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Emirati singer Hamdan Al Abri is a stalwart of the UAE music scene. Antonie Robertson / The National

What 20 years in UAE music scene have taught singer Hamdan Abri

As he releases his latest album, The Healing, the soul artist reflects on the power of collaboration, creating opportunities and finding peace with having nothing left to prove

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Inside Sharjah International Book Fair, from manuscripts to literary blind dates

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What to see at Dubai Design Week, from desert gardens to Kashmiri weaving

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Old Abu Dhabi airport terminal renewed by Nomad travelling art and design fair

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  • Abu Dhabi unveils new youth orchestra

    Abu Dhabi unveils new youth orchestra

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  • Fadel Chaker returns to the stage after 14-year absence

    Fadel Chaker returns to the stage after 14-year absence

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  • Louvre Abu Dhabi explores 1,000 years of Indian Ocean history

    Louvre Abu Dhabi explores 1,000 years of Indian Ocean history

    Play01:08
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    Andrew Schulz shares Abu Dhabi memories with Cody Rhodes and The National’s William Mullally

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    Carrie director 'nervous' when suggesting changes to KIng

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    Gehry to feature in Guggenheim Abu Dhabi opening programme

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    Sarandon and Einbinder detained at pro-Palestine protest

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    Assala returns to Damascus stage after 16 years

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