Hailing the festive spirit of Dasara in Mysuru, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the celebrations spread over the next 11 days will offer a glimpse of the country’s culture and heritage to people in India and abroad.
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Former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy was shot three times during a deadly Congo ambush that reportedly left at least 20 casualties/ Image: Instagram@timkennedymma Former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy has been shot three times in the leg during an ambush in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in an attack that reportedly left at least 20…
Sambalpur: Despite the advent of AI and other advanced technology, travelling is the best way to explore cultures and connect with people from diverse backgrounds, said Song Young Bak, a retired history professor at Kyung Hee University in South Korea.
On 18 September 2026, UNESCO hosted a second International Partners’ Meeting on Improving International Coordination and Response Effectiveness to Safeguard Culture in Emergencies. The event brought together representatives of 40 partner institutions and organizations working on culture in emergencies at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France.
The festival will run at the Arts Council of Pakistan from Oct 29 to Nov 22. 08 Oct, 2026
Across North Africa, Amazigh communities are rediscovering their language, culture and identity. But as a people with a long and complex history, including deep roots in North African Christianity, many are also asking what their identity means today. For Christians, this moment presents new opportunities to share the good news about Jesus.
The 2026 edition will focus on the role of water governance in preventing conflicts, strengthening regional cooperation and advancing a Culture of Peace in Africa. It is aligned with the African Union’s 2026 theme on sustainable water availability and safe sanitation systems.
Celebrating the US city of Chicago’s legacy as a “City of Welcome,” Cardinal Blase Cupich calls on Catholics to recognize Christ in migrants and translate their faith into advocacy, hospitality, and practical support.
At Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square, music and artistic performances along the Hoan Kiem pedestrian area attracted large crowds of residents and visitors. More than 1,000 people joined the parade, including international art troupes as well as Vietnamese artists, artisans, models and community members.
“I witness men hitting women all the time,” says Kgomotso Mathekga, 30. “Especially when they are both drunk.”
