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Katara Festival for Arabic Novels Kicks Off 10th Session in Qatar

The 10th session of the Katara Festival for Arabic Novels launched in Doha, Qatar, celebrating a decade of literary achievements and cultural exchange in the Arab world, featuring performances, workshops, and the honoring of distinguished writers.

Culture

Mystery of the Dog Spotted at the Top of Egypt's Great Pyramid

2024-10-17T10:13:02.700Z

A paraglider unexpectedly spotted a dog at the summit of the Great Pyramid of Giza, raising questions about how it got there, given the strict climbing prohibitions.

2024/10/16

Culture

Neo Sora: The Role of Cinema in Addressing the Israeli Genocide in Gaza

2024-10-16T12:42:15.452Z

Japanese-American director Neo Sora has criticized the film industry's failure to adequately address the genocide in Gaza, emphasizing the need for greater accountability among artists and media outlets.

Culture

Han Kang's Nobel Prize Sparks Book Sales Surge Amid Declining Literacy in South Korea

2024-10-16T06:51:34.176Z

Han Kang's recent Nobel Prize win has led to over a million copies of her books sold in South Korea, highlighting a stark contrast with the country's declining reading habits.

Culture

Celebrating Al-Tahami Al-Wazzani: A Literary Pioneer and Symbol of Resistance in Morocco

2024-10-16T05:41:38.248Z

Al-Tahami Al-Wazzani, a pioneering Moroccan novelist and intellectual, is celebrated for his contributions to literature and resistance against Spanish colonialism. His legacy is honored by the Katara Prize for Arabic Novel in 2024.

Culture

Koryo Saram in Uzbekistan: Navigating Identity Amidst the Korean Wave

2024-10-16T05:41:33.948Z

The Koryo Saram community in Uzbekistan is experiencing a cultural renaissance influenced by the global popularity of South Korean culture, while grappling with their unique identity shaped by historical displacement and contemporary challenges.