ALBAWABA - On Saturday, US authorities issued subpoenas to controversial political streamer Hasan Piker and CODEPINK co-founder Medea Benjamin following their recent trip to Cuba over possible violations of sanctions and travel regulations, as reported by Fox News...

Hundreds of distinctively coiffured participants gathered this weekend in southern Belgium for the annual European Mullet Championship to celebrate the once-maligned hairstyle. Best captured by the tagline "business in the front, party in the back",…

(MENAFN - The Peninsula) QNA Doha, Qatar: The 35th Doha International Book Fair hosted a symposium titled ''The Memory of Literature and Living Text'' in tribute to the late writer and media figure ...

As summer sets in, Qatar’s coastline offers a refreshing way to experience the country, where tranquil northern shores, vibrant city beaches and dramatic desert landscapes come together along the Arabian Gulf. Whether it is a quiet morning by the water, a family day out or an active beach escape, each destination offers a distinct experience…

(MENAFN - Asdaf News) Riyadh – Asdaf News: The 2026 RLC Fashion Summit in Milan convenes an invite-only group of global fashion and luxury leaders on June 3–4 at the Four Seasons Hotel Milano. ...

DUBAI: A new collaboration between Saudi fashion label HINDAMME and Arts AlUla’s Madrasat Addeera is bringing the Kingdom’s ancient heritage into contemporary design through a limited-edition collection. Inspired by AlUla’s 7,000 years of continuous human history and striking natural landscapes, the collection merges traditional craftsmanship with a modern aesthetic.

JEDDAH — Saudi Gazette has won the award for Best News Website and App Relaunch at the 2026 Middle East Digital Media Awards organized by WAN-IFRA, with judges describing the project as a “great digital transformation.”An expert jury from the World Association of News Publishers — the world’s largest international press organization — selected the…

ALBAWABA - Hours after the Gachiakuta anime won three awards, mangaka Kei Urana deleted her X (formerly Twitter) account following a clash with fans after reposting a Jabber dance video on Instagram...

Cristian Mungiu’s Norway-set drama about political polarization, "Fjord," has won the Palme d’Or, handing the Cannes Film Festival ’s top honor for the second time to Mungiu, the Romanian director of "4 Months, 3 Weeks…

(MENAFN - Asdaf News) Riyadh – Asdaf News: Ahmed Seddiqi, a leading luxury watches and jewellery retailer, hosted a special event to highlight the latest novelties from Watch & Wonders 2026 in the ...

What will Saudi Arabia’s new cultural sector offer to its audiences? While vistas of cranes and pile drivers sketch the scale of new infrastructure, does recent programming offer a taste of the future experiences? From the pulsating Tunnel of Calvin Harris’ DJ set at Sound Storm to the wonder of the Islamic Arts Biennale (with…

(MENAFN - Brazil-Arab News Agency (ANBA)) Sa~o Paulo – Brazilian footwear will take part in a promotional initiative in Saudi Arabia in October 2027. The Brazilian Footwear project will make its ...

DUBAI: Iran has cancelled its participation in this year’s Venice Biennale just days before the opening on May 9, the exhibition’s organizers have announced. “With regard to the National Participations in the 61st International Art Exhibition, ‘In Minor Keys’ by Koyo Kouoh (May 9 to Nov. 22), it has been announced that the Islamic Republic…

RIYADH — A decade after the establishment of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority in 2016, the Kingdom’s entertainment sector has evolved into one of the country’s fastest-growing industries, reshaping cultural and public experiences while driving investment and global engagement. The authority said the sector’s early years focused on building regulatory frameworks, attracting investment, and establishing…

ALBAWABA - Kanal D’s hit drama Güller ve Günahlar is getting ready for its season break earlier than expected...

The makers of “7 Dogs” set out to do more than produce an action film to international standards. Their aim was to deliver a visual spectacle shaped by Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, built on…

(MENAFN - Mid-East Info) One of the fast-growing GCC lifestyle platform Kanaa has announced the launch of its fragrance and perfume category ahead of Eid Al Adha, a period traditionally associated ...

DUBAI: Italian curator and film executive Vincenzo Bugno has been named as the first recipient of the Arab Cinema Center’s Gamechanger of the Year Award, in recognition of his impact on Arab and international cinema. Bugno will be honored on May 16 during the 10th Critics Awards for Arab Films, held at Plage des Palmes…

JEDDAH — On behalf of Prince Khaled bin Faisal, Deputy emir of Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal attended the launch ceremony of the Prince Khaled bin Faisal Cultural Foundation in the presence of senior officials, princes, and cultural figures.In a statement marking the launch, Prince Khaled bin Faisal expressed appreciation to King Salman bin…

ALBAWABA - Shakira is once again the focus of the World Cup.The Colombian superstar has officially released the music video for “Dai Dai,” her new collaboration with Burna Boy and the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup...

Cannes may be best known for its A-list stars, but Yuri the rescue dog stole the spotlight on Friday, winning the most anticipated unofficial award of the festival, the Palm Dog, for her performance in…

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DUBAI: The Tribeca Film Festival 2026 has unveiled part of its feature film lineup with “Only What We Carry,” led by Sofia Boutella, among the titles set to premiere. Marking its 25th anniversary, the festival is scheduled to run from June 3 to 14 in New York City.

ALBAWABA - With Tom Hardy gone, MobLand must decide Harry’s future fast.When we last saw Tom Hardy in the season one finale of MobLand, he was slumped on a chair with a butcher knife poking out his chest...

A brother and sister who are starring in the latest series of the BBC's Race Across the World program have opened up about the surreal experience of watching the show ahead of its final episode…

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In a city where food trends come and go quickly, finding a place you return to more than once says something. For me, Ed’s Tacos in Jeddah is one of those places.  My first visit was on one casual evening when I expected little beyond a quick bite. Tucked into the lively Box Park area,…

ALBAWABA - Kerem Bürsin and Alina Boz unite for emotional volleyball romance drama.Kerem Bürsin is preparing for a busy new chapter in his career with two major projects arriving almost back-to-back...

The oldest bridge in Paris has begun to vanish this week, as the artist JR — who is known as the “French Banksy” — began inflating a giant “cave” over the Pont Neuf. The monumental,…

Nuran Kilani Recognized in Hozpitality's Best 30 Women in the Middle East PowerList 2026

DUBAI: Disney’s CEO Josh D’Amaro has told shareholders that Disneyland Abu Dhabi is continuing as planned despite regional instability following the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran, which began on Feb. 28. In a letter to shareholders published alongside the company’s latest quarterly financial results, D’Amaro reiterated the company’s commitment to the project, offering…

ALBAWABA - Elon Musk blasts controversial “The Boys” finale amid Homelander Trump comparisons.Elon Musk called the season finale of "The Boys" "pathetic" in reaction to an X post on Thursday that claimed the show utilized Antony Starr's Homelander as an analogue for Trump as part of a "deranged sexual humiliation fantasy...

Crowds in Bangladesh are flocking to snap photographs with an unlikely social media star -- an albino buffalo with flowing blond hair nicknamed "Donald Trump" due to be sacrificed within days. Owner Zia Uddin Mridha,…

Sondos Albosta Recognized in Hozpitality's Best 30 Women's Leaders in the Middle East 2026

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ALBAWABA - Donald Trump brutally mocked Stephen Colbert following emotional final CBS episode.President Donald Trump is once again making headlines over late-night television...

In recent years, Saudi Arabia has undergone a transformation in the way travel is perceived. Journeys are no longer viewed simply as movement from one place to another, but as immersive cultural experiences that deepen…

Greeting you with an image of a jolly anthropomorphic bee donning a chef’s hat, Jollibee is giving even the business of bees in Saudi Arabia some juicy and crunchy chicken to munch on. The branding of Jollibee — which was founded by Filipino Chinese entrepreneur Tony Tan Caktiong — is said to have been inspired…

DUBAI: Vlassia Anagnostou grew up in Volos, Greece, learning to cook at her grandmother’s side — absorbing recipes and techniques she describes as a vanishing part of her heritage. Her culinary journey began with traditional Greek cuisine before expanding to take in Italian, French, and broader Mediterranean cooking.  After more than a decade working in UAE kitchens, she arrived at Avli by tashas in Dubai in 2021.  …

ALBAWABA - Kubilay Aka and Hafsanur Sancaktutan reunite on screen for ambitious new ATV drama.ATV is preparing one of the most ambitious Turkish dramas of the new season, and “Mercan Köşk” is already creating major excitement before filming even begins...

As Britain's wartime leader, Winston Churchill was known for his stirring speeches, but a new London exhibition explores another side to his creativity -- as a passionate and prolific artist. The exhibition opening Saturday at…

(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Customers said they had lined up for up to 18 hours to get their hands on the Royal Pop watch collection By: Bahni Bandyopadhyay The highly anticipated unveiling ...

DUBAI: “The events of the film are from almost a century ago, but it is still so relevant to daily life in Palestine,” director Annemarie Jacir told Arab News last year of her latest feature, “Palestine 36.” And, indeed, that’s one of the main takeaways from the movie, which arrived on Netflix this month after…

ALBAWABA - Ferit Kaya farewell leaves “Uzak Şehir” fans emotional before explosive finale.One of the most significant changes of the season is taking place behind the scenes of Kanal D’s record-breaking drama “Uzak Şehir” (“Distant City”)...

French fashion house Louis Vuitton combined ruffles, biker leather and the graphic art of Keith Haring for its celebrity-packed cruise 2027 show at a New York museum on Wednesday night. Under the gaze of Zendaya,…

(MENAFN - Mid-East Info) 'Qissa bi Qissa' experience brings AlUla's ancient stories to life this International Museum Day Visitors invited to take part in a live, interactive heritage ...

ALBAWABA - The news of the separation of Syrian artist Assala Nasri from her husband, Iraqi poet Faeq Hassan, continues to generate reactions and widespread controversy across social media...

"The Late Show" frontman Stephen Colbert will host the final edition of the 33-year-old US cultural institution on Thursday night, after it was cancelled by CBS as the network courted President Donald Trump. The show,…