- Arab producer who put Tunisia on Hollywood movie map tells The Mayman Show of plans to attract foreign films, develop local talent
- Veteran filmmaker says creation of more foreign-language TV news channels will help bolster the Kingdom’s international image
- The 3rd edition of the forum discussed critical sustainability, primarily energy transition, protecting the seas, and unlocking climate finance
- Powerful explosion in Marawi killed at least 4, injured 50 others
- Daesh reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack late on Sunday
- Month of conflict represents deadliest for journalists since reports began 30 years ago
- Israel authorities said they cannot guarantee safety of media workers in Gaza
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Who was Tarafa bin Al-Abd?
A sixth-century poet from the Bakr tribe, Tarafa bin Al-Abd was one of the seven renowned poets featured in the ancient Arabic poetry anthology. The Saudi Ministry of Culture is to stage the Tarafa bin Al-Abd Festival from Nov. 16 to 24 in Al-Ahsa, in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, to highlight the life, career, and works of the poet.
Islamic World District Project
A major initiative being implemented in the holy city of Madinah, the Islamic World District Project is envisioned to offer high-quality residential and hospitality services to enrich the religious and cultural experiences of visitors, along with Umrah and Hajj pilgrims, during their visit to Madinah. The project is expected to include 18,000 hotel rooms upon completion, with eco-friendly means of transportation.
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- Officials from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have been monitoring safety at the Zaporizhzhia plant, which is one of the world’s 10 biggest nuclear power stations
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- In the men’s foil category, Ibrahim Al-Hodaib from Al-Nassr Club secured the gold medal, while Ali Al-Albinali from Al-Hilal claimed silver
- The women’s individual saber finals saw Al-Shabab’s Ruba Al-Masri taking the gold, with Al-Hilal’s Alhasna Al-Hammad getting the silver
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