Culture
Your Complete Guide To All Official EURO Songs
Dear football fans, get ready to sing your hearts out
by Alexandra Mansilla
29 Jun 2024
Tour de France: What Is the Buzz About?
Briefly about the history and modern editions of the most-watched cycling contest
by Sophie She
26 Jun 2024
Weekend Football Film Marathon: Best Movies To Watch
Discover the behind-the-scenes world of big football
by Alexandra Mansilla
22 Jun 2024
The Future Of Film Photography Culture In the UAE
Retro cameras: live or die? Let’s explore the modern unorthodox trends
by Sophie She
19 Jun 2024
House of the Dragon, Season 2: What To Remember Before Watching
A text for those who have forgotten everything from the previous season
by Ashas Bukhari
19 Jun 2024
The Cooling Breeze Of the Air Conditioner: How To Protect Yourself From It?
AC can be your greatest friend or your worst enemy
by Alexandra Mansilla
18 Jun 2024
My Vipassana Experience In Ras Al-Khaimah: Diary, Part 2
What lessons did the author learn after spending 10 days in total silence and isolation?
by Alena Anishchenkova
17 Jun 2024
Did Bridgerton S3 Scratch the Itch? It Is Not All Good News
The good, the bad, the ugly, let’s talk about Bridgerton season 3
by Bilal Muhammad
14 Jun 2024
My Vipassana Experience In Ras Al-Khaimah: Diary, Part 1
10 days of total silence — what is it like? Spoiler: very hard
by Alena Anishchenkova
13 Jun 2024
Preparing for Eid al-Adha: Gifts To Delight Your Loved Ones
From shoes and caps to the chess roll and Medusa head puzzle
by Ashas Bukhari
13 Jun 2024
Sheeps, Goats, Cows And Camels: The Many Animals Of Eid al-Adha
Learn more about the ritual of Qurbani, important for Muslims all over the world
by Ashas Bukhari
11 Jun 2024
The History Of Eid al-Adha: A Journey Through Tradition And Faith
Let’s take a look at why Eid al-Adha matters to Muslims
by Ashas Bukhari
10 Jun 2024
The Hidden Delicacies In the Sand: What Is the Desert Truffle?
Where to find them and how they differ from regular truffles
by Alexandra Mansilla
7 Jun 2024
Eid al-Adha: What It Is And Traditions to Follow
Key points to know about Eid al-Adha that is around the corner
by Ashas Bukhari
6 Jun 2024
Get Ready To Watch: The Most Anticipated TV Shows Of Summer 2024
'The Bear', ‘House of the Dragon’, ‘The Lady in the Lake’, and more
by Alexandra Mansilla
5 Jun 2024
We Design Beirut: Impressions, Results, And Future
What are the main achievements of WDB, and what will the next edition be like?
by Alexandra Mansilla
4 Jun 2024
Perfect Summer Reads: A Curated List For You
Enjoy these books and spread the word to your friends
by Alexandra Mansilla
1 Jun 2024
Emirati Kids, Does the UAE Feel Like Home To You?
The true essence of growing up in the UAE
by Lamya Roslyn
30 May 2024
8 Movies That Will Definitely Make You Cry
Editorial selection of the best tear-squeezers just for you
by Sophie She
27 May 2024
Stormtroopers, Sonic, And Sand: Movies Featuring the UAE Deserts
You have definitely seen them, but did you realise these are the sands of the UAE?
by Alexandra Mansilla
24 May 2024
Imaginative Archeology: New Exhibition By Dima Srouji
The glassy “ode to the land and its embedded memories”
by Sophie She
17 May 2024
Eating Disorders: What Are the Reasons?
And also, are certain types of people more prone to these disorders?
by Alexandra Mansilla
17 May 2024
'Bridgerton' Season 3: What We Expected And What Was Delivered
Get ready for a lot of surprises the new season has in store for you
by Bilal Muhammad
17 May 2024
Diriyah Biennale: Art After Rain
Artist diaries by Tarek Elkassouf dedicated to the art exhibition in Diriyah
by Tarek Elkassouf
16 May 2024
How To Support Loved Ones Who Are Depressed
Which actions are truly helpful, and which phrases should you avoid?
by Alexandra Mansilla
15 May 2024
New Immersive Digital Realm: AKNEYE Phygital Space By ftNFT 19
What is it, and what mission does it have?
by Sandy Staff
13 May 2024
'A Real Bad Dream', a New Exhibition At Artbooth Gallery
Showcase features the works of Oussama Diab and Wadeei Khaled
by Dianne Apen-Sadler
6 May 2024
MICRO MUTEK.AE: Last Chance To See, Listen And Get Immersed
What is going on at the iconic tech-savvy music festival?
by Sophie She
5 May 2024
Breaking Luxury Real Estate: Villas On The World Islands
Someone will once live on an island with a postcard view of skyscrapers
by Alexandra Mansilla
2 May 2024
Series To Watch If It Is Raining Outside
Stay safe at home and enjoy binge-watching series one after another
by Alexandra Mansilla
2 May 2024
The Art Of the Arab World At the 60th Venice Biennale
Who are the artists representing it, and what are their works about?
by Sasha Adams
30 Apr 2024
Nike Well Festival: What To Wait And How To Prepare
The festival's team unveiled more details about an upcoming event
by Alexandra Mansilla
26 Apr 2024
The Future of Abu Dhabi's Cultural District
What museums and galleries will we see in the coming years?
by Dianne Apen-Sadler
24 Apr 2024
Controller In One Hand, Snack In the Other. What To Eat If You Are a Gamer?
20 snacks to keep at your fingertips while you level up
by Bilal Muhammad
23 Apr 2024
The Loop: 93 km Pedestrian And Cyclist Highway
Legendary project by URB that will make the city more accessible and chill
by Sophie She
19 Apr 2024
Hunting for Property? Try These Real Estate Agents in Dubai
Here are top real estate agencies to help you find your dream home
by Ashas Bukhari
19 Apr 2024
World Art Dubai: All Info In One Place
Become a collector instantly on the upcoming 10th edition of the art fair
by Sophie She
18 Apr 2024
Design Doha: Insights, Predictions, And Impressions
Why the Design Doha Biennale is truly worth checking out
by Alexandra Mansilla
11 Apr 2024
Who Saves And Takes Care Of Turtles In Dubai?
Dive into Dubai's Turtle Rehabilitation Project
by Bilal Muhammad
5 Apr 2024
Ali Cha'aban And Cèline Azem On “The Fifth Wife” Exhibition
How was it made, and what is the deal with ka'ak?
by Alexandra Mansilla
4 Apr 2024
The Flavours Of Eid: Seven Cuisines To Try During Eid al-Fitr 2024
Ouzi, Chicken Mandi, Luqaimat, and more dishes to taste
by Ashas Bukhari
3 Apr 2024
Exploring the Multifaceted Oeuvre Of Rashid Johnson
A journey through artistic innovation and cultural discourse
by Sophie She
2 Apr 2024
Travelling Through Fables. New Exhibition At Louvre Abu Dhabi
It explores anthropomorphic tales from the 8th Century BCE up until the modern day
by Dianne Apen-Sadler
1 Apr 2024
Eid 2024 In the UAE: Traditions To Know About
When to celebrate, what to eat, and where to go
by Ashas Bukhari
29 Mar 2024
Mashrabiya. The True Significance Of Traditional Lattice
What purpose does it serve, and why is it found almost everywhere?
by Alexandra Mansilla
28 Mar 2024
Your Pocket Eid al-Fitr Dictionary
Show off your new vocabulary this Eid
by Ashas Bukhari
27 Mar 2024
Who Crafted Sand Spheres In Diriyah?
Over 1,400 perfectly equal modular pieces create the installation ”From This Earth”
by Alexandra Mansilla
24 Mar 2024
Significance And Traditions Of Eid al-Fitr 2024
Decoding the meaning of Eid: rituals and celebrations
by Ashas Bukhari
22 Mar 2024
Apps That Make Your Art Exploration More Exciting
Be prepared to go down an art "rabbit hole"
by Hayley Alexander
22 Mar 2024
Lamps And Lanterns. The History Lesson
The origins and significance of Islamic lamps
by Sophie She
20 Mar 2024
The Beauty Of Andrea Larsson’s Exclusive Collection For Tanagra
Gorgeous vessels that capture the essence of the holy month
by Sophie She
19 Mar 2024
What Is This Smell? Oud Edition
Uncovering the history and cult behind the most Arabic scent in the world
by Sophie She
18 Mar 2024
"In The Night", the New Exhibition At SAMoCA
Explore the darkest time of the day through the lens of regional artists
by Hala Shah
16 Mar 2024
Expats' Rental Guide: Move To UAE Smoothly
Step-by-step Instructions for finding an apartment in Dubai
by Ashas Bukhari
15 Mar 2024
Wrapped Surfaces: Friends Or Foes?
Discovering the region’s land art potential
by Sophie She
14 Mar 2024
Dubai the Charity City: ‘1 Billion Meals Endowment' Tower
The goodwill alteration to iconic Dubai Skyline
by Sophie She
13 Mar 2024
Where Light And Dark Meet. 'Chiaroscuro' Exhibition
The first showcase curated by Michèle Lamy in the Middle East
by Alexandra Mansilla
11 Mar 2024
Chai, Tea, Cuppa — All About Our Favourite Karak
Why do people need to make karak great again?
by Sophie She
10 Mar 2024
Your Pocket Ramadan Dictionary
Now you are ready to join any conversation about the holy month
by Ashas Bukhari
7 Mar 2024
Fly Long, Watch Long: Series For Travelers
What can entertain you for 5–7 hours on an airplane
by Sophie She
7 Mar 2024
DIFC Art Nights: A Sneak Peek Into the Event
Financial centre is turning into an open-air art space this week
by Sophie She
6 Mar 2024
Sharjah Triennial: Last Chance To See
Plan your spontaneous artsy getaway in Sharjah before 10th of March
by Sophie She
5 Mar 2024
Grab Before It Ends: 'It Lies Beyond' Exhibition
You have two days left to catch Rashid Rana's artwork
by Sophie She
4 Mar 2024
Art Dubai Modern: Talks With Galleries
How the Soviet Union influenced the whole artistic world
by Sophie She
2 Mar 2024
Visit the Desert, See the Crawler. Explore 'Dune 2' In Abu Dhabi
Liwa Desert serves as a stand-in for the planet Arrakis
by Dianne Apen-Sadler
29 Feb 2024
Anticipating Art Dubai 2024: What Is In Stock?
The Sandy Times editorial team had a chat with curators to highlight the best artworks of this year
by Sophie She
28 Feb 2024
Alserkal Art Week: Meaning Behind the Artworks
We tried to find out what artists wanted to express through their work. And we succeeded!
by Sophie She
28 Feb 2024
Inside the AI Film Festival. Interview With Megan Fowkes, Jury Member
How was the shortlist of movies made, and will AI win an Oscar one day?
by Alexandra Mansilla
27 Feb 2024
Listen And Get Lost: Podcasts About MENA Lifestyle
Something delightful to immerse yourself in, no matter what you are doing
by Alexandra Mansilla
27 Feb 2024
Pioneers Of Green Industrial Design In the UAE
See how UAE talents tackle the ecological crisis with innovation and humble resources
by Sana Bun
26 Feb 2024
Let the Alserkal Art Week Begin
Your can't-miss plan for the art week. Save it in your notes and share it with friends
by Sophie She
26 Feb 2024
Astronomical Predictions: Exploring the Ramadan Calendar
A deep dive into how MENA countries calculate Ramadan dates
by Ashas Bukhari
26 Feb 2024
Understanding the Spirit Of Ramadan
Discover the profound significance of Ramadan for Muslims
by Ashas Bukhari
25 Feb 2024
Mocktail: Cocktail Mockery Or Something More?
What does the history of the Cocktail-That-Must-Not-Be-Named look like
by Sophie She
23 Feb 2024
'In Real Time': The Ever-Evolving Exhibition
The exhibition at the NYUAD Art Gallery can change daily or even hourly
by Dianne Apen-Sadler
23 Feb 2024
Magic Of Ramadan In Saudi Arabia
Experiencing the holy month in the birthplace of Islam
by Ashas Bukhari
22 Feb 2024
Same Path, New Creativity: Sikka Is Back
Discover the vibrant local art scene in the alleys of the Al Shindagha Historic Neighborhood
by Hala Shah
22 Feb 2024
'Tashkent: Appropriating Modernism' By Wael Al Awar
Admire the play of old and new in the architecture of Uzbekistan
by Sophie She
21 Feb 2024
A Complete Guide To Ramadan Kareem 2024 In the UAE
Your encyclopedia to the traditions of Islam’s Holiest Month
by Ashas Bukhari
20 Feb 2024
Renewing History: Art Takes Over Jeddah
Revising our looks at the historical part of the city with the help of land art
by Sophie She
19 Feb 2024
The New Ras Al Khaimah Art ‘In Motion’
Our view on a cultural feast unfolding in the eco-capital of the UAE
by Sophie She
17 Feb 2024
Ramadan Through the Sands Of Time
Exploring the historical richness and significance of Ramadan
by Ashas Bukhari
16 Feb 2024
Ramadan 2024: What We Know So Far
Everything we know about the upcoming holy month
by Ashas Bukhari
13 Feb 2024
Architecture Insights: BEEAH Headquarters By Zaha Hadid
How the dunes of Al Sajaa desert inspired the state-of-the-art smart building
by Sophie She
5 Feb 2024
An Artistic Oasis Amidst Urban Hustle: XVA Gallery
XVA Gallery is not just a gallery; it is also a hotel and café
by Alexandra Mansilla
5 Feb 2024
Architecture Insights: The Story Behind Abu Dhabi’s Pineapple-Looking Buildings
Exploring what Al Bahar Towers are made of and how they cope with extreme heat
by Sophie She
4 Feb 2024
Abu Dhabi Travel Guide: What To See, Do, And Admire In the Capital
From cultural centres and awe-inspiring architecture to the world's fastest rollercoaster
by Ashas Bukhari
4 Feb 2024
Cultural Festivals In the UAE: a Traveller's Must-See Guide
Explore the UAE's diverse culture through these festivals
by Ashas Bukhari
4 Feb 2024
Exploring the UAE Through Books
Buckle up, bookworms, it's a page-turning joyride
by Yaseen Dockrat
4 Feb 2024
Architecture Insights: The Most Beautiful Mosques In the UAE
Exploring the Emirates' most beautiful places of worship
by Yaseen Dockrat
4 Feb 2024
Architecture Insights: SUPER LIMBO Transformates the Sharjah Mall
The creative touch of Limbo Accra and Super Yaya brings the unfinished Sharjah Mall back to life
by Sophie She
4 Feb 2024
Must-Watch Movies About the UAE
Six movies that help you immerse yourself in the culture of the UAE
by Yaseen Dockrat
4 Feb 2024