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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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      American singer Post Malone performing at the Esports World Cup opening ceremony in Riyadh. Photo: Esports World Cup
      Post Malone dazzles fans in Saudi Arabia at Esports World Cup concert

      Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen was in the crowd for the opening ceremony performance

      Pop CultureJuly 11, 2025
      Prince Faisal bin Bandar says gaming can be more than just a hobby. Photo: Esports World Cup
      How Esports World Cup is impacting gaming reputation: 'Parents are encouraging'

      Ahead of the opening ceremony of this year's Esports World Cup, Prince Faisal bin Bandar spoke about the future of the tournament and industry

      CultureJuly 10, 2025
      An Academy Award aside, Egyptian-American actor Rami Malek has also won an Emmy, a Bafta and a Golden Globe. Getty Images
      Rami Malek’s Walk of Fame, from Gilmore Girls to Oscars and Oppenheimer

      The journey that led the son of immigrants to become the first actor of Egyptian heritage to get a star

      Film & TVJuly 07, 2025
      Saudi Horror Game Aunt Fatima has players navigating an empty house and solving puzzles while evading a malevolent presence. Photo: Abdulla Al Hamad
      Aunt Fatima: The Saudi horror game inspired by Gulf folklore

      Designed and published by YouTuber Abdulla Al Hamad, it has found popularity in the region and beyond

      Pop CultureJuly 05, 2025
      DubaiDino has been moved from the grand atrium to a spot near the ice rink in Dubai Mall. Satish Kumar / The National
      TimeframeWhen a 155 million-year-old dinosaur first roamed Dubai Mall

      The gigantic skeleton has been a Jurassic fixture of the shopping centre since its unveiling in 2014

      LifestyleJuly 04, 2025
      Audiences in the UAE became accustomed to seeing Raziqa Al Taresh on their screens every Ramadan. Sarah Dea / The National
      Emirati acting pioneer Raziqa Al Taresh dies aged 71

      Tributes paid to actress who had featured in popular Emirati TV shows since childhood

      CultureJuly 04, 2025
      The Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia returns on July 7. SPA
      K-pop star debuts official song for Esports World Cup 2025

      Olympic-backed event will feature several tournaments and a star-studded opening ceremony

      CultureJuly 02, 2025
      Paul Walker is set to appear in the final Fast & Furious film 15 years after his death. Alamy
      Eight actors who controversially 'starred' in films after their death

      From Superman to Star Wars, posthumous returns to the big screen garner both cheers and accusations of digital necromancy

      CultureJuly 01, 2025
      This image released by Apple TV+ shows a scene from F1 The Movie. Photo: Apple TV+
      How Abu Dhabi's local talent helped bring F1 The Movie to life

      Filmed during a real F1 race weekend, the finale brought the Hollywood production to Yas Island – helped by hundreds of crew members from the UAE

      CultureJune 30, 2025
      John Cena defeated CM Punk to retain his championship belt during Night Of Champions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Getty Images
      Review: Night of Champions proves Saudi Arabia is now central to WWE

      The premier live event was hosted at the Saudi capital’s Kingdom Arena to a sold out crowd

      CultureJune 29, 2025
      Superman or The Mad Scientist. Photo: Paramount Pictures
      James Gunn’s Superman influences: What to watch and read before film hits cinemas

      Cult comics, animated hits and unexpected movies have shaped latest imagining of famed superhero

      CultureJune 29, 2025
      Junoon is the Arabic word for madness and obsession. The National
      Arabic word of the weekHow ‘Junoon’ expresses madness, obsession and irrationality

      It can also be used when speaking about delusions of grandeur

      Pop CultureJune 27, 2025
      Brad Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a former Formula One driver turned mentor. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      What is Abu Dhabi’s role in F1 The Movie?

      The film features the UAE national anthem as well as a thrilling finale that takes place at Yas Marina Circuit

      Film & TVJune 24, 2025
      Gaming developer Steer Studios has launched its first mobile game titled Grunt Rush. Photo: Steer Studios
      Saudi Arabia's Steer Studios chief on his video game company's global ambitions

      Following the release of Grunt Rush, a mobile strategy game, the company is now working on a console project

      CultureJune 24, 2025
      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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