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Hardcore horror fans know that Thai productions are where it’s at. Home for Rent is one of the many Thai horror films that excel at unsettling audiences through well-timed jumpscares and creepy special effects with compelling narratives.

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Everything seems normal at first. Married couple Ning (Nittha Jirayungyurn) and Kwin (Sukollawat Kanarot) decide to rent out their home to support themselves and their young daughter Ing (Thanyaphat Mayuraleela). They move into a condo where they meet their new tenants Ratree (Penpak Sirikul) and her daughter Nuch (Namfon Pakdee).

When Ing is gifted a Guri doll for her birthday, things quickly turn sinister. Strange occurrences start to plague the family, and the plot thickens as the audience is introduced to the bizarre behavior of Ratree and Nuch and the dark history of their home. We see actions influenced by past traumas arise and the film suddenly becomes relatable to normal life outside of the fictional realm of cults and creepy dolls. Which makes sense since it is, after all, based on a true story.

WHERE TO WATCH- You can watch the movie on Netflix or watch the trailer here (runtime: 1:53).

⚽ It’s a calm day for followers of the major European leagues, with only three matches being broadcasted: Rayo Vallecano will face Osasuna at 10pm for the fifth round of the La Liga. Meanwhile, marking the end of the fourth round of Serie A, Parma will go head to head with Udinese at 7:30pm, and Lazio will meet Verona on the pitch at 9:45pm.

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Want local comfort food? Kairo 365 is the new hotspot for it. This restaurant ’s one-page menu keeps it simple — it's either kofta, hawawshi, shish tawook or soujouk, and you can choose between an assortment box of four, eight or ten juicy sandwiches.

Everything is charcoal grilled on the spot. They also prepare their homemade sandwich bread on site — and the best part — similar to a pita bread. It's big enough for one skewer of the meat so you’re not eating excessive amounts of starch and have room for other sandwiches.

The order: The kofta sandwich comes with three pieces of mini koftas covered in tahini sauce and topped with shredded onions. The meat was tender and the flavor and scent of the charcoal was just right. We do suggest adding the sauce of your liking to the hawawshi to give it an extra something something — we chose the buffalo tahini and would recommend the same.

It’s hard to improve on perfection, especially when it comes to shish tawook. But the tender pieces of marinated and perfectly charred chicken needed a helping of homemade chips to give it that extra crunch that took it from staple to phenomenal. We would suggest doing the same with the tangy soujouk.

Looking for something new? Try their Mombarizo: Mombar has now taken a new shape. The mombar pops — little bites of mombar — are drenched in rizo sauce and filled with rizo rice.

Pro tip: Go for one of their box options to get a taste of everything. Patrons have advised to pair their food with their hibiscus soda drink as a refreshment between sandwiches, but one bottle will not be enough.

WHERE TO FIND IT- Their first and only branch is in Dokki — a journey for most — but they do deliver to Dokki, Mohandessin, Zamalek, Agouza, Cairo University, and Giza either through their hotline, Talabat or online ordering portal.

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HAPPENING THIS WEEK-

For the love of tapestry. Today in History is Amsterdam-based Egyptian artist Dina Danish’s first exhibition in Egypt in nearly a decade. Composed of a collection of appliqué tapestries that resemble medieval banners, the exhibition will open at the Gypsum Gallery next Tuesday, 17 September from 7-9pm and will continue to Saturday, 30 October.

Omar Khairat takes over ZED Park on Thursday, 19 September for a night of classical music that kicks off at 9pm. Get your tickets here.

It’s Cairo Vintage Souq’s birthday and they’re back with more old finds for you to thrift. Bring your thrifting skills to Cinema Radio in Downtown Cairo from 2pm till 10pm this Saturday, 21 September to get the best retro and vintage finds. For more information go to their Instagram page.

Get ready for a vrooming celebration with Owls Bikers Automotive Festival on Thursday, 20 September at El Leila El Kebira in El Sheikh Zayed. The event showcases an impressive lineup of motorcycles, sports cars, and supercars from all over Egypt, along with a vibrant bazaar and family-friendly entertainment. Get your tickets here.

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The Ice Warrior Challenge makes a thrilling return to Ski Egypt, featuring over 20 challenging obstacles at freezing temperatures, this is the ultimate endurance test for athletes. The event will take place on Saturday, 28 September starting at 9am. Book your spot here.

Celebrate the mawlid by attending El Leila El Kebira’s musical performance, inspired by the poetry of Salah Jahin and the music of Sayed Mekkawy, at the Rawabet Art Space in Downtown Cairo over three days: September 26, 27, and 28. Shows begin at 8pm, get your tickets here.

Swan Lake x Opera: For classic lovers, don't miss the performances of Tchaikovsky’s ballet Swan Lake, performed by the St. Petersburg Classical Ballet Company. The shows will take place over three days: October 2, 3, and 4 at the Cairo Opera House’s Main Hall in Zamalek, starting at 8:30pm. Grab your tickets for the first, second and third night here.

Go on a run in Egypt’s historic city at the Luxor Half Marathon. TriFactory’s annual event will take place on Friday, 11 October. Pick between a 21km or 10km race, or a short family run. You can register here.

Registration is open for the Scaled Games. Show off your skills by taking part in one of the three sporting competitions available: running, football, or crossfit. Running and crossfit will both take place on Friday, 11 October, while the football tournament will take place starting Friday, 27 September to Friday, 11 October. All events will happen in New Heliopolis City. Sign up here.

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Get into the psyche of women boxers with Headshot. In Rita Bullwinkel's debut novel Headshot, the world of young women's boxing serves as an exploration of identity, ambition, and the human condition. Set against the gritty backdrop of a national championship in Reno, Nevada, the novel follows the journeys of eight boxers as they navigate the physical and emotional challenges of the sport.

The novel starts off at the national championship in Reno, Nevada, where eight American teens compete for the Women’s Youth Boxing Association title. Each boxer brings her own backstory to the ring, from Artemis Victor, a confident legacy from a boxing family, to Tanya Maw, whose mother's sudden departure casts a shadow on her life.

Beyond the matches, the novel delves into the characters' backgrounds, relationships, and aspirations outside of boxing. From the struggles of balancing training with school and family responsibilities to the emotional toll of past traumas, the girls grapple with a range of challenges both inside and outside the ring.

It delivers a knockout debut that captivates from start to finish. Through its compelling characters, and thought-provoking themes, the novel offers a meditation on the human experience.