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Virtual Eid concerts

Submitted by hams.saleh on Thu, 2020-05-21 15:12

You might not get to experience the thrill of physically attending a gig this Eid, with families staying at home amid the coronavirus pandemic. However, here is a list of some virtual concerts you can enjoy during the holiday as you self-isolate.

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The renowned Saudi singer, known as the “Artist of the Arabs,” will perform on May 27 at 11 p.m. Saudi time on MBC’s online streaming platform Shahid.

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Mohammed Abdo
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The Saudi-Bahraini singer will perform on May 27 at 10 p.m. in a virtual concert streamed on Shahid.

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Rashed Al-Majed
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The Lebanese superstar teased fans with a short video on Instagram announcing she will perform her Eid concert live on her YouTube channel. Tune in on May 26 at 8 p.m. Saudi time.

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Nancy Ajram
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The Lebanese star will thrill audiences with her energetic character on May 28 at 10 p.m. Saudi time. She is expected to go live on Shahid.

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Najwa Karam
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The Egyptian singer announced on Twitter this week that he will perform his second online concert during Eid. Ashour is yet to announce the date and time of the gig, which is expected to be streamed on YouTube.

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Thursday, May 21, 2020 - 15:00

Ramadan TV catchup

Submitted by hams.saleh on Tue, 2020-05-19 10:49

If you haven’t gotten around to watching any Ramadan TV yet, fret not – we’ve filtered through to bring you the top series talked about online, as per latest data released by Twitter MENA. Binge-watch in order?

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Love it or hate it, this Mohamed Ramadan starrer has been the talk of the socials this season. If you’re a fan of his work, it’s worth catching up on this drama.

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‘El-Brince’
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Nasser Al-Qasabi’s comedy has attracted its fair share of controversy online due to some of the topics explored. But that doesn’t mean viewers haven’t been tuning in.

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‘Makhraj 7’
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The feel-good show of the season comes in the form of this UAE reality TV series based on an anonymous character called Ghaith, who travels the region to help those less fortunate.

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‘Qalby Etmaan’
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Well-known media figures have slated it; some of the public have called for its cancelation. But the thing with MBC’s big hit is that it’s impossible to look away from Galal’s pranks on the Arab world’s biggest celebs.

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You just need to search for its hashtag to see the conversation surrounding Umm Haroun, some of which some commentators have said has been massively blown out of proportion. We’ll leave it to your judgement.

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Somewhat the sleeper hit of the season, this drama starring the Egyptian superstar Yousra has received great reviews on social media.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020 - 10:30

6 hummus recipes to try at home

Submitted by hams.saleh on Wed, 2020-05-13 13:41

In celebration of World Hummus Day, here are some delicious hummus recipes you can make at home.

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If you have never tried hummus, then we would suggest you start with the classic recipe. You will need chickpeas, tahini, garlic, cumin and lemon. 

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Classic hummus
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This bright pink creamy hummus is a party favorite. You will only need to add beetroot to your classic hummus recipe.  

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Beetroot hummus
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This chickpea dish is quite a popular mezze on Middle Eastern tables and is worth the hype. It does require a few more steps than other recipes, but it will sure keep you full. 

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Hummus with beef
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If you want to get creative with your hummus, then try the pumpkin-infused appetizer. It is best served with pita bread.  

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Pumpkin hummus
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If you love spicy food, then the roasted pepper hummus is the one for you. All you need to do is roast bell peppers and blend with the classic hummus mix. 

 

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You do not need cheese dip when you can have avocado hummus. Add avocados to your hummus recipe and enjoy the creamy appetizer with tortilla chips.

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Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - 13:30