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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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      Articles

      Sheikha Nama bint Majid Al Qasimi, the focus of the film The First, with her students at Fatima Al Zahra School, Sharjah, in 1970. Photo: Noor Al Qasimi
      UAE's first female teacher captured in granddaughter's award-winning film

      University student's documentary centres on her grandmother Sheikha Nama Al Qasimi, one of the country’s earliest educators

      CultureApril 22, 2026
      Model designer Freddy Charter, left, and design master Beatrice Amoretti display the Lego Editions sets of footballers Vinicius Jr, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe. Reuters
      Inside Lego’s World Cup challenge to turn Messi and Ronaldo into brick form

      Senior designer Freddy Charters explains how player moments, hidden details and fan research shaped a range that turns the global game into buildable storytelling

      Pop CultureApril 20, 2026
      The Arabic word for shoulder is katf
      Arabic word of the week'Katf', which means shoulder, speaks of reliance, duty and strength

      Beyond its physical meaning, it also reflects comfort, trust and accomplishment

      CultureApril 17, 2026
      From left, Nawal Nasrallah, Ashraf Elashmawy and Stefan Weidner are among the winners of the 20th edition. Photo: Sheikh Zayed Book Award
      Sheikh Zayed Book Award names winners of million-dirham prizes

      Authors, scholars and institutions from Arab world and beyond honoured as Abu Dhabi prize celebrates two decades of cultural influence

      CultureApril 17, 2026
      A protective mihzam belt, in leather and copper alloy, on display at Zayed National Museum. Victor Besa / The National
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      Zayed National Museum explores history of Emirati culture, from pearls to poetry

      Traditions that shaped life across the UAE, influenced by land and sea, are at the heart of the institution

      CultureApril 16, 2026
      Deja vu by Raed Yassin – the inspiration for the eponymous group show in Concrete, which will feature artists represented by 18 UAE galleries. Photo: Gallery Isabelle
      Alserkal Art Month extends Art Week into five-week programme

      The initiative brings exhibitions and public programming together, aligning its closing events with a rescheduled Art Dubai

      CultureApril 14, 2026
      The award was launched in 2007 to reward excellence in contemporary Arabic fiction
      Which International Prize for Arabic Fiction winners are available in English?

      Algerian writer Said Khatibi won the 2026 prize for Swimming Against the Tide

      BooksApril 12, 2026
      Abdulla Mohammed Al-Maainah, former Ambassador of the UAE to South Korea and man behind the design of the UAE flag. Ryan Carter / The National
      Who designed the UAE flag?

      From a newspaper competition to a national emblem, the journey behind the country's most recognisable symbol

      Art & DesignApril 10, 2026
      Museum Curriculum Portal allows teachers to link Louvre Abu Dhabi's artworks and artefacts directly to subjects taught across all school levels. Photo: Louvre Abu Dhabi
      Museum doubles as classroom for the day as Louvre Abu Dhabi offers teaching tool

      Portal allows teachers to link more than 140 artworks to subjects, from maths and science to history and languages

      CultureApril 10, 2026
      Lebanese architect Fadi Yachoui's latest collection, La Volupte, will be at Milan Design Week. Photo: Atelier L’inconnu
      Lebanese architect Fadi Yachoui brings Beirut’s stories to Milan Design Week

      At Rossana Orlandi’s gallery, La Volupte weaves Lebanese craft and memory into immersive design rooted in Lebanon's resilience

      CultureApril 09, 2026
      Museums across Abu Dhabi will host a selection of events and exhibitions in April. AFP
      Cultural events happening across Abu Dhabi museums and art spaces in April

      From Picasso’s reimagining of the human form to live orchestral performances, the capital offers a month of art, heritage and shared experiences

      Art & DesignApril 05, 2026
      'Safina': Arabic word for ship carries a history of travel, commerce and culture
      Arabic word of the week'Safina', or ship, carries a history of travel, commerce and culture

      It evokes centuries of trade, migration and life shaped by the sea

      CultureApril 03, 2026
      The Lego 'Football Highlights' set for Kylian Mbappe is one of many the Danish company is releasing this year for the Fifa World Cup. Reuters
      Lego builds on F1 sporting success with World Cup expansion

      After a fruitful Formula One partnership, toy brand turns to football with a new range of collectible sets

      CultureApril 03, 2026
      Fatima Hezam and her children, Chloe, six, and Noah, three, take part in World Autism Awareness Day activities at Zayed National Museum. Victor Besa / The National
      Zayed National Museum marks Autism Awareness Weekend with inclusive art programme

      Four-day event brings performances, workshops and film screenings that spotlight creativity on the spectrum

      CultureApril 03, 2026
      The McLaren Formula One team partners with Puma to produce its lifestyle collection. Photo: Puma
      Grid fashion: Which F1 team makes the most stylish clothes?

      From Adidas and Puma to Hugo Boss and Tommy Hilfiger, teams are increasingly competing on style as well as speed

      Fashion & BeautyMarch 27, 2026
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