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Faisal Al Zaabi

Faisal Al Zaabi

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Abu Dhabi
Faisal is a Gaming Journalist who also covers movies and UAE news. A graduate of Zayed University’s Integrated Strategic Media programme, Faisal completed his national service with the Navy. He speaks English, Arabic and French. His interests include the films and music of the 1980s, Brutalist architecture, Arsenal FC and collecting physical media.
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An anatomical drawing by Michelangelo of a prophetess who features in the Sistine Chapel ceiling, is on public display in Dubai. Photo: Christie's
UAE art guide: Exhibitions to see, including Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel study

Plus, final chance to see Ala Younis's solo exhibition in Abu Dhabi

Art & DesignJanuary 12, 2026
All Her Fault star Duke McCloud delivers one of the cutest moments at the Golden Globes. Reuters
Golden Globes 2026 top moments: Mullets, memes and memorable messages

From standout speeches to red-carpet looks, Hollywood’s awards season opened with highlights that echoed well beyond Beverly Hills

Film & TVJanuary 12, 2026
Saja Kilani wears a dress that celebrates her Palestinian heritage at the Golden Globes. PA Wire
Story behind Hind Rajab actress's Palestinian tatreez dress at Golden Globes

The Voice of Hind Rajab actress says it was important to wear something that reflected her region

Fashion & BeautyJanuary 12, 2026
Karayr is a crowdfunded short film shot in Jordan. Photo: Nechteh Apelian
Arab futurist short film Karayr sets its sights on the Oscars after HollyShorts Dubai win

It will compete at Academy Award-qualifying festival in Los Angeles

CultureJanuary 10, 2026
Biman airlines will fly from Bangladesh capital Dhaka to Pakistani city Karachi twice a week from January 2026. Reuters
Flights resume between Bangladesh and Pakistan after 14 years

First flight will operate between Dhaka and Karachi on January 29

TravelJanuary 08, 2026
Could Chris Jericho be returning to the WWE? AFP
WWE Royal Rumble: Predictions for Saudi event, including Chris Jericho's return

Could a new champion be crowned at the live event in Riyadh on January 31?

Pop CultureJanuary 07, 2026
Dubai businessman Warren Chang and his impressive Lego minifigure collection. Photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
My UAE CollectionThe Dubai Lego minifigure collection valued at Dh500,000

Warren Chang began 20 years ago and now has one of the most complete sets of the little toys

Pop CultureJanuary 05, 2026
The Academy Awards close out a busy television and film award season. Reuters
Award season is around the corner: Key dates and where to watch

First three months of the year are busy season for award ceremonies

Pop CultureJanuary 04, 2026
'Lulu’a': The Arabic word for pearl is shaped by history and beauty
Arabic word of the week‘Lulu’a’, or pearl, reflects a history of beauty and heritage

It is also one of the Gulf’s most beloved and enduring names for girls, symbolising rarity and something cherished

CultureJanuary 02, 2026
Jack Burlot takes a picture of one of his photographs of Sheikh Zayed, used in a display at the Zayed National Museum. Photo: Ibram Raafat
Memories of the UAE's early years - by the photographer who immortalised them

With his work now on display at Zayed National Museum, Jack Burlot recalls the unfamiliar country he began to capture in 1974 – and his encounters with Sheikh Zayed

Art & DesignJanuary 02, 2026
From left: Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt in The Devil Wears Prada. Photo: 20th Century Fox
From The Devil Wears Prada to The Departed, 20 films turning 20 in 2026

The cinematic landscape was very different before the streaming revolution

Film & TVJanuary 02, 2026
IT: Welcome to Derry is a prequel to the hit It films. Photo: HBO
Four shows to watch next as Stranger Things comes to an end

Viewers looking for similar TV series can get more spooky experiences with these acclaimed titles

Film & TVJanuary 02, 2026
Irtizaz is one of two films Ithra screened at the Red Sea Film Festival this year. Photo: Sara Balghonaim
How Ithra is helping shape the future of Saudi cinema beyond blockbusters

Film programme developer Feras Almusharria says it's important to cultivate movies rooted in Saudi society

CultureJanuary 02, 2026
Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to become the biggest game release of 2026. Photo: Rockstar Games
Guide to video games releasing in 2026, from Grand Theft Auto 6 to Tomb Raider

Gamers are in store for an exciting year

Pop CultureDecember 30, 2025
Tom Hanks returns as the voice of Woody and Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear in the latest Toy Story sequel. Photo: Disney / Pixar
35 most anticipated films of 2026, from Toy Story 5 to Dune: Part Three

Several historical dramas, sci-fi dramas and superhero films will be released next year

CultureDecember 29, 2025
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