Arts & Culture

Aleppo's Christian community embraces hope and tradition this Christmas as reassurances from the city's new leadership fuel optimism for peaceful coexistence and renewed unity after years of war.

Known as the “Fingerprint of the Ottomans” for its well-preserved architecture and urban life, Safranbolu marks decades of preservation and cultural tourism that has welcomed millions of visitors.

"For marshaling a comeback of historic proportions, for driving a once-in-a-generation political realignment, for reshaping the US presidency and altering America's role in the world, Donald Trump is Time's 2024 — Person of the Year," says magazine.

Tourism is booming in Rovaniemi which has hotel and restaurant owners excited as it brings lots of money to the town, however, not everyone is happy about the 'onslaught' of visitors.

Many world leaders, dignitaries and worshippers gather to mark the occasion.

Crime-solving techniques applied to a medieval manuscript have helped solve the centuries-old mystery of Byzantine artist Panselinos, revealing his true identity as Ioannis Astrapas, a master who brought humanity to Orthodox religious art.

UNESCO has recognised Aleppo's ancient soap-making tradition as part of the intangible cultural heritage list, honoring the craft that has survived for over 3,000 years, despite ongoing conflict in the city.

Critics say bias and funding issues are driving the selective upkeep of monuments, to the detriment of Indian history.

Thai PM and her cabinet welcomes a Buddha relic from China amid monks' chants in presence of Beijing’s ambassador and other Chinese officials.

‘Brain rot’, Oxford's Word of the Year, reflects the changing digital culture and the influence of online habits on mental health and language.

"Israel targeting these sites reflects systematic strategy to obliterate Palestinian identity," says Ismail Thawabteh.

From AI-powered chapels in Poland to the ‘AI Christ’ in Switzerland, AI is stepping into sacred spaces. But can technology preserve the spiritual essence of religion, or is it undermining the authenticity of faith?

The music maestro said that an eye infection had left him unable to see out of his right eye and that his left was "not the greatest", putting his ability to record any new music in future at risk.

The event aims to position Saudi Arabia as a global cultural hub while creating economic opportunities for artisans.

Paleontologists uncover a remarkably preserved juvenile gharial fossil in Peru's Ocucaje desert, offering fresh insights into the species' evolution and diet.

Opening ceremony to include speeches by French President Macron, Paris archbishop, traditional door-knocking ritual, light show.

Amid the ongoing Israeli war and severe shortages of everyday items in Gaza, potters are working tirelessly to produce basic household items for displaced families.

Last year’s Christmas celebrations similarly restricted to religious rites due to Israeli assault on Gaza.

From a replica of 1900s Seoul to BTS filming spots, South Korea’s K-drama and K-pop landmarks are drawing global tourists.

The final hammer price announced by Sotheby’s was $5.2M, which didn't include the about $1M in auction house fees, paid by the buyer.

Podcasts and streams have become an unstoppable force, giving politicians direct access to vast audiences, young voters, and a cultural influence that mainstream media finds hard to rival, experts tell TRT World.

The diverging arcs of Tyson and Nadal underscore a larger truth: There’s no universal blueprint for a legend’s final act. Nadal’s parting shot was a testament to endurance. Tyson’s latest venture speaks to a pursuit of relevance.

Experts say using a pen is important for the mental development of children.

The Western is premiering at the International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage in the city of Torun, Poland three years after Halyna Hutchins was shot accidentally on set.

Huawei showcases how castles like La Vigne are transformed with smart tech, enabling immersive tours & seamless connectivity—all without harming their historic charm.

The cultural properties affected "now benefit from the highest level of immunity against attack and use for military purposes", a UN official says.

'Red One', Amazon's big-budget Christmas action comedy starring Dwayne Johnson, falls short of a theatrical hit but may thrive on Prime Video.

The skeleton of the giant herbivore is made up of 75 to 80 percent of the original bones and is roughly 150 million years old.

Every year Oxford selects a word of the year, last year it was rizz.

Rashid Masharawi's film follows Sami, a 12-year -old boy, and his uncle and cousin on a quest to find his beloved pet pigeon, which has flown away from their home in a refugee camp in the occupied West Bank.

The blend of cultural specificity and universal appeal of Turkish dramas or ‘dizi’ has reshaped how Türkiye is perceived worldwide.

During the Ottoman empire, bathing culture had its golden age, with the ritual symbolising both bodily cleanliness and purity of soul.

Galleries across Beirut have shut down in recent months, with owners saying there is no demand to buy art at this time.

According to the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Corporation, the fantasy novel's subplots contribute to the 'trivialisation, and stereotyping of First Nations peoples and experiences'.

As the ceremony's 30th edition kicks off in Manchester, ten of the eleven artists with the most nominations are women, with megastar Taylor Swift leading the way.

In Budapest, Türkiye's First Lady Emine Erdogan honoured Ottoman sufi poet Gul Baba at his restored tomb, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Türkiye-Hungary Friendship Treaty and launching Gul Baba and the Spiritual Heritage of Ottoman Hungary.

Türkiye’s iconic Haydarpasa and Sirkeci stations are undergoing a transformation into major cultural centers, targeting completion by 2026.

Quincy Jones, a music titan known for producing Michael Jackson's iconic “Thriller” leaves behind a vast legacy of writing award-winning film and television scores, and collaborating with legends like Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and many others.