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Living life on the edge and in the fast lane has become second nature for stout-hearted Semreen Ahmed who recently conquered her second of the Seven Summits - the highest mountains on each of the continents.

Shoot for the moon

Bahraini Basma Alhashimi has been capturing supermoons from different destinations around the kingdom to highlight the island’s beauty as well as the giant celestial body that shines so bright.

Filming feelings

Videographer and director Ahmed Alawi knows how heavy life can get at times and hopes to help others work through their own burdens by putting his emotions, words and actions in motion for all to see.

Golden tribute to hip-hop stars

Hip-hop is celebrating its 50th birthday this year, and amongst the festivities is a new docuseries honouring the greatest women to ever grace the genre.

Uncovering mysteries in a small town

Award-winning American writer and musician James McBride has published his latest book delving into the secrets sheltered within a small town.