Islamic art festival opens in SharjahSeptember 3rd, 2009 SHARJAH - The 12th Islamic Art Festival opened here at the Sharjah Art Museum in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), WAM news agency reported Thursday. The exhibition called Space of Mosaic was inaugurated by Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the ruler of Sharjah, largest emirate of the UAE.
India, Australia partner to upgrade museumsAugust 2nd, 2009 NEW DELHI - Are you usually disappointed when you walk into a museum in India? Now you may no longer be, thanks to a series of projects between India and Australia which will help Indian museums conserve their art and heritage and become more culturally involved. The AusHeritage Ltd., a network of more than 40 Australian heritage conservation institutions supported by the government of Australia, is lending its expertise to the Indian culture ministry.
Egyptian experts to conserve mummy in Hyderabad museumJuly 29th, 2009 HYDERABAD - Expert assistance from Egypt is finally on its way to conserve an Egyptian mummy dating back to 2500 BC at a museum here. The mummy, believed to be of Nasihu, daughter of the sixth Pharaoh of Egypt, is on display at the Andhra Pradesh State Archaeological Museum here since 1930 but is now decaying.
Egyptian experts to help conserve mummy in Hyderabad museumJuly 29th, 2009 HYDERABAD - Expert assistance from Egypt is finally on its way to conserve an Egyptian mummy dating back to 2,500 BC at a museum here. The mummy, believed to be of Nasihu, daughter of sixth Pharaoh of Egypt, is on display at the Andhra Pradesh State Archaeological Museum here since 1930 but is now decaying.
'Indian investments way out for Britain from recession'June 25th, 2009 LONDON - Indian investments need not cause fears of an Indian Raj over Britain, the House of Lords has been told by an Indian-born member, but instead would surely show Britain a way out of the current recession. In the 17th century, Britain entered into trade with India in the name of the British East India Company, Lord Navneet Dholakia of the Liberal Democrat Party told the British upper house of parliament.
No Indian Raj over BritainJune 25th, 2009 LONDON - An Indian-born member of the British House of Lords has told the historic chamber that growing Indian investments need not cause fears of an Indian Raj over Britain. Rather than causing a reversal of history, he told members, Indians could surely show Britain a way out of the current recession.
Street artist Banksy stages free summer show in his hometownJune 12th, 2009 Banksy stages free summer show in his hometownLONDON — Elusive graffiti artist Banksy, who made his name tagging walls and bridges, took his work indoors Friday as he unveiled his biggest-ever exhibition in his hometown's museum. Banksy installed over 100 pieces, including over 70 new works, at the City Museum and Art Gallery in Bristol after swearing museum staff to secrecy over the project.
'Best job in the world' winner says he will miss British summerJune 11th, 2009 LONDON - 'Best job in the world' winner Ben Southall, who's set to begin his tryst in Hamilton island, says he'll miss the British summer and its festivities. "Despite the weather, I love summer in Britain - the festivals and outdoor activities," the Sun quoted him as saying.
All revamped, International Dolls Museum set to open doors in ChandigarhJune 11th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - Once again, the inhabitants of Chandigarh, especially children can enjoy a glimpse of the art and culture of various countries -- and that too without stepping out of the city. All spruced up and renovated, the much-awaited International Dolls Museum here in Bal Bhawan building in Sector 23 opens its doors to the public Wednesday.
Guard shot at US Holocaust museum diesJune 11th, 2009 WASHINGTON - The guard who was shot at the US Holocaust Memorial Museum here Wednesday died from his wounds, museum officials said. The guard was identified as Officer Stephen Tyrone Johns, who worked for the museum for six years.
Indian art travels abroad this summer (Weekly Art Column, Rainbow Palette, With Images)May 29th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Indian art is going places this summer. Contemporary artist Manish Pushkale is heading to Europe and says "it's vacation time".
Liverpool museum returns skull to Australia amid ritual and danceMay 13th, 2009 UK museum returns human skull to AustraliaLONDON — Aboriginal elder Major Sumner, wearing a loincloth and chanting a dirge, danced Wednesday in front of the Edwardian facade of the World Museum Liverpool to mark the return of a skull taken from Australia more than a century ago. The skull, believed to be of mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry, is one of three human relics the Australian government has requested from the Liverpool museum.
Chelsea seek answer from AncelottiMay 12th, 2009 LONDON - Chelsea representatives have met AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti to take a decision on the post of manager of the Premier League club next season, British news reports said Tuesday. The Guardian reported that club officials travelled to Milan Monday for face-to-face talks after Ancelotti suggested he would prefer to remain at San Siro.
Museum of London puts rare, translucent Roman glass dish on displayApril 29th, 2009 Rare Roman glass dish goes on display in LondonLONDON — An extremely rare Roman dish made of translucent blue glass pieces was put on display Wednesday at the Museum of London in Docklands. The piece was found in the grave of a wealthy Roman Londoner during excavation work in the eastern parts of the British capital.
Paris haute couture season opens with optimismJanuary 26th, 2009 LONDON - Paris haute couture for spring-summer 2009 kicked off with major designer houses participating in it and experts are predicting good turnover despite the financial meltdown. 'The growth will be lower in 2009, but we are expecting growth.
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