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Dubai Hosts First Afro Indoor Summer Festival This Saturday

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This Saturday, August 9, Zabeel Hall 6 at Dubai World Trade Centre is turning up the heat — indoors. Dubai is set to host its first-ever Afro Indoor Summer Festival, a bold, colorful celebration of African culture, creativity, and community. It’s a fresh experience, one the city hasn’t seen before.

“Dubai is known for its mix of cultures, but this time, Africa’s the one in the spotlight. And this isn’t some event, it’s totally different. The music, the energy, the food, the people, it’s Africa showing up and showing off, in the best way.”

What makes this one different? It’s not a one-note concert or a pop-up market. It’s a full-scale, all-day celebration of African identity open to everyone, indoors, and built for summer. You walk in,and boom, it hits you. The music, the people, the energy, it’s like stepping right into the heart of the African culture.

Here’s what’s going down:

Afrobeat artists lighting up the stage, DJs spinning tracks that’ll move your whole body, dance crews bringing fire with every step. Style & Fashion showcases featuring African designers and brands.  An Afro Bazaar, packed with handmade goods, accessories, and beauty products from across the continent. A vibrant food zone, serving jollof, suya, injera, samosas, the real flavors of Africa. Cultural corners and panel talks exploring entrepreneurship, identity, and African innovation. And yes, it’s family-friendly. Kids’ areas, seating zones, and something for every age group are part of the plan.

Not Just for Africans — For Everyone

Whether you are an Arab, African, Latino, Asian, or European, you’re welcome here. The organizers are focused on community, not exclusivity. You don’t need to know the music or speak a certain language. show up, be open, and take it all in. Beyond the entertainment, this festival is about visibility. For Africans living in Dubai, it’s a piece of home. For others, it’s a doorway into a rich culture that’s often celebrated globally, but not always locally. Expect authenticity. Expect energy. Expect a crowd that feels like family, even if you walk in alone.T

The Details

 

Where: Zabeel Hall 6, Dubai World Trade Centre

When: Saturday, August 9

Tickets: Available online and at the door

Dress Code: Afro-chic encouraged — but come as you are. Whether you’re coming for the music, the marketplace, or the food, this festival is about connection. So bring your crew, bring your kids, or just bring your curiosity.Dubai’s never had a day like this. Don’t miss it.

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Best Dressed at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival

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Every summer, Venice transforms into the world’s stage for cinema, and the 82nd Venice International Film Festival is no exception. Running from August 27 to September 6, 2025, this year’s edition promises breathtaking fashion, big movie premieres, and enough drama to keep the fans excited. But let’s talk about the best dressed at the opening of this year’s edition.

 

Alam and George Clooney at 82nd Venice International Film Festival— Getty Image

The week began with Amal Clooney, who easily became the talk of the festival. She stepped onto the carpet in a vintage fuchsia gown from 1995, paired with Cartier jewels, and standing proudly beside her, George Clooney kept it classic in black.

 

Emma Stone at Venice – Getty Image

Then came Emma Stone, who took everyone unaware proving that even an arrival could be a fashion moment. She came into Venice by boat in a sleek Louis Vuitton little black dress with lace detail.  A dramatic modern entrance.

 

Cate  Blanchett at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival- Getty Image

Cate Blanchett reminded us why she’s a red carpet queen. She rewore her jeweled Armani gown first seen in 2022, and somehow it looked even more iconic this time around. Cate made sustainability look glamorous, and the fashion world loved it.

 

Heidi Klum and her daughter Leni Klum at Venice International Film Festival-Instagram

Heidi Klum brought extra sparkle to the red carpet by turning it into a family affair. She and her daughter Leni Klum wore a matching corseted gown hers in pink while her daughter, in black version. Showing us how spectacular coordinated looks can be.

 

Kim Kardashian at the Venice International Film Festival Photo by Stefano Mazzola/GC Images

And of course, Kim Kardashian was impossible to miss. Her dramatic hooded black gown instantly went viral online the instant she was spotted. She paired the look with sleek stilettos and dark cat-eye sunglasses, and the internet couldn’t stop talking about it.

With Amal’s vintage gown, Emma’s boat-side chic, Cate’s couture repeat, the Klums’ coordinated glamour, and Kim’s show-stopping couture, the Venice Film Festival 2025  is reminding the world that Venice isn’t just about films. It’s about style, spectacle, and unforgettable moments. This year, the city once again is proving it is the perfect stage for cinema and fashion to shine together.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Are Officially Engaged!

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Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint Instagram post with the playful caption, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.” The news came as a surprise as many people were expecting more details on Taylor’s new album “The Life of a Show Girl.”Minutes after the announcement, it spread across social media, amassing millions of likes and congratulatory comments from fans, friends, and fellow celebrities.

Photo: @ Taylor Swift – Instagram

Kelce proposed in a floral garden, it was a private yet romantic atmosphere. The ring was customized by Kindred Lubeck of Artifex Fine Jewelry, rumored to be worth $550,000 to $1,000,000. The diamond is an Old Mine brilliant cut stone. Swift wore a sleeveless white and black striped Ralph Lauren midi sundress with a ruched bodice, she accessorized with a Cartier diamond watch.

Their story began in 2023, when Kelce attempted to give Swift a friendship bracelet with his phone number during her Eras Tour stop in Kansas City. Though the gesture didn’t go as planned, they eventually connected. Soon after, Swift was spotted cheering him on at NFL games, and their romance quickly became public.

Photo: @Taylor Swift- Instagram

The news of their engagement sparked a wave of reactions. Patrick and Brittany Mahomes, close friends of the couple, shared their excitement online, with Brittany posting that they are “just so happy” for Swift and Kelce. Fans have also expressed their excitement and sentiment, noting how steady the relationship has appeared since its early days.

Photo: @Taylor Swift -Instagram

Together, Swift and Kelce have become a cultural phenomenon. Their relationship boosts interest in both the NFL and Taylor Swift’s music, with more people watching football when she’s at games and more attention on her tours. As a pair, they bring together fans from both sports and music, cementing their place as a power couple.

For Swift and Kelce, this engagement opens a new chapter in their journey together.

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North West Channels Aunt Kylie Jenner While Out with Kim.  

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North West debuts bold blue hair and edgy outfits in Rome with Kim Kardashian, drawing comparisons to Kylie Jenner and sparking online debate.

North West, the first daughter of Kim Kardashian aged 12 has sent the internet on a spin for her bold fashion choices after she was spotted with her mom, Kim in Rome.

North obviously got inspired by her aunt Kylie Jenner who was known for experimenting with blue hair in her 20s. North finally stepped out in blue hair which was tied in two sleek ponytails as she and her mom cruised in Rome and this has everyone talking.

Kylie Jenner in 2019 with blue hair

Kylie Jenner in 2019 with blue hair

In the first sighting, North wears a strapless corset top with a metallic pleated mini skirt with little lace detailing attached to it. She wears a chunky, combat boot that stops at her knees and for accessories, she styles a black handbag, a clear framed glass and minimal jewelry.

North West and Kim in Rome

North West and Kim in Rome

Her mom, Kim on the other hand wears a simple black satin dress with tiny straps and a deep neckline. For accessories, she uses a silver choker necklace, a statement pendant necklace and black heels.

The second time they are sighted, North wears a denim jacket with matching pleated denim mini skirt, she also wears black tights, lace socks and chunky white sneakers. She finishes off with clear framed glasses and a silver statement necklace.

Kim Kardashian and daughter, North West

Kim Kardashian and daughter, North West

Kim Kardashian wears a sleek, body con dress with a plunge neckline and high slit. For accessories, she uses a silver cross necklace and a black handbag and finishes off the look with black sunglasses and strappy heels.

Fans and in fact the internet are divided at this point. While some wonder about how grown North looks, others feel her dressing for her age is inappropriate while some others are calling out her father and asking him to take responsibility for his daughter.

While the internet continues to go back and forth, we guess that North West is having a swell time with her mom in Rome. Here’s a video of them showing off their outfits:

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