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Lifestyle urban media — united by creativity, elevating community. We bring together diverse voices to showcase the richness of MENA's urban culture. We believe compelling storytelling can inspire, unite, and create positive change

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Alexandra Mansilla

Always searching for ideas, inspiration, and talented people. In love with cartoons, sun, and Ted Lasso

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Interview
Art

THE KARAK: A Portal Where Local Talents Can Be Heard. Interview with Faizal Razak

Are there enough platforms for local talents to have a voice, and why is the KURSI chair designed as a chair?

by Alexandra Mansilla

4 Sept 2024

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Music

Navigating the Challenges In Organising Music Events In Dubai: Secta’s Insights

What’s happening behind the scenes, the things people don’t see?

by Alexandra Mansilla

3 Sept 2024

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Interview
Travel

Exploring the Driest Place On Earth. An Interview with Yousef Al-Refaie

What does this place look like, and how do people live there?

by Alexandra Mansilla

3 Sept 2024

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People
Interview

YouTube Podcasts Showcasing Regional Talents

You won’t want to hit pause while listening to these interviews

by Alexandra Mansilla

2 Sept 2024

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Art
People

RexChouk: Who Is That Artist In the Mask?

Why does he hide, and what does he dedicate his works to?

by Alexandra Mansilla

2 Sept 2024

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Cinema
People

Zendaya: Things You Might Not Know About the Actress

What is her greatest fear, and does she like Harry Potter or not?

by Alexandra Mansilla

1 Sept 2024

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Travel
Art

Road Trip Through Saudi With Artist Salmah Al Mansoori: Stops And Views

What was seen while travelling through various sandy cities by car

by Alexandra Mansilla

31 Aug 2024

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Sharjah
Attractions

Mysterious Pods In the Middle Of Nowhere In Sharjah: What Are They?

One is dedicated to turtles, while another tells explorers how Earth looked 240 million years ago

by Alexandra Mansilla

30 Aug 2024

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Fashion
Lifestyle

How To Cuff Baggy Jeans And Look Cool

From someone who has been cuffing her jeans for as long as she can remember

by Alexandra Mansilla

29 Aug 2024

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People
Interview

To Be a Hijabi Model Despite Hate And Rejections. Interview With Mai Yackout

A story of a model from Alexandria that proves you should always stand firm in your beliefs

by Alexandra Mansilla

29 Aug 2024

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Architecture
Attractions

The Tallest Building On the Earth Set To Rise In Riyadh

It will be 2 km tall and located close to King Khalid International Airport

by Alexandra Mansilla

26 Aug 2024

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Sport
Interview

900 km On a Treadmill: Evren Ozka Aims For a New Record

How is he going to do it? Just remember: he hates running, especially on a treadmill

by Alexandra Mansilla

23 Aug 2024

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Interview
People

Nayla Kai Saroufim: ‘The Concept Of My Art Is Happy Art’

Dive into the journey of an artist who has created metal sculptures of kids holding balloons

by Alexandra Mansilla

22 Aug 2024

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Interview
People

Collective Exhaustion And Endless Ropes. Interview With Afra Al Dhaheri

The story of an artist who created a piece that perfectly reflects collective fatigue

by Alexandra Mansilla

19 Aug 2024

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Interview
People

Shawn Chidiac: ‘You Often Neglect Your Own Happiness While Making Others Happy’

How Shawn’s comedy began with his wish to make his mother laugh

by Alexandra Mansilla

17 Aug 2024

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Art
Lifestyle

Hey, Ceramics Lovers: Meet Local Brands To Know

From pieces inspired by wildlife to deliberately imperfect ones

by Alexandra Mansilla

16 Aug 2024

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Mental Health
Technologies

Introducing Nafsi: The Platform Matching You With the Right Therapist

How does it work, and who created it?

by Alexandra Mansilla

14 Aug 2024

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Mental Health
Lifestyle

Leaving Parents: What Is It Really Like?

What do really feel when you have to move away from your family

by Alexandra Mansilla

14 Aug 2024

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Fashion
Lifestyle

Has Everyone Really Gone Mad Over Gen Z Sock Rules?

And is it true that Gen Z wear crew socks while millennials prefer short ones?

by Alexandra Mansilla

13 Aug 2024

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Sport
People

Arab Athletes Who Won Medals At the Paris 2024 Olympics

And also, a legendary cat that deserves a medal too

by Alexandra Mansilla

12 Aug 2024

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