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Fashion designer Lamees Douglas of Jordan has died following a battle with cancer, leaving behind a significant creative imprint on the industry. Across the Arab entertainment and literary landscape, new publications and personal works continue to emerge, reflecting ongoing cultural contributions from writers, artists, and performers throughout the region.
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Lamees Douglas — The celebrated Jordanian fashion designer has passed away after a prolonged struggle with cancer. Her work established a distinctive creative presence within the fashion industry.National Guard Heritage Film — The National Guard produced the film "Hizam: Legacy of Glory" to commemorate Saudi Arabia's 96th National Day, featuring the legacy of a national martyr passed to his family and descendants.Ibrahim Zulayi's Banned Books Narrative — Writer Ibrahim Zulayi released "Fires on the Shelves: Tales of Forbidden Books," exploring the supplementary history of censored texts and their continued existence beyond institutional suppression.Artist Reem Al-Deeni Exhibition — Saudi visual artist Reem Al-Deeni presents a new exhibition titled "Pulse" at Jeddah Art Studio on Tuesday, September 29, expanding her exploration of color beyond traditional canvas boundaries.Saudi Artist Ayyadh Marriage — Saudi entertainer Ayyadh announced his marriage to a Kuwaiti woman through his official X account, three years following his previous separation, with the bride belonging to a prominent family.Actresses Arrested in New York — Veteran actress Susan Sarandon and Hannah Einbinder, star of the series "Hacks," were arrested by New York Police near Manhattan in connection with protests.Coming Up:
New literary works continue release across the region, including author Abdullah Al-Arifaj's novel "Camphor Paper," which explores memory and absence through the narrative of an ambitious man from Burayda.