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      Matt and Lori Hubbard with Olivia, eight, Gage, 10, and a festive camel on Christmas Day 2017. Christopher Pike / The National
      Timeframe: An appreciation of Christmas in the UAE

      Cold and snowy or hot and sandy? It doesn’t matter as long as it’s a Yuletide spent together

      WeekendDecember 23, 2022
      The House Of Knowledge presents the 'Pearls of Wisdom' exhibition at Qasr Al Watan running until January 6, 2023. All Photos: Antonie Robertson
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      Precious manuscripts and Islam's impact on Europe and beyond

      Pearls of Wisdom showcases 30 precious manuscripts across science, poetry and religion

      Art & DesignDecember 23, 2022
      These contemporary Arab novels cover a range of themes from immigration, broken families, identity and lost histories.
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      Top 12 contemporary novels by Arab writers you should read

      These novels explore the Middle Eastern experience in diverse and profound ways

      BooksDecember 22, 2022
      The Scan and Learn Arabic app is now available to download for free on IOS and Android platforms. Photo: Abu Dhabi Language Centre
      Arabic Language Centre launches Scan and Learn Arabic app

      Ongoing initiative aims to teach and encourage users to engage with Arabic everyday

      BooksDecember 21, 2022
      Anima is an immersive lighting experience at the event. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
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      Mother of the Nation Festival extended after huge success

      The annual family-friendly event on the Corniche has been a huge success

      Things to doDecember 21, 2022
      Lily Collins continues to be her chic, wonderful and stylish self, but with bangs this time. Photo: Netflix
      Emily in Paris season 3 review: Still fun, dramatic and cheesy

      Lily Collins frolicking around the French capital while trying to solve her problems is both annoying and relaxing

      Film & TVDecember 20, 2022
      Kitab is the Arabic word for book. The National
      Arabic word of the week: 'Kitab' has an aptly lyrical history

      The term and its meaning are derived from the word for 'to write'

      WeekendDecember 16, 2022
      Is it time to change how we learn Arabic?
      Is it time to change how we learn Arabic?

      From variations in dialect and standard Arabic to outdated teaching practices, too many young Arabs are struggling to speak their mother tongue

      WeekendDecember 16, 2022
      Eadweard Muybridge's Animal Locomotion (1887) will be on display at the Manarat Al Saadiyat. Photo: Auer Photo Foundation
      Manarat Al Saadiyat exhibition to showcase historical images

      The photography showcase will give an overview of early image-capturing techniques by pioneering shutterbugs

      Art & DesignDecember 15, 2022
      Timothee Chalamet stars as Paul Atreides in Dune, the sci-fi epic based on the 1965 novel by Frank Herbert. AP
      Dune 2: Timothee Chalamet posts photo from Abu Dhabi shoot

      Sequel to the sci-fi epic is expected to hit cinemas in November next year

      Film & TVDecember 13, 2022
      Internationally acclaimed and award-winning Peruvian tenor Juan Diego Florez will return to the UAE to perform at the Emirates Palace on March 1. Photo: Mona Al Marzooqi
      Abu Dhabi Festival returns with full programme of live shows

      After two years of hybrid performances, the 20th anniversary event goes back to being in person

      Music & On-stageDecember 12, 2022
      The awards will be a vehicle to discover emerging writing talent while honouring established storytellers. Photo: BCW Global
      New literary award in Abu Dhabi celebrates Emirati heritage

      Golden Narrative Award aims to highlight the work of new writers and honour established authors

      BooksDecember 11, 2022
      Joaquin Phoenix is reprising his role as Arthur Peck, the man behind the Joker in the sequel to the 2019 award wining and critically acclaimed blockbuster Joker. Photo: AP
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      First photo of Joaquin Phoenix in Joker sequel released

      Shooting for the anticipated film, which also stars Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn, has started

      Film & TVDecember 11, 2022
      The Arabic word atlal means ruins in English
      Arabic word of the week: How 'Atlal' has featured throughout Arabic song and poetry

      The word is the title of one of the most profound love songs in Arab history

      WeekendDecember 09, 2022
      Award-winning Saudi actress and filmmaker Ahd Kamel has written My Driver and I, to be produced by OSN. Photo: Odd Camel Films
      OSN commissions new Saudi film by Ahd Kamel

      My Driver and I is the story of found family and will star a diverse Arab cast

      Film & TVDecember 08, 2022
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