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Germany and Last Kaiser’s Heirs Agree to Keep Treasures on Display

Culture German State Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer attends a press conference following a meeting with EU Culture Ministers and cultural figures in Ministry of Culture in Paris, France, 11 June 2025. (EPA)

Germany and Last Kaiser’s Heirs Agree to Keep Treasures on Display

The heirs of the former Prussian monarchy and Germany's state-run cultural foundations on Friday announced a deal that will allow thousands of the family's…

Culture Artworks by Pablo Picasso are pictured during the media preview of 'Picasso for Asia: A Conversation' at M+ in Hong Kong. May JAMES / AFP

Picasso on a Plate: Unseen Ceramics Up for Auction

A clutch of one-off and hitherto unseen ceramic plates and dishes by Pablo Picasso are going under the hammer in Geneva on June 19. Emblematic motifs from…

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Culture (FILES) This general view shows the Russian St. Panteleimon Monastery in Mount Athos on May 28, 2016. (Photo by SAKIS MITROLIDIS / AFP)

Centuries-old Monasteries Damaged in Greece Quake

At least three centuries-old Greek monasteries in the religious enclave of Mount Athos were damaged in an earthquake over the weekend, the culture ministry…

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Culture Miniatures of Princess Diana's Royal wedding gown and bridesmaid dresses designed by David and Elizabeth Emanuel are seen on display next to sketches and sewing machine in the "Princess Diana's Style & A Royal Collection", the largest collection of the Princess of Wales' fashion ever to appear at auction in history, at a public exhibition in The Museum of Style Icons, in Newbridge, Ireland, June 9, 2025. (Reuters) 

‘Largest Princess Diana Auction’ Features Frocks, Hats and Bags  

From colorful frocks and hats to handbags and shoes, items belonging to the late Princess Diana go under the hammer this month in what Julien's Auctions says…

Culture People enter Soviet state founder Vladimir Lenin's mausoleum while visiting Red Square in Moscow on October 11, 2016. (Getty Images/AFP)

Goodbye Lenin? Russians Flock to See Bolshevik Leader’s Tomb Before It Closes for Repairs

Russians are flocking to catch what some fear could be a final glimpse of the embalmed body of Bolshevik leader Vladimir Lenin before his tomb on Moscow's Red…


Culture This photograph shows Kulluoba bread, a 5,000-year-old bread unearthed in an archeological excavation in Eskisehir province, in central Türkiye, exhibited at Eskisehir ETI archeology museum, on May 23, 2025. (AFP)

Ancient Bread Rises Again as Türkiye Recreates 5,000-year-old Loaf 

In the early Bronze Age, a piece of bread was buried beneath the threshold of a newly built house in what is today central Türkiye. Now, more than 5,000…

Culture The fossils were discovered by maritime sand miners in 2011. (Getty) 

Hidden City Built 140,000 Years Ago Discovered at Bottom of Ocean  

Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in Indonesia that could rewrite the story of human origins. They found the skull of Homo erectus, an ancient…

Culture The accolade recognizes the pavilion’s architectural excellence and its innovative design. (ksaexpo2025)

Saudi Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 Wins New York Architectural Design Award

Saudi Arabia’s pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 in Japan has been awarded the Gold Prize in the Cultural Architecture – Interactive and Experiential Spaces category…

Culture  In this undated photo, hieroglyphs are revealed in the three new graves of senior statesmen found in the Dra' Abu al-Naga necropolis area in Luxor, Egypt. (Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities via AP)

Egyptian Archaeologists Discover Three Tombs in Luxor

Egypt unveiled three new tombs of prominent statesman in the Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis in Luxor, officials said Monday. Egyptian archaeologists have…

Culture This undated photo released by the European Space Agency shows the 35 meter-diameter deep-space dish antenna, DSA-2, in Cebreros, Spain, receiving the first signals from Venus Express. (ESA via AP)

Strauss’ ‘Blue Danube’ Waltz Is Launching into Space to Mark His 200th Birthday 

Strauss’ “Blue Danube” is heading into space this month to mark the 200th anniversary of the waltz king’s birth. The classical piece will be beamed into the…

Culture The partnership aims to highlight national identity and raise awareness of Saudi Arabia’s authentic heritage. SPA

Culture Ministry, Riyadh Air Seek to Integrate Saudi Culture into Travel Experience

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the new national carrier, Riyadh Air, to provide a rich and integrated cultural…

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Joint Saudi-French Archaeological Mission Completes Excavations on Farasan Island’s Ancient Sites

The Heritage Commission has concluded a joint Saudi-French archaeological mission that excavated ancient sites dating back to the period between the first and…

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Culture The challenge is an interactive event aimed at engaging the broader cultural community in a policy design hackathon

Saudi Culture Ministry Launches ‘Cultural Innovation Challenge’

The Saudi Ministry of Culture launched on Sunday the “Cultural Innovation Challenge” (POLICYTHON) under the patronage of Culture Minister Prince Bader bin…

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Culture The Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is the second largest after Japan’s - SPA

Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka Highlights Shared Maritime Heritage of Saudi Arabia, Japan

The Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka hosted an event titled Tales of Water, celebrating two maritime civilizations—separated by thousands of miles yet united…

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Culture Napoleon memorabilia regularly comes up for sale in France. STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN / AFP

Napoleon's Sword Sold at Auction for 4.7 Mn Euros

A sword that belonged to Napoleon and was specially ordered for the personal use of the French emperor fetched almost 4.7 million euros at auction in Paris,…

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Culture Artist Takashi Murakami is pictured during an interview in front of a true-to-scale recreation of the Yumedono from the Horyuji Temple complex in Nara, at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Cleveland, Thursday, May 15, 2025. (AP)

Japanese Artist Takashi Murakami Opens Exhibit in Ohio Museum with More than 100 Works

Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami has never been limited to one medium, creating paintings, sculptures, luxury goods with fashion houses like Louis…

Culture Saudi Heritage Commission Reveals Oldest Known Use of Harmal Plant in Human History

Saudi Heritage Commission Reveals Oldest Known Use of Harmal Plant in Human History

A landmark scientific study published in the international "Communications Biology" journal revealed the earliest known use of the harmal plant (Peganum…

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Culture Ernest Urtasun, Minister of Culture, gives a speech during a ceremony held by the Spanish government returning paintings to the family of Pedro Rico, former mayor of Madrid, stolen during the Spanish Civil War, at the Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain, May 22, 2025. (Reuters) 

Spain Returns Artwork Seized During Civil War 

Spain on Thursday returned paintings belonging to a former Madrid mayor that were seized for their protection during the 1936-39 Civil War and never returned…

Culture The initiative aligns with the Ministry’s strategic vision to strengthen scientific research in the cultural sector and advance the generation of cultural knowledge

Saudi Culture Ministry Launches Research Grants to Enrich Cultural Studies

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has announced the launch of six specialized research grants as part of the inaugural cycle of its Culture Research Grants Program…

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Culture The MoU aims to strengthen cooperation in traditional arts, empower the crafts sector, and enhance artisans’ skills. SPA

Saudi Arabia: Wrth, Aseer Authority to Boost Traditional Arts in Handicrafts Year 2025

The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Aseer Region Development Authority in Riyadh. The…

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Culture The MoU was signed by Vice Minister of Culture Hamed Fayez and Qiddiya Investment Company Managing Director Abdullah Aldawood in Riyadh. SPA

Culture Ministry, Qiddiya Investment Company Sign MoU to Promote Saudi Culture in Qiddiya City

The Saudi Ministry of Culture signed on Thursday a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Qiddiya Investment Company to collaborate on a number of cultural…

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Culture The MoU was signed in Riyadh by Advisor to the Saudi Ministry of Culture Mona Khazindar and Director of the Tareq Rajab Museum Ziad Tareq Rajab. SPA

Saudi Museums Commission, Tareq Rajab Museum in Kuwait Seek to Strengthen Cultural Cooperation

The Saudi Museums Commission and the Tareq Rajab Museum in Kuwait have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cultural cooperation and…

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Culture Saudi Culture Ministry Releases 2025 Calendar of Cultural Ecosystem Events

Saudi Culture Ministry Releases 2025 Calendar of Cultural Ecosystem Events

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has released the 2025 calendar of events for the national cultural ecosystem, featuring a diverse lineup of activities, festivals…

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Culture Banu Mushtaq, author of shortlisted novel 'Heart Lamp' poses for photographers after her novel was announced as winner of the 2025 International Booker Prize at the Tate Modern, in London, Britain, 20 May 2025. EPA/TOLGA AKMEN

Indian Author Banu Mushtaq Wins International Booker Prize with Short Story Collection

Indian author Banu Mushtaq and translator Deepa Bhasthi won the International Booker Prize for fiction Tuesday for “Heart Lamp,” a collection of 12 short…

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Culture The agreement aligns with Saudi Arabia’s cultural ambitions under Vision 2030. SPA

Saudi Museums Commission, Philharmonie de Paris Seek to Deepen Cooperation in Music, Museums

The Saudi Museums Commission has signed an executive program with the Cité de la Musique – Philharmonie de Paris to boost cooperation in the fields of museums…

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Culture Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez speaks during a press conference at the Spanish Embassy in Beijing, China April 11, 2025. (Reuters)

Spain's PM Wants Israel Out of International Cultural Events over Gaza War

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called on Monday for Israel's exclusion from international cultural events such as the Eurovision song contest over its…

Culture The initiative supports passing down knowledge to future generations and is in line with The Year of Handicrafts 2025 - SPA

Artisans House Boosts Jazan's Heritage Crafts

The Artisans House in Jazan Region has revitalized traditional handicrafts nearing obsolescence due to modern technological advancements, preserving the region…

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Saudi National Museum Concludes International Museum Day Events

The National Museum of Saudi Arabia concluded its International Museum Day 2025 events yesterday, with wide participation from cultural enthusiasts. The…

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Culture A fisherman on Iraq's receding marshes that straddle the border with Iran. Asaad NIAZI / AFP

'Leave Our Marshes Alone': Iraqis Fear Oil Drilling Would Destroy Fabled Wetlands

Plans to drill for oil in the protected Mesopotamian Marshes of southern Iraq have galvanized villagers and activists determined to save the mythical wetlands…

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