Since the beginning of the year, several petitions have demanded Israel's exclusion from the 68th edition of the annual music competition. Protesters say if Russia could be excluded for its incursion into Ukraine, so could Israel.
Writer Basim Khandaqji formerly imprisoned in Israel, wins international Arabic fiction prize for novel exploring themes of family, displacement and genocide.
Despite Gaza's siege, puppet maker gets creative, using debris, fishing line, and old sardine tins, stamped with UN logos, to craft toys painted with hope.
In a rare outing, Pope Francis travels to the lagoon city hosting the Biennale, meeting with the Holy See pavilion's creators –– artists and inmates who collaborated on the uplifting project being displayed at the art fair.
At the Aswan International Women Film Festival, five short films highlighted the devastating situation in Sudan due to fighting between its army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
The artworks, which reflect the daily struggles of the country’s Black majority during the apartheid-era policies, are on display alongside works by contemporary artists.
The decision to overturn Weinstein's conviction sparks debate over judicial discretion and its impact on sexual assault cases.
Pieces going under the hammer on April 24 include rare Ottoman artifacts from as far back as the 16th century, including an agate cup from Sultan Selim III to Catherine the Great.
In his newest film, for which work is ongoing, Palestinian director Rashid Masharawi says he wanted to expose what he called "the lie of self-defence".
Series of engaging activities, from enlightening conferences to captivating musical performances and exhibitions, are expected to take place throughout the week, celebrating the shared Turkic heritage.
Earth Day is observed annually on April 22. First celebrated in 1970, it now includes a wide range of events across more than 193 countries, demonstrating support for environmental protection.
A multidisciplinary team of computer scientists, historians, and linguists streamlines the translation of Ottoman manuscripts into modern Turkish by using artificial intelligence.
Spotify will include all the songs in a special "Feat. Nature" playlist, while the individual tracks will be available on other platforms.
Saint Levant's performance follows last year's show from Elyanna, a Palestinian-Chilean who became the first Palestinian to perform at Coachella.
The opening comes after the Nguon of the Bamoun people, a set of rituals celebrated in a popular annual festival, joined UNESCO's List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Recreational beekeeping has grown steadily over the past decade, with people tending anywhere from a dozen to as many as 60 hive boxes in their yards or rooftop gardens.
From 1970s stars such as Sophia Loren and Brigitte Bardot to Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez, Cavalli's eye-popping styles were favoured by generations of celebrities.
Simpson earned fame, fortune and adulation through football and show business, but his legacy was forever changed by the June 1994 knife slayings of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend.
Artist Kirsha Kaechele set up the "Ladies Lounge" at Tasmania's Museum of Old and New Art (MONA). Its name is a nod to the time before 1970s when women were denied entry to public bars and had to sit in ladies lounges.
For a long time, Egyptian rap had "an underground status", but it is emerging as a challenger to more traditional music forms, and talented women rappers are taking notice.
The tradition of the oxcart race goes back centuries and marks the arrival of lunar new year.
Nigel Kennedy performs both his own compositions and pieces from classical composers, blending different styles and aiming to popularise classical music.
Used as a stylish and eye-catching accessory to any big event, skilfully crafted bangles are a staple on women's forearms in Eid.
"Godzilla x Kong" took in $31.7 million over the weekend in the United States and Canada, according to Exhibitor Relations.
The book on display at the New York International Antiquarian Book Fair is signed by the author and decorated with almost 30 carats of diamonds and a sapphire.
Eurovision victory turned ABBA into a pop juggernaut, the most successful band to win the pan-continental music contest, but this year's edition in May, faces boycott calls over the inclusion of Israel amid its war in Gaza.
Revived after the 1994 genocide, Rwanda's ancient art form, imigongo painting, is rooted in Tutsi heritage and crafted from cow dung.
"Istanbul Mushaf" focuses on entire Islamic history and geography from era of Rashidun Caliphate to present day, encompasses the handwritten transcription of the Holy Quran in 10 volumes.
Rumi’s resting place has been preserved with utmost care, whether by the 11th-century Seljuks, their successors, the Ottomans, or modern-day Türkiye. The love and admiration for this mystic transcends time and geography.
Conde's literary contributions, marked by her portrayal of colonialism and post-colonial realities, earned her widespread acclaim and recognition, providing a powerful voice for marginalised communities while defying age and physical limitations.
Fox News reporter Claudia Cowan praised her mother Barbara Rush as "among the last of Old Hollywood Royalty" and called herself her mother's “biggest fan.”
For the last decade, Maki Yamamoto has been merging the unique Palestinian cross-stitch technique into kimono sashes, known as obis, unfolding a seamless union between two distinct cultures.
An endangered craft that takes a long time to master, Al Talli is an embroidery technique Emirati women use to braid shiny ribbons to adorn traditional clothing and bags.
Lizzo, born Melissa Viviane Jefferson's statement came in an Instagram post, a day after she appeared at a Democratic campaign event for US President Joe Biden.
Pro-Palestinian murals supporting besieged Palestinians of Gaza can be spotted on the International Wall in Northern Ireland's capital.
Cairo's Al Matareyia district is alive with artistic expressions of solidarity for Palestine this Ramadan.
Many critics offered praise for the American superstar's latest album with Page Six's Nicholas Hautman calling it "the revival that country music so desperately needed".
Japanese audiences react with mixed emotions as the highly anticipated film focuses on J. Robert Oppenheimer's internal conflicts, and not on the portrayal of nuclear horrors and historical responsibilities.
Amidst string of allegations, rap mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs faces lawsuits accusing him of physical abuse, tarnishing the legacy of one of the most famous figures in music history.
Malmo says it is planning for possible protests and demonstrations during this year's Eurovision, amid repeated calls for the competition to be cancelled if Israel's offensive on Gaza continues.
Writer Christopher Wozniak had sued Warner Bros in October 2022 and DC Comics, which has thousands of copyrights for Batman works, sued him back two months later.