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259 in English · 3 original-language storiesLebanon 24: A recent astronomical study has once again shed light on when Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh painted his famous work “The Starry Night,” suggesting that the celestial scene that inspired him may have appeared shortly before sunrise on 22 July 1889, in an attempt to settle a decades-long dispute over the identity of the stars depicted in the work…
An-Nahar: Fadel Shaker’s concert featured exceptional moments, including a musical duet with the artist Nawal, who called him “the voice of lovers,” as well as Mohammed Shaker taking to the stage and singing with…
Tayyar: Fatima Abdullah - Four restored films by Michelangelo Antonioni bring Monica Vitti’s presence in his works back to life, awaiting the audience of “Metropolis” in late October (October). Four consecutive screenings offer the chance to watch “L’Avventura,” “La Notte,” “L’Eclisse” and “Red Desert” on the big screen, after more…
Tayyar: Iraqi expatriate theater director and artist Shamal Omar has died after a long artistic career. The Iraqi Artists Syndicate announced his death in an official statement, expressing its sorrow over the artist’s passing and recalling his contributions to theater, particularly the productions he presented during his years of work in…
MTV Lebanon: Veteran American actor Tom Skerritt, one of the most prominent stars of the film ‘Top Gun,’ has died at the age of 93, after leaving a distinctive mark on cinema and television over more than six decades. The late actor’s family confirmed his death, expressing their deep sorrow at his loss, and in a statement…
An-Nahar: Fadl Shaker’s concert in Riyadh marked the historic return of the Prince of Sensation, as the Abu Bakr Salem Theater witnessed a legendary reception and moving words that ended more than a decade of absence…
MTV Lebanon: International star Katy Perry took part in a tribute ceremony for the late artist Dolly Parton as part of the CMA events, held on Wednesday evening, October 21, in the American city of Nashville, where she took to the stage and gave a moving speech praising Parton’s career and personality, amid…
An-Nahar: The ninth edition of the El Gouna Film Festival 2026 brings together art, digital safety, support for the Palestinian cause, cultural empowerment, and kitesurfing…
MTV Lebanon: The love story between Turkish actress Melisa Döngel, one of the stars of the series "You Knock on My Door," and rapper Murda did not last long, as Turkish media reported that their relationship had ended after just a few months of appearing together. This development came after the couple had…
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MTV Lebanon: In an evening that brought art together with humanitarian work, artist Ghassan Rahbani performed at a charity concert on the stage of Casino du Liban, presenting a selection of his late father, composer Elias Rahbani’s most enduring works, with artists Rania Hajj and Gilbert Jalkh, amid an atmosphere…
MTV Lebanon: American star John Anderson, one of the biggest names in country music, has died at the age of 71, according to his family, who announced the news in a moving statement posted on his official social media accounts on October 21, without disclosing the cause of death. The family mourned…
An-Nahar: Ayman Qumaiha sends a message to Fadel Chaker on the occasion of his return to the stage and reveals new musical works that will surprise audiences at concerts…
An-Nahar: As for “Seventy,” Naimy’s autobiography, it offers a reading of the relationship between personal experience and the formation of literary vision…
Al Jadeed: Fadel Shaker returns to the stage after 14 years... Watch the concert live from Riyadh on screen…
MTV Lebanon: Artist Mohamed Ramadan was injured while filming a scene for his new series "Ashmawy," specifically during a scene with a tiger, forcing him to temporarily stop filming to get some rest. Ramadan revealed details of the incident via his official Instagram account,…
Nidaa Al Watan: The Lebanese community in Houston, in the US state of Texas, celebrated last Saturday and Sunday the eighth Lebanese Festival, held annually by the “American Lebanese Cultural Center,” with a large gathering of community members and their Lebanese and American guests in attendance. Dr. Philip Salem…
An-Nahar: Fadl Shaker returns to the Riyadh stage with a special duet and his son Mohamed Shaker, in a concert bringing together old and new songs and reviving memories…
MTV Lebanon: “Atlaal Plaza” in Ghazir is preparing to host a special artistic evening bringing together Egyptian star Ahmed Sheiba and Iraqi star Hammam Ibrahim on Saturday, 7 November 2026, in the Golden Hall, as part of an evening featuring authentic tarab and Arabic music. The two stars will perform…
An-Nahar: Tom Cruise receives the American Film Institute’s Life Achievement Award in recognition of his remarkable film career spanning more than 40 years and his worldwide films…
An-Nahar: Fadl Shaker returns to the stage after a long absence in a live concert in Riyadh, performing his old and new songs in an evening filled with nostalgia…
An-Nahar: From the first hint to tickets selling out and a second night being added, how did adviser Turki Al-Sheikh follow Lebanese artist Fadel Chaker’s return to concerts before large audiences in Riyadh…
Naharnet: Tom Cruise is being celebrated with a life achievement award from the American Film Institute, AFI's board of trustees said Wednesday The award will be handed out at a gala tribute in Los Angeles at the Dolby Theatre on April 24 next year.…
Elnashra: The Telegraph newspaper reported that an elephant named Somanana caused panic during a procession for the Hindu Navaratri festival in the city of Shivamogga in the southern state of Karnataka…
MTV Lebanon: Culture Minister Ghassan Salameh participated as guest of honor in the opening ceremony of the Erbil International Book Fair, which opened yesterday under the patronage and in the presence of former Kurdistan Region President Masoud…
An-Nahar: The second edition of Lebanese Cinema Week 2026 launches, with free screenings at 9 venues to introduce audiences to the memory and history of Lebanese cinema…
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An-Nahar: Learn about the importance of cultural inclusion and making historical sites and museums in Lebanon accessible to ensure a comprehensive cultural experience for all visitors, including people with…
An-Nahar: The second edition of the Abu Dhabi Public Art Biennial 2026 launches in Al Ain and Abu Dhabi, with international artists participating and presenting interactive artworks in public spaces…
CH23: Saint Charbel does not ask the religion of those who seek his intercession, and the stories of healing attributed to him do not stop at the boundaries of sects and religions. Between Muhammad the Muslim and Paul the Christian, we tell the story of two children who faced the danger of illness, but faith brought them together through the intercession of Lebanon’s saint, after their families had lived through moments of fear and anxiety, before…
Nidaa Al Watan: Writer Zeina Saleh Kiayali has built deep expertise in researching Lebanon’s musical heritage through ten French-language publications in the “Musical Faces of Lebanon” series, which she has directed since 2011 and which is published by the French “Geuthner” publishing house. These publications cover figures, some of whom are forgotten in…
Nidaa Al Watan: A group of artists from the Egyptian “Opera House,” joined by singer Anoushka and vocalist Nadia Mostafa, performed at the opening concert of the thirty-fourth edition of the “Arab Music Festival” in Cairo on Tuesday evening, in a night titled “Hany Shaker Night,” in tribute to the late artist after whom the edition…
Nidaa Al Watan: Many of us, lovers of Lebanese cinema—and specifically the cinema of Maroun Baghdadi—have long paused over his films, reflected on their worlds and characters, and wondered what was happening behind the camera, in the intimate space separating life from film. But another question continued to accompany our curiosity: Who was the woman who…
Tayyar: في خبر حزين، توفي المغني الأميركي جون أندرسون، أحد أبرز نجوم موسيقى الريف خلال ثمانينيات وتسعينيات القرن الماضي، عن عمر ناهز 71 عامًا، تاركًا إرثًا فنيًا امتد لنحو خمسة عقود. وأعلنت عائلة الفنان أمس الأربعاء وفاته، مؤكدة أنه فارق الحياة بهدوء أثناء نومه، من…
Tayyar: The retired Kuwaiti artist Raja Mohammed has died at the age of 64, after a career in the arts that began at an early age and left its mark on theater, television and singing, before she chose to retire and devote herself to her family life. So far, the cause of death has not been announced, and no official clarification has been issued specifying the circumstances…
Yasour: Artist Amr Waked: I’m saying, since the aforementioned Salman and his son issued directives to Sisi, then Sisi must go defend them himself…
