The Sandy Times

Being an Artist’s Mom. Interview With Munifa Chalhoub, Ali Cha’aban’s Mother

If you really want to know more about the artist, just ask his mom a few questions

by Alexandra Mansilla

24 Sept 2024

Toqsic: ‘We Aim To Create One Of the Largest Amapiano Events In the Region’

How was the House of Yanos founded, and what exciting plans lie ahead?

by Alexandra Mansilla

21 Sept 2024

Saudi Artist’s Debut: Alia Ahmad’s First Solo Show At Lawrie Shabibi Gallery

Exploring the balance between nature and metropolis — beautiful and viscous art pieces with no boundaries

by Sophie She

20 Sept 2024

Music

Time To Rewatch: Our Favourite Coldplay Music Videos

Preparing for the show in Abu Dhabi, January 2025

by Alexandra Mansilla

20 Sept 2024

Lana Qatramiz: ‘Limiting Creativity Is Like Making It Die Slowly’

La chica behind the eyebrow lifter that everyone in Dubai is buzzing about

by Alexandra Mansilla

18 Sept 2024

Fashion

9 Reasons Why We Can’t Get Enough Of Jonathan Anderson

…and you should, too (if for some reason you haven’t already fallen in love with him)

by Sana Bun

17 Sept 2024

Coping With Anxiety, Phobias And Self-Esteem. Interview With Priti Malik

You will also find out whether hypnotherapy really works or not

by Alexandra Mansilla

17 Sept 2024

6 Saudi Artists Shaping the Contemporary Art Scene

Sculptures of doves, artworks made from discarded X-rays, portraits with pomegranate, and more

by Rebecca Anne Proctor

16 Sept 2024

Aya Mechelany-Arab, Co-Founder Of KHAMSA: ‘Middle East Is In Everyone's Mind’

Dubai is becoming the hottest capital of art, fashion, and luxury thanks to local media and community

by Sofia Brontvein

15 Sept 2024

Meet the Artist Tackling Societal Issues With Humour (and Dinosaurs)

Rita Adib, the Syrian-Canadian artist, takes a creative approach to social activism

by Sophie She

14 Sept 2024

Art Collector Of Vintage Arab Prints. Interview With Abboudi Bou Jawde

The oldest poster in the collection of this Beirut archivist is over 100 years old

by Christelle EL-Daher

13 Sept 2024

TikTok As an Inside Joke Of an Entire Generation. Interview With Fahad Kaleem

That guy who has been making people go viral on TikTok since 2020

by Alexandra Mansilla

11 Sept 2024

Pedalling Passion. Interview With Simon Duke, Pedal’s GM

A conversation with someone who has played a pivotal role in shaping Dubai's cycling culture

by Sophie She

9 Sept 2024

NAHATÉ Dubai, a New Home: Interview With Yazid Ichemrahen

The story of how the Arab world has embraced the unique creations of the internationally renowned pastry chef

by Christelle EL-Daher

7 Sept 2024

Lifestyle

Everyone Is Brat And Demure Now. But What Does It Mean?

Decrypting two contrasting social media trends

by Sana Bun

5 Sept 2024

THE KARAK: A Portal Where Local Talents Can Be Heard. Interview with Faizal Razak

Are there enough platforms for local talents to have a voice, and why is the KURSI chair designed as a chair?

by Alexandra Mansilla

4 Sept 2024

Travel

Exploring the Driest Place On Earth. An Interview with Yousef Al-Refaie

What does this place look like, and how do people live there?

by Alexandra Mansilla

3 Sept 2024

YouTube Podcasts Showcasing Regional Talents

You won’t want to hit pause while listening to these interviews

by Alexandra Mansilla

2 Sept 2024

RexChouk: Who Is That Artist In the Mask?

Why does he hide, and what does he dedicate his works to?

by Alexandra Mansilla

2 Sept 2024

Cinema