Tag: Saudi Arabia
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Aziz Ansari Defends Riyadh Comedy Festival Appearance on Jimmy Kimmel, Amid Global Backlash
Aziz Ansari Defends Riyadh Appearance in Interview With Jimmy Kimmel Comedian Aziz Ansari faced tough scrutiny about his decision to headline the Riyadh Comedy Festival, a flagship event in Saudi Arabia’s capital. In a recent on‑air exchange on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, host Jimmy Kimmel pressed Ansari on why he would accept money to perform in…
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Amoral, Evil? The Backlash Over Riyadh’s Comedy Festival
The Riyadh Comedy Festival and a Moral Reckoning The Riyadh comedy festival, organized by Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, has become more than a lineup of punchlines. It has evolved into a global debate about art, money, and the costs of cultural diplomacy. With marquee names such as Pete Davidson, Louis CK, Dave Chappelle, Kevin…
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Amoral, Evil? The Backlash Against Comedians at the Riyadh Festival
Introduction: A Festival, a Frontier of Morality The Riyadh comedy festival, organized by Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, has become more than a lineup of punchlines. It has ignited a fierce cultural and political debate about art, money, and legitimacy in a country with a controversial rights record. As performers such as Pete Davidson, Louis…
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Backlash Over Riyadh Comedy Festival: The Moral Price of apaycheck for Saudi Culture Ambitions
Introduction: A Festival in the Eye of a Political Storm As Riyadh’s latest comedy festival closes, critics argue that what began as a bid to elevate Saudi Arabia’s cultural profile has become a frontal attack on the integrity of stand-up. The line between art and state sponsorship has been tested, with headlines and social media…
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Bill Burr Defends Riyadh Comedy Festival Amid Criticism
Bill Burr Defends Riyadh Appearance Comedian Bill Burr has publicly stood by his decision to perform at the Riyadh Comedy Festival, despite a wave of criticism from fellow performers, rights groups, and some fans. In a live podcast chat with Conan O’Brien, Burr said he felt “wonderful” about his appearance and dismissed the backlash as…
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Bill Burr Defends Riyadh Comedy Festival Critics as ‘Sanctimonious’ and ‘Phoney’
Bill Burr’s Defense of Riyadh Lineup Sparks Heated Debate Comedian Bill Burr has publicly defended his appearance at the controversial Riyadh comedy festival, brushing off critics who labeled the event a troubling distraction from human rights concerns in Saudi Arabia. In a candid exchange with Conan O’Brien on a live podcast, Burr called his detractors…
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Bridging the Knowledge-to-Practice Gap: Oral Microbiome Counseling in Saudi Arabian Dentistry
Understanding the Knowledge-to-Practice Gap in Oral Microbiome Counseling The oral microbiome—comprising bacteria, fungi, viruses, and archaea—significantly affects both oral and systemic health. A new mixed-methods study of 286 dental practitioners across Saudi Arabia reveals a persistent gap between knowledge and clinical practice when it comes to counseling patients about the microbiome. Despite moderate-to-high objective knowledge…
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Bridging the Knowledge-to-Practice Gap: Oral Microbiome Counseling Among Saudi Dentists
Understanding the Knowledge-to-Practice Gap in Oral Microbiome Counseling The oral microbiome—home to hundreds of bacterial species, fungi, viruses, and archaea—plays a pivotal role not only in dental health but also in systemic diseases. In Saudi Arabia, where non-communicable diseases are prevalent, translating microbiome science into everyday dental care is urgent. A mixed-methods study assessing knowledge,…
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Bridging the Knowledge-to-Practice Gap in Oral Microbiome Counseling: A Saudi Arabian Mixed-Methods Study
Overview The oral microbiome, a complex ecosystem of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and archaea, influences both oral and systemic health. In Saudi Arabia, where diabetes and cardiovascular disease are prevalent, translating microbiome science into dental practice is critical. A recent convergent mixed-methods study (n=286) evaluated knowledge, confidence, and counseling practices among dental practitioners, aiming to identify…
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Assassin’s Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory Free DLC Teased, Expands AlUla Adventure
Overview: A Free Major Update for Assassin’s Creed Mirage Ubisoft has teased a significant, free update for Assassin’s Creed Mirage, titled Valley of Memory. The expansion is set to bring a new chapter to the beloved stealth-action adventure, expanding its tale in the ancient city of AlUla, located in modern-day Saudi Arabia. A cinematic teaser…