• My Profile
  • Saved articles
  • Newsletters
  • Sign out
Sign in
  • Register
  • Sign in

News
UAE
Gulf
MENA
US
UK
Europe
Asia
Business
Aviation
Economy
Energy
Money
Property
Banking
Markets
Opinion
Comment
Editorial
Obituaries
Cartoon
Feedback
Future
Science
Space
Technology
Climate
Environment
Road to Net Zero
Health
Culture
Art & Design
Books
Film & TV
Music & On-stage
Pop Culture
Lifestyle
Travel
Fashion & Beauty
Food
Motoring
Luxury
Home & Garden
Wellbeing
Things to do
Sport
Football
Cricket
F1
Tennis
Combat Sports
Cycling
TN Magazine
Special reports
Weekend

Podcasts Newsletters Follow us App Video
TN MagazineSpecial reportsWeekend
News
UAE
Gulf
MENA
US
UK
Europe
Asia
Business
Aviation
Economy
Energy
Money
Property
Banking
Markets
Opinion
Comment
Editorial
Obituaries
Cartoon
Feedback
Future
Science
Space
Technology
Climate
Environment
Road to Net Zero
Health
Culture
Art & Design
Books
Film & TV
Music & On-stage
Pop Culture
Lifestyle
Travel
Fashion & Beauty
Food
Motoring
Luxury
Home & Garden
Wellbeing
Things to do
Sport
Football
Cricket
F1
Tennis
Combat Sports
Cycling
News
UAE
Gulf
MENA
US
UK
Europe
Asia
Business
Aviation
Economy
Energy
Money
Property
Banking
Markets
Opinion
Comment
Editorial
Obituaries
Cartoon
Feedback
Future
Science
Space
Technology
Climate
Environment
Road to Net Zero
Health
Culture
Art & Design
Books
Film & TV
Music & On-stage
Pop Culture
Lifestyle
Travel
Fashion & Beauty
Food
Motoring
Luxury
Home & Garden
Wellbeing
Things to do
Sport
Football
Cricket
F1
Tennis
Combat Sports
Cycling

Maan Jalal

Maan Jalal


Articles

Emma D'Arcy delivered another scene-stealing performance as Queen Rhaenyra throughout the show's second season. Photo: HBO Entertainment
What to expect from House of the Dragon season three

Season two veered away from author George R R Martin’s original source material, meaning what happens next is a little challenging to predict

Film & TVAugust 05, 2024
'Rass' comes from the verb ra’asa, which refers to the action of leading a group of people
Arabic word of the week'Rass' links to head, leader and pride

Ras Al Khaimah is named after a variation of the word

CultureAugust 02, 2024
Richard Gadd plays Donny in Baby Reindeer. His stage show first appeared at Fringe in 2019. Photo: Netflix
Seven TV shows that started at Edinburgh Fringe

The performing arts festival has been a launchpad for some of the world's best creators, where one-person sketches can end up conquering Hollywood

Music & On-stageAugust 02, 2024
A ghostly rom-com, a writer turned detective and a reimagining of the legend of Arthur are among this year's summer releases
Summer reads 2024: Ten new book releases to dive into

Across varying genres, these new releases will keep you hooked throughout the season

BooksJuly 31, 2024
Tom Cruise waves during the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Qualification on day two of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena. Getty Images
A-list names cheer Biles's Olympics comeback

A-list names turn out in droves to support American gymnast's comeback from mental health condition

Pop CultureJuly 29, 2024
Emirati artist Azza Al Qubaisi looked to the dynamism of tennis for design inspiration. Photo: Azza Al Qubaisi
Emirati artist creates the Washington Open tennis trophy

Abu Dhabi artist and designer has designed two trophies for the 2024 tournament

Art & DesignJuly 29, 2024
Hafla will take place at Sotheby’s London galleries in August. Pictured: Untitled by Abdulrahman Al Soliman (2014). Photo: Sotheby's
Sotheby’s summer show in London to focus on Middle East

Hafla will be a celebration of art and design from the region across disciplines and time periods

Art & DesignJuly 28, 2024
Shaghaf refers to intense love, as well as an obsessive interest or admiration for an idea. The National
Arabic word of the week‘Shaghaf’ is all heart and passion

The origin of the word is the act of falling deeply in love

CultureJuly 26, 2024
Stage and screen actor Daen Juma Al Tamimi started his career in 1971. Photo: @alameemi / X
Tributes paid to Emirati actor Daen Juma Al Tamimi

Pioneering star, who was a force in establishing drama in the Gulf, dies aged 75

Film & TVJuly 26, 2024
Shawn Chidiac will perform as part of Dubai’s Most Wanted stand-up comedy show on Thursday at Cadogan Hall in London. Photo: Shawn Chidiac
Comedian Shawn Chidiac on how Dubai is ready for the global spotlight

The Instagram-famous comedian has made it his mission to help grow the emirate's comedy scene

Music & On-stageJuly 25, 2024
Young visitors at Picturing the Cosmos Exhibition at Louvre Abu Dhabi. The museum is rolling out a new star-catching mobile game for children. Victor Besa / The National
Louvre Abu Dhabi launches immersive mobile game for children

The Secret of the Dome Stars encourages youngsters to develop observational skills through quizzes and puzzles

Art & DesignJuly 24, 2024
The Lens & Light: Moments in Focus exhibition will run until August 31 in Ayyam Gallery at Alserkal Avenue. Pictured: Maximum Alert and La Strada from Lost Images 2 Series by Ammar al-Beik. Photo: Ayyam Gallery
Ayyam Gallery exhibition highlights diversity of photography

Arab artists from across region showcase their varying styles through the photographic medium

Art & DesignJuly 23, 2024
Turki Al Sheikh is spearheading the kingdom's expansion into becoming a global leader in entertainment, with sporting, music and film events at the centre. Getty Images
Saudi Arabia launches global competition for Arabic fiction

In part, the literary prize focuses on works that can be adapted into film

BooksJuly 22, 2024
The Arabic word 'teen' doesn't have a clear Arabic source
Arabic word of the weekA fig - and a matter of religious significance

One of only five fruits mentioned in the Quran, it is also used in many dishes in Arabic cuisine

CultureJuly 19, 2024
Iranian artist Farhad Moshiri has combined various styles from the east and west in his work. Photo: Getty Images
Iran's 'most important contemporary artist' dies at 61

Tributes paid to mixed media artist who was strongly influenced by pop art and traditional Iranian craftsmanship

Art & DesignJuly 18, 2024
More Articles

IPSO regulated

News
UAE
Gulf
MENA
US
UK
Europe
Asia
Business
Aviation
Economy
Energy
Money
Property
Banking
Markets
Opinion
Comment
Editorial
Obituaries
Cartoon
Feedback
Future
Science
Space
Technology
Climate
Environment
Road to Net Zero
Health
Culture
Art & Design
Books
Film & TV
Music & On-stage
Pop Culture
Lifestyle
Travel
Fashion & Beauty
Food
Motoring
Luxury
Home & Garden
Wellbeing
Things to do
Sport
Football
Cricket
Olympics
F1
Tennis
Combat Sports
Cycling
Weekend
Living in the UAE
TN Magazine
Podcasts Newsletters Read E-Paper Print Subscriptions Video App
About UsContact UsWork With UsAdvertise With UsTerms & ConditionsPrivacy PolicyCookie PolicySitemapArchiveRegistration FAQsRosalynn Carter Fellowship
IPSO regulated
Follow us
Get news alerts from
The National logo
You can manage notifications at any time by clicking the notifications icon.