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Wonders of Imperial Carpets Wows at Hong Kong Palace Museum

Hong Kong’s first major Islamic art exhibition 'Wonders of Imperial Carpets', exhibits rare treasures, many seen outside of Qatar for the first time.

Mesopotamian Treasures Returned to Iraq in Landmark Restitution Case

In a powerful move toward cultural justice, the restitution follows a major probe into art smuggling allegedly linked to British dealer Robin Symes, and marks a growing global push to hold museums accountable for their colonial-era collections.

Art Basel Qatar 2026 Promises a Peak Prestigious Line Up

The expansion of the coveted Art Basel to Doha in February 2026 promises to deliver an esteemed list of contemporary artists both local and abroad.

The Sablah, Soft Power, and Oman’s Strategic Debut in Venice

Blending heritage with innovation, Oman’s debut pavilion in Venice subtly reinforces the Sablah as a model for dialogue—at a time when open communication and shared spaces are urgently needed.

Top Ten Miniature Artists Across Asia

We've put together ten of this decade's most exciting contemporary miniature artists whose intricate mixed media works are wowing audiences across south-east Asia and the middle east.

Bosnia and Herzegovina Unites Against Cultural Property Trafficking

The illicit trafficking of cultural property poses a significant threat to Bosnia and Herzegovina's (BiH) cultural heritage and security.

Aga Khan Museum Marks Tenth Anniversary with Mammoth Lineup

The Aga Khan Museum announces a monumental year of programs and digital experiences carefully curated to reference the Museum’s architecture, its founding vision of light, and a history that spans a decade in Toronto Canada.

Sculpturer Anthony James to Exhibit in Abu Dhabi

Bassam Freiha Art Foundation will open a series of new exhibitions exploring Emirati abstract art, the Orientalist movement, challenging socials norms and monumental sculptures from famed artist Anthony James and ‘The Five’ from October 2024.

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The K-Drama That Triggered South Koreans

In gun-free South Korea, a bold K-drama, Trigger, has stirred robust debate about weapons and norms within Korean civil society.
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KSA’s 6 Billion Investment in Syria as Regional Diplomacy Realigns

With USD 6.4 billion in fresh deals, the Kingdom is staking its claim on Syria’s future and sending a clear message: Arab-led recovery is back in focus.

KUN’s 50 Million Aims to Accelerate Stablecoin Adoption Amid Hong Kong’s Regulatory Surge

KUN’s recent Series A $50 million funding round signals a pivotal moment for stablecoins, ushering in a new era of regulated, efficient, and cross-border digital payments across Asia.

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Hungary Looks to Partner with UAE for Investment in Priority Sectors

Hungary signs an economic cooperation agreement with the UAE aimed at stimulating trade and investment flows between the two countries in Budapest this month.

Summer Hath No Respite Without Thee, O Ice Cream!

Shakespeare once bemoaned, “sometimes too hot, the eye of heaven shines”, because he never found shade in the sweet cooly-niceness that is ice-cream.
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