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Originally developed for aristocracy, the fabric has evolved over centuries to become widely available. But not all lace is equal.

“Fjord,” directed by Cristian Mungiu. A Romanian family living in Norway becomes the center of small-town scrutiny. A leading ...

India’s dependence on imported fertilisers has always made Jordan a vital and reliable supply source. The visit of late King Hussein in 1986, including him gifting luxury vehicles to Prime Minister ...

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Ethiopian police have arrested nine TikTok content creators this week for allegedly violating norms in the culturally conservative country. Six of these individuals were accused of wearing "indecent ...

Addis Ababa — Gifaataa, the New Year festival of the Wolaita people, has been officially inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The recognition was ...

December has always remained an anticipated month every year. For many businesses, it is the time of the year to wind down all its financial dealings and take stock of the profit or losses of the year ...

There’s a new surprise in the quiet lanes of central Delhi this week: the newly opened Ethiopian Cultural Centre, a space that feels like getting a passport to East Africa without leaving the capital.

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