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Abdulla Lufti: 'Only Autistic People Have Souls'

The artist on the autism spectrum creates black-and-white artwork, but in reality, his world is full of colours

by Alexandra Mansilla

13 May 2024

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People

Cèline Azem: ‘It Takes Immense Strength To Cope With an Eating Disorder’

How to stop letting food control you and start controlling your mind

by Alexandra Mansilla

10 May 2024

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People
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Ali Cha’aban On Living With Bipolar I And Dissociative Disorder

Ali’s story, where he shares what he has to go through

by Alexandra Mansilla

9 May 2024

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People

The Many Facets of Lana Albeik. Interview With the Fashion Model

Read Lana’s story, filled with a variety of emotions, from anxiety and sorrow to absolute joy

by Alexandra Mansilla

8 May 2024

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Music

Music Talk: Kito Jempere x Lobito Brigante

What happens if two DJs meet and interview each other? Let's see!

by Kito Jempere

7 May 2024

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Lifestyle

Inside 25hours Hotel. Secrets, Stories, And Guests

It is time to learn more about one of the most marvelous hotels ever

by Alexandra Mansilla

6 May 2024

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Interview

Baz Raghib Presents ‘Full Beams’. What Is It?

And is there any connection with the 'High Beams' hip-hop collective?

by Alexandra Mansilla

5 May 2024

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People

MICRO MUTEK.AE: Why Is It More Than a Music Festival?

The festival's team reveals the event's goals and highlights who is worth noticing

by Alexandra Mansilla

4 May 2024

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People

Under the Glasses. Another Story Of DJ Karrouhat, Told By Himself

Discover the hidden side of Basil Alhadi

by Alexandra Mansilla

3 May 2024

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Fashion

Empowering Women Through Fashion. Interview with Ghada Al Subaey

Meet 1309 Studios’ founder and creative director

by Sana Bun

30 Apr 2024

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Art
Interview

How Design Translates a Personality. Meet the Studio Meshary AlNassar

How do the items in your home paint the most accurate picture of who you are?

by Alexandra Mansilla

26 Apr 2024

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Salma Ismail: ‘Fitness Changed the Way I Thought’

We asked the fitness instructor the questions you have always wanted to ask

by Alexandra Mansilla

26 Apr 2024

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Fashion

Rebellious Brand Comes To Dubai. Meet Poison Drop

Groundbreaking jewelry that aims to disrupt the market

by Alexandra Mansilla

23 Apr 2024

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Art
Interview

The Geometry Of Feelings: Tarek Elkassouf’s Artistic Journey

Exploring emotional landscape through sculptural forms

by Alexandra Mansilla

22 Apr 2024

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Is Uglymoss Going To Change His Name? Interview With a Rapper

From a parentless childhood, through the rejection of his music, to fame

by Alexandra Mansilla

21 Apr 2024

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People

Ali Cha’aban: ‘The norm is humanity's biggest enemy’

Interview with one of the most prominent figures in MENA and the world’s art scene

by Sophie She

19 Apr 2024

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Real Estate

What You Need To Succeed As a Real Estate Agent In Dubai

Dubai needs real estate agents; here is how you can succeed at being one

by Ashas Bukhari

18 Apr 2024

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Music
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Bridging Cultures Through Music: Jindi's Story

What is next for Jindi? Exclusive insights into his upcoming album

by Hayley Alexander

17 Apr 2024

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Art

Koshta Turns the Art World Upside Down. Interview With Its Founder

The collective that truly knows how to expand the imagination

by Sophie She

16 Apr 2024

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Sport

Interview With Evren Ozka, a Man Who Ran Across Seven Emirates

He broke the world record, but he actually hates running. So, why did he do it?

by Alexandra Mansilla

15 Apr 2024

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