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This Country Issues Passports To Falcons And Lets Them Fly In Cabin
Falconry has been part of life in this region for centuries, and the birds are treated with a respect that sets them apart from ordinary pets.
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Dutch Man Stunned To See Falcons Seated On Commercial Flight: "Only In Arab Countries"
Some Middle Eastern airlines allow falcons to travel in the cabin, often requiring them to have their own tickets and travel documents.
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Shangri-La's 'Taste Of Shangri-La 2025' Brings Global Flavours To One Culinary Stage
The festival is more than just a gastronomic showcase; it's an exploration of how food connects cultures.
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Syria's Minorities Demand For Constitution That Guarantees Pluralism
Hundreds of representatives of Syria's various ethnic and religious groups called Friday for the formation of a decentralised state and the drafting of a new constitution that guarantees religious, cultural and ethnic pluralism.
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Why Israel Has Made It Mandatory For Military To Study Islam And Learn Arabic
The Israeli Defence Forces have made it mandatory for all soldiers and officers in the intelligence wing to train in Arabic language and Islamic Studies.
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Is Qatar Worth Visiting? 7 Reasons It Is A Great Introduction To Middle Eastern Culture
If you love Middle Eastern culture, Qatar is a great place to start. From rich history in museums to high-adrenaline desert experiences, here is what this country has to offer.
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Pre-Historic Caves, Forests Among Sites Vying For UNESCO Heritage Spot
The United Nation's cultural organisation announces its choice of sites for inclusion in its world heritage list this week, with pre-historic caves, former centres of repression, forests, marine bio-systems and others vying for the coveted spots.
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Ancient DNA Shows Genetic Link Between Egypt And Mesopotamia
Ancient DNA has revealed a genetic link between the cultures of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, according to research published Wednesday in the journal Nature. This finding is significant as it gives evidence of an insight hinted in earlier works.
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Most World Heritage Sites At Risk Of Drought Or Flooding: UN
Almost three quarters of the globe's cultural and natural heritage sites are threatened by too little or too much water, the UN's cultural agency said on Tuesday.
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"Incredible Culture" Trump Says On First Visit To A Mosque As President
Trump expressed his admiration for the mosque's beauty, saying, "Isn't this beautiful? It is so beautiful. This is an incredible culture." He also marvelled at the fact that the mosque had been closed for the day in his honour.
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Iyer in Arabia Now Streaming on SunNXT: What You Need to Know About Shine Tom Chacko, Arfaz Iqbal Starrer Malayalam Comedy Film
Written and directed by M.A. Nishad, Iyer in Arabia is an epic Malayalam comedy drama movie that revolves around a traditional Brahmin orthodox family whose son falls in love with a girl from another religion. As his father decides to visit the Middle East to end his relationship, he is challenged by a transformed culture and beliefs. Watch this fi...
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Watch: Hair-Flipping Dancers Welcome Trump To UAE. All About The Cultural Performance
In the UAE, Donald Trump was received by President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and welcomed in Abu Dhabi with a unique cultural performance, a video of which has caught the attention of social media users.
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Hindu Temple In Abu Dhabi Celebrates Ram Navami With Grand Celebration
The world-renowned BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi celebrated Ram Navami and Swaminarayan Jayanti with immense devotion and grandeur, marking a landmark moment for cultural and spiritual harmony in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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India, Kuwait Sign Pact To Strengthen Cultural, Defence Cooperation
India and Kuwait signed four Memorandum of Understandings in the areas of defence, sports and cultural cooperation during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Gulf nation, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday.
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37,000-Year-Old Ritual Gathering Space Discovered in Israel’s Manot Cave
Researchers have uncovered a 37,000-year-old chamber in Israel's Manot Cave, believed to have hosted ritual gatherings. The space features a carved boulder and deer antler linked to spiritual practices during the Aurignacian period. Natural acoustics and ash traces suggest torch-lit ceremonies involving up to 100 participants. Radiometric dating co...
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This Country Issues Passports To Falcons And Lets Them Fly In Cabin
Falconry has been part of life in this region for centuries, and the birds are treated with a respect that sets them apart from ordinary pets.
-
Dutch Man Stunned To See Falcons Seated On Commercial Flight: "Only In Arab Countries"
Some Middle Eastern airlines allow falcons to travel in the cabin, often requiring them to have their own tickets and travel documents.
-
Shangri-La's 'Taste Of Shangri-La 2025' Brings Global Flavours To One Culinary Stage
The festival is more than just a gastronomic showcase; it's an exploration of how food connects cultures.
-
Syria's Minorities Demand For Constitution That Guarantees Pluralism
Hundreds of representatives of Syria's various ethnic and religious groups called Friday for the formation of a decentralised state and the drafting of a new constitution that guarantees religious, cultural and ethnic pluralism.
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Why Israel Has Made It Mandatory For Military To Study Islam And Learn Arabic
The Israeli Defence Forces have made it mandatory for all soldiers and officers in the intelligence wing to train in Arabic language and Islamic Studies.
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Is Qatar Worth Visiting? 7 Reasons It Is A Great Introduction To Middle Eastern Culture
If you love Middle Eastern culture, Qatar is a great place to start. From rich history in museums to high-adrenaline desert experiences, here is what this country has to offer.
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Pre-Historic Caves, Forests Among Sites Vying For UNESCO Heritage Spot
The United Nation's cultural organisation announces its choice of sites for inclusion in its world heritage list this week, with pre-historic caves, former centres of repression, forests, marine bio-systems and others vying for the coveted spots.
-
Ancient DNA Shows Genetic Link Between Egypt And Mesopotamia
Ancient DNA has revealed a genetic link between the cultures of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, according to research published Wednesday in the journal Nature. This finding is significant as it gives evidence of an insight hinted in earlier works.
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Most World Heritage Sites At Risk Of Drought Or Flooding: UN
Almost three quarters of the globe's cultural and natural heritage sites are threatened by too little or too much water, the UN's cultural agency said on Tuesday.
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"Incredible Culture" Trump Says On First Visit To A Mosque As President
Trump expressed his admiration for the mosque's beauty, saying, "Isn't this beautiful? It is so beautiful. This is an incredible culture." He also marvelled at the fact that the mosque had been closed for the day in his honour.
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Iyer in Arabia Now Streaming on SunNXT: What You Need to Know About Shine Tom Chacko, Arfaz Iqbal Starrer Malayalam Comedy Film
Written and directed by M.A. Nishad, Iyer in Arabia is an epic Malayalam comedy drama movie that revolves around a traditional Brahmin orthodox family whose son falls in love with a girl from another religion. As his father decides to visit the Middle East to end his relationship, he is challenged by a transformed culture and beliefs. Watch this fi...
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Watch: Hair-Flipping Dancers Welcome Trump To UAE. All About The Cultural Performance
In the UAE, Donald Trump was received by President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and welcomed in Abu Dhabi with a unique cultural performance, a video of which has caught the attention of social media users.
-
Hindu Temple In Abu Dhabi Celebrates Ram Navami With Grand Celebration
The world-renowned BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi celebrated Ram Navami and Swaminarayan Jayanti with immense devotion and grandeur, marking a landmark moment for cultural and spiritual harmony in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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India, Kuwait Sign Pact To Strengthen Cultural, Defence Cooperation
India and Kuwait signed four Memorandum of Understandings in the areas of defence, sports and cultural cooperation during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Gulf nation, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday.
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37,000-Year-Old Ritual Gathering Space Discovered in Israel’s Manot Cave
Researchers have uncovered a 37,000-year-old chamber in Israel's Manot Cave, believed to have hosted ritual gatherings. The space features a carved boulder and deer antler linked to spiritual practices during the Aurignacian period. Natural acoustics and ash traces suggest torch-lit ceremonies involving up to 100 participants. Radiometric dating co...
