’God save Dua Lipa’: festival puts Kosovo on music map

Pristina: With its denim shorts, selfies, sequins and thumping bass lines, it’s easy to mistake this for Coachella or Glastonbury. But Pristina’s Sunny Hill festival is largely responsible for making Kosovo a must-see during Europe’s summer festival season, thanks in large part to its founder, Dua Lipa. For years, Kosovo has been linked to the … Read more

ThePlace: Wadi Wajj, Taif’s historic water oasis

TAIF: Wadi Waz, a revered valley in the western Taif Province of Saudi Arabia, boasts a rich history and natural beauty. Once the geographical boundary that divided the city of Taif into two, it has developed into a popular tourist destination known for its lush gardens, vibrant orchards, and breathtaking views. Professor Saleh Al Khalif, … Read more

Aqabat Shaar: Iconic Saudi mountain road a lifeline for Asir’s rugged beauty

RIYADH: Saudi Arabian ballet dancer Hala Nagadi, 18, continues to captivate audiences with her unwavering passion and hopes others will be inspired to “embrace this beautiful and expressive art form”. She is currently preparing for the 2024 Dubai International Dance Competition, which begins on November 17 and will feature professional and amateur dancers from around … Read more

South Korea expresses regret after its athletes introduced as North Korea at Olympics opening ceremony

PARIS: Celebrating its reputation as the cradle of the revolution, Paris kicked off its first Summer Olympics in 100 years on Friday, with a rain-soaked, rule-breaking opening ceremony along the Seine River, decorated with stars and fantasy. Intermittent showers, the first rain at a Summer Olympics opening ceremony in 70 years, did not seem to … Read more

How climate change is exacerbating food insecurity, with dangerous consequences for import-reliant Middle East

RIYADH: Global food insecurity is much worse than previously thought, according to the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2024 report, released this week by a coalition of UN agencies, which said efforts to tackle malnutrition have been severely hampered. With countries around the world falling far short of meeting the second … Read more

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