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Lightning effects depicting the funerary mask of ancient Egyptian King Tutankhamun light up the sky during the opening ceremony in Giza. AFP

Grand Egyptian Museum: What the opening ceremony said about the country

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When do thresholds become courtyards? at Dubai Design Week, an installation that examines the flexible, multifunctional space in Emirati homes. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Community at the heart of Dubai Design Week, through courtyards and teahouses

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Manar Abu Dhabi goes from coastline to desert as exhibition expands to Al Ain

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The UAE National Orchestra’s 70 full-time musicians and 30 choir members were selected from more than 3,200 applicants during a global audition process. Photo: UAE National Orchestra

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Lightning effects depicting the funerary mask of ancient Egyptian King Tutankhamun light up the sky during the opening ceremony in Giza. AFP

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Local highlights at Downtown Design, including tables made from date pits

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Al Wasl Plaza among UAE winners at first RIBA Middle East Awards

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This year's Sharjah International Book Fair offers more than 1,200 cultural and artistic events. Pawan Singh / The National

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