Talents
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1,111 Kilometres, Zero Sleep: The Ultra-Triathlon Of Victor Doronin
He is not a pro athlete — but his endurance feat is extraordinary
by Dara Morgan
14 Feb 2025
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Whoisbibz: ‘My Debut Track Was Called Jinchūriki Because I Am a Naruto Fan’
The story of Habib Chaoul, a music producer, "bored and raised in Beirut with an obvious identity crisis"
by Alexandra Mansilla
12 Feb 2025
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Reviving a Damaged Church In Beirut. Interview With Marine Bustros, Interior Designer
How was it possible to make 19th-century church feel completely new while still respecting its heritage?
by Alexandra Mansilla
12 Feb 2025
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Lava Ilieva: 'Anyone Сan Create With Money. True Skill Is Turning ‘Garbage’ Into Value'
The thrilling story of a girl you know as one of the driving forces behind THE KARAK and FLAVA LAB
by Alexandra Mansilla
10 Feb 2025
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Devastation Or Hope? Fatspatrol’s Black-and-White Figures Leave It Open
The artist unveils the story behind the sad (or not?) figures from House 196 at Sikka — now heading to Crowd Test
by Alexandra Mansilla
9 Feb 2025
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Racing Legends And Records. Meet Billy Karam, Rally Champion & Model Car Collector
Check out his collection — over 40,000 model cars, track dioramas, prizes, medals, and trophies from 1960 to 2019
by Christelle Eldaher
7 Feb 2025
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Understanding Adversity Through Art. Interview with Hana El-Sagini
The story of an artist who turned an exhibition space into a hospital, immersing everyone in her experience
by Alexandra Mansilla
6 Feb 2025
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The DJ Playing Over 10 Instruments: Long Arm Is Coming To Dubai
Diving into the story of the renowned musician and DJ — a person with a truly unique sound
by Barbara Yakimchuk
4 Feb 2025
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'I Have Always Been a Dreamer': Meet Mujahid, the Mastermind Behind Sard Visuals
Read about Muji's journey — how it unfolded, who shaped it, and the barriers he faced
by Alexandra Mansilla
2 Feb 2025
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Exploring Artists' Vulnerability At Sikka. Interview With Ahmad Makary
What is happening in House 196, and why is it dedicated to vulnerability?
by Alexandra Mansilla
28 Jan 2025
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Raha Moharrak: “Not Everyone Will Climb Everest, But Everyone Has an Everest To Climb”
The first Saudi woman to conquer Everest shares her inspiring story about following your dreams
by Barbara Yakimchuk
27 Jan 2025
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Having a Panic Attack While DJing. KLO Opens Up
Yes, DJs get panic attacks, too. Their hands might go numb, and they just can’t play
by Alexandra Mansilla
26 Jan 2025
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Anti-party In Dubai’s Most Hidden Places. Meet Moist Paper Party
Discover the collective that hunts down places you would never believe exist in Dubai — and turns them into party spots
by Alexandra Mansilla
23 Jan 2025
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Palestinian Cities In Vibrant Colours: Meet the Artist Rawan Anani
For Rawan, the cities of her homeland are always bright, colourful, and full of beauty
by Alexandra Mansilla
22 Jan 2025
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Redefining Electronic Music at IMS Dubai: Cosmicat – Saudi Arabia’s Rising Star
A story about the journey from dentistry to global stardom, with insights in the MENA region's evolving electronic music scene
by Sophie She
20 Jan 2025
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A Story Of a Man Who Collected Over 12,000 Objects. Told By Ohida Khandakar
Ohida, an artist from Kolkata, created a film about the collection and shared it with the world
by Alexandra Mansilla
16 Jan 2025
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Let Us Play Music In Unexpected Places! Interview With Chloe Barakat, aka KLO
From violin classes to DJing around the world and creating sudden gigs
by Alexandra Mansilla
13 Jan 2025
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Meet Kenji Takimi: The Mastermind Behind Japan’s Underground Disco
Kenji is playing in Dubai this week — mark your calendar to discover Japan’s vinyl legend and a true rebellion
by Dara Morgan
13 Jan 2025
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Omar Gamal: ‘Arabic Producers Are Bridging East And West In the Music Scene’
The founder of Hence, Management on the role of local artists on the global stage today
by Alexandra Mansilla
9 Jan 2025
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Nayla Al Khaja, the Film Director: ‘All My Movies Are About Mental Health’
And what does it mean to be the UAE’s first female director?
by Alexandra Mansilla
8 Jan 2025