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Entertainment At Whose Expense? Shine Bright Like A Diamond Signing And Singing

Netflix announced its decision to change its password sharing policy. Under it, premium and standard plan subscribers will have a primary account and be able to create up to two sub-accounts for those living outside their household. However, this will come at an extra cost, which has caused quite a stir among users. In fact, the streaming giant has already rolled out

Nancy Ajram has been signed by Tiffany & Co. as a brand ambassador, making her the jewellery house’s first Arab brand ambassador. This is definitely not the first or the last time that the Arab world has been in the international spotlight specifically for fashion. Scores of Arab designers are at the global fashion forefront, including Qatari designers such as Ghada Al Subaey who are

Rihanna’s performance at the Super Bowl took the internet by storm. The part where the singer danced to a remixed version of her hit single Rude Boy was undoubtedly a highlight. Accompanied by equally talented backing dancers, RiRi had audiences at the stadium and at home pumped to say the least. The fact that social media is awash with users recreating her dance moves is a the plan in some countries such as Chile and Canada. Netflix is one of the most popular global Over The Top platforms. There’s no doubt that they’ve been doing exceptionally well profits-wise. The only explanation behind their decision can be wanting to rake in higher profits, which raises a question that’s been asked by many before us – how much is enough? going a step further and putting Arab culture in the spotlight. Founder of 1309 Studios, Ghada aspires to present the iconic and elegant abaya to fashion enthusiasts and style-savvy wearers worldwide. Modernising it and making it accessible to every woman. The Arab world, particularly the GCC, has always been revered for its original style and opulence. Now, onwards and upwards! testament to how energetic and addictive the performance was. However, there was something that surpassed this act –Rihanna’s sign language interpreter, Justina Miles. She took the song to a whole new level with her love for not just her job but also music and dance. Videos capturing some reactions from people with hearing disabilities say it all! Interesting what doing one’s job with passion can achieve.

Down with capitalism, we say!

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