Record-Breaking Attendance at National Museum of China Fueled by Popular Phoenix Magnets
The National Museum of China in Beijing recorded 6.3 million visitors by November 28th, 2024, a 10 percent increase from the previous year, driven largely by the popularity of phoenix coronet-shaped refrigerator magnets—over 530,000 sold since October—and a focus on attracting younger audiences.
Record-Breaking Attendance at National Museum of China Fueled by Popular Phoenix Magnets
The National Museum of China in Beijing recorded 6.3 million visitors by November 28th, 2024, a 10 percent increase from the previous year, driven largely by the popularity of phoenix coronet-shaped refrigerator magnets—over 530,000 sold since October—and a focus on attracting younger audiences.
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36% Bias Score
Juárez's New Orleans Exile: A Novel of Transformation
Yuri Herrera's "Season of the Swamp" recounts Benito Juárez's nearly eighteen months of exile in 1853 New Orleans, detailing his witnessing of the American slave trade and its profound influence on his evolution into a pivotal Mexican revolutionary leader, challenging traditional biographical narrat...
Juárez's New Orleans Exile: A Novel of Transformation
Yuri Herrera's "Season of the Swamp" recounts Benito Juárez's nearly eighteen months of exile in 1853 New Orleans, detailing his witnessing of the American slave trade and its profound influence on his evolution into a pivotal Mexican revolutionary leader, challenging traditional biographical narrat...
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48% Bias Score
Riyadh Restaurant Showcases Saudi Arabia's Culinary Diversity
Takya, a Riyadh restaurant founded in 2019, uses traditional Saudi recipes presented with a modern flair, reflecting the kingdom's culinary modernization and showcasing its diverse regional cuisines within the $63.2 billion Diriyah Gate development.
Riyadh Restaurant Showcases Saudi Arabia's Culinary Diversity
Takya, a Riyadh restaurant founded in 2019, uses traditional Saudi recipes presented with a modern flair, reflecting the kingdom's culinary modernization and showcasing its diverse regional cuisines within the $63.2 billion Diriyah Gate development.
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52% Bias Score
"Saint Lucia's Return to Syracuse and Rome's Jubilee: Contrasting Expressions of Faith"
"The author recounts a visit to Saint Lucia's tomb in Syracuse, Sicily, witnessing the excited preparations for the return of her relics after ten years, contrasting this localized devotion with Rome's preparations for the Jubilee."
"Saint Lucia's Return to Syracuse and Rome's Jubilee: Contrasting Expressions of Faith"
"The author recounts a visit to Saint Lucia's tomb in Syracuse, Sicily, witnessing the excited preparations for the return of her relics after ten years, contrasting this localized devotion with Rome's preparations for the Jubilee."
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48% Bias Score
Turtle-Shaped Sculpture Found in Manot Cave Sheds Light on Ancient Rituals
A 28kg, 11-inch turtle-shaped rock sculpture, carved over 35,000 years ago, was discovered in Israel's Manot Cave, suggesting ritualistic practices by early homo sapiens in a secluded chamber within the cave.
Turtle-Shaped Sculpture Found in Manot Cave Sheds Light on Ancient Rituals
A 28kg, 11-inch turtle-shaped rock sculpture, carved over 35,000 years ago, was discovered in Israel's Manot Cave, suggesting ritualistic practices by early homo sapiens in a secluded chamber within the cave.
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44% Bias Score
International Workshop Seeks to Remove African Sites from UNESCO's Danger List
A five-day international workshop in Rabat aims to remove African sites from UNESCO's List of World Heritage in Danger by assessing them and finding solutions; ICESCO and the African World Heritage Fund signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on heritage preservation.
International Workshop Seeks to Remove African Sites from UNESCO's Danger List
A five-day international workshop in Rabat aims to remove African sites from UNESCO's List of World Heritage in Danger by assessing them and finding solutions; ICESCO and the African World Heritage Fund signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on heritage preservation.
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0% Bias Score
Gadhimai Festival Sees Reduced, But Continued, Animal Sacrifice
The Gadhimai festival in Nepal saw a reduced number of animal sacrifices this year, with approximately 4,200 buffaloes and thousands of other animals killed, down from hundreds of thousands in previous years, despite ongoing efforts by activists and legal challenges.
Gadhimai Festival Sees Reduced, But Continued, Animal Sacrifice
The Gadhimai festival in Nepal saw a reduced number of animal sacrifices this year, with approximately 4,200 buffaloes and thousands of other animals killed, down from hundreds of thousands in previous years, despite ongoing efforts by activists and legal challenges.
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52% Bias Score
Abidjan Slam Poetry Event Highlights West Africa's Socio-Political Challenges
Burkinabé poet and DJ Otemptic performed a slam poem in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, addressing jihadism and women's resilience, attracting 200 attendees and highlighting the use of spoken word poetry to process social and political challenges in West Africa.
Abidjan Slam Poetry Event Highlights West Africa's Socio-Political Challenges
Burkinabé poet and DJ Otemptic performed a slam poem in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, addressing jihadism and women's resilience, attracting 200 attendees and highlighting the use of spoken word poetry to process social and political challenges in West Africa.
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20% Bias Score
"Brexit and the UK Art Market: A Decline Amidst Paris' Rise"
"Brexit-related logistical issues and economic downturn have negatively impacted the UK art market, leading to gallery closures, decreased sales, and financial struggles for artists, while Paris experiences growth."
"Brexit and the UK Art Market: A Decline Amidst Paris' Rise"
"Brexit-related logistical issues and economic downturn have negatively impacted the UK art market, leading to gallery closures, decreased sales, and financial struggles for artists, while Paris experiences growth."
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52% Bias Score
"Dubai Chocolate": German Christmas Market Trend Sparks Trademark Battle
"Dubai chocolate," a confection featuring pistachio paste and kadayif, created by Sara Hamuda, is highly sought-after in Germany, selling for up to €7.50 per 100g at Christmas markets, despite legal challenges due to the UAE's lack of trademark protection for the name and resulting widespread imitat...
"Dubai Chocolate": German Christmas Market Trend Sparks Trademark Battle
"Dubai chocolate," a confection featuring pistachio paste and kadayif, created by Sara Hamuda, is highly sought-after in Germany, selling for up to €7.50 per 100g at Christmas markets, despite legal challenges due to the UAE's lack of trademark protection for the name and resulting widespread imitat...
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44% Bias Score
EMST Launches "Octopus": Online Magazine on Contemporary Art
The National Museum of Contemporary Art, Athens, launched the online bi-lingual magazine "Octopus," focusing on contemporary art theory, whose first issue, released on December 1st, 2023, examines AIDS activism and attracted 2,000 views in 24 hours.
EMST Launches "Octopus": Online Magazine on Contemporary Art
The National Museum of Contemporary Art, Athens, launched the online bi-lingual magazine "Octopus," focusing on contemporary art theory, whose first issue, released on December 1st, 2023, examines AIDS activism and attracted 2,000 views in 24 hours.
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8% Bias Score
"Ted Chiang's Award-Winning Stories Explore Humanity's Response to Technological Change"
"Ted Chiang, recipient of the PEN/Malamud Award for excellence in short stories, discusses his writing process, focusing on human reactions to technological advancements and philosophical questions, and critically examines the current state of artificial intelligence."
"Ted Chiang's Award-Winning Stories Explore Humanity's Response to Technological Change"
"Ted Chiang, recipient of the PEN/Malamud Award for excellence in short stories, discusses his writing process, focusing on human reactions to technological advancements and philosophical questions, and critically examines the current state of artificial intelligence."
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4% Bias Score