What happens when two powerhouse women, May Calamawy and May Elghety, team up for a modern reboot of The Mummy? You get a film that’s not…
Author: Malak Shalaby
Malak Shalaby
Malak cannot seem to get enough of Literature - so much so that she has pursued it in both her BA and MA, and the love affair is still going strong. Aside from her love for words, humans generally fascinate her. She spends a lot of her time analyzing the minds of people around her and watching criminal minds. She is still fairly new in adulthood, and until now, nothing has made sense in life but chocolate.
April is World Autism Month, and we’re zooming in on how different series and films from the MENA region are portraying autism on screen. From heartfelt…
The Cannes Film Festival is back for its 78th edition (May 13–24), and MENA filmmakers are showing up strong. From Egyptian thrillers to coming-of-age stories in…
Dubai just ranked as the 18th of the top 20 richest cities in the world, and it shows. This is where luxury isn’t just a lifestyle—it’s…
French President Emmanuel Macron has revealed that France could officially recognize the State of Palestine by June 2025. Speaking in a televised interview on France 5,…
Coachella isn’t just about flower crowns and giant art installations anymore. Over the years, the festival has been giving more space to global voices. What once…
From April 9th to 13th, Look Cinema in Glendale is turning into a cinematic portal for Arab creativity—and Egypt’s in the spotlight with seven films that…
If you’re looking for new bucket-list stays in the Middle East, 2025 is bringing some seriously cool hotel openings. Whether you’re after a wellness retreat or…
April’s shaping up to be a major month for live music across the Middle East. Whether you’re into Arabic hits, electronic beats, or international pop, there’s…
Egypt has reached 27.7% female representation in parliament in 2025, surpassing both the global average (27.2%) and the MENA average (18.1%). This marks a significant milestone…
