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Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln in Steven Spielberg's Lincoln. Photo: Dreamworks Pictures

Seven great films about US presidents to watch on election night

From searing biopics to reconstructions of world-changing events, these titles offer insight into what goes behind the scenes at one of the world's most powerful jobs

Ahmed and Rashid bin Shabib's New Circulation exhibition in Tokyo

Is a physical and virtual hybrid the future of gaming and sports?

Where to buy posters and limited-edition art in the UAE

Sonic the Hedgehog is like a child brought up by fans, says creator

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French-Lebanese trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf performs at the Dubai Opera. Razmig Bedirian / The National

Ibrahim Maalouf delivers epic and intimate show at Dubai Opera

Maya Rudolph and Democratic Presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris appear on NBC's Saturday Night Live in New York City. AFP

Kamala Harris pokes fun at Donald Trump in Saturday Night Live skit

The four-month event will launch at King Abdulaziz International Airport in January. Photo: Diriyah Biennale Foundation

What to expect at Islamic Arts Biennale 2025

Mishaal Al-Qamlas began his career in theatre and went on to direct several productions. @alomran889 / X

Kuwaiti actor Mishaal Al-Qamlas dies aged 50

America will vote for either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris to be the next president on November 5. AFP; Reuters

Who do celebrities support in the US presidential election?

Christ Martin was unharmed after a fall during a performance in Melbourne. Photo: x/@eugefernandes

Coldplay singer Chris Martin falls through hole in stage at Melbourne concert

Coldplay’s Chris Martin will return to Abu Dhabi in January for four shows along with his band. Reuters

UAE gigs and shows guide, from Coldplay to the Corrs

For the month of November Cinema Akil in 25hours will offer a programme of free films to watch. Photo: Cinema Akil

Cinema Akil's outdoor location reopens with free film screenings

French-Lebanese trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf performs at the Dubai Opera. Razmig Bedirian / The National

Ibrahim Maalouf delivers epic and intimate show at Dubai Opera

Maya Rudolph and Democratic Presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris appear on NBC's Saturday Night Live in New York City. AFP

Kamala Harris pokes fun at Donald Trump in Saturday Night Live skit

The four-month event will launch at King Abdulaziz International Airport in January. Photo: Diriyah Biennale Foundation

What to expect at Islamic Arts Biennale 2025

Mishaal Al-Qamlas began his career in theatre and went on to direct several productions. @alomran889 / X

Kuwaiti actor Mishaal Al-Qamlas dies aged 50

America will vote for either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris to be the next president on November 5. AFP; Reuters

Who do celebrities support in the US presidential election?

Christ Martin was unharmed after a fall during a performance in Melbourne. Photo: x/@eugefernandes

Coldplay singer Chris Martin falls through hole in stage at Melbourne concert

Coldplay’s Chris Martin will return to Abu Dhabi in January for four shows along with his band. Reuters

UAE gigs and shows guide, from Coldplay to the Corrs

For the month of November Cinema Akil in 25hours will offer a programme of free films to watch. Photo: Cinema Akil

Cinema Akil's outdoor location reopens with free film screenings

French-Lebanese trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf performs at the Dubai Opera. Razmig Bedirian / The National

Ibrahim Maalouf delivers epic and intimate show at Dubai Opera

Maya Rudolph and Democratic Presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris appear on NBC's Saturday Night Live in New York City. AFP

Kamala Harris pokes fun at Donald Trump in Saturday Night Live skit

The four-month event will launch at King Abdulaziz International Airport in January. Photo: Diriyah Biennale Foundation

What to expect at Islamic Arts Biennale 2025

Mishaal Al-Qamlas began his career in theatre and went on to direct several productions. @alomran889 / X

Kuwaiti actor Mishaal Al-Qamlas dies aged 50

Abu Dhabi Art will run at Manarat Al Saadiyat from November 20 to 24. Photo: Abu Dhabi Art

More than 100 art galleries to showcase work at Abu Dhabi Art

The fair will also have three new sections delving into various facets of the art world

Review: Singham Again is Rohit Shetty dialled up to max

Jumeirah Mosque takes inspiration from two Islamic architectural styles – Fatimid and Egyptian Mamluk. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Mosques of the UAE: Jumeirah landmark is beautiful inside and out

Varun Dhawan on Citadel: Honey Bunny's international appeal

The house of the artist Abdul-Rahim Baalbaki has been destroyed. Photo: Lubnan Baalbaki

Renowned Lebanese artist's home destroyed by Israeli forces

Sheikha Latifa hails Dubai's vision at World Cities Culture Summit

Sale reflects 'unprecedented interest' in Arab art, Christie’s says

Palestinian Bedouin villagers 'gave us their houses, hearts and goats'

Seven of the best Middle Eastern horror films and TV shows

Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln in Steven Spielberg's Lincoln. Photo: Dreamworks Pictures

Seven great films about US presidents to watch on election night

From searing biopics to reconstructions of world-changing events, these titles offer insight into what goes behind the scenes at one of the world's most powerful jobs

Cinema Akil's outdoor location reopens with free film screenings

Kamala Harris pokes fun at Donald Trump in Saturday Night Live skit

The 10 best Christmas movies of the 2020s

Review: Singham Again is Rohit Shetty dialled up to max

Kuwaiti actor Mishaal Al-Qamlas dies aged 50

Varun Dhawan on Citadel: Honey Bunny's international appeal

New Circulation is the first exhibition at Atelier Muji celebrating the UAE and the Arabian Peninsula. Photo: Ahmed and Rashid bin Shabib

Ahmed and Rashid bin Shabib's New Circulation exhibition in Tokyo

Showcase by brothers Ahmed and Rashid bin Shabib looks at how centuries-old customs can inspire novel ways of thinking about sustainability

Where to buy posters and limited-edition art in the UAE

Photo essayAbu Dhabi street art project paints a picture of the city's identity and ambition

What to expect at Islamic Arts Biennale 2025

Pro-Palestine demonstrators in Berlin this month. Protests condemning Israel's attacks remain a fixture in many cities worldwide. EPA

Pulitzer and Booker winners lead calls to boycott Israeli culture

More than 1,000 authors and publishers sign 'this is genocide' open letter

Reem Bassiouney on the timeless appeal of Arabic historical fiction

Palestine's former minister of culture recounts Israeli invasion

Violinist Michael Barenboim warns of rising censorship in Germany

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