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How U.S. and Israeli Strikes Shattered Iran’s Iconic Monuments
Recent Israeli airstrikes on March 7 and 9 caused significant damage to historic sites in Isfahan, Iran, including the Naqsh-e Jahan square and the...
Southern Lebanon Heritage Sites Damaged by Israel, Minister Says
A crown was blown off an ancient column at a UNESCO-listed site in Tyre, Lebanon, and a pilgrimage site was destroyed in another southern...
How Football Reveals Morocco’s Rise as a Connective Power
When Morocco reached the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the achievement immediately transcended the boundaries of sport. It was the first time...
Xi Jinping’s Temple of Heaven Message to Trump: Chinese Modernization, Harmony, and the Global South
Chinese President Xi Jinping has stressed the need to accelerate the construction of a Chinese intellectual system in the fields of philosophy and social...
How Living on California’s North Coast Shapes the Way People Speak
The majority of people identify California English with speed and sunshine. Silicon Valley's tech-speak or Los Angeles' clipped, upward-tilting speech comes to mind. These...
Italy’s Festive Heartbeat: Discover the Country’s Most Enchanting Fairs
Italy, a country renowned for its art, history, and gastronomy, is equally celebrated for its vibrant festivals and fairs. From small-town traditions to grand...
Natali Kalalb Gallery Positions Art as the New Frontier in Russian-African Relations
In this insightful interview, Natali Kalalb, founder of the Natali Kalalb Art Gallery, discusses her practical experiences of handling Africa's contemporary arts, her professional...
Karim Ainouz Brings a Touch of “Operatic Absurdity” to Family Saga at Berlin
Brazilian director Karim Ainouz's new film, "Rosebush Pruning," examines themes of patriarchy and trauma in a wealthy family. Actor Jamie Bell, who plays the...
‘Nightborn’: A Finnish Horror Fable That Confronts the Taboos of Motherhood
Finnish director Hanna Bergholm wanted her horror film Nightborn to explore the complex emotions that come with parenthood and challenge the taboos surrounding motherhood....
How Cultural Diplomacy Shapes a Country’s Global Image
In international relations, a country’s reputation often matters as much as its power. Long before official statements are read or treaties signed, opinions are...