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On September 18, 2024, Omar Harfouch brought his visionary "Concerto for Peace" to the prestigious Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris.A unique fusion of classical and oriental music, the concert captivated a capacity audience of over 1,900 people. But this was no ordinary musical event—it was a powerful call for global unity and peace.Harfouch, an acclaimed composer, pianist, and peace advocate, has long believed in the transformative power of music. His goal with the "Concerto for Peace" was to create an experience that transcended borders, cultures, and religions, delivering a message of harmony during divisive times.The evening began with a warm welcome from Harfouch himself. As attendees arrived, they were greeted by an array of diplomats, artists, and...
October 16, 2024
Omar Harfouch’s concerto for peace: Uniting music and humanity in Paris
RIYADH — MBC Group has announced the return of Arabs Got Talent for its highly anticipated seventh season, premiering on October 16. For the first time, the show will be broadcast from MBC’s new studios in Al Narjis, Riyadh.Season 7 of AGT brings back Lebanese superstar Najwa Karam and Saudi acting legend Nasser Al Qasabi to the judging panel, with Egyptian comedian and TV presenter Bassem Youssef joining as a judge for the first time.The show will be presented by the popular host Raya Abirached, with episodes airing on MBC1, MBC Masr, MBC5, MBC IRAQ, and the Shahid streaming platform.Reflecting on the show's return, Nasser Al Qasabi expressed his excitement, calling AGT one of the most significant programs in entertainment history. He praised the addition of Bassem Youssef to the...
October 15, 2024
Arabs Got Talent's Season 7 premieres on October 16, airing from Riyadh for the first time
October 11, 2024
Elon Musk unveils Cybercab at Tesla robotaxi event
October 07, 2024
Madonna pays heartfelt tribute to brother Christopher
October 04, 2024
Grammy-winning singer Garth Brooks accused of sexual assault in lawsuit
HONG KONG — Suga from K-pop boy band BTS has been fined 15 million won ($11,500; £8,600) for driving an electric scooter while intoxicated, according to media reports.The singer, whose real name is Min Yoon-gi, was indicted in August after police found him trying to get up after falling off the scooter near his Seoul home and discovered he was drunk.His blood alcohol level was 0.227%, far exceeding the 0.08% threshold, say local media reports quoting police.A district court in Seoul imposed the fine last Friday.The rapper, who also had his license revoked, apologized in August, saying he had driven home in Seoul "thinking it was a close distance" and "[forgot] that you can't use an electric scooter under the influence"."Although no one was harmed and no...
September 30, 2024
BTS star Suga fined $11,500 for drink-driving
LOS ANGELES — Kris Kristofferson, the award-winning country singer and actor who worked with Johnny Cash and Martin Scorsese, has died aged 88.A representative said he passed away "peacefully" at his home in Hawaii on Saturday, surrounded by family.The statement described Kristofferson as "a peacenik, a revolutionary, an actor, a superstar, a sex symbol, and a family man."The multi-award winner was known for his songwriting, notably credited for Me and Bobby McGee, and Help Me Make It Through the Night, among others. He also acted in the hit movie A Star Is Born.A message from his family said they were all "so blessed" for the time they had with him."Thank you for loving him all these many years, and when you see a rainbow, know he’s smiling down at...
September 30, 2024
US country music star Kris Kristofferson dies, aged 88
September 27, 2024
Harry Potter actress Dame Maggie Smith dies at 89
LONDON — Children's eyesight is steadily getting worse with one in three now short-sighted or unable to see things in the distance clearly, a global analysis suggests.The researchers say Covid lockdowns had a negative impact on eyesight as children spent more time on screens and less time outdoors.Short-sightedness, or myopia, is a growing global health concern that is set to affect millions more children by 2050, the study warns.The highest rates are in Asia - 85% of children in Japan and 73% in South Korea are short-sighted with more than 40% affected in China and Russia.Paraguay and Uganda, at about 1%, had some of the lowest levels of myopia, with the UK, Ireland and the US all about 15%.The study, published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology, looked at research involving...
September 25, 2024
One in three children are short-sighted, study suggests
September 18, 2024
Supermoon and lunar eclipse delight stargazers
