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      Faisal Al Zaabi

      Faisal Al Zaabi

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      Abu Dhabi
      Faisal is a Culture Journalist who also covers gaming, 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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      Games of the Future 2025 will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from December 18 to 23. Photo: Phygital International
      Games of the Future: Abu Dhabi to host next-generation gaming event in December

      Combining physical and digital competitions, the tournament is the first of its kind in the region

      CultureNovember 28, 2025
      Hong Kong filmmaker Tai-Lee Chan says he always wanted to become a director despite starting his career as a screenwriter. Photo: Tai-Lee Chan
      Tai-Lee Chan on Hong Kong action cinema and finding creative freedom as director

      Ip Man writer shares in Dubai how stepping behind the camera reshaped his approach to storytelling

      Film & TVNovember 26, 2025
      The Arabic word for treasure is kanz. The National
      Arabic word of the week'Kanz', which means treasure, conveys knowledge and love

      It can be found in songs and poems describing the importance of someone

      CultureNovember 14, 2025
      Code Vein 2 is a sequel to the popular game Code Vein, with the sequel promising an improved experience for players. Photo: Bandai Namco
      Seven of the most anticipated Xbox games to be released soon

      Console fans have much to look forward to, despite exclusives going to rivals like PlayStation

      CultureNovember 10, 2025
      The Arabic word for justice is adala. The National
      Arabic word of the week'Adala', or justice, is an ancient word that still guides modern life

      More than a legal principle, it is rooted in balance, fairness and divine duty

      CultureNovember 07, 2025
      Lightning effects depicting the funerary mask of ancient Egyptian King Tutankhamun light up the sky during the opening ceremony in Giza. AFP
      Grand Egyptian Museum: What the opening ceremony said about the country

      Event was expression of history and creative identity, says production designer Mohamed Attia

      Art & DesignNovember 07, 2025
      This year's Sharjah International Book Fair offers more than 1,200 cultural and artistic events. Pawan Singh / The National
      Five things to do at Sharjah International Book Fair

      Hollywood star among headliners at 12-day literary event that this year celebrates Greek culture, crime writing and creativity

      CultureNovember 06, 2025
      Pulse Canopy by Rafael Lozano-Hemmer is on display as part of Manar Abu Dhabi in Al Ain. Pawan Singh for The National.
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      Manar Abu Dhabi goes from coastline to desert as exhibition expands to Al Ain

      Garden city hosts seven light artworks by Emirati and international artists

      Art & DesignNovember 04, 2025
      The Arabic word afreet refers to demons or a class of powerful jinn
      Arabic word of the week'Afreet', or demon, can be both scary and complimentary

      Found in the Quran, the term can be used to describe someone as witty or energetic

      CultureOctober 31, 2025
      Monster House is a charming coming-of-age animated film with just the right amount of spooky thrills for the whole family. Photo: Sony Pictures
      Horror films for scaredy-cats: 11 picks for a not-too-spooky Halloween

      From supernatural twists to psychological suspense, these films will grip you without giving you nightmares

      Film & TVOctober 30, 2025
      Before the deal between Saudi Arabia and the International Olympic Committee fell through, the first Olympic Esports Games were meant to be held in Riyadh in 2027. AP
      Saudi Arabia and IOC cancel 12-year deal to host Olympic Esports Games in Riyadh

      Partnership was announced last year, with the first event scheduled to be held in 2027

      CultureOctober 30, 2025
      Dom Art Projects is inviting emerging UAE artists to apply for a residency at its Dubai studio. Photo: Dom Art Projects
      Dubai art space aims to become laboratory for experimentation and new ideas

      Dom Art Projects will open in November as an exhibition hall, artist residency studio and bookshop

      Art & DesignOctober 30, 2025
      Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 arrives on the PlayStation 5 on November 14. Photo: Activision
      Six of the most anticipated PlayStation 5 games

      Titles range from first-person shooters to technical flight simulators

      CultureOctober 28, 2025
      Date palm weaving at the King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture (Ithra) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Photo: Ithra
      Ithra’s Khoos Initiative keeps palm weaving alive for the future

      Residency connects local artisans with international designers and artists

      CultureOctober 24, 2025
      A distinct smell has been created for Still life in a Pantry by Jeremie Plume. Victor Besa / The National
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      Louvre Abu Dhabi launches tour that lets visitors smell the art

      Art in Scents takes in bespoke aromas created for nine pieces from museum's permanent collection

      CultureOctober 22, 2025
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