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13th AU Summit Seriously Debate Need for Strong Authority Amid High Optimism in Africa

8000 Artists to Participate in Pan-African Mega Festival in Algiers
More than 8,000 artists and writers from all over Africa, as well as Brazil and the United States, are descending on Algeria for a huge cultural festival that kicks off this weekend until July 20.

Great Music of Italian Cinema: Tripoli’s Successful Concert by Maestro Mauro Maur, Orchestra
Within the framework of the celebrations for the Italian National Day and in the occasion of the "Artistic Day" of the Great Socialist People's Libyan Arab Jamahiriyah, the Italian Embassy, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute, organized an important musical event "La grande musica del cinema italiano".

Madrid photography festival focuses on 'everyday life'
Spain's international photography festival "PHotoEspana" opened in Madrid Wednesday with 74 exhibitions at 64 sites throughout the city on the theme of "The Everyday."

Italian Popular Singer Appreciates Welcome Given Him in Libya
Having graced the Italian music scene for decades since his debut in 1966 Italian singer Albano Carrisi, has finally made it to Libya. The singer/entertainer affectionately known by his first name, Albano, on Monday was the guest of the Italian Consulate General at the Misrah El Keshaf theatre for the Spring Concert where he enthralled a capacity crowd with his melodious voice

Teaching African Languages in Libya Makes Big Headway
As at the political, economic and social levels, Libya remains rather focused on ‎integrating the African continent not only by being the initiator of the African Union ‎which is moving ahead to become one of the major blocks in the world but also in ‎terms of cultural aspects such as the promotion of African languages in Libya and the ‎rest of North Africa.‎

Turkish Businessman-Actor Admits His Admiration for Libya
“I have been to many cities but Tripoli is unique. It is safe and I can let my wife and children roam anywhere without any fear of their well being. Although there are a lot of developments taking place in Libya, but I want Libya to move on with its modernization as well as maintaining its culture of security." This is what Yavuz Hekim, a Turkish Businessman-actor, told The Tripoli Post in an exclusive when he was asked bout his impression of Tripoli which he visits for the first time.

African Women's Role in Media AU Hosts 4th Annual African International Media Summit (AIMS 2009) in Addis Ababa

Postal Services and Stamps of Libya
POSTAL stamps in Libya have been in use since the country formed part of the Ottoman Empire. At first Turkish stamps were used without any overprint showing their origin or locality. Then, letters with stamps that had been mailed out of the region could only be identified by their return address.

Libya's Postal (ZIP) Codes Project is on Schedule
The Information Technology Centre (www.itc.ly), part of the General Telecommunications Authority, has announced that the implementation of the postal or ZIP codes project is progressing on schedule.


Suhaa Bushara Secondary School: A Perfect Example to Follow
Named after a Lebanese heroine, Suhaa Bushara School in Tripoli is one of Libya’s specialised female secondary school whose example should be followed by others.

Nina Ricci Opens First Middle East Boutique in DIFC's Gate Village
Nina Ricci, one of the world's leading luxury fashion brands, has opened its long-awaited boutique at the Dubai International Financial Centre's (DIFC), Gate Village, in partnership with Villa Moda.

Eastwood, honoured by Cannes, looks ahead at 78
Call it lucky if you want, punk: Clint Eastwood has taken home a special career award from the Cannes film fest, and he told AFP in an interview he likes it when his movies say something about America.

Muslim Teacher Suspended in Vienna
A Muslim religion teacher in Vienna has been suspended for allegedly giving his students anti-Semitic pamphlets.

Muslim Leaders Ask Libya to Establish Islamic University in Mindanao
In an open letter addressed to the Libyan leader, the religious and organization leaders pointed out the importance of having an institution that would produce future "qualified leaders" for the Muslim Ummah (community) in this country.

Libyans and the Culture of Baryush - by Aboubakar Famau
Libyans call it baryush, local slang for ‘croissant’. For most Libyans, the day won’t be a complete without a bite of baryush bread that will keep the mouth busy.

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Turkish Businessman-Actor Admits His Admiration for Libya
“I have been to many cities but Tripoli is unique. It is safe and I can let my wife and children roam anywhere without any fear of their well being. Although there are a lot of developments taking place in Libya, but I want Libya to move on with its modernization as well as maintaining its culture of security." This is what Yavuz Hekim, a Turkish Businessman-actor, told The Tripoli Post in an exclusive when he was asked bout his impression of Tripoli which he visits for the first time.

Libyans and the Culture of Baryush - by Aboubakar Famau
Libyans call it baryush, local slang for ‘croissant’. For most Libyans, the day won’t be a complete without a bite of baryush bread that will keep the mouth busy.

 

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