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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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Brad Pitt at the world premiere of F1: The Movie in New York. EPA
Evolution of Brad Pitt, from personal turmoil to era-defining superstardom

The rise, fall and rebirth of the Oscar-winning F1: The Movie star

Film & TVJune 20, 2025
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Featuring genetically engineered makos and legendary great whites, here are the most frightening entries to the genre

Film & TVJune 20, 2025
A guide to Father's Day gifts that range from Dh360 to Dh36,700
Last-minute Father’s Day gifts, for fans of food, fashion, tech and toys

If cost is no bar, consider a Jaeger-LeCoultre watch

LifestyleJune 19, 2025
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While it may look similar at first glance, the new console offers substantial upgrades

Pop CultureJune 17, 2025
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WellbeingJune 13, 2025
The Arabic word for octopus is akhtaboot.
Arabic word of the weekHow ‘Akhtaboot’ spread its semantic tentacles from Greece

A Latinised version of the original, the word has grown in popularity with the cuisine

CultureJune 06, 2025
Naser Mestarihi and his band Winterburn opened for Guns N' Roses in Bahrain last month. Credit: Naser Mestarihi
Dubai underground to opening for Guns N' Roses: A rock dream comes true

Jordanian-Pakistani musician says ringing endorsement from his favourite band's guitarist in Bahrain was inspirational

CultureJune 06, 2025
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles remaster is coming to PlayStation 5 on September 30. Photo: Square Enix
Cult classic Final Fantasy Tactics remaster is coming to PS5

The game, originally released in 1997, is shaping up to be the best version of the cult classic yet

CultureJune 05, 2025
MindsEye, from the former producer of Grand Theft Auto, is set to be released on June 10. Photo: MindsEye / YouTube
Grand Theft Auto meets Minecraft: Everything we know about Everywhere

Developed by former Grand Theft Auto lead Leslie Benzies, the game's companion MindsEye is to be released this month

CultureJune 02, 2025
Saudi singer Mohammed Abdu will perform a concert in Dubai on June 7. AFP
Eid Al Adha 2025 concerts from Mohammed Abdu to Coldplay tribute

Plus, an Emirati theatre show and a Coldplay tribute

Music & On-stageJune 02, 2025
Benedict Cumberbatch recently signed an open letter to the UK government urging an end to violence in Gaza. Getty Images
Celebrities who have recently called for a ceasefire in Gaza

Many international figures have demonstrated their support for Palestine

Pop CultureJune 01, 2025
Eid al Fitr morning prayers in Bur Dubai. Antonie Robertson/The National
What is the difference between Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha?

The two festivals are the biggest on the Islamic calendar

LifestyleJune 01, 2025
The gold vending machine in the lobby of the Emirates Palace Hotel in 2012. Getty Images
TimeframeWhen world's first 'gold to go' ATM was launched at Emirates Palace

Vending machine sold out within first 24 hours

LifestyleMay 30, 2025
Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio and newbie Ben Wang in star in Karate Kid: Legends, releasing in the UAE on May 29. Photo: Columbia Pictures
The rise, fall and rebirth of the Karate Kid: Films and series ranked

The series continues to grow in popularity

Film & TVMay 28, 2025
Happy Yemen Restaurant is one of the 15 establishments chosen as part of the latest Urban Treasures list. Photo: DCT Abu Dhabi
Pickles, honey and Nabulsi sweet shops are latest Urban Treasures in Abu Dhabi

In its fourth year, the initiative now has 60 local and long-standing establishments across the capital

LifestyleMay 27, 2025
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