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Nana Patekar dies: State funeral planned for veteran actor, minister confirms
Patekar was taken to the hospital, where doctors tried to revive him for around 45 minutes, but he could not be saved
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Latin American, Caribbean Women Top Nobel Literature Buzz
This year's Nobel literature prize could go to a Latin American or Caribbean woman when it is awarded on Thursday amid efforts to diversify an award that has most often gone to male, European authors, literary critics say. There is no public shortlist for the Nobel, and since the nominees and the jury deliberations remain sealed for 50 years, Stockholm's literary circles engage in frantic guessing ahead of the announcement.
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Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar dies aged 75 | The National
Acclaimed star of Hindi and Marathi films was reportedly found unresponsive at his home in Goa
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Juma Al Haj finds new meaning in seclusion with first institutional solo show in Abu Dhabi | The National
Emirati artist’s exhibition considers reflection, uncertainty and moments that shape an inner journey
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Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar dies after cardiac arrest at his residence
Patekar made his acting debut with the 1978 film ‘Gaman’ and went on to establish himself as a celebrated actor
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Culture as a building block: How the Middle East can inspire future cities | The National
LIVEX guests discuss lessons from regional architecture and how artistic spaces become part of city life
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Cartoon for October 8, 2026 | The National
Our cartoonist's take on the discovery of a new extinct crocodile species from ancient Egypt
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Five Arab writers shortlisted for 2026 National Book Awards
Five Arab writers are among the 2026 National Book Awards finalists in the US, with works exploring Gaza, imprisonment and survival.
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90s art scene in the UK: An international, edgy trendsetter
The 1990s are remembered for Britpop and provocative fashion, but beyond the nostalgia, it was a decade of cultural experimentation and social change. Tate Britain's new exhibition looks past the familiar icons.
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KSGAAL Signs MoU with Jordan Academy of Arabic
As part of its fifth annual international conference, themed "Arabic Language and Culture: Intersections and Dimensions," King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language (KSGAAL) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Jordan Academy of Arabic. The agreement aims to foster cooperation in serving the Arabic language and its associated disciplines. It also establishes a framework for joint action to facilitate the exchange of expertise and integration of capabilities between the two academies.
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In Iran, music is far more than entertainment as the regime seeks to use it as a political tool
Iranian authorities are trying to persuade prominent singers in exile to return home. While the state seeks to harness music as a political tool, music has also become a powerful expression of dissent and resistance.
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‘Ramayana’: Arun Govil returns as King Dashrath in new poster
The newly released solo poster gives a first look at Govil as Dashrath, the King of Ayodhya and father of Lord Rama
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Prince Mohammed bin Salman Center Promotes Arabic Calligraphy Through Specialized Training
The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy is conducting a series of specialized training programs and courses in Arabic calligraphy during the last quarter of 2026 across Madinah, Riyadh, and Dammam. These initiatives support the center's efforts to develop the skills of practitioners and enthusiasts while promoting the art form as a key component of the Kingdom's cultural identity, SPA reported.
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Makkah's Traditional Architecture Inspires Modern Urban Identity
Makkah's architecture reflects a long history in which an identity closely linked to the city's religious stature was formed, shaped by its geographical, climatic, and social environment to produce a distinct style that combines functionality and beauty. Among the most prominent features of the traditional Makkah house are the Rawashin, projecting wooden windows and balconies that regulated light and air, reduced solar glare, ensured privacy, and gave facades their aesthetic character, SPA reported.
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Saudi, French officials discuss library sector ties
Saudi, French officials discuss library sector ties
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Souraya Noujaim appointed as director of Louvre Abu Dhabi
Souraya Noujaim appointed as director of Louvre Abu Dhabi