Inside the return of ‘Fantastic Beasts’

DUBAI: It's been nearly 25 years since "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" first appeared on shelves, and the magic of JK Rowling's Wizarding World endures stronger than ever. Parents that once read the...

REVIEW: ‘Better Call Saul’ — the beginning of the end for a TV classic

AMMAN: "Better Call Saul" is one of those shows that, if a friend tells you they've never seen it, your reaction is one of surprise that they've ignored something you've presumably recommended a dozen...

Five contemporary abaya brands that are anything but basic

DUBAI: For thousands of years, the abaya has been a sartorial staple for women across the Middle East. The loose robe-like garment, which dates back 4,000 years to ancient Mesopotamia, constitutes national dress in...

This salon is transforming eyelashes one hair at a time

DUBAI: The transformative powers of eyelash extensions are undeniable. Few beauty treatments have the instant ability to add depth and intensity to your eyes like the semi-permanent lash-boosting procedure. It's no wonder then that Arab...

Cannes festival picks Egyptian director Ahmed Shawky to head Fipresci jury

DUBAI: The International Federation of Critics has selected veteran Egyptian director Ahmed Shawky to chair the critic's jury at this year's Cannes Film Festival which runs from May 17 to 28, making him the...

Adam Levine says upcoming Egypt concert seems ‘out of this world’

DUBAI: Adam Levine, the lead vocalist of pop-rock band Maroon 5, spoke about the group's upcoming performance in Egypt, saying that it feels "crazy" and "wild." The Grammy award-winning band will meet their fans at...

Arab actor Lee Majdoub discusses life-changing success of ‘Sonic The Hedgehog’

DUBAI: Lee Majdoub was never supposed to get a poster. Agent Stone, the role the Lebanese-Canadian actor plays in the blockbuster "Sonic the Hedgehog" movie franchise, was written as a bit part -- essentially...

Saudi producer Mona Khashoggi on her new musical, a tribute to Umm Kulthum

DUBAI: When it comes to musical theater, London's West End is second only to Broadway in terms of significance. It's a rare occasion, though, when an Arab-focused production finds its way into the ranks...