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Kuwait Times
4 days ago
- General
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait, China hail cultural ties with calligraphy event
KUWAIT: Calligraphers and attendees are seen with artworks at the event. KUWAIT: The Chinese Cultural Center in Kuwait, in collaboration with the Old Kuwaiti Crafts Society, hosted a vibrant cultural event titled 'An Evening of Arabic and Chinese Calligraphy', celebrating the artistic and historical ties between the two nations. The event brought together prominent calligraphers and artists from Kuwait and China, who presented a blend of Arabic and Chinese calligraphic styles alongside fine art and ceramic exhibitions. The gathering highlighted the depth of both cultures and the power of art as a unifying force. Charge d'Affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Kuwait Liu Chang praised the initiative in his opening remarks, calling it 'a bridge for human and artistic communication'. He emphasized the role of cultural exchange in strengthening bilateral relations. President of Old Kuwaiti Crafts Society Hussain Ali Albazaz underlined the importance of preserving heritage crafts through such creative platforms. Live workshops offered guests hands-on experience with Arabic scripts like Thuluth and Diwani, as well as Chinese scripts such as Kaishu and Xingshu. Attendees participated in collaborative artworks that fused both traditions, drawing strong public interest and appreciation. The evening concluded with the presentation of signed commemorative artworks to both organizing institutions, symbolizing continued cultural friendship. Organizers announced future plans for joint artistic events to deepen cooperation and mutual understanding. The event served not only as an artistic showcase but also as a reaffirmation of cultural dialogue as a cornerstone of Kuwait-China relations. KUWAIT: Calligraphers and attendees are seen with artworks at the event.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Rockford middle school student Jalyah Thompson laid to rest on Friday
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Family and friends gathered for the funeral of 11-year-old Jalyah Thompson on Friday. The funeral and visitation took place at City First Church. Jalyah was an 11-year-old student at Eisenhower Middle School. Her family said she took her own life on Friday, February 21st, after being a victim of bullying. On Monday, the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Northern Illinois (NAMI) will hold a panel discussion at the Nordloff Center, 118 N Main Street, titled 'An Evening of Hope, Healing, and Help.' The event will provide resources, therapists, and mental health professionals, aiming to begin the healing process throughout the community. 'If an audience member is triggered or is overwhelmed, and they want someone to talk to, all I ask is that you raise your hand when you're walking out, and one of our professionals will follow you so that you can have a confidential conversation in another part of the building,' said certified recovery support specialist Jeanette Towns. The discussion will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
