The Sandy Times

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

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

Movies

The Owls Are Not What They Seem. Why We Love David Lynch So Much?

The legendary film director passed away on January 16, 2025. What we have left is the immense heritage to remember and to rewatch

by Dara Morgan

17 Jan 2025

Art

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

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

The Ultimate Guide To Japan’s Music Scene

STR Creative Director Kito Jempere dives deep into Japan’s modern music scene with insights from him and his friends

by Kito Jempere

10 Jan 2025

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

Cinema

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

The Alchemist Garden: Meet Margareth “Maggie” Henriquez, CEO of Baccarat

Maggie shares her journey as a pioneering leader. The talk about the significance of light, joy, and celebration

by Sophie She

30 Dec 2024

Parties

Fashion

Heron Preston Comes To Dubai. Why Should You Be There?

If you miss this party, the FOMO will hit hard

by Dara Morgan

24 Dec 2024

Festivals

A New Chapter Of Oasis Festival Is Cooking. Interview With Marjana Jaidi

A look at what is next for the festival after its final edition this year

by Alexandra Mansilla

19 Dec 2024

Lifestyle

The Perfect Christmas Wishlist: Editorial Edition

Our editorial team shares their top three gifts they would love to find under the Christmas tree

by Barbara Yakimchuk

18 Dec 2024

Why Do We Love Jared Leto's Style In 2024

To put it shortly: he is extravagant, bold, and true to himself

by Dara Morgan

11 Dec 2024

Chaotic Sound Of Egypt. Interview With Timmy Mowafi, MO4 Network

Is it true that interest in Egyptian music is on the rise? If so, why?

by Alexandra Mansilla

29 Nov 2024

How IMS Came To Dubai. Interview With Pete Tong

Find out how the co-founder of IMS describes the sound of the region, Dubai, and Beirut in words

by Alexandra Mansilla

26 Nov 2024

Dubai

Non-Judgmental Energy And Love: What Dubai's Poetry Community Looks Like

Look at how a love for words can bring people together in one city

by Abigail Thakadu

15 Nov 2024

Fashion

Louise Trotter: The New Era Of Carven

Get to know the creative mind behind Carven’s extraordinary revival

by Sana Bun

10 Nov 2024

Technologies

Blinding Lights: Meet Sila Sveta — Magicians Behind Iconic Events Worldwide

The creative force behind many of the shows you have definitely seen — from concerts of The Weeknd, Billie Eilish, and Drake, to so much more

by Alexandra Mansilla

8 Nov 2024

A DJ From New Zealand Comes To Dubai. Meet Eden Burns

What is the mystery behind the characters on Eden’s record covers?

by Alexandra Mansilla

6 Nov 2024