What does it mean to be displaced—not just from a homeland, but from an identity? Nadina Ronc’s memoir, Daughters of Dissidents Need Not Apply, is not just a story—it’s a…
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Few books master the delicate balance between reality and myth as seamlessly as The Red Island: The Gatekeeper by Adil Alzarooni. Set against the eerie backdrop of Al Jazirah Al…
The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature returns this year with its vibrant and eclectic LitFest After Hours—a weekend celebration of literature, culture, and entertainment like no other. From January 29…
The Sony Alpha Festival 2025 is back, and this year it’s double the inspiration with dual events in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Aimed at photographers, videographers, and content creators, the…
When you think of George Clooney and Nespresso, elegance, charm, and wit immediately spring to mind. This time, the global coffee giant stirs up a little mystery as Clooney returns…
The Costa Rican film Paradise Falls: A Christmas Story had its grand international premiere yesterday in Dubai, captivating audiences at the heart of the UAE’s cultural hub. This milestone marked…
Dubai’s cultural scene is set to come alive as the Kutubna Cultural Center, an independent bookstore and cultural hub, unveils its immersive program, “A Journey Through the Five Senses: Exploring…
This year marks a significant milestone for the Beyond October Cancer Awareness Campaign, celebrating 10 years of inspiring stories and transformative events. What began in 2014 as a platform for…
Cinema has long been the bridge between cultures, emotions, and stories that transcend borders. At the IIFA Festival 2024, two visionaries—Kabir Khan, the celebrated Indian filmmaker, and Peter Chan, the…
In celebration of Indian cinema’s rich legacy, the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) presents a once-in-a-lifetime MasterClass featuring the visionary filmmaker Rakeysh Om Prakash Mehra. Hosted by renowned presenter Mini…