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Thousands Take Over Sheikh Zayed Road for Dubai Run 2025

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Yesterday morning, Dubai started off differently. Sheikh Zayed Road turned into a bright blue wave of participants replacing the usual rush-hour traffic. A record-breaking 307,000 runners filled the 14-lane highway for Dubai Run 2025, presented by Mai Dubai.  Now in its seventh year, the event lived up to its title as the world’s largest free community run and was one of the best parts of this year’s Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC).

Families, first-time runners, seasoned athletes, and casual joggers were out and prepared for the event early in the morning. The procession began with police supercars and passed some of Dubai’s most well-known sites, including the Dubai Water Canal, the Museum of the Future, and the Burj Khalifa. The celebration began at 6:30 a.m. with the raising of the UAE flag. Also, paragliders and aerial paramotors lit up the sky with fireworks in the national colours to mark the build-up to National Day.

 

Parachutes soared overhead, trailing pyrotechnics that painted the morning sky in the colours of the UAE flag. — gulf news.com

The atmosphere throughout the morning was energetic. The start line was adorned with UAE flags for Eid Al Etihad, while giant LED puppets, warrior drum crews, marching bands, stilt walkers, DJs from UNTOLD, and celebrity MCs Kris Fade and Katie Overy kept the energy high. Cooling mist, bubble arches, and festive mascots, were given to those who ran until the end.

Participants chose between two routes: a family-friendly 5km heading through Downtown Dubai to Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, and a more challenging 10km stretching along Sheikh Zayed Road to DIFC Gate. Shafeek Hassan and his friends participated in the event for the sixth time, and families such as Ijaz Jamile’s, who also completed the Dubai Ride earlier this month, returned for the DFC. Runners brought playful touches too, including Zam and his colleagues dressed as fruits promoting healthy eating.

 

Ijaz Jamile and his family of four make Dubai Run an annual tradition. — gulf news.com

Saeed Hareb, the general secretary of Dubai Sports Council praised the turnout as a powerful display of unity in the UAE’s Year of Community, while DFRE CEO Ahmed Al Khaja noted that the event presents Dubai as a global wellness destination.

With the Dubai Run now complete, DFC 2025 moves toward its grand finale: Dubai Yoga on 30 November at Zabeel Park.

 

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Cardi B and Stefon Diggs Seen Arguing Outside Coffee Shop

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Cardi B and Stefon Diggs were involved in a heated exchange outside a coffee shop and gym in Burtonsville, Md., on May 14, 2026. The public clash came three days after the two appeared affectionate together at Diggs’ Diggs Deep Foundation Mother’s Day event In Washington, D.C., where they were seen together. At the event, Diggs kissed Cardi on the cheek and put his arm around her waist.

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Videos circulating on social media, first published by TMZ, show the rapper, and the NFL wide receiver in a tense conversation outside the establishment. Cardi is seen gesturing toward Diggs during the exchange. A separate angle appears to show someone intervening to keep onlookers at a distance.

Following the footage, Cardi addressed the moment on X, downplaying the seriousness of the situation. “Sometimes I forget I’m a celebrity… damn y’all ain’t never cuss your babydad out when you hungry?” she wrote.

TMZ reported that the argument lasted around 10 minutes and that Cardi was overheard saying, “That bitch is messy.” The specific cause of the disagreement has not been confirmed.

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Diggs and Cardi made their relationship public on Instagram in June 2025 and reportedly ended things before Super Bowl 2026 in February. According to a report from “US Weekly,” the two have been in closer contact recently, with Cardi giving Diggs a second chance.

A source told the outlet that “things are no longer contentious” but that Cardi “is not fully committing” at this stage. Diggs, a free agent after being released by the New England Patriots following their Super Bowl 2026 loss, shares a son with Cardi.

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Fast & Furious Cast Reunites at Cannes as Meadow Walker Honors Paul Walker

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The original cast of “The Fast and the Furious” reunited at the Cannes Film Festival on May 13, 2026, celebrating the movie’s 25th anniversary just before a midnight screening of the 2001 classic. Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, and Jordana Brewster were all present, along with Meadow Walker, Paul Walker’s daughter.

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Meadow Walker wore a simple black blazer for the event and shared a warm hug with Vin Diesel before stepping in with the rest of the cast for group photos. It was a clear tribute to her father, who portrayed Brian O’Conner across the first six films before his tragic death in a car accident in 2013, He was just 40 years old at the time of his death. Since then, Meadow’s stayed close with the cast. She even made a cameo appearance in “Fast X,” and she’s always said how much she values her relationship with Vin Diesel, who is her godfather.

This wasn’t just a meet-up for old times’ sake. It was a moment to remember Paul Walker’s impact and to highlight how massive the franchise has become. The Cannes organizers pointed out the numbers: ten movies, $7 billion at the box office, and a cast that just about everyone in action movies knows.

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They’re not done, either. Universal Pictures announced that the next movie, “Fast Forever,” is coming out with the original crew on March 17. For everyone involved, standing together at Cannes was a chance to look back at where it all began and to honor Paul Walker’s role in making the series what it is today.

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Dua Lipa Files $15 Million Lawsuit Against Samsung 

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Dua Lipa is reportedly pursuing a $15 million claim against Samsung Electronics, alleging that her copyrighted image was used on television packaging without her consent. She alleges that it created the impression she was endorsing the products, even though she never agreed to it.

The case, filed last Friday at the U.S. District Court for Central California, centers on a photo called “Dua Lipa Backstage at Austin City Limits, 2024.” According to Lipa, she owns the rights to this image, but Samsung put it front and center on their TV packaging all over the U.S. throughout 2025.

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Her legal team argues the matter goes beyond copyright infringement, claiming it also breaches trademark protections and California’s right of publicity law . The lawsuit says Lipa only discovered her image on the packaging in June 2025 and immediately told Samsung to stop using her likeness.

Samsung’s response was described as “dismissive and callous,” and the packaging remained on shelves. Screenshots of social media posts included in the complaint suggest some consumers were influenced to buy the TVs because of Lipa’s image.

Samsung said the image was provided by a third-party partner for its free streaming service and that it was used only after receiving “explicit assurance” that permission had been secured, including for retail boxes. The company added it is open to a constructive resolution with Lipa’s team.

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Lipa’s lawyers argue the alleged unauthorized use has diluted her brand identity and commercial goodwill by falsely suggesting she approves of the products. The filing seeks at least $15 million in damages, along with a permanent injunction and coverage of legal fees.

Lipa is known for being selective with brand partnerships, having worked with Apple, Porsche, Versace, and Nespresso. Her legal team says she would not have consented to this use. Neither Lipa’s representatives nor Samsung have commented further beyond the court filings.

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