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Jovilyn Carman
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Céline Dion Celebrated as Voice, Icon and Comeback in Harper's Bazaar
Harper's Bazaar Arabia profiles Céline Dion, calling her the voice, the icon, and celebrating her comeback. The piece underscores her lasting impact on music and fans worldwide.
20 Aug 2026
Dakota Johnson Joins Celebs Switching to Roomy Bags
Dakota Johnson, along with Jennifer Garner and Katie Holmes, swapped their micro bags for a roomy, versatile style, highlighting a shift toward practicality.
18 Aug 2026
August Boy Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Unveiled
Soompi announced the brand reputation rankings for August Boy Group members, showcasing their standing with fans.
18 Aug 2026
Heated Rivalry Season 2 to Focus on Feelings Over Plot Twists
Heated Rivalry returns with a second season that leans on feeling rather than plot twists, pulling from Rachel Reid’s sixth novel and introducing fresh characters.
18 Aug 2026
Romy and Michele 2 previewed at D23, Kudrow and Sorvino chat
Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino preview Romy and Michele 2 at D23, sharing why the comedy still works after 30 years.
17 Aug 2026
Walt Disney’s granddaughter recalls sneaking onto Mary Poppins set
Walt Disney’s granddaughter recalled sneaking onto the Mary Poppins set and knocking over props, a mischievous story she never told her grandfather.
17 Aug 2026
Bollywood Friendship Movies to Stream This Weekend
Filmfare’s August 2026 roundup of Bollywood Friendship Movies offers a mix of timeless classics and newer tales for a weekend binge.
17 Aug 2026
David Beckham Captures Victoria's Summer Style
David Beckham stepped behind the lens to document Victoria Beckham’s looks during their family tour of the Mediterranean.
17 Aug 2026
Recording Academy Engages Asian Pop Category Amid BTS Boycott
The Recording Academy is consulting Asian pop artists for a new Asian Pop category, sparking dialogue after BTS decided to skip the 2026 Grammys.
16 Aug 2026
Awarapan 2 delivers action and nostalgia for weekend crowds
Awarapan 2 brings mass‑appealing action, Emraan Hashmi's likeable performance and a 3.5 rating, making it a weekend favourite for movie‑goers.
16 Aug 2026
Palisades Village set to reopen this weekend, says Rick Caruso
Rick Caruso’s Palisades Village is slated to reopen this weekend, with the billionaire developer confident the mall can bounce back after the 2025 fire damage.
16 Aug 2026
Lilly Wachowski says Hollywood won't finance next film
Lilly Wachowski claims Hollywood studios are refusing to finance her next movie because of its 'wall-to-wall trans cast.'
16 Aug 2026
Abu Dhabi mandates healthy food options in hotels
Abu Dhabi's tourism regulator will enforce a new healthy food law this October, requiring SEHHI-compliant options on all licensed menus.
16 Aug 2026
ADFW 2026 Announces Initial Lineup of Speakers for Abu Dhabi Event
ADFW 2026 has unveiled its initial roster of speakers, drawing the world’s capital community to Abu Dhabi for the upcoming financial week.
16 Aug 2026
Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority hosts poetry festivals
Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority is organizing the 12th season of Prince of Poets and a new master's degree program.
16 Aug 2026
Lost Weekend Album Arrives – 16-Track Journey for Your Weekend
Phoebe Bridgers' Lost Weekend arrives on Aug. 14, delivering 16 tracks that weave grief, elation and fresh sounds for a perfect weekend listening session.
16 Aug 2026
Abu Dhabi prioritises culture over skyscrapers
Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is choosing culture over skyscraper height, positioning itself as a growing centre for arts and heritage.
16 Aug 2026
UAE Gender Balance Council launches survey for 2027‑2031 strategy
The UAE Gender Balance Council launched a national survey on Friday to inform the 2027‑2031 gender balance strategy, expanding community participation and data collection.
16 Aug 2026
UAE music licence fee to fund artists, say business owners
From Dec. 1 commercial venues will need a UAE music licence, with 10 % of fees directed to a Cultural Support Fund for musicians.
16 Aug 2026
Mubi leads art‑house streaming options for UAE viewers
Mubi offers UAE viewers curated art‑house cinema, while Crunchyroll, Rakuten Viki and Alchemiya provide anime, Asian dramas and Muslim‑world stories respectively.
16 Aug 2026
KATSEYE drops new EP WILD on Aug. 14 – what to stream this weekend
KATSEYE’s EP WILD arrives on Aug. 14, featuring chart‑topping singles and a fresh documentary as the group adapts to a new lineup.
16 Aug 2026
McDonough, Ulrich Join Horror Film 'Deify'
Neal McDonough and Skeet Ulrich will star in 'Deify', a new psychological horror film set to shoot in Chicago.
14 Aug 2026
VIP Sample Sale Hits Al Quoz With 80% Off
The VIP Sample Sale returns to Al Quoz today with up to 80% off designer fashion at Goshi Warehouse.
14 Aug 2026
New York Film Festival Premieres Tom McCarthy’s ‘A Statement’
The 2026 New York Film Festival opens Sept. 25 with Tom McCarthy’s ‘A Statement’, Jordan Firstman’s ‘Club Kid’ and Jesse Eisenberg’s ‘The Debut’.
12 Aug 2026
Amy Poehler Returns to TV with New Comedy from Michael Schur
Amy Poehler will return to television in a new comedy series helmed by Michael Schur, the former Parks and Recreation producer.
12 Aug 2026
La Nieve Enters Oscar Race as Netflix Opens La Bola Negra in Theaters
La Nieve, the emotive track by Guitarricadelafuente from Netflix’s La Bola Negra, joins the Oscar shortlist while the film opens in U.S. theatres on Oct. 16, offering a perfect weekend watch.
12 Aug 2026
Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed highlights youth courage
Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed celebrated International Youth Day by praising the curiosity and courage of young people.
12 Aug 2026
Summer Box Office Hits $4 Billion, Marking Second Post‑COVID Record
The Summer Box Office topped $4 billion on Monday, the second time it has crossed that mark since COVID, driven by big releases and breakout hits.
12 Aug 2026
Anne Hathaway Shows Baby Bump at Oak Street Premiere
Anne Hathaway displayed her baby bump at the Oak Street premiere, joined by Jennifer Lopez, according to People.com.
12 Aug 2026
UAE Leaders Congratulate Daniel Noboa on Ecuador Independence Day
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and senior officials extended congratulations to President Daniel Noboa of Ecuador on the nation’s Independence Day.
11 Aug 2026
DCD Launches Capacity Building Program
The Department of Community Development launched the Capacity Building Program for Social Care Professionals with United Arab Emirates University.
11 Aug 2026
Yash joins Dulquer, Prithviraj as South film distributors
Yash steps into film distribution, joining Dulquer Salmaan, Prithviraj Sukumaran and other South stars in expanding their own theatrical networks.
10 Aug 2026
UAE leaders congratulate Singapore National Day
UAE leaders congratulated the President of Singapore on the occasion of the country's National Day.
10 Aug 2026
Sterling K. Brown Shines at AAFCA TV Honors in Los Angeles
Sterling K. Brown, star of 'Paradise', won big at the AAFCA TV Honors in Los Angeles, while Olivia Wilde was also present.
10 Aug 2026
Operation Safed Sagar Boosts Indian Economy
Netflix's Operation Safed Sagar contributed over $24 million to the Indian economy during its decade-anniversary year.
8 Aug 2026
Karol G drops sixth album as weekend soundtrack heats up
Karol G’s sixth studio album ‘No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto’ joins Role Model’s new record and FLO’s latest release, offering a vibrant weekend playlist.
8 Aug 2026
Ace of Fades tops Abu Dhabi’s best barbers list
Ace of Fades makes the cut in GQ Middle East’s roundup of Abu Dhabi’s top barbers, offering community vibes, a café, and expert fades.
8 Aug 2026
UAE Government Media Office announces public holiday on Aug 28
The UAE Government Media Office has declared a paid public holiday on August 28, 2026, giving workers a three‑day break to observe Mawlid Al Nabawi.
8 Aug 2026
SIB's Nabil Abou Alwan stresses inclusive, omnichannel banking
SIB's Nabil Abou Alwan outlined the bank's inclusive, omnichannel approach, aiming to serve all customers across various platforms.
8 Aug 2026
UAE leaders mark Sheikh Zayed's 60th Accession Day
UAE leaders celebrated the 60th anniversary of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan's accession as Ruler of Abu Dhabi.
8 Aug 2026
D Awards 2027 Headed to Paris
The 2027 D Awards will take place in Paris, marking the first time a K-Pop awards ceremony has been held in Europe.
8 Aug 2026
Viral video shows UAE leaders in London
A video showing UAE leaders exchanging a warm greeting in London has gone viral on social media platforms.
8 Aug 2026
K-Pop Fever Abu Dhabi Show Set for Yas Island
K-Pop Fever Abu Dhabi arrives at Etihad Arena on September 26 with a 12-member cast performing songs inspired by major acts.
8 Aug 2026
Dubai Mallathon launches first DXB session
The Dubai Mallathon initiative has arrived at Dubai International Airport, offering indoor walking tracks for the community.
8 Aug 2026
Rizwan Sajan's Consistency Lesson Sparks Weekend Inspiration
Rizwan Sajan, founder of Danube Group, shares a simple yet powerful message: hard work, good conduct, belief and consistency keep any dream alive.
7 Aug 2026
Abu Dhabi Summer Programme starts August 10
Abu Dhabi's summer programme starts August 10, featuring over 100 experiences, events, and hotel deals.
7 Aug 2026
Dubai Shared Housing Law Brings New Rental Index
Dubai's new shared housing law introduces a rental index to improve transparency for tenants and landlords.
7 Aug 2026
Red Velvet Returns with ‘Velvet Summer’ Mini‑Album
Red Velvet reunites after a two‑year break, unveiling the five‑track ‘Velvet Summer’ mini‑album that showcases a more relaxed side of summer.
7 Aug 2026
Karol G Unveils New Album Tracklist Featuring Drake
Karol G revealed the tracklist for 'No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto' featuring collaborations with Drake and Bruno Mars.
6 Aug 2026
SKIMS India Stores Planned for Delhi, Mumbai
SKIMS India expansion begins with Delhi and Mumbai stores via a new exclusive partnership with Reliance Brands.
6 Aug 2026