Tag: Culture Preservation
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Dharamshala’s Tibetan Capital in Exile Shrinks as Culture Strives to Survive
Overview: A Capital in Exile Faces Change In the Indian hill town of Dharamshala, often described as the Tibetan capital in exile, long-standing cultural anchors are being tested by shifting demographics and changing political reminders. Once a bustling hub for Tibetan refugees and a focal point for global attention to the Tibetan cause, the community…
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The universe has opened up for us: meet the astro-ambassadors who welcome stargazers to the Himalayas
Introduction: a village transformed by the night sky High above the plains of Ladakh, the village of Hanle sits under what locals call a sky so dark it earns the status of a dark sky reserve. Since 2022 this remote corner of India has become a beacon for stargazing, thanks to a pioneering program that…
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The Decline of Modern Standard Arabic in Drama
Introduction The landscape of Arabic drama has been evolving dramatically over the years, and with it, the language used in these productions. Recently, Syrian actor Saloum Haddad highlighted a growing concern regarding the decline of Modern Standard Arabic in contemporary dramatic works. This article delves into the implications of this shift and the reactions within…