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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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      Open Water is loosely based on a real-life story. Photo: Lionsgate
      As Jaws turns 50, the 10 scariest shark movies ever made

      Featuring genetically engineered makos and legendary great whites, here are the most frightening entries to the genre

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      A guide to Father's Day gifts that range from Dh360 to Dh36,700
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      If cost is no bar, consider a Jaeger-LeCoultre watch

      LifestyleJune 19, 2025
      Nintendo's latest console is already among the most successful launches in gaming history. Bloomberg
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      While it may look similar at first glance, the new console offers substantial upgrades

      Pop CultureJune 17, 2025
      'I found a place in a group chat where I could be myself, share my thoughts and not worry about being judged,' Faisal Al Zaabi writes. Getty Images
      ColumnSome of my best friends are people I've never met

      Through social media, I have connected with people around the world with whom I now share a strong bond

      WellbeingJune 13, 2025
      The Arabic word for octopus is akhtaboot.
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      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
      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
      Egyptian action film Project X is directed by former doctor Peter Mimi. Photo: Synergy Art Production
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      Film fans can look forward to a selection of action and horror features

      CultureMay 26, 2025
      Louvre Abu Dhabi will allow visitors with a valid Emirates ID free entry on Sunday. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
      International Museum Day: Free entry to institutions across the UAE

      The annual event, which began in 1977, will be celebrated in major institutions across the country

      CultureMay 17, 2025
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