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Faisal Salah

Faisal Salah

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Abu Dhabi
Faisal is a Gaming Journalist who also covers movies and UAE news. A graduate of Zayed University’s Integrated Strategic Media programme, Faisal completed his national service with the Navy. He speaks English, Arabic and French. His interests include the films and music of the 1980s, Brutalist architecture, Arsenal FC and collecting physical media.
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UAE Founding Father the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and French President Valery Giscard d'Estaing waving from a balcony in Abu Dhabi in 1980. Getty Images
TimeframeWhen Giscard d'Estaing met Sheikh Zayed in Abu Dhabi in 1980

State visit sowed the seeds for a strong relationship between France and the UAE

CultureMarch 14, 2025
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This strip shows the first appearance of Popeye in the comic. This version of Popeye has now entered the public domain. Photo: EC Segar
Popeye, Tintin and A Farewell to Arms enter public domain in 2025

Others include Dashiell Hammett and Agatha Christie novels, as well as Disney’s Skeleton Dance

CultureJanuary 03, 2025
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Barcelona's Lionel Messi holds the 2009 FIFA Club World Cup trophy as he celebrates the Spanish club's victory at Zayed Sports City Stadium in Abu Dhabi on December 19, 2009. Photo: AFP
TimeframeLionel Messi and Barcelona triumph in Abu Dhabi in 2009

The Club World Cup success capped off a spectacular year for Pep Guardiola’s team as they collected six trophies

FootballDecember 27, 2024
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The second season of the popular South Korean Netflix show Squid Game released on Thursday. Photo: Netflix
Squid Game season two review: Slow start kicks into gear for action-packed follow up

The popular South Korean Netflix show returns after a three-year wait

Film & TVDecember 27, 2024
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FILE - Jimmy Donaldson, the popular YouTube video maker who goes by MrBeast, wears a Lionel Messi jersey as he stands in a sideline box at the start of an MLS soccer match between Inter Miami and CF Montreal, March 10, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo / Rebecca Blackwell, File)
MrBeast did not rent pyramids for 100 hours, Egyptian authorities say

World's most popular YouTuber claimed he was free to 'explore anywhere I want' at ancient landmark

Pop CultureDecember 20, 2024
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Abdulla Lutfi's latest exhibition is on display at Mestaria Gallery in Alserkal Avenue. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Lutfi’s manga-inspired art is driven by his love for Japan and the UAE

The artist, who is on the autism spectrum, only draws in black and white

Art & DesignDecember 19, 2024
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Rafah has been razed following Israel's bombing campaign. Motaz Azaiza / Instagram
'This is Rafah now': Viral photo exposes remnants of city

Following global 'All Eyes on Rafah' campaign in May, photojournalist posts what remains in desolate wasteland

CultureDecember 16, 2024
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UAE Founding Father the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan honours France's Jacques Chirac with the Order of Zayed in Abu Dhabi on December 16, 1997. AFP
TimeframeWhen Sheikh Zayed honoured Jacques Chirac in 1997

UAE’s Founding Father and late French president were known to have a very close relationship

CultureDecember 13, 2024
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Astro Bot was one of the surprises of the year, contending with established titles and remaining one of the most beloved games. Photo: Team Asobi
The seven best video games of 2024, from Astro Bot to Call of Duty

It has been a stellar year of releases, with original titles, sequels and remakes taking the industry to even higher levels

Pop CultureDecember 11, 2024
Faisal Salah
The documentary Beyond the Blue follows the team at the National Aquarium as they help a whale shark return to its pack. Photo: National Geographic
New documentary highlights Abu Dhabi aquarium’s conservation efforts

Marine biologist Paul Hamilton hopes National Geographic film will encourage future generations to preserve and save marine life

Film & TVNovember 18, 2024
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Audiomob wants to substitute in-game video adverts with audio adverts on free mobile games for a less intrusive experience. Getty Images
Could audio ads be the future of mobile gaming?

Wilfrid Obeng, co-founder of Audiomob, says his company's technology is less intrusive

Pop CultureNovember 17, 2024
Faisal Salah
Tetris celebrates its 40th anniversary this year with the release of a new game called Tetris Forever. AFP
Best, worst and weirdest variants of Tetris, a once-unbeatable game

As a new version is released, we look back at the original, its legacy and influence

Pop CultureNovember 12, 2024
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Animenia Abu Dhabi hosted several stars from the world of anime, with fans flocking to meet them. Victor Besa / The National
'Not worried about replacement': Anime voice actors embrace AI future

Fumi Hirano and Masaya Matsukaze, who have hundreds of credits to their name, say the evolution of technology provides new opportunities

CultureNovember 10, 2024
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Lail Nahar, directed by Abdulaziz Almuzaini, will premiere at the Red Sea International Film Festival. Photo: Handout
The five new Arab films screening at the Red Sea International Film Festival

The movies are part of a programme named Arab Spectacular

CultureNovember 06, 2024
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A mystery in the Silent Hill 2 remake was solved this week, revealing a connection to the original game. Photo: Konami Digital Entertainment
Seven of the best Easter eggs in video game history

As a fan's find in Silent Hill 2 goes viral, The National rounds up some of the greatest hidden treasures

CultureNovember 05, 2024
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