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Saudi Pavilion Draws Large Crowd at Cairo International Book Fair

The pavilion featured studies and publications focused on literature, translations, and the Arabic language. SPA
The pavilion featured studies and publications focused on literature, translations, and the Arabic language. SPA
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Saudi Pavilion Draws Large Crowd at Cairo International Book Fair

The pavilion featured studies and publications focused on literature, translations, and the Arabic language. SPA
The pavilion featured studies and publications focused on literature, translations, and the Arabic language. SPA

The pavilion of the Saudi Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission at the 56th Cairo International Book Fair drew a large and diverse crowd on its opening day, with visitors of all ages enthusiastically engaging in a variety of cultural activities, events, programs, and initiatives.

The organizers of the pavilion highlighted to visitors the wide range of offerings that reflect the commission's dedication to showcasing the Kingdom's cultural identity. The interactive screens particularly captivated the audience, especially the young.

The pavilion featured studies and publications focused on literature, translations, and the Arabic language, reflecting the commission’s commitment to engaging with others and fostering a culture of dialogue.

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Fire Damages a 19th Century District Town Hall in Paris, Leaving the Bell Tower at Risk of Collapse

This photo provided by the Paris Fire Brigade (BSPP) shows the roof and the spire of the Paris 12th district town hall burning early Monday, Jan. 27, 2025 in Paris. (P Millet/BSPP via AP)
This photo provided by the Paris Fire Brigade (BSPP) shows the roof and the spire of the Paris 12th district town hall burning early Monday, Jan. 27, 2025 in Paris. (P Millet/BSPP via AP)
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Fire Damages a 19th Century District Town Hall in Paris, Leaving the Bell Tower at Risk of Collapse

This photo provided by the Paris Fire Brigade (BSPP) shows the roof and the spire of the Paris 12th district town hall burning early Monday, Jan. 27, 2025 in Paris. (P Millet/BSPP via AP)
This photo provided by the Paris Fire Brigade (BSPP) shows the roof and the spire of the Paris 12th district town hall burning early Monday, Jan. 27, 2025 in Paris. (P Millet/BSPP via AP)

Fire engulfed the town hall of Paris’ 12th district early Monday, causing no casualties but severely damaging the bell tower of the 19th century building.

Paris police prefect Laurent Nunez said the fire broke at 3:20 a.m. in the roof of the building. About 150 firefighters battled the flames and the fire was extinguished in the morning, Nunez said, The AP reported.

He warned there was a “risk of collapse” of the upper part of the bell tower. A security area has been set up around the building.

An investigation will seek to determine the causes of the fire, Nunez said.

Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo praised in a statement the “exceptional intervention” of the Paris fire department and said “all public services for residents have been maintained and will be provided in the 11th district town hall."

The 12th district town hall was built in 1876 with a 36-meter (118-foot) high bell tower on top of its main entrance.