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Arab Pop Art Open House & Artist Talk with Marwan Chamaa

Enjoy the MEI Art Gallery's latest exhibition Arab Pop Art: Between East and West at this week's Art Walk Dupont First Friday Open House from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. The evening program includes an art talk at 6:30 pm featuring participating artist Marwan...

Shannon's Fall Fine Art Auction on Thursday, October 30th, showcases an exceptional lineup of 159 artworks

The auction features noted American and European masters and contemporary artists and brings together a vibrant mix of styles, periods, and price points. MILFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shannon’s Fine Art...

Syria’s children return to school after 14 years of conflict

DAMASCUS, Syria, Oct. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This month marks a turning point for Syria’s children. After more than a decade of crisis and disrupted education, a powerful shift is underway—a movement to bring children not just back into...

Art All Night 2025

Don’t miss DC’s Art All Night festival at the Middle East Institute on Saturday, September 13, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The late-night open house features MEI's new gallery exhibition, Arab Pop Art: Between East and West, as well as live Arabic...

A moveable feast of MENA pop art at the MEI Gallery

A new exhibition at the Middle East Institute Art Gallery called Arab Pop Art: Between East and West offers a timely reminder that in spite of the conflict and turmoil in the region, there is a lively, vibrant, and cosmopolitan culture at play...

Review: Noblie Custom Knives Unveils Top Mosaic Damascus Blades for 2025

Limited 2025 Mosaic Damascus lineup from Noblie Custom Knives—Dragonskin patterns, crystallized titanium, hand engraving, and gold/copper inlays. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Noblie Custom Knives announces...

Lebanon Hosts Key Meeting Between Lebanese, Syrian Officials

(MENAFN) Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, hosted a key meeting on Monday between Lebanese and Syrian officials aimed at addressing shared concerns, with a primary focus on the plight of Syrian detainees and missing persons in Lebanon. Media reported...

Local Syrian official gets harmed by gunfire, no identity of attacker found

(MENAFN) A local official in southern Syria was critically injured by gunfire in the city of Daraa on Monday, according to state media. A state-run TV reported that Muneef al-Zaim, a member of the Public Relations Office of the Daraa Provincial...

Ilham Aliyev gave interview to Al Arabiya TV channel

AZERBAIJAN, August 27 - President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev gave an interview to Saudi Arabia’s Al Arabiya TV channel. The interview with the head of state was broadcast on the channel on August 26. Journalist: Dear viewers of Al...

Syria, Israel Strike Ceasefire Deal After Sweida Fatal Clashes

(MENAFN) Syria and Israel have struck a ceasefire deal, brokered by the United States, following deadly sectarian violence in southern Syria that escalated into significant Israeli military action. The agreement was announced by U.S. Special Envoy...

Tactical Footwear Market Navigating Business with CAGR of 6.2% with Revenue of $2.9 billion by 2031

By product, the boots segment held the highest share, accounting for 67.9% of the global tactical footwear market. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market...

From War-Torn Syria to California Dreaming: San Diego Dentist-Turned-Hip-Hop Artist Drops Empowering Anthem

Syrian-Born Dentist Fuses Art and Adversity in Bold New Single “Million Dollar Smile” SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Robair Aldaya’s journey to becoming a doctor in California didn’t begin in a classroom — it...

The Damascus-SDF agreement two months on: Fragile progress or delayed collapse?

On March 10, 2025, Ahmed al-Sharaa, the president of Syria, and Mazloum Abdi, the commander-in-chief of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), signed a historic agreement, ending a long-running divide between Damascus and the Democratic Autonomous...

Exploring the Middle East’s Climate Crisis through the Lens of Policy and Art

Join us for a conversation about the climate crisis in the Middle East; its impact on resources and communities; and the role that regional artists and civil society actors are playing in helping encourage greater public awareness and activism....

Lights On: Art at the Noor Riyadh Festival

The rapidly growing state-supported arts infrastructure in Saudi Arabia tends to overshadow the lesser-known history of independent artist-led initiatives. The pioneering modernist Mohammed Alsaleem, for example, is known for establishing Dar Al...

Will Damascus-SDF negotiations lead to agreement or escalation?

It is becoming apparent that negotiations between the new leadership in Damascus and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) face significant obstacles due to disagreements over military structure and administrative demands. These issues reflect the...

(Video) Syrian Leader Accuses Iran’s Regime and Hezbollah of Fueling Coastal Protests

The escalating tensions, marked by armed clashes and sectarian rhetoric, have raised concerns about the Iranian regime’s interference in Syria’s transition. PARIS, FRANCE, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Council of Resistance...

Fostering an Attitude of Gratitude: New Children’s Book LAYLA AND THE CAT WONDERLAND Helps Children Learn the Art of Patience

Charleston, SC, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- After immigrating to the United States, Hind Adel Obied began to see a need to connect the world. Her solution was to influence younger generations by encouraging the development of good attitudes,...

International Association of Political Consultants Addresses Recent Developments in Syria

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the situation in Syria continues to evolve, the IAPC emphasizes the importance of maintaining democratic processes and protecting the rights of citizens. The organization is deeply concerned about...

Apollo Art Auctions encapsulates the celebration of cultures through the Fine Ancient Art & Antiquities sale, bringing a touch of luxury during the holiday season

LONDON, Dec. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo Art Auctions is proud to announce the ‘Fine Ancient Art & Antiquities’ auction taking place on the 15th of December. The auction will showcase a wide selection of excellent Egyptian, Roman, Greek,...