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Art
Dubai

Blank Space: Alserkal Avenue Calls For Creative Collectives

A new initiative offering UAE-based collectives space, support, and a reason to finally make it official

by Dara Morgan4 Apr 2026
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STR
Art

Canvas Of Crimes: The Dark Side Of The Great NFT Gold Rush

In Episode 7, we ask: is art crime different in the internet era?

by Dara Morgan3 Apr 2026
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Animals
Art

Animals In Focus: Middle Eastern Artists And Their Interpretations

Somewhere between instinct and storytelling, animals keep finding their way into the frame

by Barbara Yakimchuk2 Apr 2026
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Dubai
Abu Dhabi

A Spring Arts Update From the UAE

The key spring art events, with a few notable changes

by Dara Morgan31 Mar 2026
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Art
Abu Dhabi

Young Artists Wanted At Guggenheim Abu Dhabi

Apply to Contemporary Makers programme now

by Dara Morgan31 Mar 2026
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Dubai
Events

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, March 31–April 6

New pizza spot, early morning runs, a Get Busy relaunch, and more to keep the week moving

by Alexandra Mansilla30 Mar 2026
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Art
Living

The Role Of Culture And Art During Difficult Time

A practical look at how creativity supports us in challenging periods

by Sana Bun30 Mar 2026
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Art
STR

When Genius Crosses the Line: Artists Who Broke Bad

A look at the darker side of some of art’s most celebrated names

by Alexandra Mansilla27 Mar 2026
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Art
Dubai

Why Contemporary Arab Art Is Getting Global Attention

A closer look at the rise of Middle Eastern art scene

by Sana Bun26 Mar 2026
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Art
People

How Middle Eastern Artists Turn Time Into Form

Time as a lens — from personal moments to collective histories

by Barbara Yakimchuk24 Mar 2026
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Dubai
Events

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, March 24–30

From a reflective exhibition unfolding day by day to skate sessions at a new spot

by Alexandra Mansilla23 Mar 2026
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Art

When Inspiration Becomes Theft: Art’s Most Infamous Copycats

A new Canvas of Crimes episode on plagiarism, copycats, and where artistic influence crosses the line

by Dara Morgan23 Mar 2026
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Dubai
Events

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, March 17–23

A few gentle ideas for the week: some to go out for, and some to enjoy from the comfort of home

by Alexandra Mansilla16 Mar 2026
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Heritage
Events

Thanks, Mom: A Mother’s Day Tribute From the Creative Community

Ahead of Mother’s Day — and KLO’s upcoming pop-up — local creatives say thank you to the women who raised them

by Alexandra Mansilla15 Mar 2026
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Art

Canvas Of Crimes: When Masterpieces Are Fake

How some of the greatest art forgers in history managed to deceive the art world

by Alexandra Mansilla13 Mar 2026
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Books
Mental Health

3 Books To Support Yourself In Challenging Times

From managing overthinking to understanding trauma

by Sana Bun7 Mar 2026
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Art

Illegal Beauty: When Graffiti Becomes Art — Or a Crime

From Basquiat to Banksy — how graffiti went from subway walls to museums… and the occasional crime scene

by Dara Morgan6 Mar 2026
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Mental Health
Heritage

Healing Rituals Rooted In Tradition

Let the century experience guide you during difficult times

by Dara Morgan5 Mar 2026
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Ramadan
Heritage

A Practical Guide To Eid al-Fitr 2026: Prayer, Zakat And Celebrations

From meaning and traditions to what happens at the end of Ramadan

by Sana Bun3 Mar 2026
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Ramadan
Dubai

Why Do Cannons Fire During Ramadan?

The origins of the Iftar cannon — and the simple questions you might have about it

by Barbara Yakimchuk27 Feb 2026