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Dara Morgan

Fancies cinema, physical theatre, psychology and work-life balance

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Art

Weaving Stories: Kris Balerite’s Art Lands At Dubai Mall

“The Thread” shows tradition and contemporary design weaving into one striking artwork inside the IQOS Boutique

by Dara Morgan

27 Sept 2025

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STR
Fashion

Pump Fiction: Manolo Blahnik Hangisi — Carrie Bradshaw’s Forever Shoe

Blue satin. Crystal buckle. The proposal that rewrote television history

by Dara Morgan

23 Sept 2025

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Technologies
Lifestyle

Anti-smartphone Mode: Why Minimal Phones Are Becoming a Trend

No feed, no colour, and… buttons are the new trends on the smartphone market. Sorry, is it 2005 again?

by Dara Morgan

23 Sept 2025

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Dubai
Abu Dhabi

Art, History, Sparkle: 4 Cultural Events Not To Miss This September

From Hermès diamonds to Mamluk dynasties, September’s cultural calendar is looking anything but dull

by Dara Morgan

19 Sept 2025

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Fashion
Movies

Lanthimos, Scorsese, Ritchie: Why Big Directors Shot Fashion Campaigns

Prada film starring Scarlett Johansson isn't unique — discover more auteurs who turned ads into mini-masterpieces

by Dara Morgan

18 Sept 2025

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Saudi Arabia

Five To 100: Saudi National Day 2025

The Kingdom celebrates its 95th birthday on September 23

by Dara Morgan

17 Sept 2025

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STR
Fashion

Pump Fiction: Christian Louboutin — The Red Soles That Stole the Show

Born from nail polish. Worn by supermodels. Fought over in courtrooms

by Dara Morgan

16 Sept 2025

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Lifestyle

The UAE Internet Is Slowed Down. What To Do While You Are Offline?

A ship’s anchor met a few very important cables in the Red Sea, and now half the region is stuck in digital quicksand

by Dara Morgan

11 Sept 2025

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People
Lifestyle

Gossiping Is Actually Good For Your Mental Health. Or Not?

Is your habit to spill the tea a sign of bad manners or a useful social tool? Let's find out

by Dara Morgan

7 Sept 2025

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Art
Photography

Your Photograph Could Be Worth 30,000 QAR

Do you hold a photo that feels larger than life? Tasweer 2025 is waiting for it

by Dara Morgan

2 Sept 2025

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Dubai
Events

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, September 2–8

It is still hot, but the city is finally waking up

by Dara Morgan

1 Sept 2025

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Music
STR Read

Release Not To Miss: Kito Jempere Presents Infinite Azure

And we really insist that you listen to it now — because it is irresistibly cool

by Dara Morgan

29 Aug 2025

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Interview
Art

“Flowers in Bullet Holes” — Meet Photographer Ismat Mahmassani

We talked to the artist who decided the best way to preserve Beirut’s crumbling houses was to cover them in blooms

by Dara Morgan

28 Aug 2025

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Travel

Escaping the Heat: Your First Visit To Saint Petersburg

A place definitely cooler than Dubai? The Russian northern capital is the place to visit in September

by Dara Morgan

28 Aug 2025

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Food

From Dates To Dubai Chocolate: How the Middle East Made Desserts a Cultural Icon

In the Middle East, sweets are more than a treat. They are heritage served on a silver tray, history tucked into a date, and an edible performance of hospitality

by Dara Morgan

27 Aug 2025

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Dubai
Events

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, August 26–September 1

The last week of summer is here

by Dara Morgan

25 Aug 2025

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Events
Entertainment

How To Celebrate Emirati Women’s Day 2025 In Dubai

Not a usual Thursday: celebrate August 28 in style

by Dara Morgan

21 Aug 2025

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Shopping
Fashion

Hermès Just Dropped a DJ Table. Thanks To Atelier Horizons

Now we are definitely diving into the story behind the items that make wishlists feel like life goals

by Dara Morgan

20 Aug 2025

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STR
Music

STR Has an App Now! Why You Should Download It?

To listen the best mixes, playlists and podcasts. 24/7

by Dara Morgan

19 Aug 2025

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Travel
Mental Health

Is Sleep Tourism a Real Thing?

Remember days when you were sleeping in a cheap motel just to travel? They are so over now

by Dara Morgan

19 Aug 2025