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      Faisal Salah

      Faisal Salah

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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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      Star Wars episode 1 – The Phantom Menace celebrates its 25th anniversary. Photo: 20th Century Home Entertainment
      The enduring influence of Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace video game

      The National retrospectively reviews the game from 1999, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this month as the film returns to the big screen

      CultureMay 10, 2024
      Spider-Man: Homecoming stars Tom Holland as the titular hero. Photo: Columbia Pictures
      All eight Spider-Man films to return to UAE cinemas

      The movies will screen every Saturday, starting with 2002's Spider-Man starring Tobey Maguire

      Film & TVMay 10, 2024
      Oulaya Amamra in Divertimento, a film from France which will be screened as part of the European Film Festival in Abu Dhabi. Photo: Estello Films
      10 films to watch at the European Film Festival in Abu Dhabi

      The event, running from May 12 to 16 at the Cultural Foundation, will feature recent movies from across Europe

      CultureMay 10, 2024
      The Nintendo Wii gave gamers the chance to get up and get active. Getty Images
      How the Nintendo Wii changed gaming forever, 20 years on

      Announced in May 2004, the console became a household fixture when it was launched , bringing families together for gaming fun

      CultureMay 08, 2024
      Cosplayers at the Esports and Gaming Festival at Dubai World Trade Centre. Pawan Singh / The National
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      GameExpo 2024 returns to Dubai with tech showcases and esports

      Running until Sunday, the two-day event is a haven for gamers and pop culture fans

      CultureMay 05, 2024
      Italy's Il Cinema Ritrovato, meaning found cinema, screens newly restored films each summer. Getty Images
      Hidden gem film festivals from around the world

      Glitz and glamour aside, events worldwide exist purely for the love of cinema

      CultureMay 05, 2024
      Lebanese diva Fairouz performs at the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi. AFP
      Timeframe: When Fairouz enchanted Abu Dhabi in 2006

      Concert at the Emirates Palace hotel was conducted by Karen Durgaryan

      CultureMay 03, 2024
      Could the Nintendo Switch 2 be released in 2025? AFP
      Everything we know so far about the Nintendo Switch 2

      Although nothing has been confirmed yet, it is believed the company's next console will come out in 2025

      CultureMay 03, 2024
      The 2024 Dubai Esports and Games Festival will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Antonie Robertson/The National
      Gaming festival in Dubai expected to reach the next level

      Event includes an industry summit and a weekend full of activity

      CultureMay 01, 2024
      Sony's PlayStation Portable launched in December 2004 and had far more features than its rivals. Reuters
      Why Sony's groundbreaking PSP took gaming to a new level in 2004

      Commonly known as the PSP, product launched in 2004 took gaming to a new level

      CultureApril 28, 2024
      Niche design aesthetics from the past are making a comeback thanks to social media. Illustration by The National; Photos: Getty Images, Virgin Records, Nissan and Reynolds
      Niche aesthetics from the past re-gaining popularity on social media

      For World Design Day, here are some forgotten styles that are becoming popular again

      CultureApril 27, 2024
      Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous prelude to South Sudan's 2011 secession, Goodbye Julia has garnered acclaim. Photo: Station Films
      Goodbye Julia leads nominations for Critics Awards for Arab Films

      The ceremony will take place on the sidelines of the Cannes Film Festival

      CultureApril 25, 2024
      Having started on British television, Dev Patel has cemented himself as one of the most exciting talents in cinema. Reuters
      Dev Patel’s career evolution, from Skins to Monkey Man

      The talented British actor writes, directs and stars in his latest film

      CultureApril 25, 2024
      Tourath means heritage, and is an important word across the region
      Arabic word of the week: 'Tourath' is heritage and inheritance

      It is important for younger generations to preserve their tourath

      CultureApril 19, 2024
      Dave Chappelle has previously played two sold-out shows in Dubai, in 2015 and 2018. AP
      Dave Chappelle to headline Abu Dhabi Comedy Week

      American comic named festival's headline act, joining line-up that includes Chris Tucker, Andrew Schulz and Bassem Youssef

      CultureApril 19, 2024
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