ALULA: There is an inherent tension in culture-sector development between global and local dynamics. In Saudi Arabia, we are in the midst of an unprecedented renaissance in the culture sector — with significant investment in arts, music, film, heritage and other areas to showcase the Kingdom’s history and identity to the region and the world….
The historical district of Al Shindagha in Dubai has transformed into a vibrant hub, emulsifying artists and art enthusiasts from across the region as it hosts the Sikka Art and Design Festival. With over 500 local, regional, and global creatives and artists, the 12th edition of the festival aims to provide an innovative platform that…
DUBAI: Bella Hadid is launching a new brand, Orebella, that is likely a venture into the perfume and beauty market. The US-Dutch-Palestinian supermodel shared a teaser on Instagram on Thursday. “Ôrəbella founded by Bella Khair Hadid,” she captioned the post teasing the brand’s launch in May. “Reveal your alchemy on 5/2.” The 10-second video showcases…
El Salvador: Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua is crowned Miss Universe 2023 on November 19 at the Jose Adolfo Pineda Arena in San Salvador, El Salvador. Miss Universe 2022, USA’s R’Bonney Gabriel, crowned her on stage as the audience applauded. Nicaragua, Australia, and Thailand had made it to the final three, but Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua won…
DUBAI: US singer Bruno Mars will no longer be performing at Qatar’s Formula One after-race concert tonight, it was revealed earlier today. The singer-songwriter was scheduled to take to the stage on Sunday and will now be replaced by DJ Snake. “We are sorry to let you know that due to circumstances outside of our…
DUBAI: “I always wanted to create something that represents Saudi women in a non-stereotypical way but never thought, in my wildest dreams, that I would create a beauty brand. It just happened,” said Sara Al-Rashed, founder of Saudi label Asteri Beauty. In a house of three sisters, makeup became a way of cultivating connections, as…
DUBAI: Saudi singer Dalia Mubarak is embarking on a new journey with her highly anticipated album “11:11,” which will be released under the Warner Music MENA label. The 32-year-old songstress told Arab News: “‘11:11’ is the beginning of my spiritual journey, so it was a great idea to represent my first album title after my…
RIYADH: Visit the Pattern concept store in Riyadh if you’re looking for unique clothing or original furniture for your house. Founded in 2017 in the heart of the emerging creative scene of Riyadh, Pattern shines a light on Saudi creatives and international brands specializing in fashion, accessories, stationery, home furnishings, and coffee. It is a…
The movement has been building momentum internationally, opening a Brazilian chapter last year, and convening female publishing leaders in Italy, Nairobi, and Kuala Lumpur to discuss challenges, women’s representation in publishing Bodour Al Qasimi, the CEO of Kalimat Group, has announced the opening of a South Korean Chapter of PublisHer, the pioneering international initiative she…
The No. 1 spot goes to Iran’s traditional ice cream ‘bastani sonnati’ Summer is here and so food trips are fast shifting to the cold and refreshing. Just in time for the bright, sunny season, online gastronomy database Taste Atlas came up with a list of the best frozen desserts in the world. While it…
