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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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Ophélie Gaillard's Cello Stolen: Renowned Musician Appeals for Help to Recover 1.3 Million Euro Instrument

2024-09-26T21:36:33.289Z

Acclaimed cellist Ophélie Gaillard pleads for help after her 1.3 million euro cello and personal bows were stolen from her home in Haute-Savoie. A previous theft in 2018 ended positively, raising hopes for recovery.

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Rachida Dati Champions Heritage Restoration in La Rochelle: A New Era for French Culture

2024-09-26T15:16:54.109Z

Rachida Dati, Minister of Culture, emphasizes the urgent need for heritage preservation during her visit to La Rochelle's Saint-Nicolas tower, outlining a roadmap for innovative funding solutions and restoration efforts.

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Explore the Enchanting History and Culture of Bekaa Governorate, Lebanon

2024-09-26T11:07:35.088Z

Explore the enchanting history and culture of Bekaa Governorate, Lebanon, known for its rich heritage, archaeological sites, and diverse population.

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Jhumpa Lahiri Takes Stand Against Noguchi Museum's Dress Code, Withdraws from Award

2024-09-26T08:06:33.166Z

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jhumpa Lahiri has withdrawn from the 2024 Isamu Noguchi Prize in protest of the museum's dress code prohibiting political symbols, including the Palestinian keffiyeh, amid ongoing tensions in the Gaza conflict.