Lone ‘Free Palestine’ protestor disrupts Spirit Awards

A lone protestor with a loudspeaker took to the barricades during the Independent Spirit Awards held at Santa Monica Beach in the US on Sunday evening. (AFP)
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Updated 26 February 2024
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Lone ‘Free Palestine’ protestor disrupts Spirit Awards

DUBAI: A lone protestor with a loudspeaker took to the barricades during the Independent Spirit Awards held at Santa Monica Beach in the US on Sunday evening to chant, “Free Palestine! Ceasefire Now,” repeatedly.

According to a report in Deadline, the chants continued through most of the show, to the point where comedian Jim Gaffigan remarked on stage, “That’s my Dad!”

When “Fremont” director Babak Jalali was accepting the John Cassavetes Award, he said: “There are people speaking outside, and whatever they’re saying, I think it’s far more important than what I’m about to say. I’m so inspired by what they’re saying outside.”


Malika El-Maslouhi ushers in spring in Maje

Updated 22 February 2026
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Malika El-Maslouhi ushers in spring in Maje

DUBAI: Moroccan Italian model Malika El-Maslouhi is the embodiment of relaxed in Parisian label Maje’s Spring-Summer 2026 campaign.

The model took to Instagram to share shots from the campaign. Set against a minimalist concrete backdrop, El-Maslouhi is seen wearing a green and white striped knit cardigan paired with wide-leg, speckled denim and chunky black boots, creating a chic contrast between casual comfort and fashion-forward styling. The oversized brown leather bag slung under her arm adds a touch of understated luxury.

She captioned the post, “Spring renaissance.”

Meanwhile, El-Maslouhi ended 2025 on a strong note with a holiday campaign for the French luxury label Guerlain.

In a photo shared on the brand’s Instagram page, the 27-year-old model, who has become a favorite on international runways, wore the limited-edition Rouge G lipstick from Guerlain’s Tale of Wonders Holiday Collection in shade G 877. She was also pictured holding the lipstick alongside the matching limited-edition Rouge G Stellar case.

In August 2025, she was the face of Anthropologie’s 2026 resort-wear campaign. The line blended breezy elegance with playful details, including jewel-toned maxi dresses, sleek black knitted dresses, and form-fitting satin gowns that would be perfect for date night.

El-Maslouhi has previously starred in Anthropologie’s summer campaigns. The catwalk star was photographed posing pool and beachside in pieces from Anthropologie’s summer offering, which included ready-to-wear, swimwear and accessories.

Earlier in the year, El-Maslouhi starred in Saint Levant’s music video for the song “Exile,” directed by Algerian-French filmmaker Lyna Zerrouki. The video, which explores themes of longing, loss and hope, features El-Maslouhi against a striking blue backdrop, seemingly falling through the air.

El-Maslouhi, born in Milan to a Moroccan father and an Italian mother, began her modeling career at the age of 18. She has since appeared on runways for international fashion houses including Dior, Chanel, Valentino and Jacquemus, gracing the catwalks of New York, London, Milan and Paris fashion weeks. Over the years, she has walked for brands such as Ulla Johnson, Prabal Gurung, David Koma, Boss, Missoni, Messika and more.

 

She has also featured in campaigns for brands such as Calvin Klein, Off-White and Lanvin, expanding her portfolio across both luxury and contemporary fashion.

 

In 2022, she was awarded the Model of the Year in Italy title.