N LogoThe National News Logo
  • My Profile
  • Saved articles
  • Newsletters
  • Sign out
UserSign 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
World Cup 2026
Football
Cricket
F1
Tennis
Combat Sports
Cycling
World Cup 2026
Newsletters
TN Magazine
  • International Edition
  • UAE Edition
      Podcasts Newsletters Follow us App Video
      World Cup 2026NewslettersTN MagazineWeekend
      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
      World Cup 2026
      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
      World Cup 2026
      Football
      Cricket
      F1
      Tennis
      Combat Sports
      Cycling
      N Logo
      News
      Business
      Opinion
      Future
      Climate
      Health
      Culture
      Lifestyle
      Sport
      World Cup 2026
      • My Profile
      • Saved articles
      • Newsletters
      • Sign out
      UserSign in
      • Register
      • Sign in

      Maan Jalal

      Maan Jalal

      Location

      Articles

      The Arabic word for human beings is bashar
      Arabic word of the week: 'Bashar' explores what it means to be human

      The term can refer to the physical and symbolic aspect of humanity

      WeekendJuly 07, 2023
      With Zuckerberg and Musk both indicating an interest in fighting, the launch of Meta's Threads app has only fanned the flames even further. Reuters
      Musk vs Zuckerberg and the rise of celebrity combat sports

      With the two tech billionaires discussing a possible cage fight, we take a look at how the social media age has paved the way for big-money influencer bouts

      Pop CultureJuly 05, 2023
      Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi will be the first non-Japanese artistic director of the Aichi Triennale. Photo: Takreem Awards
      Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi to direct Japan's Aichi Triennale 2025

      The contemporary arts festival cited Sheikha Hoor's 'abundant experience' in the arts sector as a reason for her selection

      Art & DesignJuly 05, 2023
      Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, has released his 82nd book. Wam
      Sharjah Ruler's latest book delves into the history of Oman

      Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi's work features Nabhani kings and a fascinating discovery in Khor Fakkan

      BooksJuly 03, 2023
      Emirati artist Almaha Jaralla. Photo: Tabari Artspace
      Camera8
      Turning 1980s Abu Dhabi family life into art show

      Sahem exhibition is a journey into the capital's history via her own personal stories

      Art & DesignJuly 03, 2023
      Bodybuilding social media influencer Jo Lindner died after complaining of neck pain. Photo: @joesthetics / Instagram
      Joesthetics, fitness social media influencer, dies aged 30

      Tributes pour in for Jo Lindner, who had more than eight million followers on Instagram and was known for his charismatic personality

      Pop CultureJuly 02, 2023
      Henry Cavill returns as Geralt for the last time in the Netflix series. Photos: Netflix
      The Witcher review – fun but confusing last season for Henry Cavill

      Fantasy epic makes long-awaited return, but still suffers from thin plots and cheesy narratives that plagued first two seasons

      Film & TVJune 30, 2023
      The Arabic word for question is su'al
      ‘Su'al’: The Arabic word for question comes in many forms

      The meaning of the term has not changed over time but the type of question differs depending on context

      WeekendJune 30, 2023
      The Armed Forces Shohadaa Masjid is on Al Bada Street in Dubai. All photos: Pawan Singh / The National
      Camera12
      Photo essay: Understated beauty of Armed Forces Shohada Mosque

      The mosque in Jumierah is a fusion of traditional and contemporary design elements

      WeekendJune 30, 2023
      The Arabic word sayf translates to summer in English
      Arabic word of the week: 'Sayf' is as warm as summer itself

      Not to be confused with the word for sword, sayf also lends itself to expressions of clarity

      WeekendJune 23, 2023
      Nicole Ari Parker plays an affluent documentary filmmaker on And Just Like That. AFP
      Nicole Ari Parker on why people love to hate on And Just Like That

      The actress believes the backlash to the first season says more about the people who were triggered than the series itself

      Film & TVJune 22, 2023
      The second season of And Just Like That... picks up three weeks after the end of the first. Photo: OSN
      Camera10
      Review: And Just Like That season two is strictly for SATC fans

      While digging deeper into the lives of its main characters, the revival offers nothing new... but that's not necessarily a bad thing

      Film & TVJune 21, 2023
      Michael Patrick King has been one of the main driving forces behind Sex and the City for 25 years. Reuters
      And Just Like That ... director returns with a special guest

      Writer and filmmaker says Carrie Bradshaw's other great love Aidan Shaw returns for good reason

      Film & TVJune 20, 2023
      Singer-songwriter Robbie Williams is set to perform in Abu Dhabi in October. AFP
      Robbie Williams to perform at Abu Dhabi's Etihad Arena in October

      The former Take That member is set to entertain audiences in the capital

      Music & On-stageJune 20, 2023
      Musician Jindi is one of the artists selected in the second edition of Numoo. Photo: The Arts Centre, NYUAD
      NYUAD Arts Centre selects more UAE creatives for Numoo initiative

      The 10 residents will take part in an intensive programme, which aims to help them grow as artists

      Music & On-stageJune 19, 2023
      More Articles

      The National News Logo
      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.