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      Hayba is the Arabic word for prestige.
      Arabic word of the week: The prestige of 'hayba' comes in many forms

      Not to be confused with similar words, in essence it is more elusive to define

      WeekendOctober 21, 2022
      Sir David Adjaye says the UAE has become a leader in typifying the openness of intercultural interfaith. Photo: Chris Schwagga
      Sir David Adjaye: the UAE is creating cities of the 21st century

      Award-winning architect will give a keynote speech on his design for the Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi

      ArtOctober 20, 2022
      A Living Culture is the theme of this year's summit, which begins on Sunday. Photo: Abu Dhabi Culture Summit
      Essential guide to Culture Summit Abu Dhabi 2022

      The fifth event will have important speeches, panel discussions and musical performances

      Arts & CultureOctober 19, 2022
      Actors perform in an operetta in Dubai titled 'The Prophet of Mercy' to commemorate Prophet Mohammed's birthday. Ruel Pableo / The National
      Ministry of Culture and Youth launches Dh1 million theatre initiative

      The creative programme aims to nurture and empower artists, as well as grow the sector across the country

      On StageOctober 18, 2022
      From left, Kim Kardashian, Hailey Bieber and Bernie Sanders have all attracted a flurry of interest online. Photos: EPA; Getty; AFP
      Ten times celebrities broke the internet

      Feuds and rumours, controversial interviews and that Oscars slap — here are the incidents that set tongues wagging online

      Pop CultureOctober 18, 2022
      An installation from Fahrelnissa and the Institutes: Towards a Sky, one of the Cultural Foundation's three new exhibitions. Photo: Cultural Foundation, Abu Dhabi
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      The Cultural Foundation's three new exhibitions shine a light on past, present and future

      Featuring works by a group of pioneering female Arab artists, the main exhibition explores the importance of mentorship and community within the art world

      ArtOctober 17, 2022
      Egyptian sculptor Khaled Zaki in his studio. Photo: Tabari Space
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      Khaled Zaki captures movements through sculptures in new Dubai show

      Celebrated Egyptian artist’s solo exhibition is now on at Tabari Artspace in DIFC

      ArtOctober 15, 2022
      Sabr in English can translate to patience. Illustration: Talib Jariwala / Getty Images
      Arabic word of the week: How 'sabr' grew out of a desert plant

      Used commonly in all dialects, sabr also has major spiritual significance

      WeekendOctober 14, 2022
      Students from the American University of Sharjah created this installation for the Christo and Jeanne-Claude Award. Photo: NYUAD
      Seven exciting opportunities for artists in the UAE

      Discover some of the region's best grants, prizes and competitions for creatives

      ArtOctober 14, 2022
      Nour Al Ghandour and Muhanad Al Hamdi star in the Kuwaiti drama series 'Juman'. Photo: Eagle Films
      Top Arabic language shows to check out on Netflix

      From comedies and dramas to talk shows and stand-up specials, these titles will keep you entertained

      TelevisionOctober 14, 2022
      Emirati artist Maitha Abdalla in studio, 2022. Photo: Tabari Space
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      Emirati artist Maitha Abdalla explores dark folktales in London show

      Cromwell Place exhibition is the culmination of a UK residency supported by the Abu Dhabi Arts & Music Foundation

      ArtOctober 12, 2022
      George R. R. Martin’s 'Game of Thrones' universe has made look more closely at evil characters. Above: Matt Smith as Daemon Targaryen in 'House of the Dragon'. Photo: IMDB
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      The 'Game of Thrones' universe and the many faces of evil

      From the original series and the popular 'House of the Dragon' prequel, we look at all the villains you love to hate and hate to love

      TelevisionOctober 12, 2022
      'Red Stack' by Shaikha Al Mazrou, 2022, is the Emirati artist's biggest public sculpture to date. Photo: Frieze
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      Emirati artist’s sculptural work on show at Frieze Sculpture

      'Red Stack' is a charming exploration of materials, exhibited in public alongside Frieze London 2022

      ArtOctober 12, 2022
      'Hocus Pocus 2' is available to watch exclusively on Disney+. Photo: Disney Enterprises
      Film of the week: 'Hocus Pocus 2' can't quite reproduce the original's magic

      The Sanderson sisters are back for more mayhem

      WeekendOctober 07, 2022
      The public can enjoy Al Malid performances at Expo City Dubai. Photo: Expo City Dubai
      Expo City Dubai to mark Prophet Mohammed’s birthday with free public events

      Al Wasl Dome will welcome visitors over three evenings for spiritual recitals, light projections and traditional dance performances

      On StageOctober 06, 2022
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