar and Egypt through artworks by young cancer patients, emphasizing art's healing power.

2024/7/18

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Ancient Red-Dyed Fabric Unearthed: Earliest Evidence of Oak Aphid Dye

2024-07-18T07:03:09.377Z

A 3,800-year-old red fabric dyed with oak aphid, identified as the biblical 'second worm,' has been discovered in the Judean desert. This find narrows the gap between written sources and archaeological evidence, highlighting the ancient dyeing industry's sophistication.