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Adam Lambert Added To Redfest DXB 2016

Following the first announcement of 50 Cent, Rita Ora, Eva Simons and MistaJam last week, the line up continue to get even bigger and better! American Idol-alumni and now currently superstar chart-topper, Adam Lambert will be one of the many international artists performing at Virgin Radio RedFest D…

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Tribeca Movie Mondays: Winter Schedule

Snuggle up with a glass of wine, your favourite people and a classic movie in the NY-style loft setting at Tribeca Movie Mondays as winter sets in. Where: Tribeca Kitchen & Bar, JA Ocean View Hotel, JBR [Google Map here] How much: Approximately AED 670 for 2 [3-course meal with drinks] Cuisine: …

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Should You Watch It? | Burnt Movie Review

Written by: Steven Knight, Michael Kalesniko. Directed by: John Wells. Starring: Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller, Daniel Brühl. Plot The infamous Michelin two-star chef Adam Jones sets out to redeem himself by giving up a life of debauchery. He moves to London and assembles his own team in chase of th…

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50 Cent & Rita Ora Announced For RedFest DXB 2016

Set to take place on 11 and 12 February 2016 at the Dubai Media City Amphitheatre, we suggest you block your calendars now for Virgin Radio RedFest DXB 2016. Fans can pre-register today at www.redfestdxb.com and can expect two days of music from the world’s best hip hop, RnB, pop and EDM superstars.…

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Stay High-Singer Tove Lo Added To Yasalam 2015

The UAE’s biggest free beach music festival will welcome charismatic Swedish songstress Tove Lo alongside local favourites Carl and the Reda Mafia to join superstars in an exciting weekend of diverse and uplifting music on the Corniche. Tove Lo will be performing on Abu Dhabi corniche as part of Yas…

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Ariana Grande Set To Make UAE Debut

Ariana Grande will make her UAE debut in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, December 3, 2015. FLASH Entertainment will be bringing the internationally acclaimed and multi-platinum selling artist to the du Arena, Yas Island over the 44th UAE National Day weekend. Following her worldwide success of the ‘The Honey…

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This, That & Other Nonsense Vol. XXVI: The Right Key | PG Bhaskar

A few days back, the cover of my car key remote peeled off. I had never even considered the possibility of such a thing happening, but there it is. I examined what was left of the key in a fuzzy, woolly-headed kind of way and realized that any sharp thingy could possibly activate it. Scouring …

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Learn To Master The Game Of Minecraft at SIBF 2015

Fans of the worldwide smash hit computer game Minecraft are in for a treat at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2015 taking place this November 4-14 at the Expo Centre, Sharjah. Alex Wiltshire, author of The Minecraft Blockopedia and a computer games expert will be holding a session titled, “Every…

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Should You Watch It? | The Little Prince Review

Written by: Irena Brignull, Bob Persichetti, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (Original Novel) Directed by: Mark Osborne Starring: Jeff Bridges, Rachel Mcadams, James Franco, Marion Cottilard Plot Based on the timeless novella by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince is the legend of an Aviator who cr…

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The Perks of ‘Mad In Heaven’ With PG Bhaskar

Observant, comical and crafty, PG Bhaskar’s latest book ‘Mad In Heaven’ takes readers through the cramped yet airy streets of Chennai in a swirling of love and typical Indian drama. With the language of P.G. Wodehouse, Bhaskar’s satirical commentary tells the story of Priyank…

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Check Out: Dance Troupe The Ripple Effect In Dubai

Residents of the UAE have been fortunate in the past to be treated to world-class entertainment, both internationally and locally. Dubai has witnessed the popping up of several talented groups that have contributed to the performing arts scene . A rising star among them is The Ripple Effect, founded…

6 Games To Look Forward To In 2016
6 Games To Look Forward To In 2016

With the anticipation for the line up of this fall like Star Wars Battlefront, Fallout 4, Halo 5 and more (I’m so pumped for this year). Let’s take a look for some of next year most anticipated games: 1. DOOM The release of this game being teased for a while now, DOOM (Used to be …

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Yas Hails The Dave Matthews Band

Yas Island – It’s been over twenty years since the Dave Matthews Band made their debut but, the band was in full swing as they played to a capacity crowd at the du Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi this past Thursday night. In a performance that was slated to be their kick-off concert to …

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Nissan Launches NISMO For The UAE

Nissan’s world famous motorsport and road car performance brand, NISMO, made its Middle East debut at a spectacular launch event in Dubai, heralding the next step in ‘Innovation that Excites’ for driving enthusiasts across the region. In addition to launching the performance marque, Nissan also conf…

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Should You Watch It? | PAN Review

Run time: 111 mins. Written By: Jason Fuchs, J.M.Barrie (Original Characters). Director: Joe Wright. Starring: Hugh Jackman, Levi Miller, Garrett Hedlund, Rooney Mara. Plot A re-imagination of the origin stories of Peter Pan, the boy who never grew up, and his initial encounters with the people of t…

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This, That & Other Nonsense Vol. XXIV: Nirvana | PG Bhaskar

The requirement these days in banks to use customers’ full names while opening their accounts has made life very difficult for tele-marketing staff. These poor people do not know the customers and have never heard of them before. They are simply given a list of names and phone numbers and are asked …

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Should You Watch It? | Black Mass Review | Johnny Oh Johnny

With the stellar star cast it has, does Black Mass deserve your AED 35? Here’s our Black Mass Review: Basically… The true story of James Whitey Bulger – one of America’s most notorious crime lords from South Boston, and his unholy “alliance’’ with the FBI to bring down an ene…

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What’s Happening? 360 Degrees October Line Up Is Looking Hot

Audio tonic move into their 10th season of events here in Dubai, and this Friday, they officially open the roof terrace with French Mobilee Records man of the moment RODRIGUEZ JR., supported by local duo ARCADE 82 (LIVE after sunset), RICH SHOWELL and tonic founder MR MR! October sees an amazing lin…