Interview
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Music
STR Read
HAMEX: From a Small Town In Iran To Millions Of Listeners Around the World
The story of Iranian pop star HAMEX: his childhood, music journey, unique style, and big plans
by Barbara Yakimchuk
31 May 2025
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Interview
Sport
‘A Piece Of Wood Changed My Life’: The Story Of Mark Issa
How picking up a skateboard at a young age became the turning point for Mark — shaping the direction of his life
by Alexandra Mansilla
30 May 2025
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Food
Restaurants
Changing the Mindset Around Filipino Cuisine. Meet Chef JP Anglo
What steps is he taking to make this happen? And where is Kooya Filipino Eatery moving to?
by Alexandra Mansilla
25 May 2025
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Interview
Fashion
Rhea Jacobs: 'Being a 5'2 Brown Girl Doesn't Make Your Dreams Any Less Valid'
Marie Claire, Vogue Arabia, BAZAAR — Rhea is on them all. Discover the story behind her success
by Barbara Yakimchuk
24 May 2025
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Interview
Music
ALAY: 'I Hope We Reach a Point Where DJs Aren’t Labelled By Gender'
Just five years ago, ALAY wasn’t even a DJ, and now she is being called one of electronic music’s rising stars
by Alexandra Mansilla
22 May 2025
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Art
Interview
‘People Always Feel Something About Our Work — Love Or Hate.’ Meet Masquespacio
Explore Masquespacio’s creations — you will instantly want to go see these places for yourself
by Alexandra Mansilla
20 May 2025
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Interview
Fashion
From Numbers To Seams: About Shreya Juneja
Another good example of what it means to take a leap of faith and follow your dreams
by Sahira Dharamshi
19 May 2025
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Entertainment
Travel
Welcome Aboard: The Gulf Is Becoming One Of the Biggest Cruise Hubs In the World
Angelo Capurro, Global Executive Director of MSC Cruises, explains why ocean liners set course for Dubai
by Sofia Brontvein
19 May 2025
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Art
Interview
From Bali To Botanique: Jenna Bitar’s Immersive Art Awakening Dubai’s Summer
What began as a casual conversation between two creatives has blossomed into Botanique, a lush, multisensory art experience redefining how Dubai embraces summer
by Sofia Brontvein
16 May 2025
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Art
Photography
‘I Should Proudly Reflect My Roots’. The Story Of Ces, a Visual Wizard
This artist and designer from Istanbul blends Turkish authenticity with modernity. And it is going viral
by Alexandra Mansilla
16 May 2025
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Cars
Interview
Drive Like a Goddess: Meet Arabian Gazelles, the All-Women Supercar Club
See how the Middle East’s first all-women supercar club is changing perceptions of women in motorsport
by Alexandra Mansilla
15 May 2025
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Art
Interview
Ghassan Kayed, Burgers & Hoodies: ‘I Want To Put Our Region On the Global Radar’
Discover how the agency seeks to achieve its goal through the means of storytelling
by Alexandra Mansilla
11 May 2025
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Interview
Sport
Women’s Football In the UAE. Interview With Nouf Al Anzi, the Captain
From her sports journey to her first crisis and everyday routine — meet Nouf, the captain of the UAE Women's National Team
by Barbara Yakimchuk
10 May 2025
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Cars
Art
Driven By Art: BMW Art Cars In Talk With Dr Thomas Girst
Prof Dr Thomas Girst about his favourite Art Car, the future of co-creation, and what stood out at Art Dubai
by Dara Morgan
7 May 2025
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Interview
Art
Painting the Wounds Of a City And a Self. Interview With Azin Zolfaghari
The Iranian artist who captures the absence of human presence in urban life
by Alexandra Mansilla
6 May 2025
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Music
Interview
Italo Sound Comes To Dubai. Interview With Otto Kraanen, Bordello A Parigi
Looks like the city is about to have one of its most unforgettable nights yet
by Alexandra Mansilla
4 May 2025
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Fashion
Interview
The Quiet Power. Interview With Faiza Bouguessa
The brand that celebrates women in all their beauty, complexity, and power
by Alexandra Mansilla
2 May 2025
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Saudi Arabia
Interview
Cat Buffets, Garlic Fast Food, And More — Jeddah With Kholoud Abdulwassie
Discover Jeddah’s hidden gems with a guide whose family has lived here for generations
by Alexandra Mansilla
1 May 2025
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Art
Interview
Bringing Egyptian Alabaster Back To Life. Interview with Omar Chakil
Discover the story of the first Arab designer to collaborate with Galerie Gastou in Paris
by Alexandra Mansilla
27 Apr 2025
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Technologies
Sport
Questions About WHOOP You Wanted To Ask?
With insights from WHOOP’s GCC Director, answering the most common questions about the famous wristband
by Barbara Yakimchuk
25 Apr 2025