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      Plestia Alaqad's first book will detail her experience as a Palestinian journalist in Gaza as the war began. Plestia Alaqad / Instagram
      Palestinian journalist Plestia Alaqad's first book set to be released in 2025

      The Eyes of Gaza will chronicle writer's experience of living in Gaza when the war began on October 7

      BooksSeptember 25, 2024
      Some of the best album covers of all time include works by renowned artists and photographers. Photos: Capitol, Apple, Epic, Polygram, RCA, Warner Bros, Polydor
      Nine famous album covers and the artists who designed them

      From thoughtful illustrations to street photography, these designs have stood the test of time

      Pop CultureSeptember 24, 2024
      The Pingyao International Photography Festival will run from September 19 to 23, and features the work of art student Mezna Alzaidi along with her classmates. Photo: Zayed University
      Zayed University students put work on show at festival in China

      Group's photography exhibition confirms UAE's high standing in the international art community, says professor

      Art & DesignSeptember 21, 2024
      The Arabic word for grape has many symbolic meanings and cultural references, especially in the region. The National
      Arabic word of the weekThe Arabic term for grape has a bunch of meanings

      The fruit is also one of five mentioned in the Quran and is a metaphor for divine blessings

      CultureSeptember 20, 2024
      Stepping away from traditional mosque designs, Al Warqa’a has no fence and is lined with palm trees. Photo: Waiwai design
      Mosques of the UAE: Al Warqa’a blends tradition with modern design

      The cubic landmark is unique and has no boundary wall to represent openness to all

      Art & DesignSeptember 20, 2024
      Andy Warhol: The Glam Factory will be running until October 31 at The Foundry in Downtown, Dubai. Pictured: Liz by Andy Warhol, offset lithograph on paper, 1954. Photo: The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts
      Andy Warhol exhibition in Dubai shows his influence on pop culture

      Curator says pop artist's fascination with fame helped change the definition of celebrity

      Art & DesignSeptember 19, 2024
      Culture Bites
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      Celebrating one whole year of Culture Bites

      The hosts discuss big moments at the Emmys and the Trump biopic coming to town

      Culture BitesSeptember 19, 2024
      Randa Maddah’s solo exhibition Hanging Gardens is running at Tabari Artspace in DIFC until October 12. Photo: Tabari Artspace
      Syrian artist explores duality of life in occupied Golan Heights

      Syrian visual artists paints serene landscapes that represent a state of the 'in-between'

      Art & DesignSeptember 18, 2024
      Al-Quds Al-Arabi daily newspaper confirmed the death of Elias Khoury on Sunday. AP
      Elias Khoury: Remembering the Lebanese novelist's life in six works

      The celebrated writer, who died on Sunday, frequently explored themes of conflict and the Palestinian cause in his work

      BooksSeptember 16, 2024
      The 75th Emmy Awards took place in January 15 this year and the The 76th Emmy Awards will take place on September 15. Photo: Reuters
      The story behind the double Emmys taking place in 2024

      An industry-wide dispute in 2023 affected the calendar and led to a postponement

      Film & TVSeptember 15, 2024
      The Arabic word for finger is issbaa. Photo: The National
      Arabic word of the weekHow the term for finger is popular in proverbs

      Also pronounced as ousbaa in many colloquial dialects, this week's word can also be used as a metaphor to explain a number of things, from feelings to complex social situations

      CultureSeptember 13, 2024
      A replica of Tintin Moon Rocket, which accompanied the Emirati astronaut Dr Sultan Al Neyadi into space, is on show at Louvre Abu Dhabi. Photo: Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Center
      Weekly UAE museum and gallery guide: New Louvre display

      Plus, a group exhibition that is influenced by nature

      Art & DesignSeptember 13, 2024
      Bookshops have a 'vibe and soul' that can't be replicated by digital equivalents, say owners. Victor Besa / The National
      Why bookshop communities are important in the UAE

      Despite living more of our lives online, shops still champion the benefits of experiencing physical media

      BooksSeptember 10, 2024
      The word for onion in Arabic is Bassal. Photo: The National
      Arabic word of the week'Bassal', like the onion, has many layers

      While mostly used to refer to the vegetable, it can also be used to describe someone's character

      CultureSeptember 06, 2024
      Al Bidya Mosque does not contain wood, meaning carbon dating cannot be used to identify its age. Leslie Pableo for The National
      Mosques of the UAE: Al Bidya welcomes worshippers for 600 years

      Oldest place of worship in UAE is best known for two things: its domes – and lack of minaret

      Art & DesignSeptember 06, 2024
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