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David Tusing

Assistant Features Editor
Abu Dhabi
David is an assistant features editor working in the Arts&Culture and Lifestyle departments. Originally from Manipur in North East India, he moved to the UAE in 2006 from Bengaluru, where he studied, and has been working in the country ever since. Before joining The National, he was the editor of tabloid!, the daily entertainment and lifestyle supplement of Gulf News, where he worked for 10 years. He has been extensively covering the UAE’s entertainment and lifestyle scene, with interests in films, fashion, fitness, celebrity culture and Bollywood.
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The Atlanta route will initially be served by Etihad four times a week. Photo: Etihad
Etihad Airways launches direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Atlanta

Capital of Georgia is the first of 10 new routes announced last year

TravelJuly 03, 2025
David Tusing
Air strikes involving Israel, Iran and the US have led to thousands of flights being cancelled. Reuters
UpdateSome international airlines suspend flights to the UAE

Airports urge travellers to check with their airline before heading for their flights

TravelJune 25, 2025
David Tusing
Passengers queue at Dubai International Airport following Iran's Monday attack on a US military base in Qatar. Reuters
Indian airlines resume UAE flights following temporary suspension

Indian airlines say they aim to minimise disruption but warn of potential delays

TravelJune 25, 2025
David Tusing
A flight status display shows cancelled flights in the departure terminal at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel. EPA
US government issues security alert for Americans travelling abroad

There is the potential for demonstrations against US citizens and interests, the State Department warned

TravelJune 23, 2025
David Tusing
The new Bvlgari Resort & Mansions Abu Dhabi is set to launch in 2030. Photo: Bvlgari Resorts
Trump, Bugatti and Chelsea FC: The branded properties coming to UAE

An increasing number of luxury brands are putting their stamp on growing market

LuxuryJune 22, 2025
David Tusing
Queen Elizabeth II unveils a painting of the QE2 while visiting the liner in Southampton, England in June 2008. Getty Images
TimeframeQueen Elizabeth's final farewell to the QE2 before it headed to Dubai

British royal had launched her namesake ship 39 years earlier in 1969

LifestyleJune 20, 2025
David Tusing
The entrance of Gerbou restaurant. Photo: Gerbou
Dubai hotspots Gerbou and Smoked Room among world's most beautiful restaurants

World title winner of the Prix Versailles architecture and interior design award will be chosen from among 16 finalists in December

FoodJune 18, 2025
David Tusing
Following from Coachella, Kneecap kept up its 'Free Palestine' chant at London's Wide Awake Festival in May. AFP
Music industry divided over campaign to ban pro-Palestine group from Glastonbury

Johnny Marr, co-founder of The Smiths, is latest high-profile musician to speak up in support of hip-hop trio from Belfast

Music & On-stageJune 17, 2025
David Tusing
Alexej Manvelov as Akram Salim in Netflix show Dept Q. Photo: Netflix
Who is Netflix hit Dept Q's Kurdish actor playing a Syrian policeman?

Nine-part series is currently the second most-watched worldwide

Film & TVJune 16, 2025
David Tusing
Customers connecting through Dubai with final destinations in Iraq, Iran, Jordan and Lebanon will not be accepted for travel. Reuters
UAE airlines extend flight suspensions as Israel-Iran conflict escalates

Passengers connecting through UAE with final destinations in Iraq, Iran, Jordan and Lebanon will not be accepted for travel at point of origin by most airlines

TravelJune 16, 2025
David Tusing
Yasmin Elhady, left, and Hoda Abrahim in Muslim Matchmaker. Photo: ABC News Studios
New to stream, from Muslim Matchmaker to Sydney Sweeney thriller Echo Valley

Plus, a remastered Metallica album and a film about the OceanGate disaster

Pop CultureJune 13, 2025
David Tusing
Emaar Properties will be the tallest metro station in the world when it opens. Photo: Dubai Media Office
Record-breaking train stations as Dubai Metro's Blue Line set to become tallest

Construction has begun on Blue Line extension that will add 14 stations and 30km to emirate's existing network

LifestyleJune 10, 2025
David Tusing
El Nido in Palawan has some of Asia's best beaches. Getty Images
Ten places to visit in the Philippines as visa rules change

Passport holders can now enter South-East Asian country at no cost and stay up to 14 days

TravelJune 09, 2025
David Tusing
Jane Birkin with her Hermes bag in 1996. Photo: Mike Daines / Shutterstock
Six things to know about Jane Birkin's Hermes bag as it goes on sale

Handbag will feature in Sotheby's first Fashion Icons auction

Fashion & BeautyJune 08, 2025
David Tusing
The existence of Artemisia Gentileschi’s Hercules and Omphale was previously unknown. Photo: J Paul Getty Trust
Artemisia painting goes on display following rescue from Beirut blast

J Paul Getty Museum's restored Hercules and Omphale is part of new exhibition celebrating famed Italian artist

Art & DesignJune 08, 2025
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