Patrick Stewart, legendary actor of ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ fame, dies at 86
Legendary actor Patrick Stewart passed away at 86 due to Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia. He was acclaimed for his roles in ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’.
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Book Review: Iyad Madani questions the Western narrative and explores what it means to be Saudi
Iyad Madani's book explores Saudi identity beyond Arab or Islamic labels, emphasizing cultural uniqueness and grappling with modernity's challenges. He questions dominant narratives and promotes an engaged identity, aware of its roots yet open to progress.
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European Film Festival Returns to Riyadh for Fifth Edition with 16 Films
The Delegation of the European Union to Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with the embassies of its member states and with the support of the Film Commission, has announced the fifth edition of the European Film Festival in Riyadh, featuring 16 films from 16 European countries, SPA reported. The festival will begin on November 2, with public screenings running from November 3 to 10, building on the success of its four previous editions.
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The beautiful, shocking work of artist Hoda Afshar: ‘I don’t take freedom of speech for granted’
Afshar’s experiences as a young woman in Iran have shaped her artistic career in Australia, focusing her eye on the humanity within inhumane systems