Farah Andrews

Dubai

Head of Features at The National

Co-Host at Culture Bites

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Everything we know about Disneyland Abu Dhabi, from expected opening dates to jobs and hotels

6 days ago | thenationalnews.com | Farah Andrews

Everything we know about Disneyland Abu Dhabi, from expected opening dates to jobs and hotels
What is a foreign film production anyway?

1 week ago | thenationalnews.com | Enas Refaei |Farah Andrews

This week on Culture Bites, Enas Refaei and Farah Andrews discuss Palestinian poet and writer Mosab Abu Toha, who won a Pulitzer Prize this week. He was recognised for his essays on life in war-torn Gaza, which reflect the hardships faced by Palestinians under Israeli siege. The hosts also review the most notable looks from this week’s Met Gala, where celebrities dressed to the theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.
What is a foreign film production anyway?

1 week ago | thenationalnews.com | Enas Refaei |Farah Andrews

This week on Culture Bites, Enas Refaei and Farah Andrews discuss Palestinian poet and writer Mosab Abu Toha, who won a Pulitzer Prize this week. He was recognised for his essays on life in war-torn Gaza, which reflect the hardships faced by Palestinians under Israeli siege. The hosts also review the most notable looks from this week’s Met Gala, where celebrities dressed to the theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.
Disney coming to the UAE: Disneyland Abu Dhabi to open on Yas Island | The National

1 week ago | thenationalnews.com | Evelyn Lau |Farah Andrews

Tokyo DisneySea is a fantasy theme park at Tokyo Disney Resort, inspired by the myths and legend of the sea. Alamy
How Abu Dhabi is attracting Hollywood

2 weeks ago | thenationalnews.com | Enas Refaei |Farah Andrews

In this episode of Culture Bites, Enas Refaei and Farah Andrews share some of their picks from The National’s list of the 50 most important Arabic novels of the 21st century. The compilation reflects the diversity of the region’s modern literary scene and the influential authors whose works have impacted audiences near and far.
How political should a music festival be?

3 weeks ago | thenationalnews.com | Enas Refaei |Farah Andrews

In this episode of Culture Bites, our hosts Enas Refaei and Farah Andrews explore the unlikely connection between Moroccan traveller Ibn Battuta and Sharjah, which he chronicled in his writing. Sharjah hosted a rich literary programme during its participation as guest of honour at the 30th Rabat International Book Fair, highlighting the historical connections between Morocco and the UAE. The famous 14th-century traveller’s journeys to the region took the spotlight at the pavilion.
Can art really cut through the turmoil?

3 weeks ago | thenationalnews.com | Enas Refaei |Farah Andrews

In a special episode of Culture Bites, Enas Refaei and Farah Andrews host the show from Art Dubai, the city's annual art fair that is taking place this week. They share some of their recommendations for what not to miss at the event this year – including regional, international and digital art. The hosts speak to Mirjam Varadinis, the curator of the Bawwaba section at Art Dubai, about her vision for the exhibit to imagine new forms of coexistence amid an era of turmoil.
No, we don't need a British version of Saturday Night Live

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | Farah Andrews

Kristen Wiig, Scarlett Johansson, Ana Gasteyer and Kim Kardashian perform a sketch for Saturday Night Live in February. Getty ImagesNo, we don't need a British version of Saturday Night Live
Taking the art out of artificial: Has AI gone too far? | The National

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | Enas Refaei |Farah Andrews

This week on Culture Bites, Enas Refaei and Farah Andrews discuss the ethical consideration of using artificial intelligence to create art. Their conversation is inspired by the recent viral trend of promoting AI generators like ChatGPT to convert personal photos into Studio Ghibli-style images. The founder of the famous Japanese animation house, Hayao Miyazaki, is staunchly critical of integrating AI into artistic designs.
Dubai World Cup fashion: Stylish attendees at the 2025 horse races

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | Farah Andrews

The Style Stakes are judged in five categories: Best Dressed Couple, Best Traditional Outfit, Best Dressed Man, Best Dressed Lady and Best Hat. Chris Whiteoak / The NationalMore than Dh300,000 worth of prizes were handed out in the Style Stakes competition. Chris Whiteoak / The NationalThe Style Stakes are judged in five categories: Best Dressed Couple, Best Traditional Outfit, Best Dressed Man, Best Dressed Lady and Best Hat.