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Culture

Mass rally in Trappes condemns racism and Islamophobia

Thousands gathered Friday night in the poor suburb of Trappes, southwest of Paris, to mourn victims of a shooting a week earlier that deliberately targeted Muslims or Africans. The incident, which killed one and injured seven, has sparked heated debate over racism in politics.

جائزة ألبير لوندر للكتاب: آرثر سارادان يكرّم ذاكرة الناجين من السجون السورية

عودة ماتشادو إلى الواجهة.. هل تدخل فنزويلا مرحلة انتقال سياسي جديدة؟

"ستار تريك": وفاة النجم الأسطوري باتريك ستيوارت عن 86 عاماً

منازل بأسعار أقل إذا أردت "العيش مع شبح" في اليابان

How did a fishmonger who starred in an adult movie make Rocky? The film about Sylvester Stallone’s amazing triumph

Belittled for his speech and looks, and so short of cash he had to sell his dog, Stallone managed to write and star in one of the greatest boxing movies ever. How does Anthony Ippolito feel about playing his hero?Fifty years ago this December, cinema’s greatest underdog story hit the screen, a tale about a Philadelphia ham-and-egger who takes the world heavyweight boxing champ all the way to the f

Fake film deals and emails from top agents: who is behind the explosion in literary scams?

Writers are being bombarded daily with invitations from fake book groups and offers to publicise their work. For the scamming industry, aspiring authors can be a soft touch• This piece first appeared in the Dial‘Hello Professor Snigdha Poonam,” the email began. I read that again. Nobody has ever called me “professor” for the obvious reason that I am not a professor. Bracing myself, I read on. The

The rise and fall of mid-century modern: how millennials fell out of love with their favourite look

Once coveted for its clean lines and timeless design, the functional furniture is no longer seen as cool. Anyone for cottagecore and chrome?“I definitely don’t think it is cringe,” says Laura Budds, a vintage furniture dealer based in Norfolk. “But I do think we have reached the peak, and we’re on the descent.” Budds is talking about mid-century modern furniture, which has recently come under fire

Actor targets 'scarred villain' screen stereotype

Robert Rhodes says people with scars "experience joy, love and success just like everyone else".

Building boom puts 300,000 people in the path of potential Himalayan disasters

The construction of tourism facilities, housing, and infrastructure has surged in parts of Nepal and India's Uttarakhand.

Liz Truss has brought our divided nation together – in mockery of her | Emma Brockes

Though times are hard and days are dark, the former PM’s latest book reminds us of the fun to be had when a figure is so ridiculous but cannot see it In these times of social and political division, it’s worth doing a quick audit of what keeps us together. Where, as we fight over what constitutes “wealth” and whether or not to go back in on Brexit, are the key sites of consensus? The Celebrity Tra

Will the budget deliver ‘growth in every postcode’?

The chancellor outlined ‘the biggest wave of devolution in a generation’ – but large swathes of the country are excludedBudget 2026: key points at a glanceIn just two years, there could be dozens of mayors preparing to spend billions of pounds as part of Andy Burnham’s mission to devolve greater powers across England.Fresh devolution deals could also be in place following negotiations with leaders

لماذا رفض كريستوفر روبن الحقيقي شهرته المرتبطة بـشخصية "ويني الدبدوب"؟

رغم مرور قرن على صدور كتاب "ويني الدبدوب"، ظل كريستوفر روبن، نجل مؤلف الكتاب، رافضاً من ارتباط اسمه بالشخصية، حتى إنه كان يضطر إلى "الابتعاد كلما أثار الناس هذا الموضوع"، بحسب قوله.

Macklemore begins Free Palestine tour after Ed Sheeran fallout

Proceeds from the tour, which begins in Dublin next month, will go to organisations supporting Palestinians, he says.

How Venezuela’s earthquake amputees adapt to life without limbs

Experts say recovery for earthquake survivors will likely be a lifelong endeavour, given the physical and mental toll.

"سجى بلدي" لأبو كابي: ألبوم يحتفي بالتراث الفني النسائي لبلاد الشام

في هذا العدد من ثقافة، تستضيف ليانا صالح الفنان الفلسطيني السوري أبو كابي الذي حمل صوته وذاكرته الموسيقية، ليصنع تجربة فنية يصعب حصرها في قالب واحد. فهو يغني ويؤلف ويجرب، ويبحث عن مساحات جديدة للطرب العربي، بعيداً عن قوالبه التقليدية. وفي أعماله، يحتل التراث الشعبي مكانة خاصة، ولا سيما الغناء النسائي الجماعي الذي أمضى سنوات في البحث والتنقيب في ذاكرته، ليعيد إحياء أغاني الأعراس والطقوس الشعبية، با

Part of Antarctica named after former BBC science correspondent

A stretch of water in the west of the continent is now called the Amos Channel after the ex-BBC journalist.

Gaza content creator tells Al Jazeera how much her award win means

Palestinian girl Nisreen Skaik tells Al Jazeera how much winning a Junior Digital Creator Award means

Libyan Women Revive Traditional Handloom Weaving in Tripoli

In Tripoli, a group of women are working to preserve the traditional handloom weaving craft, once dominated by men and now at risk of disappearing. The craft is a living memory of Libya's cultural heritage.

Amy Winehouse musical in development for West End

Stage show based on late singer reportedly set to feature her best-loved songs with involvement from her father MitchA musical based on Amy Winehouse is in development for London’s West End.The project is still in early stages with Catherine Schreiber, a Tony award-winning producer (Cabaret, Rent), attached to the project, according to Variety. Casting is reported to currently be under way. Contin

Council vows support for 'Toxic Town' public inquiry

Martin Griffiths, Reform-UK Leader of North Northants Council, says: "We have nothing to hide."

Burnham to become first PM to appear on Gogglebox in episode filmed at No 10

The PM is heard having a long discussion about crisps in the trailer to the show, which is in aid of Stand Up To CancerFrom ranking his favourite crisps in the pub to complaining about people watching TikToks out loud on the train, Andy Burnham has made efforts to show he has the common touch.Now he will become the first prime minister to appear on the popular TV show Gogglebox, in a special chari

Dame Judi Dench: 'I can't be on stage, I can't do a film, I can't read anymore'

The actress sat down with her friend and fellow actor Brendan O'Hea to talk to the BBC's Emma Barnett ahead of the launch of her memoir.

Four locations in the running to be UK City of Culture 2029

The winner, announced in early 2027, will receive £10m to deliver a year of cultural activities.

Dame Judi Dench: 'I can't do a play, a film or read any more'

Dame Judi Dench tells BBC Radio 4's Today programme about how her eye condition has affected her life.

أسرار باريس | هل تعرفون أن تمثال الحرية ولد في باريس ؟

في باريس كل تمثال له قصة وحكاية وبعضها أغربُ من الخيال. فهل تعرفون أن مئات التماثيل اختفت خلال الحرب العالمية الثانية؟ وأن تمثال الحرية صنع في باريس ولم يكن في الأصل معدا للولايات المتحدة؟ وأن داخل بعض التماثيل كنوزا دفينة؟ في هذه الحلقة من أسرار باريس، تعرفوا إلى تاريخ أشهر التماثيل الباريسية واكتشفوا قصصها وخباياها. أسرار باريس برنامج من إعداد وتقديم تاتيانا الخوري.

ماذا تكشف أشهر تجربة عن الطاعة العمياء؟

كيف يمكن لأشخاص عاديين أن ينصاعوا لأوامر تتعارض مع ضمائرهم وقيمهم الأخلاقية؟ تعيد تجربة ميلغرام الشهيرة، بنسخة حديثة، طرح هذا السؤال المثير، كاشفة العوامل التي تدفع إلى الطاعة العمياء، والسبل التي تُمكن الإنسان من مقاومتها.

Legendary video game studio BioWare closed after 31 years

The influential studio that made Mass Effect and Dragon Age announces it is closing its doors.

من بينها أبو ظبي: 5 مدن سياحية رائعة تستحق الاستكشاف

اخترنا من بين القائمة خمس مدن، وتحدّثنا إلى أشخاص يعرفون تلك المدن الخمس جيداً ليكشفوا لنا عمّا تواكبه من تغيرات - وعمّا يجعلها جديرة بالاستكشاف.