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Faisal Al Zaabi

Faisal Al Zaabi

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Abu Dhabi
Faisal is a Gaming Journalist who also covers 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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Emirati chef Khalifa Mohammed Al Otaiba at the UAE pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. Photo: UAE Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka
Meet the 16-year-old Emirati chef serving traditional sweets at Expo 2025 Osaka

Khalifa Mohammed Al Otaiba is wowing Japanese attendees at his workshop within the UAE pavilion

FoodAugust 01, 2025
Tom Holland addressed the James Bond casting rumours on Thursday, saying: "Listen, there’s speculation at the minute. We’ll keep it to a minimum for now." Getty Images
Writer and director revealed, but who will play James Bond?

14 actors who could fit the tux for the next 007 movie

FilmAugust 01, 2025
The ME Dubai Hotel hosts the exhibition Emirati Art At Me. Photo: Dubai ME Hotel
Museum and gallery guide: Harry Potter celebration and Emirati artists

Embroidery, weaving, painting, photography, film and wizardry on offer

CultureAugust 01, 2025
Harry Potter: The Exhibition has opened in Abu Dhabi. Photo: Proactiv Entertainment
How to have a magical time at Harry Potter: The Exhibition

Immersive experience is making its Middle East debut

Film & TVAugust 01, 2025
Rami Malek's The Amateur is a plot-boiler made for the skies. Photo: 20th Century Studios
Best films to watch on Emirates and Etihad airlines this summer

From tearjerkers to over-the-top action, these productions fit the sky-high mood

Film & TVJuly 29, 2025
A legacy sequel of Shaun of the Dead could explore the bond between Simon Pegg's Shaun, second from right, and his now-zombie friends. Photo: Pictorial Press Ltd / Alamy Stock Photo
Classic horror movies that deserve legacy sequels

Our pick of the films that deserve to be rehashed in the present day

Film & TVJuly 19, 2025
The Arabic word for forgetfulness and oblivion is alnisyan. The National
Arabic word of the week How 'Alnisyan', or forgetfulness, is a poetic shorthand for sorrow

The term can evoke the gentle slipping of memories into the mists of time

CultureJuly 18, 2025
The gaming festival in Riyadh Boulevard City offers activities for visitors of all ages. Photo: Esports World Cup
Arcade games and sword dance: What visitors can do at Esports World Cup, Riyadh

The event, open until August 24, is being held in addition to the competitive tournaments

CultureJuly 16, 2025
Blood Line is a new game from Netflix and Super Evil Megacorp, adapted from the Rebel Moon films by Zack Snyder. Photo: Netflix Games / YouTube
Zack Snyder's first game, Rebel Moon: Blood Line, is Netflix's most ambitious

Mobile game, releasing globally on Tuesday, is a stand-alone continuation of the popular films

CultureJuly 15, 2025
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
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