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Qatar Tribune
4 days ago
- General
- Qatar Tribune
Katara opens 'Windows Into Gaza' exhibition to shed light on lives of Palestinians in Gaza Strip
DOHA: The Cultural Village Foundation - Katara has opened the 'Windows Into Gaza' exhibition to highlight the humane aspects of life in the Gaza Strip through art and very short stories, offering a profound human narrative and an awareness-raising message. The exhibition, which was inaugurated by Director-General of Katara Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, features 31 photographs representing a selection of scenes from the daily lives of the people of Gaza, embodying a visual and literary dialogue between text and image. The exhibition's opening coincides with the publication of 'The Sufferings of Gaza... Very Short Stories' by Qatari author Dr Ahmed Abdul Malik, who drew inspiration from his book, that inspired the texts on display, as part of a creative project. In this context, Dr Ahmed Abdul Malik said that the exhibition represents a cultural contribution aimed at raising awareness and documenting human memory through art. He relied on the very short story for his book, as it is a literary tool capable of conveying meaning in the fewest possible words, yet retaining its full emotional and symbolic impact. This is also exemplified in the images on display, which stand side by side with the text to construct a comprehensive picture of reality. He noted Katara's hosting of the exhibition as part of its pioneering role in empowering culture to be a voice for humanity and a means of rapprochement between peoples. The 'Windows Into Gaza' exhibition, which runs until June 10, is a space for contemplation and a mirror that reflects the latent power of culture when it becomes a tool for documenting and conveying the collective conscience. It also represents a call to engage with the Palestinian cause from a cultural and human perspective.
Qatar Tribune
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
Katara opens 3rd 'No Limits to My Abilities' exhibition
DOHA: The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara), in collaboration with Al-Hidaya Special Needs School for Boys and Girls, has opened the third edition of the 'No Limits to My Abilities' exhibition in Katara Building 15 with the participation of 63 students presenting about 140 diverse artworks and 63 handmade craft pieces. The opening was attended by Katara's General Manager Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti. The two-day exhibition serves as both an artistic and humanitarian initiative to support creativity and foster the inclusion of students with disabilities into society while celebrating their remarkable talents and artistic achievements. The students' works, distinguished by their profound emotional expressions, span a range of mediums including acrylic painting, watercolor, recycled materials, and pieces inspired by authentic Qatari heritage. Katara expressed its strong commitment to supporting initiatives that promote inclusion and diversity, reflecting the rich artistic potential and hidden talents within this vital group of the community. The 3rd 'No Limits to My Abilities' exhibition underscores Katara's dedication to hosting events that invite participation from all parts of society in the cultural scene. This edition continues the success of previous iterations, transforming art into a vibrant bridge of communication between students and the public.
Qatar Tribune
02-05-2025
- General
- Qatar Tribune
Winners crowned as Katara's Senyar Festival 2025 concludes
DOHA: The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) crowned the top five winning teams in the 'Balmasan'championship, along with the top three teams in the 'Biggest Fish'competition. The ceremony was held on Friday evening on Katara's southern beach, marking the conclusion of the Senyar Festival 2025. Al Wakra team, led by Captain Yousef Ibrahim Al Obaidli, won first place and received a cash prize of QR1 million, while second prize (QR600,000) went to the Al Meydan team, led by Captain Issa Abdullah Saleh, and the third prize (QR500,000) went to the Balmasan team, led by Captain Jassim Ahmed Al Mohammadi. The fourth and fifth prizes went to Batah team, led by Captain Abdullah Salih Al Sulaiti (QR200,000) and Al Zubarah, led by Captain Nasser Khalifa Malham, (QR100,0000). In the 'Biggest Fish'competition, the Silver Fish team, led by Captain Juma Ibrahim Al Shuraim, won first prize of QR30,000 with a kingfish weighing 16.10kg. The second prize of QR20,000 went to the Shalaa team, led by Captain Khalifa Bu Hassoum Al Badr, with a Kingfish weighing 16kg, while third prize of QR10,000 went to the Balmasan team, led by Captain Jassim Ahmed Jassim Al Mohammadi, with a fish weighing 13.10kg. Addressing the award ceremony, General Manager of Katara, Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti expressed his happiness with the achievements of the participating teams, noting the conclusion of the Balmasan Championship, which was a wonderful model of competition and reflected the authenticity of our rich maritime heritage. He noted that the Senyar Festival has become an annual event that instills the values of our forefathers and revives the spirit of challenge and maritime heritage in the hearts of generations. He affirmed Katara's ongoing commitment to supporting everything that enhances national identity and preserves our cultural heritage, and extended his thanks to all sponsors and supporters, as well as everyone who contributed to the success of this distinguished event.
Observer
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Observer
'Dilshad' to be translated in English
Muscat: An Omani author who is very much in the news at the 29th Muscat International Book Fair is Bushra Khalfan. Her novels have always been well received because of the quality of writing and the in-depth historical details of the Omani society. Bushra is an Omani short story writer and novelist. She has been in the field of writing for 25 years. Bushra's award-winning 'Dilshad' traces the story of one family through 20th-century Oman. The narration throws light on the untold stories of marginalised women. Her book titled 'Dilshad: The Biography of Hunger and Satiety' (2021) won her the Arabic Novel Award during the eighth edition of the award of the Cultural Village Foundation in Qatar, titled Katara Prize, in 2022. The plot revolves around the young native of Muscat, Dilshad. The story is based during the first half of the 20th century. The 2024 volume is called 'Dilshad: Chronicle of Blood and Gold.' It builds on the success of the first book. Qantara de writes, "Across the nearly 1000 pages in Arabic, the novel introduces over a hundred characters, each with unique linguistic, historical, educational and social backgrounds. These characters are vividly portrayed through the interconnected stories of Dilshad, his daughter Mariyam and his granddaughter Fareeda. It is a story of struggles people face in lives for livelihood and to find a footing in the society, as is seen in Mariyam's life as she goes on to have her own business in Muttrah Souq. 'Dilshad' to be translated in English Earlier, Asghar Ali Karni, Iranian writer and translator, had said that Buhra Khalfan's book, Dilshad has been translated into Persian. At the Muscat International Book Fair 2025, Alice Guthrie, a British translator, editor, curator and event producer specialising in contemporary Arabic literature and media, was a guest speaker. She is in the process of translating Bushra Khalfan's novel into English for the publication of the book in the United States. The publication in English is scheduled for 2027. Speaking to Observer, she said, 'I am having a wonderful time translating it. All the historical details are fantastic: the characters, the linguistic diversity and all the wonderful secrets of Oman." Guthrie had read the book when it won the Katara prize in 2022. The book was also shortlisted in the same year for the International Prize in Arabic Fiction. "I thought it was all interesting; I was coming to Oman anyway and so I got in touch with her; and she was friendly and welcoming. Eventually, we were lucky to have the funding from the Ministry of Information. And now we are in the process of translation," said Guthrie. Alice Guthrie's translation of Gazan writer Atef Abu Saif's story, The Lottery, won the Jules Chametsky translation prize from the Massachusetts Review in 2019.
