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From variations in dialect and standard Arabic to outdated teaching practices, too many young Arabs are struggling to speak their mother tongue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