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Saudi Arabia, France Deepen Cultural Cooperation with New Executive Programs

Culture The executive programs focus on fostering partnerships in heritage, museums, libraries, film, and other cultural sectors. SPA

Saudi Arabia, France Deepen Cultural Cooperation with New Executive Programs

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan Al Saud met with his French counterpart, Rachida Dati, during President Emmanuel Macron’s visit…

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Culture A woman takes pictures of an illustration for Romeo and Juliet by Salvador Dali at exhibition "SalvArti, from Confiscations to Public Collections", a showcase of contemporary artworks coming from confiscations carried out by public authorities against organized crime, in Milan, Italy, December 3, 2024. (Reuters)

Seized Art by Dali and de Chirico Showcased in Milan Exhibition

Works by Salvador Dali and Giorgio De Chirico feature in an exhibition of more than 80 paintings and sculptures recovered by Italian authorities from money…

Culture Culture Square aims to enrich the visitor journey while positioning the district as a global tourist destination, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. SPA

Jeddah Historic District Program Unveils 'Culture Square' Landmark Project

The Jeddah Historic District Program, under the Ministry of Culture, unveiled “Culture Square,” a landmark project designed to restore Historic Jeddah by…

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Culture The festival management has launched creative competitions that shed light on camel heritage through photography and filmmaking in a contemporary manner that appeals to younger generations. - File Photo/SPA

Ninth King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Starts in Al-Sayahid

The ninth edition of the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival kicked off Sunday in Al-Sayahid, the southern part of Al-Dahna Desert, under the theme "Pride of Its…

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Culture Zaman Jassim’s When the Moon is Full. SPA

Riyadh Art Enriches Metro Stations with Artworks

Riyadh Art, the world’s largest public art program, has unveiled four monumental public artworks with the launch of the Riyadh Metro, transforming key metro…

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Culture This exhibition underscores Saudi Arabia's efforts to make its rich historical and intellectual heritage accessible to the public. SPA

Saudi Manuscripts Exhibition Reflects Kingdom's Dedication to Preserve Cultural Heritage

The Saudi Manuscripts Exhibition, organized by the Saudi Libraries Commission, highlights the Kingdom's dedication to preserving its cultural and human…

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Culture The Banan Exhibition brought together artisans from over 25 countries. SPA

Saudi Crafts Shine at Banan Exhibition

The Saudi International Handicrafts Week Exhibition (Banan) served as a cultural forum, bringing together pioneers of handicrafts from across the globe, the…

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Culture The initiative aims to strengthen the Kingdom's presence on the global literary stage and highlight its growing cultural contributions

Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission Launches Pavilion at Guadalajara Book Fair

The Saudi Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission has launched its pavilion at the 2024 Guadalajara International Book Fair in Mexico from November…

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Culture The year 2024 has been named the Year of the Camel in celebration of the cultural and civilizational significance of camels

Saudi Arabia's Camel Year 2024 Initiative Participates in 'Banan' Week

The Year of the Camel 2024 initiative, a Ministry of Culture project, participated in the Saudi International Handicrafts Week (Banan) Exhibition at Riyadh's…

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Culture The exhibition features craft arts, live demonstrations, workshops, interactive experiences, and booths for entrepreneurs and businesses, as well as a children's area. SPA

Saudi Culture Minister Extends Banan Exhibition to November 30

Due to popular demand, Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan extended the Saudi International Handicrafts Week (Banan) Exhibition at Riyadh's…

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Culture The signing ceremony was held in the presence of Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan. SPA

Saudi Culture Ministry, King's Foundation Sign Cooperation Agreement to Participate in Year of Handicrafts 2025

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has signed a cooperation agreement with The King's Foundation to participate in the Year of Handicrafts 2025 initiative through…

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Culture The scheduled events reflect Dubai Culture’s commitment to enhancing the presence of heritage and instilling national identity in the hearts of the community, WAM

Dubai Culture Celebrates Emirati Creativity on 53rd Eid Al Etihad

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is organizing a series of interactive workshops, captivating performances, and cultural experiences inspired…

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Culture Saudi Ministry of Culture Selects 20 Research Proposals for Camel Studies Grant

Saudi Ministry of Culture Selects 20 Research Proposals for Camel Studies Grant

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has completed the assessment and selection process for the Camel Studies Grant, which was introduced last June in collaboration…

Culture King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language Launches Digital Toolkit

King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language Launches Digital Toolkit

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language released its digital toolkit under the theme "Proud of it”, as part of its preparations to…

Culture A previously unknown musical manuscript, possibly by Frederic Chopin, rests in a display case after it was discovered at The Morgan Library & Museum, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, in New York. (AP)

Has a Waltz Written by Composer Frederic Chopin Been Discovered in an NYC Museum?

The brooding waltz was carefully composed on a sheet of music roughly the size of an index card. The brief, moody number also bore an intriguing name, written…

Culture Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan visits the Kingdom's pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on Monday. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Culture Visits Kingdom’s Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, chairman of the steering committee for the Kingdom's participation in international expos,…

Culture The Saudi Minister of Culture met with Saudi scholarship students in the Manga Production Foundations Program at his residence in Tokyo on Saturday. SPA

Saudi Culture Minister Meets with Scholarship Students in Manga Production Program in Japan

Saudi Minister of Culture, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission (LPTC) Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin…

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Culture The agreement, signed during Prince Bader’s official visit to Japan, represents a significant milestone in fostering cultural exchange. SPA

Saudi Arabia, Japan Strengthen Cultural Cooperation

Saudi Arabia and Japan have strengthened their commitment to cultural collaboration with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) by Saudi Minister…

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Culture A woman walks past a portrait of the leader of the American Indian Movement Russell Means, right, by American artist Andy Warhol, as she visits an exhibition titled Eye to Eye which showcases over 120 works by modern world artists as well as Iranian painters at Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art, in Tehran, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)

Iran's Vast Collection of Western Art, Much Long Hidden, Re-Emerges Despite High Tensions With US

As Iran faces increasing tensions with the West and turmoil at home, a new exhibition at the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art is displaying Western artwork…

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Culture The competition featured 10 categories with intense rivalry among the finalists. WAM

Dubai Culture Celebrates Winners of 3rd Dubai Festival for Youth Music

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has crowned the winners of the third Dubai Festival for Youth Music during a ceremony hosted at Etihad Museum,…

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Culture The announcement was made during the second edition of the “Bashayer - Delivering our Future” annual event. (SPA)

Multi-Billion-Dollar Art Districts to Be Developed as Part of Diriyah Project in Saudi Arabia

Diriyah Company announced on Wednesday the details of two high-profile multi-billion-dollar educational and arts districts to be developed as part of the $63.2…

Culture Rene Magritte's "L'empire des lumières" is on display during a press preview for Christie's Fall 20/21 Marquee Week in New York, November 8, 2024. (AFP)

Magritte Painting Nets Auction Record of $121 Million

A painting by Rene Magritte shattered an auction record for the surrealist artist on Tuesday, selling for more than $121 million at Christie's in New York. …

Culture The award was presented during Dubai Culture’s participation in the 35th Arab Federation for Libraries and Information Conference held in Muscat. WAM

Dubai Public Library Honored with ‘Naseej Academy Library and Information Pioneers Award’

Dubai Public Library, managed by Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has been honored with the ‘Naseej Academy Library and Information Pioneers…

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Culture A drone view of ready handmade pieces in Kouvdis’ family pottery workshop in Agios Stefanos village, near Mandamados on the Greek island of Lesbos, Greece, September 23, 2024. (Reuters)

Greek Potter Keeps Ancient Ways Alive, Wins UNESCO Recognition

In his seaside workshop on the Greek island of Lesbos, Nikos Kouvdis uses ancient techniques to create pottery pieces that have recently been honored with…

Culture Shuntaro Tanikawa, a Japanese poet and translator, speaks during an interview with The Associated Press in Tokyo, on May 25, 2022. (AP)

Japanese Poet Shuntaro Tanikawa, Master of Modern Free Verse, Dies at 92

Shuntaro Tanikawa, who pioneered modern Japanese poetry, poignant but conversational in its divergence from haiku and other traditions, has died. He was 92. …

Culture Rubble lies at the site of the historic “Al-Manshiya” building damaged in the aftermath of Israeli strikes, near the Roman ruins of Baalbek, in the eastern city of Baalbek, Lebanon November 7, 2024. (Reuters)

Threatened by Israeli Airstrikes, Lebanon’s Cultural Sites Get Increased Protection from UN

A specialized United Nations agency granted on Monday provisional enhanced protection to 34 cultural properties in Lebanon, including the World Heritage sites…

Culture The International Alliance for the Protection of Heritage in Conflict Areas (ALIPH) further enhanced the evening with a photographic exhibition showcasing its efforts to preserve heritage. - SPA

Saudi Ministry of Culture Celebrates Yemeni Orchestra in Riyadh

The Saudi Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Yemeni Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism, hosted a cultural celebration of the Yemeni…

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Culture Ministry, Human Resources Development Fund Launch Training Program for Cultural Scholarship Students

The Saudi Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Human Resources Development Fund (Hadaf), on Monday launched a training program for students of the…

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Culture Hasma Desert is increasingly popular among explorers. (SPA)

Hasma Desert is Increasingly Popular among Explorers

The Hasma Desert, nestled in the northwest of the Kingdom, is rapidly becoming a hidden gem for adventure seekers. Renowned for its striking landscapes, the…

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