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November 29, 2012

Artists at work: Ange (second from left) and fellow artists engrossed in their creations
12:40 GMT

A Dubai art studio is not only helping people with special needs unleash their creativity but is also empowering them to carve their own niche in society.

Mohammad Huneidi
11:43 GMT

Egyptian actor Mohammad Huneidi is trying his hand at presenting in new show 'Lahzat Shak' (A Moment of Doubt).

See the world’s best skydiving fanatics as they hope to land top spot at the World Parachute Championships in Dubai (Photo Courtesy: World Parachute Championships in Dubai 2012 )
10:46 GMT

The action-packed World Parachute Championship kicks off in Dubai.

Cairo International Film Festival.
10:35 GMT

It was the first film festival to be launched in the Arab world, but sadly — due to political unrest and economic instability — the future of Ciff remains uncertain.

Dubai based events manager, Sameer Khan.
10:07 GMT

Dubai-based events director Sameer Khan is venturing into Bollywood with a UAE-set film titled Dollars.

Hani Shaker
09:31 GMT

The Egyptian songster pans singers that turn to commercials for cash but accidentally insults his BFF in the process.

Sulaf Fawakherji
08:51 GMT

The pro-regime Syrian actress says her house maid conspired to kidnap her and give her up to the opposition.

The offers are pouring in for Fifi Abdou
08:37 GMT

The end of the year offers no rest and relaxation for controversial belly dancer, FiFi Abdou, who is rushed off her feet with a jam-packed work schedule.

Wael Jassar isn't happy with recent rumors about his marriage
07:57 GMT

For celebs in the Arab world there's no escaping the rumor mill but Wael Jassar says he draws the line when it comes to his wife and kids.

Kim Kardashian is coming to Bahrain (Photo courtesy of Facebook)
06:17 GMT

Bahraini MPs failed to push through a resolution to stop U.S. reality TV star Kim Kardashian from visiting the Gulf country, a newspaper reported on Wednesday.

November 28, 2012

Steven Tyler/Nicki Minaj.
13:08 GMT

The controversial songstress set to hit the UAE this December has blasted rocker, Steven Tyler, for making a "racist comment" about her.

Collage of works from Women of Egypt. Courtesy of Marwa Morgan.
12:36 GMT

A new exhibition in Cairo, Women of Egypt, explores their struggles, strength and hopes.

Liqa Sweidan and Hussein Fahmi
11:53 GMT

The divorced pair squash rumors that they might be getting back together.

Ghada Abdel Raziq with ex-husband, Mohammad Foudah
11:10 GMT

The couple decide to split after months of rumored discord between the pair.

Hind Sabri is said to be expecting her second child
09:58 GMT

The Tunisian actress is expecting her second child.