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The Beautiful Intentions of Kadim Al Sahir
The Arab world has been in love with the Iraqi superstar for almost 50 years. It’s a relationship that shows no sign of heartbreak any time soon
By Nayera YasserPhotography by Tarek Mawad
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Culture
Middle East Archive’s Journey to Printed Pages
How curator Romaisa Baddar built the region’s go-to photography archive
By Rand Al-Hadethi
The Latest
What’s Better: Heavy Weights or High Reps?
By Ashwin Rodrigues
Ranking the Wildest Moments From That Viral Morning Routine
By Matthew Roberson
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Style
The Nike Dunk Low "Grey Suede" is everything you need in a sneaker (and more)
A perfect choice for your looks now and in the years to come
By Guillermina Carro
Style
After Two Years in the Lab, the Nike SB x Air Jordan 4 ‘Navy’ Finally Has a Release Date
And they're dropping a lot sooner than expected
By Adam Cheung
Style
Style
The New Palace X c.p. Company Drop Is Actually, Finally Here (And the Workwear Is a Blessing)
Here's where to cop, and when
By Adam Cheung
Style
The Best Business Casual Sneakers Will Save Your Achy, Overworked Feet
Dogs destroyed after long days at the office? Couldn't be you
By Rob Nowill
Style
Supreme and Nike (Finally) Take On the Air Max 1
And here's everything you need to know
By Adam Cheung
Style
The Nike Dunk Low "Grey Suede" is everything you need in a sneaker (and more)
A perfect choice for your looks now and in the years to come
By Guillermina Carro
Grooming
Grooming
Ranking the Wildest Moments From That Viral Morning Routine
An extremely deep dive into influencer Ashton Hall's six-hour morning routine, which includes everything from submerging his face in ice-cold Saratoga water (twice) to implementing a banana peel in his skincare regime
By Matthew Roberson
Grooming
Augustinus Bader Levels Up the 2-in-1 Game with a New Sunscreen
Explore the convenience of luxury with the brand’s newest product
By Rand Al-Hadethi
Grooming
How to Trim Your Beard, According to a Barber
You’re going to want to do this even if it’s still growing out
By Michael Stefanov
Grooming
People Are Dry Brushing Their Skin for a Glow-up — But Does It Actually Work?
The next big skincare craze dates back hundreds of years, and it's doing the rounds on TikTok
By Adam Cheung
Culture
Culture
From Severance to the Studio: 10 Fiction Series on the Dark Side of Going to the Office
The Office is not the only series that takes place in an office and there are many that reflect the anxiety, drama and chaos that exists there
By Paloma González
Culture
No Other Land Secures Regional Distribution and the Best of Palestinian Cinema Is Now Available to Stream
Capturing the struggle, spirit and resilience of the Palestinian people
By Hiba Ali
Culture
Middle East Archive’s Journey to Printed Pages
How curator Romaisa Baddar built the region’s go-to photography archive
By Rand Al-Hadethi
Culture
Secure the Favourite Child Title With These Mother’s Day Gifts
To help you avoid that last-minute panic, we’ve curated a list of gifts tailored to different personalities
By Rand Al-Hadethi
Culture
One Hundred Roses: Omar Alshogre's Journey
After surviving the notorious Sendnaya prison, eventually escaping via mock execution, the activist and public speaker Omar Alshogre is ready to believe Syria won't let freedom slip from its grasp
By Hala GoraniPhotography by Rami Hanna
Culture
The Unlikely Architect of Iraqi Shoegaze Is a High School Teacher in Virginia
By day, he's an English teacher. By night, Yasir Razak leads the band Nabeel with a fresh-yet-nostalgic spin on 90s grunge rock
By Danny Hajjar
Fitness
Fitness
What’s Better: Heavy Weights or High Reps?
Either way, for success, you will need to approach failure
By Ashwin Rodrigues
Fitness
Exercises for Longevity: The Best Workout to Help You Live Longer, According to the Experts
Yoga, bodyweight circuits, and sleep might be all that's needed to help you crush old age and prolong your days alive
By Tom Ward
Fitness
Is Contrast Therapy Just for Athletes and Masochists?
Contrast therapy— alternating between sauna heat and ice baths— is the latest trend taking over the world of wellness. For Hamdan Al-Khafaji, who founded one of Dubai’s first dedicated spaces, it’s about rediscovering ancient healing practices
By Amina Kaabi
Fitness
Keeping Your Iron Levels in Check Will Help Reboot Your Fitness
Forget protein shakes and creatine for a minute. Your workouts might just be craving an iron hit
By Olivia Vaile
Food & Drink
Food & Drink
The Dorchester Collection Makes its Middle Eastern Debut with The Lana
Complete with Michelin dining, a Dior spa and a Ramadan majlis
By Hiba Ali
Food & Drink
The Under-The-Radar Dubai Eatery Serving up a Side of Community
Step inside One Life Kitchen and Café
By Hiba Ali
Food & Drink
This Dubai Restaurant Delivers the Comfort of a True Lebanese Home
It’s time for you to head over to Babel
By Hiba Ali
Food & Drink
Embrace the Art of the Dinner Party with These Dubai Supper Clubs
In a city where dining is practically a sport, supper clubs are making a strong case for something different
By Rand Al-Hadethi
Food & Drink
These Are Dubai's Date-Worthy Spots
Whether you’re after beachfront romance, sultry speakeasies, or something a little more artsy, here are a few date-worthy places in the city.
By Rand Al-Hadethi
Watches
Watches
Every Watch on The White Lotus Has a Hidden Significance
From Victoria’s Rolex Day-Date to Saxon’s Hublot Big Bang, every timepiece on the HBO drama’s third season speaks volumes about its characters
By Cam Wolf
Watches
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc Are Already Racing to Get the New Richard Mille Watch with Ferrari
It's no surprise that two of motorsport's biggest stars are eager for Richard Mille and Ferrari's latest creation, the RM 43-01
By Amina Kaabi
Watches
Why Everyone Is Lusting After This Vintage Patek Philippe Again
Collectors tired of hype watches are turning to one of the most classic pieces ever made
By Tony Traina
Watches
Lionel Messi’s Watch Collection Adds Another Masterpiece
The Inter Miami captain was seen in a super-limited Audemars Piguet Offshore
By Oren Hartov