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Farah Andrews

Farah Andrews

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Farah is Head of Features at The National, working in the Culture, Travel and Lifestyle departments. She is also co-host of the Culture Bites podcast and writes weekly travel newsletter, Checking In. Farah moved to the UAE in 2011 after graduating from Queen Mary University of London with a degree in English literature and Hispanic studies. She has worked on a number of entertainment, lifestyle and celebrity titles, including OK! and Cosmopolitan. She is particularly passionate about women’s issues, travel, entertainment and sustainability.
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Why Drake sampling Fairuz is more complicated than you might think
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Culture BitesIs it OK for Drake to sample a Fairuz song?

Hosts debate the pros and cons of western musicians using Arabic songs

Culture BitesSeptember 18, 2025
Jumeirah Thanda Safari employs knowledgeable guides and prioritises conservation. Photo: Jumeirah
The call of the wild: Jumeirah Thanda Safari in South Africa

Unforgettable encounters, wildlife conservation and creature comforts are all part of the experience

TN MagazineSeptember 11, 2025
Khadak serves Indian street food with a gourmet twist. Photo: Khadak
Michelin Guide-lauded Indian restaurant Khadak brings a taste of Mumbai to Dubai

Former Dishoom chef Naved Nasir's venture has already become something of an institution in the city

TN MagazineSeptember 11, 2025
Oasis's official merchandise collaboration with adidas includes the Tour Firebird track top and track pants (Dh429 each). Photo: adidas
Official Oasis x adidas merchandise available to buy in the UAE

The Mancunian band might not be coming to the Emirates, but you can still get tour-branded tees and tracks

Fashion & BeautySeptember 11, 2025
How The Voice of Hind Rajab echoed around Venice
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Culture BitesHow The Voice of Hind Rajab echoed around Venice

Our hosts talk about the success and the critique of the movie, which received a record ovation at the festival

Culture BitesSeptember 11, 2025
Kaouther Ben Hania with the Venice Film Festival Golden Lion award for her docu-drama about a dying child’s plea to be rescued in Gaza. EPA
The Voice of Hind Rajab wins second prize at Venice Film Festival

Director shares message from Hind's mother as 'devastating' film takes home second prize

Film & TVSeptember 07, 2025
Storybook ending for Mosul’s famous leaning minaret
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Culture BitesStorybook ending for Mosul’s famous leaning minaret

Hosts speak about restoration of centuries-old historic sites destroyed by ISIS in Iraq's second city

Culture BitesSeptember 04, 2025
A journey through the emirates, name by name
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Culture BitesA journey through the emirates, name by name

Hosts talk about the meanings behind each emirate's name and discuss book of testimonies from Gaza

Culture BitesAugust 28, 2025
What’s driving new generation of Arab musicians to greatness?
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Culture BitesWhat’s driving this new generation of Arab musicians to greatness?

The National's new podcast, Tarab, will explore music industry’s contemporary sounds and artists behind them

Culture BitesAugust 21, 2025
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed has shared new photographs of himself grouse hunting in Yorkshire. Sheikh Hamdan / Instagram
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Sheikh Hamdan shares glorious photos from heather fields on shooting holiday

Crown Prince of Dubai has made regular summer trips to the Yorkshire countryside in the past

TravelAugust 17, 2025
From public spaces to galleries, where to find street art in the UAE
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Culture BitesFrom public spaces to galleries, where to find street art in the UAE

We speak to the curator of the No Trespassing exhibition at the Ishara Art Foundation

Culture BitesAugust 14, 2025
Cristiano Ronaldo has proposed to long-term partner Georgina Rodriguez with a ring valued up to $4 million. AP; Georgina Rodriguez / Instagram
What to know about Georgina Rodriguez’s engagement ring, estimated at $4m

Footballer and model have been together since 2016

Fashion & BeautyAugust 12, 2025
Culture Bites summer list: easy reads and flight-friendly flicks
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Culture BitesEasy reads and flight-friendly flicks for summer

Hosts recommend books, films and exhibitions to enjoy over the summer holiday

Culture BitesJuly 31, 2025
Traditional Caesar salad ingredients are relatively inexpensive, but not at some restaurants in Dubai. Getty Images
ColumnCould a Caesar salad ever be worth Dh450?

A look at dishes that seem to be expensive by design, created with the intention of ruffling feathers

FoodJuly 25, 2025
Spiralling therapist or kitchen chaos? What to watch first from Emmy nominations
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Culture BitesSpiralling therapist or kitchen chaos? What to watch first from Emmy nominations

Hosts recommend their favourite shows

Culture BitesJuly 24, 2025
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