Cairo International Film Festival announces dates for 44th edition

DUBAI: The 44th edition of Cairo International Film Festival is set to run from Nov. 13-22, organizers announced this week. The event will screen award-winning films at the Cairo Opera House. Submissions for the program will...

Baghdad’s Al Wasiti-Fine Arts Festival stages biggest edition in a decade

DUBAI: During a time of political transition for Iraq, with a new government still yet to be formed following elections last October, Iraq's Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities Hassan Nadhim inaugurated the 14th...

Just what the doctor ordered: Egyptian medics in the UK enjoy first iftar together for two years

LONDON: Members of an organization for the Egyptian medical community in the UK got together for their first iftar meal in two years. They had been forced to put their annual Ramadan tradition on...

Where We Are Going Today: Catch22

The newly opened Catch22 at Nakheel Mall in Riyadh offers a fun and upbeat casual dining experience, with a menu that includes international favorites such as sushi, burgers and quesadillas.Already a favorite in Dubai,...

Record-breaking rough ruby to be unveiled in Dubai

LONDON: One of the world's largest rough rubies will go on show in Dubai this week to mark the launch of a new collection from Swiss jewelers SJ Gold and Diamond. The dazzling gem, mined...

Keep skin hydrated this Ramadan with these moisturizers

DUBAI: Just because it's Ramadan doesn't mean your skin needs to fast too. In fact, a nourishing, hydrating moisturizer is more important than ever during the holy season as abstaining from water for hours...

Universal Music can’t help falling for Elvis Presley, to manage song catalog

DUBAI: Universal Music is adding the song catalog of the "King of Rock 'n' Roll," Elvis Presley, including hits such as "Can't Help Falling in Love" and "Jailhouse Rock," under a publishing deal with...

‘Dance of the Deep-Blue Scorpion’: A multi-layered novel that explores Palestine’s complex identity

CHICAGO: A young writer in Ramallah contemplates the trajectory of his life in the profound, abstract novel "Dance of the Deep-Blue Scorpion" by Akram Musallam. Translated into English by Sawad Hussain, Musallam's narrator explores...