Cosmopolitan Middle East

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How we got our jobs as founders of Shake Your Plants

21 hours ago | cosmopolitanme.com | Quinn Catabui

Let’s face it: we don’t have enough time in the day to actually be healthy. Like many others out there trying to juggle the hustle and bustle of life, we sometimes forget the most basic things like, oh, I don’t know, drinking enough water? Thankfully, in the UAE, we have one female-founded company that answers that very dilemma. Enter Shake Your Plants (aka your new hydration BFF), a startup making sure your daily H2O comes with a side of vitamins, superfoods, and zero guilt.
The Blackpink star was spotted with the Palestinian twins at Coachella

23 hours ago | cosmopolitanme.com | Quinn Catabui

We’ve always known that the Palestinian twins, Simi and Haze Khadra, have quite a close circle of star-studded friends in the industry. But one friendship that still surprises some fans? Their close bond with none other than BLACKPINK’s Jennie. The K-pop icon and global singer recently broke the internet (again, not surprised) with a stellar performance of her recently released solo song ‘Like JENNIE’ at Coachella.
The Egyptian star is launching a beauty brand in the Middle East

1 day ago | cosmopolitanme.com | Quinn Catabui

You know her, you’ve double tapped her ‘fits on Instagram. Now, Zayneb Azzem, she’s bound to enter a new era in her life. The Egyptian–Turkish influencer and actress is *officially* stepping into the world of make-up moguls with the launch of her very own beauty brand, Ziya by Z. And tbh? We saw it coming. The fashion icon, influencer, model, and now entrepreneur, recently announced that she is building a new beauty brand empire in the region.
May Elghety just had the dreamiest wedding at the River Nile

1 day ago | cosmopolitanme.com | Quinn Catabui

Mabrook! The Egyptian actress, May Elghety, just tied the knot with what might be the most picture-perfect wedding ever. The actress, known for her award-winning performances in NADA, Tayea, and Zodiac (to name a few) revealed that she got married over the weekend and naturally it was one for the books. According to insiders, the actress married a British doctor named Andreas Braun, on April 19, 2025, in an intimate, yet equally aesthetic reception at Cairo’s St. Regis Hotel.
Here's what you *need* to wear to the BRED Abu Dhabi festival

1 day ago | cosmopolitanme.com | Quinn Catabui

Festival season is officially here and that means one thing, and one thing only: you *need* some serious fashion inspo. We’re talking about fashion that fits the rave and the high-octane energy of the BRED Abu Dhabi Festival (Usher and queen Raye we’re coming!). With the the global pop-stars coming this weekend, there’s nothing like a quick last minute fashion inspo from the girlies of the UAE.
Who is Omer Elsarrag? Meet the everyone's new internet boyfriend

6 days ago | cosmopolitanme.com | Quinn Catabui

Uhm, it seems everyone has found a new internet boyfriend to fawn over, and tbh, we’re catching up with the bandwagon. Wattpad girls know Lucky Blue Smith was the It-boy of the generation, then came Euphoria’s Jacob Elordi, Seventeen’s Mingyu, and a whole hefty list of charming men. But, we’re sorry to say, but please move aside, boys; we have new man in town who’s taking over. Meet Omer Elsarrag, the Sudanese man who won the hearts of TikTok girls.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps UAE release

6 days ago | cosmopolitanme.com | Quinn Catabui

We’ve had endless editions of the iconic superhero group The Fantastic Four over the last, give or take, 15 years. But true comic girlies know that the next rendition of the Marvel Studio’s movie project will be twice, nay, thrice as better. This time, however, the first family superhero group is coming a tad bit different to what we saw as kids. And, high-key, the comic-obsessed girl in everyone is already excited for what’s coming. Obviously, its going to be fanstastic, pun intended.
Here's what you *need* to wear to the OFF LIMITS festival

6 days ago | cosmopolitanme.com | Quinn Catabui

Festival season is officially here and that means one thing, and one thing only: you *need* some serious fashion inspo. We’re talking about fashion that fits the rave and the high-octane energy of the Club Social concert (Usher and queen Raye we’re coming!). With the the global pop-stars coming this weekend, there’s nothing like a quick last minute fashion inspo from the girlies of the UAE.
Right this way for shoes and bags needing some TLC

1 week ago | cosmopolitanme.com | Kate Simmons

Okay, real talk – our shoes and bags take a lot of hits. Whether it’s your sneakers looking a little too “lived-in” or your go-to handbag with coffee stains and mystery marks (we’ve all been there), sometimes our fave pieces just need a little love. Instead of tossing them in the back of your closet and pretending they don’t exist, why not give them a proper refresh?
Everything that's set to go down at the Saudi Film Festival

1 week ago | cosmopolitanme.com | Phoebe Pierce

The eleventh edition of the Saudi Film Festival is back, and the stars of Saudi cinema are ready to roll out to the red carpet. We’re here to support Saudi artists, filmmakers, and actors. At the Saudi Film Fest, you will support Saudi filmmakers and engage with them post-film viewing to help strengthen their connection to their audience.