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Kamel Daoud Wins 2024 Prix Goncourt for 'Houris'

Kamel Daoud, a French-Algerian writer, wins the 2024 Prix Goncourt for his novel 'Houris', which explores the impact of the Algerian civil war.

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Kamel Daoud Wins 2024 Prix Goncourt for 'Houris'

2024-11-04T13:07:49.913Z

Kamel Daoud, a French-Algerian writer, wins the 2024 Prix Goncourt for his novel 'Houris', which explores the impact of the Algerian civil war.

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Gaël Faye Wins 2024 Renaudot Prize for 'Jacaranda'

2024-11-04T12:17:29.362Z

Gaël Faye receives the 2024 Renaudot Prize for his novel 'Jacaranda', exploring themes of memory and identity against the backdrop of the Rwandan genocide.

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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.

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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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Exploring Colonialism: Architecture as a Tool for Control and Exploitation

2024-11-04T13:57:21.641Z

The episode of 'Architecture and Man' examines how colonial powers exploited architecture and urban planning to suppress local identities and facilitate resource extraction.

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Kamel Daoud Wins 2024 Goncourt Prize for "Houris"

2024-11-04T11:57:37.325Z

Algerian novelist Kamel Daoud has won the prestigious 2024 Goncourt Prize for his novel "Houris," which poignantly addresses the traumas of Algeria's civil war and the enduring silence surrounding this dark chapter in the country's history.

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Unveiling the Ritual: How the Red Cow Ceremony Signals a New Era for Jerusalem's Sacred Sites

2024-08-10T11:54:37.692Z

Explore the significance of the Red Cow ritual among religious Israelis, its implications for the Jewish Temple, and its connection to the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem.

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Preserving Linguistic Diversity: A Global Call to Action to Save 50% of Human Languages

2024-08-10T06:34:42.261Z

Explore the urgent need to preserve linguistic diversity as over 50% of human languages face extinction. Discover the cultural significance of these languages and the global movement to save them.

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Exploring the Unique Culture of the Dawoodi Bohras: A Deep Dive into Their Beliefs and Practices

2024-08-10T06:34:29.785Z

Discover the unique beliefs and practices of the Dawoodi Bohra sect, a distinct branch of the Ismaili community with a rich history and cultural identity. Learn about their religious rituals, the significance of the absolute preacher, and their global presence.