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Paris Fashion Week’s Unforgettable Moments
Paris Fashion Week’s Unforgettable Moments

The Autumn-Winter women’s Fashion Week in Paris, concluding on Tuesday, was marked by unforgettable moments, ranging from grace and oddity to controversy and spectacle. At the heart of the Paris Fashion Week runways, seven events particularly captured attention, showcasing the diversity and creative richness of the fashion world. From tender ...

‘Ephemeral Lands:’ Salah Missi’s Solo Exhibition
‘Ephemeral Lands:’ Salah Missi’s Solo Exhibition

In the heart of Beirut, an art event poised to challenge perceptions and invite introspection is set to open its doors. "Ephemeral Lands," the latest solo exhibition by Lebanese visual artist Salah Missi, promises an evening of artistic exploration and cultural reflection at the no/mad utopia gallery on Thursday, March 7, from 6 PM to 9 PM. This ...

Frédéric Chopin, A Poet's Soul (2/2)
Frédéric Chopin, A Poet's Soul (2/2)

  Among the luminaries of 19th-century European music, Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) stands out as the undisputed "poet of the piano." He deliberately focused on the piano, the king of instruments, to delve into and elevate the nuanced emotions of Romantic music—ranging from passion and melancholy to rebellion, despair and exuberance. His ...

Bollywood Shines in Paris with ‘Devda'
Bollywood Shines in Paris with ‘Devda'

  Following the triumph of Bharati, Bollywood makes a blazing return to European stages with Devdas, a captivating musical spectacle led by Bhavna Pani. Indian cinema continues to weave its web beyond its borders, this time capturing the European imagination with the launch of Devdas, a musical comedy based on the eponymous film that ...

”Émotions Florissantes” by Aline Abi Fadel
”Émotions Florissantes” by Aline Abi Fadel

Émotions Florissantes (Flourishing Emotions) by Aline Abi Fadel will be held from March 1st to the 15th at Maher Attar’s studio. This exhibition offers a journey into the heart of abstract expressionism, exploring the realm of emotions through a unique play of colors and shapes. The works in this collection celebrate the human experience, with ...

Miyake's Enveloping Silhouettes at Paris Fashion Week
Miyake's Enveloping Silhouettes at Paris Fashion Week

At Paris Fashion Week on Friday, the Japanese fashion house Issey Miyake, steadfastly grounded in its approach yet pairing the most sophisticated designer dresses with casual footwear, ventured into the realm of unusual color combinations and embraced a highly eclectic "mix and match" philosophy for its women's fashion show. Satoshi Kondo, the ...

Frédéric Chopin: A Poet's Soul (1/2)
Frédéric Chopin: A Poet's Soul (1/2)

  Among the luminaries of 19th-century European music, Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) stands out as the undisputed 'poet of the piano.' He deliberately focused on the piano, the king of instruments, to delve into and elevate the nuanced emotions of Romantic music — ranging from passion and melancholy to rebellion, despair, and exuberance. His ...

Bassam Geitani's \
Bassam Geitani's "Dans le creux du chaos" Echoes

In a world where art stands as a testament to the tumults of our era, renowned Lebanese artist Bassam Geitani invites us into profound introspection through his exhibition Dans le creux du chaos (In the Hollow of Chaos) at the Galerie Janine Rubeiz. Nadine Majdalani Begdache beckons art enthusiasts to the opening on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. The ...

The Italian Cinematic Landscape Mourns Paolo Taviani's Loss
The Italian Cinematic Landscape Mourns Paolo Taviani's Loss

Listen to the article   Renowned Italian filmmaker Paolo Taviani, celebrated for his compelling biographical drama Padre Padrone, which clinched the prestigious Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday, February 29, 2024. Roberto Gualtieri, the mayor of Rome, announced the news.  Paolo Taviani ...

Ryan Gosling to Sing \
Ryan Gosling to Sing "I'm Just Ken" at Oscars

In an exciting announcement for movie and music fans alike, Ryan Gosling is set to perform live at the upcoming Oscars ceremony. The Academy Award-nominated star, renowned for his role in the cinematic sensation Barbie, will showcase his vocal talents with the power ballad I'm Just Ken at the prestigious March 10 gala. This performance is eagerly ...

Marya Kazoun or the Salvific Beauty of Art
Marya Kazoun or the Salvific Beauty of Art

In Venice, a city in perpetual mutation where beauty remains a constant and luminous evidence of the present moment, Marya Kazoun has made her home. A Lebanese-Canadian born in Beirut, she attended the Protestant College and then the Lebanese American University for a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in interior architecture. She also holds a ...

'Bond in Motion' Striking Exhibition: Iconic Vehicles Unveiled
'Bond in Motion' Striking Exhibition: Iconic Vehicles Unveiled

The iconic Aston Martin DB5, synonymous with James Bond's stylish escapades since its appearance in Goldfinger in 1964, is set to be a centerpiece at the forthcoming Bond in Motion exhibition. This prestigious event is scheduled to be hosted by the International Spy Museum in Washington, DC, with the exhibition opening its doors to the public on ...