rss

Memarian family makes royal carpets: formerly in Iran, now in the Netherlands

Memarian family makes royal carpets: formerly in Iran, now in the Netherlands

Sadegh Memarian, who fled Iran in 1995 to escape political repression, has established a renowned carpet restoration studio in Cruquius, Netherlands. Continuing a multi-generational family craft that once served the Iranian monarchy, his workshop now restores historic tapestries for the Dutch Royal Family and various municipalities.

Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Related articles

Many students attend Pink Breakfast in Haarlem, but: "Purple Friday is under pressure"

Many students attend Pink Breakfast in Haarlem, but: "Purple Friday is under pressure"

On Purple Friday, students wore purple to support the LGBTI+ community, with a well-attended Pink Breakfast held at the Haarlem city hall. However, recent data shows a notable decrease in the acceptance of homosexuality among young people, and school organizers report that the day is facing increased pressure and scheduling difficulties.

Marble torso of Roman emperor fetches record $34.3 million

Marble torso of Roman emperor fetches record $34.3 million

A first-century marble torso of a Roman emperor sold at a Sotheby's auction for a record 34.3 million dollars. The sculpture, which likely depicts one of the early emperors of the Julio-Claudian dynasty, far exceeded its initial estimate of 12 million dollars.

Focus on late ADHD diagnosis in women during lecture in Haarlem

Focus on late ADHD diagnosis in women during lecture in Haarlem

Psychologie Magazine and the Museum van de Geest will host a lecture on late ADHD diagnoses in women on November 26 in Haarlem. Psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Dora Wynchank will share her expertise on the subject during the evening event.

Years of illegal use of Schiphol: environmental groups and local residents take legal action over cabinet plans

Years of illegal use of Schiphol: environmental groups and local residents take legal action over cabinet plans

A coalition of environmental groups and residents has challenged new government regulations for Schiphol Airport at the Council of State. The plaintiffs claim the rules legitimize years of illegal operations and are seeking a mandatory reduction in flight numbers.

Thieves steal nearly 900,000 euros worth of Pokémon cards from delivery van in US

Thieves steal nearly 900,000 euros worth of Pokémon cards from delivery van in US

Thieves stole a massive collection of Pokémon and sports trading cards valued at nearly one million dollars from a delivery van in the United States. The company is compensating affected customers and has deactivated the digital certificates for the stolen items to prevent their resale.