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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Haitian Olympic athletes will be dressed by Stella Jean for the 2024 Summer Olympics ceremonies. AP
What the teams will be wearing at the Paris Olympics

National teams worked with top designers to create outfits for competition and attending ceremonies

July 22, 2024, 12:26 PM
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan awarding the Zayed Medal of Honour to Nelson Mandela during his first visit to the UAE in 1995. Wam
Remembering Nelson Mandela's relationship with the UAE

Former South African president and anti-apartheid icon had a warm friendship with UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan

July 19, 2024, 6:02 PM
Adidas apologised for causing 'unintentional distress' and removed Bella Hadid from social media photos. Getty Images
Adidas axes Bella Hadid from advert after Jewish group backlash

Pro-Palestinian supermodel's inclusion in SL72 promotion branded 'unacceptable' as shoes were launched for Olympics where Israeli athletes were murdered

July 19, 2024, 7:55 AM
Crown Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa visiting the offices of production company Digitales in Amman. Photo: @alhusseinjo / Instagram
Princess Rajwa masters elegant maternity style during Amman trip

Jordanian royal is following in the footsteps of her mother-in-law, Queen Rania, proving she's a fashion-forward royal

July 18, 2024, 9:27 AM
Anant Ambani, son of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika Merchant, daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant, react during their wedding celebrations in Mumbai. Reliance Industries / Handout via Reuters
Everything we know about the Ambani wedding in Mumbai

The National breaks down all the events in the final stage of celebrations

July 12, 2024, 11:25 AM
The couple were dressed by Manish Malhotra for their pre-wedding bash in Jamnagar, Gujarat, India. Photo: Manish Malhotra
A timeline of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding

Following their 2022 engagement, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are set to tie the knot in Mumbai

July 08, 2024, 8:20 AM
The Shatha Essa Kids collection is now available at Harrods in London. Photo: Shatha Essa
Emirati brand Shatha Essa lands at Harrods in London

Designer hails 'extraordinary milestone' for her brand and the UAE after being given dedicated space at famed department store

July 04, 2024, 5:45 AM
Reigning Miss Universe 2023 Sheynnis Palacios. AFP
Meet the Miss Universe 2024 contestants crowned so far

The 73nd pageant will be held in Mexico in September

July 03, 2024, 2:06 PM
The UAE team, led by flag-bearer Sheikha Maitha bint Mohammed, at the opening ceremony of the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. Reuters
Timeframe: The UAE at the Olympics - a brief history

The country first participated in the Games in 1984 in Los Angeles

June 28, 2024, 6:02 PM
From July 1, flydubai is launching daily flights to the Pakistani city Lahore, home to the Mughal-inspired Lahore Fort. Matthew Tabaccos for The National
Travel Unpacked: Flydubai adds flights to Islamabad and Lahore

The National rounds up the top tourism news stories you might have missed

June 24, 2024, 12:20 PM
Cafe owner Marico Hao has a passion for fusion baking. Victor Besa / The National
Photo essay: Dubai's Pots & Tea is a small cafe with a big heart

Family-run business serves gourmet food with a side order of fun

June 21, 2024, 6:01 PM
Former Baywatch actor David Hasselhoff is the star of Aquaventure World's latest campaign. Photo: Atlantis
Travel Unpacked: David Hasselhoff returns as lifeguard in Dubai

The National rounds up the top tourism news stories you might have missed

June 17, 2024, 10:04 AM
A Barclays bank branch damaged by protesters in London as part of a joint protest by Palestine Action and newly-formed climate change group called Shut The System. Bloomberg
Event organiser cuts ties with Barclays over Israeli weapons link

Several artists had pulled out of events to protest against indirect connection between sponsor and violence in Gaza

June 16, 2024, 7:24 AM
Kartik Aaryan plays Murlikant Petkar, an Indian soldier injured in battle who became a decorated athlete. Shruti Jain for The National
How Kartik Aaryan was pushed to extremes in Chandu Champion

Bollywood actor dedicated 18 gruelling months to bootcamps to tell the remarkable true story of an army veteran-turned-Paralympian

June 14, 2024, 3:06 AM
Matilda the Musical made its UAE debut at the Dubai Opera during the just-ended season. Photo: Dubai Opera
Dubai Opera sets attendance record in 2023-2024 season

More than 250,000 guests enjoyed performances spanning opera, ballet, musicals and concerts

June 04, 2024, 3:49 PM