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Under a vast canopy of tents in the Saudi city of Jeddah, religious artefacts are on display alongside contemporary art ...

Diaa Allam’s journey from urban planning to becoming a celebrated Arabic calligrapher is a testament to the transformative ...

What is “Islamic art”? This question has remained open since the term was coined by Western art historians in the 19th century. The debate is alive and well today among scholars who are ...

The Islamic Arts Biennale will also feature unique works of contemporary art that highlight the continued artistic contributions of Islamic civilization, allowing visitors to learn about ways of ...

February 12, 2025 • Experts analyzing the painting have several theories about why this unidentified woman has remained submerged for more than a century.

The Biennale, which runs until May 25 and is titled "And in Between," is the first of its kind in the world, dedicated to celebrating Islamic arts. It offers a unique platform for reflection, renewal, ...

In a letter to Culture Minister Rachida Dati ... temperature swings which endanger the conservation of works of art.” Built in Paris in the late 12th century, the Louvre Palace for centuries ...

The actress worked with the late director on four iconic projects: "Blue Velvet," "Wild at Heart," "Inland Empire," and "Twin Peaks: The Return." ...

Outgoing presidents traditionally leave a letter for the incoming president. Former President Joe Biden wished President Donald Trump "all the best for the next four years" in the letter he left ...

Yours, etc, Sir, – Ireland is not alone in the political game of “deal or no deal” (Fintan O’Toole, “‘Deal’ is the dirtiest four-letter word in Irish politics”, Opinion & Analysis ...

Jan 21 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said former President Joe Biden left him a "nice" letter inside the Resolute Desk at the White House, continuing an inauguration day ...