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      Faisal Al Zaabi

      Faisal Al Zaabi

      Journalist
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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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      Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship has a detachable rowing boat. Photo: Lego
      From Ferraris to pirate ships, the coolest Lego sets of 2025 ranked

      Blending nostalgia and innovation, here are some of the brickmaker’s best releases this year

      Pop CultureOctober 21, 2025
      The opening ceremony for Dubai Marina took place on October 17, 2000. AFP
      TimeframeWhen Dubai Marina was launched 25 years ago

      District is now home to more than 200 towers and 120,000 residents

      LifestyleOctober 17, 2025
      Al Ain Museum is set to reopen on October 24. Pawan Singh for The National
      How newly restored Al Ain Museum preserves Sheikh Zayed's vision

      Artefacts discovered during renovation incorporated into exhibits showcasing UAE's cultural heritage

      CultureOctober 16, 2025
      Sultan Fort is part of the newly redeveloped Al Ain Museum. Pawan Singh for The National
      UAE's oldest museum to reopen following redevelopment

      The site traces more than 8,000 years of human habitation in the region, with prehistoric tombs and pioneering irrigation systems on display

      CultureOctober 15, 2025
      As Water Falls by Bruno Aiello Destombes is one of many installations part of light art festival Manar Abu Dhabi 2025. Photo: Bruno Aiello Destombes
      Light exhibition Manar Abu Dhabi to illuminate emirate with glowing sculptures

      Outdoor pieces created by Emirati and international artists can be spotted across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain

      CultureOctober 14, 2025
      Pokemon Legends: Z-A is the next big game scheduled to release on the device. Photo: Nintendo
      Seven anticipated games set for release on Nintendo Switch 2

      The console, which was released this year, broke US sales record with 2.4 million units sold in three months

      Pop CultureOctober 14, 2025
      Actress Diane Keaton died at the age of 79 on Saturday. Zuma Press Wire
      Diane Keaton: Five of the actress's lesser-known films to watch

      The Oscar winner, whose career spanned more than five decades, died aged 79

      CultureOctober 12, 2025
      Qilada is the Arabic word for necklace.
      Arabic word of the week'Qilada', or necklace, encompasses beauty and honour

      It is often found in poetry to show appreciation and love for the subject

      CultureOctober 10, 2025
      Sarah Taibah as the second wife in Majid Al Ansari’s Emirati horror film The Vile. Photo: Image Nation Abu Dhabi
      Movie of the weekThe Vile is the horror film Emirati cinema has been screaming out for

      Titled Hoba in Arabic, Majid Al Ansari returns to the big screen with a dark feature film in time for Halloween

      Film & TVOctober 10, 2025
      Hasan Jamal leads intricate builds that turn Lego bricks into art, architecture and cultural storytelling. Antonie Robertson / The National
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      Meet the UAE's first Lego Certified Professional

      Hasan Jamal turned his lifelong passion into a chance to join a very exclusive club

      CultureOctober 09, 2025
      Translation Island by Rafael Lozano-Hemmer was part of the first Manar Abu Dhabi event. Photo: DCT Abu Dhabi
      Shining a light on Manar Abu Dhabi: Dates, locations and how to attend

      Outdoor art exhibition returns for a second time, with installations across the capital and Al Ain

      CultureOctober 07, 2025
      Shopping in Osaka is a rewarding experience for hobbyists. Faisal Al Zaabi / The National
      Postcard from Osaka: Hobby shopping for playful treasures in Japan's foodie city

      From toys spanning decades to nostalgic pop culture collectors' items, search and you will find it here

      Pop CultureOctober 04, 2025
      Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds from Sega throws characters from other video game franchises into direct competition. Photo: Sega
      ReviewIs Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds a better alternative to Mario Kart World?

      The franchise's latest reinvention is now available on all consoles

      Pop CultureOctober 03, 2025
      Our Arabic word of the week is sahaba, which means cloud
      Arabic word of the weekWhy 'Sahaba', or cloud, has profound meaning in the Gulf

      A sign of divine wisdom and power, its presence and use can be a harbinger of happiness

      CultureOctober 03, 2025
      In title track of The Life of a Showgirl, Taylor Swift sings: 'Zero missteps / Looking back, I guess it was kismet.' PA
      Arabic origins of kismet, the word for fate Taylor Swift references in new album

      The term is rooted in an acceptance of destiny in Islam

      Music & On-stageOctober 03, 2025
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