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Enas Refaei

Enas Refaei

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Enas is an assistant editor in chief at The National, working across the entire newsroom. She is also co-host of the weekly Culture Bites podcast. She boasts a varied career in journalism, having spent time as a reporter for the BBC, producer at NBC, and a year reporting from the red carpet. Enas has a passion for video and audio storytelling, and has produced a vast portfolio of award winning content.

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US and Saudi armed forces conducted 'precision strikes' in Iraq on Wednesday morning, attacking Iran-aligned groups
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VideoWhat do the US-Saudi strikes mean for the war?

US and Saudi armed forces conduct 'precision strikes' in Iraq on Wednesday, attacking Iran-backed groups

GulfJuly 29, 2026
Abu Dhabi, 25 June 2026: His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has witnessed the launch of the Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi (House of the Arts) development project near Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi. ( Yousef Alhammadi/ Abu Dhabi Media Office ) ---
Play18:53
Culture BitesA stage for spectacle and subtlety: Inside Dar Al Funoon

Hosts discuss the new cultural landmark taking shape on Saadiyat Island and share their favourite summer reads

Culture BitesJuly 09, 2026
Scottish band Skerryvore play for fans at the FIFA Fan Festival ahead of the FIFA World Cup, Group C match between Haiti and Scotland. Picture date: Saturday June 13, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire RESTRICTIONS: Use subject to restrictions. Editorial use only, no commercial use without prior consent from rights holder.
Play26:29
Culture BitesFrom bagpipes to dabke: The cultural side of the World Cup

Hosts discuss opening ceremonies and fan experiences capturing attention across North America

Culture BitesJune 18, 2026
Could AI music help to bridge a gap in culture?
Play28:44
Culture BitesCould AI music help to bridge a gap in culture?

Hosts discuss a new AI-generated song in Kurdish language that is taking over social media

Culture BitesJune 04, 2026
Reflecting on Art Dubai ahead of 20th event
Play38:53
Culture BitesReflecting on 20 years of Art Dubai

Hosts mark milestone fair with live discussion about event’s growth and UAE’s cultural transformation

Culture BitesMay 13, 2026
Entrance to the Arsenale - Sale d'Armi, La Biennale di Venezia 2019. Photo: National Pavilion UAE
Play25:49
Culture BitesVenice Biennale: is art becoming inseparable from politics?

Hosts reflect on tensions at the art exhibition and discuss a viral moment involving a Palestinian football shirt on an HBO comedy

Culture BitesMay 07, 2026
From politics to pop: What stood out at Coachella this year?
Play25:19
Culture BitesFrom politics to pop: what stood out at Coachella this year?

Hosts reflect on viral festival moments and discuss Elmo’s wholesome Arabic lesson on Sesame Street

Culture BitesApril 23, 2026
Arab acts performing at Coachella and how to help independent artists and small businesses in the UAE
Play30:01
Culture BitesArab acts performing at Coachella and how to help independent artists in the UAE

Hosts talk about community-led movements to help homegrown brands and shops as they bear cost of regional hostilities

Culture BitesApril 09, 2026
A live Q&A in response to the US-Iran war and retaliatory strikes
Play45:07
Q&A replayA fragile pause or 'big day' for peace?

Your questions answered as US and Iran agree two-week ceasefire

MENAApril 08, 2026
What are microdramas and why are they generating billions?
Play28:52
Culture BitesWhat are microdramas and why are they generating billions?

Hosts reflect on the appeal of short-form vertical video soaps and discuss Coca-Cola Arena’s retail solution as concerts pause

Culture BitesApril 02, 2026
Can the comedy of Saturday Night Live be universal?
Play28:44
Culture BitesCan the comedy of Saturday Night Live be universal?

Our hosts have their say about show’s new UK adaptation and discuss the appeal of viral internet animals

Culture BitesMarch 26, 2026
What we learnt from the America’s Next Top Model documentary
Play26:54
Culture BitesWhat we learnt from the America’s Next Top Model documentary

Hosts react to the fashion industry controversies brought to the surface in Netflix’s new show

Culture BitesFebruary 26, 2026
What makes Ramadan TV culture so special in the Arab world?
Play33:55
Culture BitesWhat makes Ramadan TV culture so special in the Arab world?

Hosts talk about how watching habits change during the holy month as families gather to enjoy the top series of the season

Culture BitesFebruary 19, 2026
So you want to be a serious art collector? Abu Dhabi is calling
Play37:17
Culture BitesSo you want to be a serious art collector? Abu Dhabi is calling

Hosts discuss emirate’s vision to grow its art market and they share tips for aspiring collectors

Culture BitesFebruary 05, 2026
Culture Bites
Play28:40
Culture BitesAsma Khan on the impact of cooking with seasonal ingredients

Renowned restaurateur on her new cookbook, the diversity of Indian cuisine and the culture of cooking powered by women

Culture BitesJanuary 29, 2026
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