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As goats get pricier, Pakistan’s capital turns to falooda dessert to keep Eid Al-Adha spirit alive

3 weeks ago | arab.news | Dalal Awienat |Diana Farah |Muhammad Ibrahim |Fatimah Amjad

ISLAMABAD: With sacrificial goats commanding million-rupee price tags this Eid Al-Adha, many in Pakistan’s capital are seeking solace not in the livestock markets, but in a humbler tradition: a chilled bowl of falooda — a silky, rose-scented dessert layered with ice cream, nostalgia, and just enough sweetness to lift a heat- and inflation-weary soul.
‘The Pakistani Vibe’: Inside the imagined worlds of renowned art director Hashim Ali

3 weeks ago | arab.news | Diana Farah |Rebecca Proctor |Fatimah Amjad |Muhammad Ibrahim

As goats get pricier, Pakistan’s capital turns to falooda dessert to keep Eid Al-Adha spirit alive /node/2603738/lifestyle June 07, 2025 16:47 As goats get pricier, Pakistan’s capital turns to falooda dessert to keep Eid Al-Adha spirit alive Falooda is made with vermicelli in cold milk, softened basil seeds and generous scoops of vanilla or kulfi ice cream Final touch is a fragrant pour of rose syrup, turning concoction into a pink-hued celebration of summer and Eid ISLAMABAD: With...
Osaka City Council eyes collaboration as Saudi prepares for Expo 2030

Jan 29, 2025 | arabnews.com | Diana Farah

DUBAI: A recent trip to Riyadh by members of the Osaka City Council highlighted opportunities for cultural and economic collaboration between Japan and Saudi Arabia as both nations prepare for their respective World Expositions. With Expo 2025 in Osaka and Expo 2030 in Riyadh, discussions focused on knowledge-sharing, mutual growth and leveraging soft power to foster international ties.
JAXA President highlights Japan’s expanding role in space exploration at WEF

Jan 23, 2025 | arabnews.jp | Diana Farah

Speaking at the World Economic Forum panel ‘Thriving in Orbit,’ Hiroshi Yamakawa, President of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), outlined Japan’s ambitious goals for space exploration and sustainability. He emphasized the importance of advancing the country’s space industry through research, funding and international collaboration.
WEF: Trade pacts ‘very important’ for Japan says Suntory Holdings CEO

Jan 22, 2025 | arabnews.jp | Diana Farah

Suntory Holdings CEO Tak Niinami said Wednesday trade is “very important” for Japan and international players, emphasizing the need to maintain trade pacts.
Sony executive says AI will ‘change civilization for decades to come’

Jan 21, 2025 | arabnews.jp | Diana Farah

Sony Group’s Executive Deputy President Hiroaki Kitano told a World Economic Forum (WEF) session on Tuesday that artificial intelligence is crucial in helping today’s scientists.
Honeycomb Hi-Fi: Dubai’s first listening venue

Jan 21, 2025 | arabnews.jp | Diana Farah

DUBAI: Honeycomb Hi-Fi, a Japanese-inspired listening venue, is offering UAE residents with a blend of acoustics, a curated vinyl collection and an izakaya kitchen. The venue, which is the first of its kind in the Middle East, merges Japanese minimalism with high-fidelity sound and Asian cuisine.
Discover Aizu: Where history, nature and tradition meet

Dec 6, 2024 | arabnews.jp | Diana Farah

AIZU-WAKAMATSU, Fukushima: Tucked away in the scenic heart of Fukushima Prefecture, Aizu is a place where timeless tradition meets breathtaking landscapes. Aizu offers more than just a destination—it’s a journey into the soul of Japan, where ancient samurai warriors once roamed, and centuries-old customs still thrive.
Step into Samurai history: Experience the samurai spirit of Aizu with Master Tetsuro Shimaguchi

Nov 28, 2024 | arabnews.jp | Diana Farah

AIZU-WAKAMATSU, Fukushima: Imagine stepping back in time, where the echoes of samurai warriors still whisper through the streets of Aizu City. Nestled in the heart of Fukushima Prefecture, Aizu is a place where Japan’s storied past comes vividly to life. As the morning mist lifts from the ancient castle grounds, the air is filled with a sense of honor, discipline, and resilience—a living echo of the samurai spirit that once defined this land.
Art of Ikebana ties UAE, Japan cultures together at Dubai exhibition

Nov 25, 2024 | arabnews.jp | Diana Farah

DUBAI: An Ikebana exhibition in Dubai was held on Nov. 22 at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library as a Japanese tribute to the poetry of Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. All the flower arrangements on display at the event were inspired by the literary works of the Dubai ruler from the illustrated book ‘40 Poems from the Desert, Calmed and Brightened,’ which was published on the 40th anniversary of the founding of the United Arab Emirates.