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See - Sada Elbalad
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
ICESCO Hosts 4th International Congress on Natural Products, Sustainable Development
Mohamed Mandour The 4th International Congress on 'Natural Products and Sustainable Development' kicked off at the headquarters of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) in Rabat, Morocco. The Congress is organized by the Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW), an affiliate of ICESCO, in partnership with Mohammed V University in Rabat and the Averroès Foundation for the Promotion of Scientific Research and Innovation, under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may Allah assist him. This year's edition, which is being held under the theme 'Health, Nutrition, and Cosmetic Applications,' gathers participants from 47 universities across 27 countries, over the period spanning 29–31 May 2025. Its objectives include deepening scientific research in the field of natural products and promoting their applications in health, agriculture, nutrition, and cosmetics. It also serves as a platform for knowledge exchange and exploration of the latest scientific practices and technologies in this vital field. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
See - Sada Elbalad
6 days ago
- Entertainment
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Samarkand Launched as Capital of Culture in Islamic World 2025
Mohamed Mandour The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), in partnership with the Uzbek Ministry of Culture, launched on Tuesday, 27 May 2025, the celebration of Samarkand as the Capital of Culture in the Islamic World, during an international conference held under the theme: Spiritual Heritage and Cultural Expressions in the Islamic World: Calligraphy, Music, Poetry, and Solidarity. The event took place in Samarkand in the presence of several Ministers of Culture from the Islamic world, representatives of relevant international organizations and institutions, the ambassadors of Saudi Arabia, Morocco, and the UAE, and members of the diplomatic corps. The celebration began with a recitation of verses from the Holy Quran, followed by the screening of a documentary film produced by ICESCO to mark the occasion. In his address, Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director-General, stated that Samarkand's history and rich heritage rightfully earn it the title of City of Scholarly Civilization, as its legacy reflects a synthesis of theoretical and applied sciences. From this city emerged both Sahih al-Bukhari and the Ulugh Beg Astronomical Observatory, as well as the creative legacies of Al-Biruni, Al-Khwarizmi, and Ibn Sina. Dr. AlMalik praised the new headquarters of the Center of Islamic Civilization, currently under construction in the capital, Tashkent—an initiative led by His Excellency President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. He added that the Uzbek President's vision to preserve identity and heritage aligns with ICESCO's strategic orientations, resulting in numerous major initiatives and projects, including the celebration of Samarkand as Capital of Culture, the inscription of 19 cultural properties on ICESCO's heritage list, and the organization of international conferences highlighting prominent figures of Islamic civilization. Mr. Ozodbek Nazarbekov, Minister of Culture of Uzbekistan, expressed his appreciation for ICESCO's role in protecting human heritage and thanked the Director-General for including Samarkand in the Organization's Capitals of Culture Program. He also announced the establishment of an ICESCO Chair at the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan and the inauguration of the ICESCO Manuscripts Center in Samarkand. Mr. Nazarbekov highlighted the importance of the arts, poetry, literature, and music in preserving heritage and defending identity and values, especially in the face of globalization and its negative impacts, affirming that the culture of the Islamic world offers a trusted path to save humanity from these dangers. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
The Star
7 days ago
- Science
- The Star
Laureates of 2025 L'Oreal-UNESCO For Women in Science Awards selected
PARIS, May 26 (Xinhua) -- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) announced on Monday that Chinese scientist Wang Xiaoyun is among the five international laureates of the 2025 L'Oreal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards. UNESCO noted that Professor Wang Xiaoyun from Tsinghua University has been recognized for her significant contributions to cryptography and cryptographic mathematics, which are critical for secure data communication and storage. "Her breakthrough work showed essential flaws on hash functions, which are widely used in communication protocols and led to the invention of the new hash function standards," UNESCO said in a press release. "The visibility of her revolutionary work has encouraged many female students to pursue a research career in mathematics and network security," it added. Along with Professor Wang, Professor Priscilla Baker from South Africa, Professor Claudia Felser from Germany, Professor Maria Teresa Dova from Argentina, and Professor Barbara Finlayson-Pitts from the United States, have been chosen to receive the award for their contributions in their respective fields and inspiration brought for girls and women. According to UNESCO, for this year's edition, the Laureates were selected from a pool of 466 nominees through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by an independent jury. The award ceremony is scheduled for June 12 at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris.
The Star
21-05-2025
- General
- The Star
University in Brunei marks World Book Day
Students at the World Book Day event. - Photo: UNISSA BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: In support of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) declaration of April 23 as World Book Day, Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA) held a celebration marking the occasion. Deputy Rector of UNISSA Dr Arman Asmad, the guest of honour, launched the event held from May 14 to 15 at a ceremony at the Faculty of Agriculture in Kampong Sinaut, Tutong District. The annual event was jointly organised by the Library, Research and Publication Centre and the Knowledge and Language Advancement Centre, featuring activities to enliven this year's World Book Day celebration. The launching ceremony featured a book discussion on Managing Stress Factors with Islamic Spiritual Methods, presented by the book's author Dr Nur Annisa Sarbini, Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Islamic Economics and Finance, UNISSA. This year, Assistant Lecturer from the Faculty of Law Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, Rajali Aji, and Assistant Lecturer from the Halalan Thayyiban Research Centre, Nor Surilawana Sulaiman, were awarded as the Best Academician Patrons. The Best Student Patron awards were presented to Norhafizah Abdullah Hapidshah, a student from the Faculty of Law Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, and Siti Hadhirah Mohamed Azlan, a student from the Faculty of Agriculture. The event also saw the launch of the Mureeh Reading Corner. Derived from the Arabic word mureeh, meaning comfortable, calm and relaxing, the initiative aims to support mental health by providing a dedicated space in the library for students to unwind, reduce stress and boost productivity through light activities such as reading leisure materials and engaging in therapeutic games. - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
Al-Ahram Weekly
19-05-2025
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt considers underwater museum to showcase sunken cities off Alexandria coast - Tourism
Egypt is considering building an underwater museum in Abu Qir Bay to display its submerged ancient cities, part of a broader push to turn sunken antiquities into a cultural tourism draw. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly on Monday instructed officials to assess the project's feasibility and present, within a month, a plan for either underwater viewing sites or the recovery and exhibition of artefacts on land. During a cabinet meeting attended by the ministers of tourism and antiquities, defence officials, and heritage authorities, Madbouly called for fast-tracking the vision, highlighting the untapped tourism potential of Abu Qir Bay—home to the ancient cities of Heracleion and Canopus. According to a cabinet statement, the proposed museum could follow models in other countries with underwater access routes or focus on retrieving artefacts for conventional museum display. Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy said a full proposal would be submitted within weeks, identifying which sites might be opened to divers and which are suitable for excavation, in accordance with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) regulations. Mohamed Ismail, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, said Egypt was working with UNESCO and other partners to study legal and technical frameworks for such a museum noting ongoing missions continue to uncover submerged sites. Lost cities beneath the sea The ruins of Heracleion and Canopus lie roughly 7 kilometres off Egypt's Mediterranean coast. Once thriving ports before Alexandria's founding in 331 BCE, they played key roles in regional trade and taxation. Discovered only in recent decades, the cities yielded statues, temple fragments, and religious sanctuaries. Archaeologists believe they sank into the sea in the fourth century BCE following a catastrophic event, though the exact cause remains unknown. In September 2023, an Egyptian–French team led by the European Institute for Underwater Archaeology discovered a sanctuary for Aphrodite and a cache of artefacts from the Amun Gereb Temple in Thonis-Heracleion. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
