Cynthia Erivo received a prolonged standing ovation at the first London preview of her one-woman stage adaptation of Dracula at the Noël Coward Theatre on February 7, 2026. In this ambitious West End production, she portrays 23 different characters from Bram Stoker’s novel, from Mina Murray and Jonathan Harker to Van Helsing and Count Dracula, […]
Turkey and Singapore have officially announced that Thursday, February 19, 2026, will mark the first day of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Both countries used astronomical calculations, rather than requiring an actual sighting of the crescent moon, to determine the start of the lunar month. Their respective religious authorities found that the crescent would […]
Pop star Britney Spears has sold the rights to her entire music catalogue to music publisher Primary Wave, meaning the company will now own her stake in many of her biggest songs, including hits like “…Baby One More Time,” “Oops!… I Did It Again” and “Lucky.” The transaction was finalized at the end of December […]
Dubai International Airport (DXB) reported a historic year in 2025, handling more than 95.2 million passengers, a 3.1 % increase compared to 2024 and the highest annual international traffic ever recorded by any airport. The airport consistently hit record levels, including its busiest day, month (December), quarter and full year, while maintaining smooth operations and […]
Bad Bunny’s 2026 Super Bowl LX halftime performance at Levi’s Stadium was a historic and culturally rich show that blended his biggest hits with powerful visuals and special moments. The Puerto Rican artist became the first male solo Latino headliner and delivered a 13-minute set primarily in Spanish that celebrated his heritage, community and unity […]
iFX EXPO Dubai 2026 officially kicks off today at the Dubai World Trade Centre, reinforcing Dubai’s status as a leading hub for fintech and online trading in the MENA region. The event has grown into a major global gathering, drawing over 10,000+ visitors, 200+ exhibitors, and 150+ speakers from around the world. Attendees will find […]
Bad Bunny headlined the Super Bowl LX Apple Music Halftime Show at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on February 8, 2026, delivering a colourful and culturally rich 13-minute performance that doubled as a love letter to his Puerto Rican roots. The Puerto Rican reggaeton star, clad in an all-white outfit, transformed the stage with scenes […]
Officials from the Sharjah Ports and Border Points Organising Committee visited the Al Rawdah border crossing in Oman to coordinate joint efforts aimed at making trade between the UAE and the Sultanate more efficient. During the talks, both sides agreed to standardise procedures, unify operational systems and enhance coordination between police, customs, agriculture and other […]
Dubai Culture and Arts Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Spotify to strengthen collaboration across the music and wider creative sectors, marking a first-of-its-kind public–private partnership in the emirate. The agreement aims to expand opportunities for emerging musicians and local talent by supporting their development, increasing their visibility on global platforms, and […]
Before the city wakes up, Dubai’s streets will once again belong to runners. The Dubai Marathon returns on February 1, 2026, celebrating its 25th anniversary with a sunrise race through some of the emirate’s most iconic landmarks. First launched in 1998, the Dubai Marathon has earned a reputation as one of the world’s fastest races, thanks to its famously […]