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Iranian voice dubber Ashkbus dies
IRNA – Ali-Mohammad Ashkbus, a veteran figure in Iran’s dubbing industry, sadly passed away.
Ashkbus began his career in voice dubbing at the age of 18 in the year 1961. Over the years, he excelled not only in dubbing and voice acting but also contributed as an assistant to dubbing directors, showcasing his multifaceted talent.
Among his notable vocal performances, Ashkbus lent his voice to the series ‘Zero Degree Turn’ and the animated works ‘The Adventures of Hutch the Honeybee’ and ‘Ganbare, Kickers!’.
The passing of Ali-Mohammad Ashkbus left behind a legacy of exceptional voice work that will be remembered and cherished by colleagues and audiences alike.
Italy demands Louvre return looted antiquities
AFP – Italy demanded the restitution of seven antiquities which it believes were looted before being sold by dealers to the Louvre in Paris in the 1980s and 90s, the museum said on Friday.
The claim, first reported in Le Monde newspaper, was made in a letter handed over by Italian Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano in February during a visit to France, a spokesperson for the museum said.
All seven items, which include an amphora as well as ancient Greek vases ranging from the 4th-6th centuries BC, were sold by Italian traders convicted or suspected of trafficking in ancient artworks.