Casbah event brings together a host of cultural, material, and artistic history of the region, amusing and educating visitors ALGIERS, Algeria (MNTV) – Algiers hosted a series of cultural events to commemorate the National Day of the Casbah. The Casbah, a historic walled city or citadel commonly found in North Africa, is particularly associate...
Cultural activists urge urgent restoration as centuries-old monument deteriorates KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — The centuries-old shrine of Khwaja Ali Jowzjani, a revered mystic in northern Afghanistan’s Sar-e-Pul province, is facing imminent collapse due to years of neglect and lack of preservation efforts. The deteriorating structure has rais...
Biennale challenges conservative perceptions, blending contemporary art with Islamic heritage under Vision 2030 JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (MNTV) – Saudi Arabia’s second Islamic Arts Biennale, And All That Is In Between, is reshaping the kingdom’s cultural landscape by merging religious heritage with modern artistic expression. The event, held in J...
Workshop highlights the role of women in global resistance movements through the lens of documentary filmmaking TEHRAN, Iran (MNTV) – The 18th International Resistance Film Festival in Tehran hosted a specialized workshop titled Women and Resistance, bringing together filmmakers from around the world to explore the role of women in resistance ...
Pioneering British hip-hop group Cash Crew inspired a new generation of artists to blend faith and rap music LONDON, UK (MNTV) – In the 1980s, a group of teenagers in Shepherd’s Bush, west London, broke barriers with their unique blend of breakdancing, beatboxing, and rap. Known as Cash Crew, they combined themes of class, racism, […]...
Major international event to showcase contemporary textile art in Türkiye’s historic Mediterranean sites ALANYA, Türkiye (MNTV) – The second edition of the Turkish Textile Biennial is set to take place, bringing together art, history, and sustainability in a unique cultural experience. The highly anticipated event is set to take place from Feb...
New museum, archives, and library dedicated to documenting the nation’s struggle against foreign occupations KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — The Islamic Emirate has unveiled a new museum, archives, and library to document Afghanistan’s enduring history of resistance against foreign powers. Managed by the Ministry of Information and Cu...
Afghanistan’s Calligraphers continue to preserve dying art amidst war and struggles KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — For centuries, calligraphers in Herat have etched the words of history onto stone, preserving Afghanistan’s cultural identity. However, decades of war have severely damaged or destroyed many of these delicate inscriptions. Among thos...
Efforts are underway to safeguard valuable historical documents and highlight the cultural contributions of Kerala’s Muslim community KERALA, India (MNTV) — A passionate group of history enthusiasts in Kerala has come together to preserve, archive, and study a wealth of historical records, newspapers, magazines, and documents written in Arabic...
Long seen as ‘oil-rich’ Kingdom, Saudi Arabia is now moving towards arts, sports, and entertainment RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (MNTV) – In a key move to expand its influence in the global film sector, the Saudi Film Commission is participating in the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, running from February 13 to 23. A delegation from [&hellip...
