Talents

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People
Photography

Algeria In Photos And Stories By Houssem Boulifa

From carpets at home to football in the streets, a French-Algerian lens reveals his country’s story

by Barbara Yakimchuk28 Aug 2025
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Art
People

5 Iranian Artists To Know: Stories Of Belonging And Memory

From painting on pizza boxes to reading Persian myths, discover what inspires Iranian artists and how they create

by Barbara Yakimchuk25 Aug 2025
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Interview
Food

Mama And Chef. How Salam Daqqaq Turned Bait Maryam Into a Home For Everyone

The incredible story of how cooking with heart earned four Michelin Bib Gourmand awards

by Alexandra Mansilla22 Aug 2025
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Music
Interview

Choosing Legacy Over Noise. Interview With Saudi Singer Tamtam

Look how she uses her songs to speak about challenges we all face

by Alexandra Mansilla15 Aug 2025
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Interview
Art

The Iranian Artist Whose Textile Art Went Global. Meet Taher Asad-Bakhtiari

See what happens when tribal culture and a love for art shape you from a young age

by Barbara Yakimchuk9 Aug 2025
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Architecture
Photography

Sacred Symmetry: Exploring the Beauty Of Mosques With Mohammed Alim

His work is a true paradise for perfectionists, the kind of images you can’t stop looking at

by Alexandra Mansilla8 Aug 2025
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Art

Her UAE: Inside the World Of Emirati Women Photographers

Watch the magic that happens when these women pick up a camera

by Alexandra Mansilla8 Aug 2025
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Art
Interview

You Should See What He Does With Arabic Letters. Meet Waleed Abodouh

The way Waleed works with Arabic calligraphy is never what you would expect

by Alexandra Mansilla7 Aug 2025
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Interview
Art

eL Seed: "I Want The Public To Feel Part Of My Calligraphy"

Speaking with one of the most iconic calligraphy street artists about his biggest projects, identity crises, and inspirations

by Barbara Yakimchuk6 Aug 2025
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Art
Dubai

Cultural Code In Motion: Russian Seasons Arrives In Dubai

Festival founder Daria Matsievskaya reflects on heritage, innovation, and cultural dialogue

by Dara Morgan1 Aug 2025
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Interview
Music

Being Sensitive To the Crowd. Interview With Mitch Oliver

A guy from Montreal who was all about skiing — until one day, he suddenly pivoted and dedicated his life to music

by Alexandra Mansilla1 Aug 2025
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Interview
Art

“Home Is Something That Constantly Shifts Between Past and Present” — Meet Shingo Yamazaki

Hawaiʻi born artist, exhibiting in Dubai until September 1, shares the themes, inspirations, and quiet rituals behind his work

by Barbara Yakimchuk29 Jul 2025
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Interview
People

Esraa Ehab: ‘The Egypt I See Is More Felt Than Seen’

Read about those unique places in Cairo where you can truly feel the soul of the city

by Alexandra Mansilla28 Jul 2025
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Interview
Photography

Through a Bahraini Lens: The World According To Ali Al Shehabi

From family archives to quiet moments by the sea — a journey through memory, identity, and everything in between

by Barbara Yakimchuk26 Jul 2025
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Art
Interview

Memory, Language, And a Bit Of Quiet Magic. Interview With Nasir Nasrallah

See how the artist, through each artwork, explores themes of memory, language, and... writes paper letters

by Alexandra Mansilla25 Jul 2025
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Art
Interview

Loud, Bold, And Full Of Volume. Calligraphy With Ibrahim Zaki

Read the story of a calligrapher who created one of the top 100 posters in the Arab region

by Alexandra Mansilla22 Jul 2025
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Fashion
Interview

"Aga Bibi" — an Iranian Brand That Moves With No Map, And No Fear

Talking to Mehrnoosh Shahhosseini — designer and CEO of Aga Bibi — about the brand’s past, present, and future

by Barbara Yakimchuk19 Jul 2025
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Interview
Art

Hands To Hands: Saudi Women’s Stories In the Project 'Lingering In the Light'

Two artists travelled across Saudi, collecting women’s stories and weaving them into textiles and photography

by Alexandra Mansilla18 Jul 2025
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Art
Photography

Building a Massive Portrait Archive Of Arab Icons. Meet Abdullah Alshehri

He started shooting portraits when Saudi photography was just taking off — and he has snapped thousands since

by Alexandra Mansilla16 Jul 2025
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Food
Dubai

“The Best Compliment Is Seeing Happy Faces At The Table” — An Interview With Dragonfly Chef Biman Rai

From the fastest dish to 300-guest nights — Chef Biman Rai on how do the things run at Dragonfly

by Barbara Yakimchuk12 Jul 2025