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David Tusing

Assistant Features Editor
Abu Dhabi
David is an assistant features editor working in the Arts&Culture and Lifestyle departments. Originally from Manipur in North East India, he moved to the UAE in 2006 from Bengaluru, where he studied, and has been working in the country ever since. Before joining The National, he was the editor of tabloid!, the daily entertainment and lifestyle supplement of Gulf News, where he worked for 10 years. He has been extensively covering the UAE’s entertainment and lifestyle scene, with interests in films, fashion, fitness, celebrity culture and Bollywood.
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Abu Dhabi International Airport opened in 1982 after the demands of the city outgrew the airstrips at Al Bateen. Photo: Nomad
TimeframeWhen Abu Dhabi's third airport spread its wings in 1982

Designed by the architect behind Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris, it was a landmark of regional modernism

TravelJanuary 09, 2026
Fairuz at the funeral of her son, Lebanese composer and playwright Ziad Rahbani, 69, in Lebanon last year. Getty Images
Lebanese star Fairuz’s youngest son Hali dies months after brother Ziad Rahbani

Another loss has struck one of Lebanon’s most influential artistic families

CultureJanuary 08, 2026
Queen Rania and Princess Salma tour Wadi Rum in their native Jordan. Photo: Royal Hashemite Court
Queen Rania and Princess Salma board Hejaz Railway steam train in Wadi Rum

Jordanian royals tour Unesco-listed desert, sample Bedouin culture and meet local operators

TravelJanuary 08, 2026
Zohran Mamdani places his hand on the People's Quran, top, and one belonging to his grandfather as he is sworn in as mayor of New York, flanked by attorney general Letitia James, left, and his wife Rama Duwaji. AFP
'People's Quran' used by New York mayor Zohran Mamdani goes on public display

The 18th-century manuscript belongs to New York Public Library's Schomburg Centre for Research in Black Culture

CultureJanuary 08, 2026
School girls perform the Punjabi folk dance Giddha ahead of the Lohri festival in Amritsar, Punjab. AFP
When are the Indian festivals of Lohri, Makar Sankranti and Pongal?

Events herald the beginning of spring

LifestyleJanuary 08, 2026
While the authenticity of the image of Nicolas Maduro posted by US President Donald Trump has been questioned since it was published, online searches for Nike Tech Fleece have rocketed. Reuters
Viral ‘Maduro tracksuit’ photo: Authentic or doctored?

Online searches for the clothing reached peak popularity, while some retailers reported selling out of the item

Fashion & BeautyJanuary 07, 2026
A Rare Comet Above Sharjah by Yousuf Al Qasimi. Photo: Yousuf Al Qasimi / Xposure Sharjah
Emirati storm chaser and microphotographer at Sharjah’s Xposure

Annual event will bring together acclaimed photographers from around the world across seven days

Art & DesignJanuary 04, 2026
Sharjah International Airport opened in 1977. Photo: Sharjah Airport
TimeframeWhen Sharjah Airport became a global gateway in 1977

It was the vision of the Emirate's Ruler, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, to build a world-class hub - and it was all based on a design he sketched himself

LifestyleJanuary 02, 2026
Zohran Mamdani places his hand on a Quran as he is sworn in by New York Attorney General Letitia James alongside his wife, Rama Duwaji. AFP
Significance of the Quran at Zohran Mamdani's swearing-in ceremony

Pocket-sized manuscript dates to the late 18th or early 19th century and is believed to have been produced in Ottoman Syria

CultureJanuary 02, 2026
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji at his ceremonial inauguration as mayor at City Hall. Getty Images
New York City's new first lady champions Middle East designer at inauguration

New York City's first lady wore creations by Palestinian-Lebanese designer for historic event

Fashion & BeautyJanuary 02, 2026
Cynthia Erivo, left, and Idris Elba are among 1,157 people on King Charles's New Year honours list. PA Wire
Cynthia Erivo and Idris Elba on King Charles's New Year Honours List

Annual tradition recognises people for their contributions to the UK

Pop CultureDecember 30, 2025
Ras Al Khaimah is bringing back its record-breaking firework and drone shows on New Year's Eve. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
New Year's Eve fireworks in the UAE: Where to watch the biggest displays

From Abu Dhabi and Dubai to Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah, here are all the shows announced so far

LifestyleDecember 29, 2025
Expect darker turns and bigger confrontations as the second batch of Stranger Things season five lays the groundwork for its explosive finale. Photo: Netflix
From Stranger Things to Kate Winslet directing, new movies and shows to stream

Plus, a Steven Soderbergh spy thriller starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender

Pop CultureDecember 26, 2025
Jebel Jais has a number of activity centres, restaurants, hiking trails and observation points. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah temporarily closed after UAE storms

Reopening will take place in phases after each area is assessed and safety standards are met, authorities say

LifestyleDecember 23, 2025
Timothee Chalamet promotes his latest film at entertainment arena Sphere Vegas, which was lit up to resemble a ping-pong ball. Photo: Sphere Vegas
Timothee Chalamet climbs Sphere Vegas for Marty Supreme

Comedy-drama is based on life of American table tennis player Marty Reisman

Film & TVDecember 23, 2025
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