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Cultural and social topics that shed light on values, heritage, and lifestyle.

Recent Study: Does Birth Month or 'Season' Affect Mood and Mental State?!
Lubna Nissani
Lubna Nissani

Recent Study: Does Birth Month or 'Season' Affect Mood and Mental State?!

A team of researchers from Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Canada analyzes the effect of birth season on the likelihood of experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety in adulthood.

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Minister of Tourism discusses with the Governor of Daraa ways to develop archaeological and touristic sites in the province
Mahmoud Khalaf
Mahmoud Khalaf

Minister of Tourism discusses with the Governor of Daraa ways to develop archaeological and touristic sites in the province

The Syrian Minister of Tourism, Engineer Mazen Al-Salehany, discussed today, Thursday, with the Governor of Daraa, Anwar Taha Al-Zu'bi, the status of the tourism sector in the province, and ways to develop its archaeological and touristic sites to support local development and provide new investment opportunities, within the government's efforts to enhance tourism resources in the southern provinces.

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Damascus Governorate: Transfer of Waste Dump from Bab Sharqi to Alternative Site
Mahmoud Khalaf
Mahmoud Khalaf

Damascus Governorate: Transfer of Waste Dump from Bab Sharqi to Alternative Site

Damascus Governorate has announced the start of transferring the waste dump located in the area of Bab Sharqi to a suitable alternative site, with the aim of improving the service situation in the city, preserving the sanctity of religious rituals, the authenticity of historical neighborhoods, and the health safety of citizens.

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Ministry of Administrative Development Launches Specialized Training Course in Data Analysis with Artificial Intelligence
Diana Barkat
Diana Barkat

Ministry of Administrative Development Launches Specialized Training Course in Data Analysis with Artificial Intelligence

The Ministry of Administrative Development organized a specialized training course titled "Data Analysis Using Artificial Intelligence", with the participation of employees from ministries and government institutions, at Al-Raid Center in Damascus over a period of three days.

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Syria Participates for the First Time in the International Nuclear Science Olympiad "INSO" Hosted by Malaysia
Mahmoud Khalaf
Mahmoud Khalaf

Syria Participates for the First Time in the International Nuclear Science Olympiad "INSO" Hosted by Malaysia

Syrian scientific Olympiad students are preparing for their first international participation in the Nuclear Science Olympiad "INSO" hosted by Malaysia, with the support of the International Atomic Energy Agency, during the period between July 30 and August 6.

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Syrian Ministry of Education Reveals Sophisticated Exam Cheating Network in Damascus
Diana Barkat
Diana Barkat

Syrian Ministry of Education Reveals Sophisticated Exam Cheating Network in Damascus

The Syrian Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Ministries of Interior, Communications, and Technology, has uncovered an organized cheating network at an examination center in Damascus, following intensive field and technological investigations.

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Discovery of 4000-Year-Old Handprint Reveals Fascinating Details About Ancient Egyptians' Lives
Diana Barkat
Diana Barkat

Discovery of 4000-Year-Old Handprint Reveals Fascinating Details About Ancient Egyptians' Lives

A team of archaeologists discovered a remarkably preserved human handprint on a clay model of an ancient Egyptian tomb dating back over 4000 years, during preparations for a new exhibition at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge.

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Minister of Higher Education Discusses the Situation of Private Education in Northern Syria with a Delegation from Başakşehir Private University
Mahmoud Khalaf
Mahmoud Khalaf

Minister of Higher Education Discusses the Situation of Private Education in Northern Syria with a Delegation from Başakşehir Private University

Today, Sunday, Syrian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Marwan Aleppo received a delegation from Başakşehir Private University, led by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees Ali Abu Zeid and the University President Omar Abdullah.

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Ziad Rahbani ... The Silent Departure of a Noisy Genius
Nagham Bilal
Nagham Bilal

Ziad Rahbani ... The Silent Departure of a Noisy Genius

Ziad Rahbani departed... and with him, a voice that exposed the silence of the nation vanished. His mocking lantern that illuminated our stages and hearts has dimmed, leaving behind music that never dies, and words that never rest. He was not just an artist... he was a conscience playing.

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Damascus University Announces Postponement of Exams at Its Branch in Al-Suwayda Governorate
Mahmoud Khalaf
Mahmoud Khalaf

Damascus University Announces Postponement of Exams at Its Branch in Al-Suwayda Governorate

Damascus University announced today, Saturday, the postponement of exams at its branch in Al-Suwayda Governorate for the second semester of the academic year 2025/2024 to a later date.

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Japan: New World Record Set for Women's Life Expectancy
Lubna Nissani
Lubna Nissani

Japan: New World Record Set for Women's Life Expectancy

The Japanese Ministry of Health published data indicating that the average life expectancy for women in the country in 2024 was 87.13 years, while this indicator for men was 81.09 years.

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Fairouz in a State of Collapse Following the Death of Her Son Ziad Rahbani
Lubna Nissani
Lubna Nissani

Fairouz in a State of Collapse Following the Death of Her Son Ziad Rahbani

Fairouz, the icon of Lebanese singing, entered a temporary state of collapse after receiving the news of the death of her son Ziad Rahbani, according to local Lebanese media.

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