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You&rsquo;ve seen them. Clipped to designer bags, posed in airport selfies, and filling up your feed like a miniature plush invasion. But what exactly are &ldquo;Labubu dolls&rdquo; &mdash; and how did they go from cult collectible to this year&rsquo;s most viral fashion statement?
Originally created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung, Labubu is part mischievous gremlin, part pocket-sized chaos, and somehow &mdash; unexpectedly &mdash; the new luxury-accessory darling of 2025.
And yes, they&rsquo;ve replaced the early 2000&rsquo;s monkey chains.
What started as part of Pop Mart&rsquo;s blind-box universe has now exploded onto the global style scene. Lisa from BLACKPINK, Dua Lipa and even Rihanna have been spotted carrying Labubus, turning them into the It-accessory of the moment. The doll&rsquo;s quirky, slightly eerie charm (think Tim Burton meets kawaii) struck a nerve &mdash; or rather, a vibe. The result? Pop Mart stores from Bangkok to London are being swarmed by collectors, scalpers and Gen Z fans treating them like gold-dust Birkin keychains.
Luxury fashion didn&rsquo;t see it coming &mdash; and now it&rsquo;s everywhere.
Labubu isn&rsquo;t just a toy, it&rsquo;s become a symbol. A strange, soft status marker, especially when clipped to a Dior saddle bag or an MSCHF sneaker drop. TikTok trends, unboxing clips and entire outfit breakdowns now include which Labubu edition you&rsquo;re carrying &mdash; original, painter, jungle or glow-in-the-dark.
Even retail insiders have been stunned. One sneaker store in Australia sold 6,000 units in a month. Resale prices? Up to $600 for rarer drops. As demand surges, so do knockoffs &mdash; dubbed Lafufus by fans &mdash; leading many to warn against buying from unverified sellers.
But beyond the hype, there&rsquo;s something oddly nostalgic about Labubu&rsquo;s success. In a world obsessed with filtered perfection, its weirdness feels refreshing. It&rsquo;s playful, unpredictable, and oddly comforting &mdash; a collector&rsquo;s item that doesn&rsquo;t take itself too seriously.
So is Labubu just another flash-in-the-feed trend? Maybe. But right now, it&rsquo;s not just a doll &mdash; it&rsquo;s a fashion flex. And it&rsquo;s only getting started.
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Is “Labubu” the New Monkey Chain of 2025?

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According to the Egyptian Meteorological Authority, in a statement posted on its official Facebook account, on Monday, 21st of May.
Egypt will experience hot weather during daytime across Greater Cairo, the Delta, South Sinai, and Northern Upper Egypt. The Northern coasts will experience warm temperatures, while Southern Upper Egypt sees extreme heat.
At night, temperatures will drop slightly, offering mild and more comfortable conditions across most parts of the country.
Here are the predicted temperatures for the following cities:
Cairo: 31&deg; C - 19&deg;C
Alexandria: 25&deg;C - 17&deg;C
Sharm El-Sheikh: 35&deg;C - 26&deg;C
Marsa Matruh: 22&deg;C - 18&deg;C
Aswan: 40&deg;C &ndash; 26&deg;C
Luxor: 39&deg;C - 26&deg;C
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Egypt Weather: Hot Mornings and Chilly Nights Across the Nation

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The wait is over! Tom Cruise and The Weeknd shared a moment on the red carpet, a long-awaited moment fans have been hoping for.
Just days earlier, The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) revealed in an interview on &lsquo;The Tonight Show&rsquo;, &nbsp;Starring Jimmy Fallon, that Tom Cruise played a pivotal role in shaping his music career.
A Throwback That Changed Everything
The story goes back to 2015, when Cruise performed The Weeknd&rsquo;s hit song &ldquo;Can&rsquo;t Feel My Face&rdquo; during a memorable appearance on &lsquo;The Tonight Show&rsquo;. The energetic cover was unexpected and unforgettable. Shortly after that moment, the track skyrocketed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100, becoming The Weeknd&rsquo;s first No. 1 hit. Cruise publicly praised the singer on the show, calling him &ldquo;enormously talented.&rdquo;
In his recent interview, The Weeknd describes this moment as a turning point: &ldquo;It actually helped the song,&rdquo; he told Fallon. &ldquo;It helped it peak to the record-breaking top, thanks to him, obviously. To the biggest movie star in the world.&rdquo;
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A Starboy Moment
The Weeknd admitted he had never met Cruise in person. On Fallon&rsquo;s show, he gushed about his favorite Cruise films:
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m a huge Tom Cruise guy. I love The Color Of Money, Vanilla Sky, Rain Man, Eyes Wide Shut, Magnolia, and Mission: Impossible.&rdquo;
To express his appreciation, he even gave Cruise a surprise shoutout by promoting his latest film, &lsquo;Mission: Impossible &ndash; The Final Reckoning&rsquo;, live on air. With a grin, he pulled out a branded cap and read a mock promotion card:
&ldquo;I have nothing to do with this movie &mdash; just returning the favor!&rdquo;
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More Than a Music Star
Since that fateful 2015 performance, The Weeknd has gone on to become one of the biggest global music icons. In addition to &ldquo;Can&rsquo;t Feel My Face,&rdquo; he&rsquo;s earned six more No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, including: &ldquo;Starboy, The Hills, Blinding Lights, Save Your Tears&rdquo;.
He also holds the record for the most songs in Spotify&rsquo;s Billions Club, with 27 tracks surpassing one billion streams each.
A Moment to Remember
From a surprise TV performance in 2015 to a&nbsp; Cannes Film Festival red carpet meeting nearly a decade later, the connection between Tom Cruise and The Weeknd is proof of how pop culture moments can ripple across industries. What began as a fun tribute turned into career-defining recognition and now, mutual admiration in person.
Whether on stage or screen, both stars continue to inspire fans around the world. And with their long-awaited encounter finally captured in photos, it&rsquo;s safe to say: some moments are worth the wait.

Tom Cruise and The Weeknd Finally Meet After Years of Mutual Admiration

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According to the Egyptian Meteorological Authority, in a statement posted on its official Facebook account, on Monday, 19th of May.
Egypt will experience Hot weather during the day in Greater Cairo and the Delta region, turning extremely hot in South Sinai and Southern parts of the country.
The Northern coasts will experience warm conditions. By night, temperatures become mild across most areas.
Here are the predicted temperatures for the following cities:
Cairo: 32&deg; C - 18&deg;C
Alexandria: 26&deg;C - 17&deg;C
Sharm El-Sheikh: 39&deg;C - 27&deg;C
Marsa Matruh: 24&deg;C - 18&deg;C
Aswan: 47&deg;C &ndash; 29&deg;C
Luxor: 47&deg;C - 27&deg;C
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Egypt Weather: Scorching Days & Milder Nights

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On May 18th, the world comes together to celebrate International Museum Day&mdash;an annual event that shines a light on the cultural, educational, and historical significance of museums. While the day itself may last only 24 hours, the festivities often extend through the weekend or even the entire week. First launched over 40 years ago, International Museum Day now sees participation from thousands of museums across the globe.
And when it comes to museums, no country tells the story of human civilization quite like Egypt. As the land of pharaohs, pyramids, and ancient wonders, Egypt proudly showcases its rich heritage through an impressive variety of museums, each offering a unique glimpse into its past and present.
If you&rsquo;re planning a visit to Egypt, here are 8 museums you absolutely shouldn&rsquo;t miss:
1. Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
Location: Giza, near the Giza Pyramids
Opened: Soft opening in 2023 (official grand opening expected on 3rd of July)
The Grand Egyptian Museum is set to be the largest archaeological museum in the world. It will house over 100,000 artifacts, including the entire Tutankhamun collection displayed together for the first time. The museum&rsquo;s design blends modern architecture with ancient motifs and offers panoramic views of the pyramids. It also includes advanced conservation labs, immersive exhibitions, and educational centers.
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2. The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC)
Location: Fustat, Old Cairo
Opened: 2021
NMEC offers a comprehensive look at Egyptian civilization across different historical periods&mdash;from prehistoric to modern times. It is best known for housing the Royal Mummies Hall, which showcases the preserved remains of pharaohs like Ramses II and Hatshepsut. The museum is organized by themes (e.g., writing, state, society) rather than just chronology, making it a unique educational experience.
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3. Egyptian Museum in Cairo (Tahrir Museum)
Location: Tahrir Square, Cairo
Opened: 1902
This historic museum was the main home of Pharaonic antiquities for over a century. Its vast collection includes the original Tutankhamun treasures, ancient mummies, statues, and sarcophagi. Although many artifacts are being transferred to the GEM, the Tahrir museum still plays a vital role in Egypt's cultural landscape and will continue to operate as a museum focused on specific periods and themes.
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4. Coptic Museum
Location: Coptic Cairo (next to the Hanging Church)
Opened: 1910
The Coptic Museum preserves Egypt&rsquo;s Christian heritage with a collection of Coptic art, manuscripts, textiles, and stonework that date back to the 3rd to 19th centuries. It tells the story of early Egyptian Christianity and its evolution through Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic rule. The museum is also notable for its beautiful wooden ceilings and ornate architectural features.
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5. Gayer Anderson Museum
Location: Beside the Mosque of Ibn Tulun, Cairo
Opened: 1945
This unique museum was once the home of Major Gayer-Anderson, a British army doctor and orientalist. He lived in this 17th-century house and filled it with Islamic, Persian, and Asian antiquities, as well as personal collections. The house itself is a blend of Islamic architecture and decorative arts, and it&rsquo;s famous for appearing in the James Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me.
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6. Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo
Location: Bab El Khalq, Cairo
Opened: 1903
Regarded as one of the most important Islamic art museums in the world, it features artifacts from various Islamic eras, including the Umayyad, Abbasid, Fatimid, Mamluk, and Ottoman periods. The museum holds over 100,000 items such as rare manuscripts, woodwork, textiles, ceramics, coins, and metalwork. The building itself is a masterpiece of Islamic architectural style.
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7. Royal Jewelry Museum in Alexandria
Location: Zizinia, Alexandria
Opened: 1986
Housed in a former royal palace, this museum displays the jewelry and treasures of the Muhammad Ali dynasty (Egypt&rsquo;s royal family from 1805 to 1952). Exhibits include bejeweled crowns, watches, gold and diamond-encrusted items, and personal belongings of queens and princesses. The building&rsquo;s interiors are richly decorated with stained glass, elaborate ceilings, and elegant mosaics.
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8. Umm Kulthum Museum
Location: Manasterly Palace, Roda Island, Cairo
Opened: 2001
Dedicated to Egypt&rsquo;s iconic singer Umm Kulthum, this museum pays tribute to her life and legendary career. It includes personal items such as her sunglasses, radio, handwritten letters, and concert costumes, along with rare audio recordings and photos. It celebrates her cultural influence on the Arab world and is located in the beautiful 19th-century Manasterly Palace.
Museums in Egypt: More Than Just History
In Egypt, museums go beyond ancient history&mdash;they celebrate art, religion, culture, music, and royal legacy. Whether you're an art enthusiast, history buff, or curious traveler, Egypt offers a diverse museum landscape that&rsquo;s bound to leave a lasting impression.
So this International Museum Day, consider putting Egypt at the top of your travel list&mdash;you&rsquo;ll walk through thousands of years of civilization in just a few unforgettable steps.

International Museum Day: 8 Must-Visit Museums in Egypt That Will Take You Through Time

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Language is a living memory, and nowhere is that more evident than in the words we casually drop into conversation without a second thought. From everyday expressions to the way we address each other, echoes of Ancient Egypt are still etched into modern Egyptian Arabic. These aren&rsquo;t just linguistic leftovers&mdash;they&rsquo;re cultural time capsules that have endured through centuries of invasion, evolution, and reinvention. And while most of us may not realize it, we&rsquo;ve been speaking the language of the Pharaohs all along.
Take the word "Set" or "St", for example. In Ancient Egyptian, it simply meant woman or lady. Fast forward thousands of years, and we&rsquo;re still using it when we say "el-Set" to refer to a woman&mdash;especially with a tone of respect.
Then there&rsquo;s "Si", a word once used to address men. Historically, Egyptian women called their husbands "Si" followed by the man&rsquo;s name&mdash;a tradition that lingered well into the 20th century and still surfaces in some rural or older settings today.
And perhaps most poetic of all is "Mrati". Rooted in the ancient word "Mr" meaning my beloved, with "t" marking the feminine and "i" denoting possession, the term translates to my wife&mdash;a romantic expression that, remarkably, still finds its place in modern Egyptian dialect.
These aren&rsquo;t just quirks of language&mdash;they&rsquo;re living proof that history isn&rsquo;t always buried. Sometimes, it speaks directly through us.

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