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Talents

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Interview
Music

Who Is Najm, And Why Does He Wear a Mask? The Artist Tells Us Himself

From the bottom to Times Square — the story of a Moroccan artist paving his way entirely on his own

by Alexandra Mansilla

26 Mar 2025

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Art
Interview

Pablo del Val: ‘Art Dubai Has Always Been About Discovery’

What themes are artists diving into for the art fair we are all eagerly waiting for?

by Alexandra Mansilla

24 Mar 2025

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Photography

Unseen Saudi Arabia With Ibrahim Sarhan: Bedouins, Hidden Places, And Untold Stories

What places in Saudi has he discovered, and what is it like to photograph Bedouins?

by Alexandra Mansilla

23 Mar 2025

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Art

Jamal Masarwa: "Becoming a Well-Known Artist Takes Time, But I Have No Plans To Give Up"

Discovering the journey of a Palestinian digital artist — his highs and lows, big wins, and ambitious future plans

by Barbara Yakimchuk

21 Mar 2025

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Razan Seikaly: “I Have Met So Many Artists Who Deserve To Be Showcased”

The journey of a woman turning her home into a gallery, offering local and international artists a space to be seen

by Barbara Yakimchuk

14 Mar 2025

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Interview
People

Many Facets Of Voice, Many Stories It Tells: Meet Saudi Artist DJ Mubarak

From a guy who started by recording covers and passionately writing his own songs to achieving global recognition

by Alexandra Mansilla

13 Mar 2025

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Photography

8 Saudi Photographers Whose Work You Need To See

They capture Saudi through its people, everyday moments, architecture, and fashion

by Alexandra Mansilla

11 Mar 2025

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Interview

Who Is Behind Future Bedouin? Meet the Artist Creating Magic With AI (And Beyond)

Sink into her airy landscapes, where Arabic heritage is seamlessly wrapped in modernity

by Alexandra Mansilla

7 Mar 2025

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Art

Fatspatrol: ‘When I Paint Big, I Feel Like a Superhero’

Let us explore the stories Fatspatrol’s murals tell

by Alexandra Mansilla

6 Mar 2025

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People

Illustrator Of Hopes And Dreams. Interview With Yasmina Keyrouz

And why is Yasmina so obsessed with drawing eyes? Let’s dive into her story

by Alexandra Mansilla

2 Mar 2025

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Interview

The Artist Who Calls Us To Wake Up: Interview With Karim Jabbari

The intersection of heritage and modernity through calligraphy and light

by Sophie She

1 Mar 2025

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People

Lana Lubany: From a Big Dream To 49 Million Streams

Diving into the story of rising star — Arabic singer and songwriter whose voice bridges the West and the Middle East

by Barbara Yakimchuk

28 Feb 2025

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Art

Eva Losada: ‘I Want To Break Past Limitations Fashion Has’

Explore the journey of one of the world's best fashion photographers

by Alexandra Mansilla

24 Feb 2025

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People

DJ MoCity: ‘Owning My Identity: Iraqi, Global, And Unapologetic’

How many hats does DJ MoCity wear? Let’s break it down

by Alexandra Mansilla

21 Feb 2025

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Nickie Zimov: 'For an Artist, Art Is Like a Diary'

Let us see how Nickie weaves himself into each of his works

by Alexandra Mansilla

20 Feb 2025

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People

From Building Stadiums To Building Vibes. Interview With Misha Bymishh

The incredible journey of a DJ from a small town in Russia to making waves in Dubai

by Alexandra Mansilla

19 Feb 2025

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Interview

Music Of Nature And the Fight For Female Visibility. Meet the Artist Lana Khayat

See how she explores femininity, cultural memory, and linguistic heritage through her work

by Alexandra Mansilla

17 Feb 2025

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Ala Rasi: Through the Lens Of Rana Khadra

Discovering how Rana Khadra explores humanity, culture, and color with her photos

by Dina Fares

16 Feb 2025

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Sport
Interview

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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Music

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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