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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 Eternal Pink diamond was sold for $34.8 million at a Sotheby's auction in 2023. Pawan Singh / The National
Why are pink diamonds so rare and valuable?

The stones owe their unique colour to a quirk of geology - and habitually sell for more than any other gem

LuxuryAugust 19, 2025
David Tusing
Nadeen Ayoub will be the first Miss Palestine to be represented at the Miss Universe pageant in 2025. Photo: Miss Universe Palestine
Nadeen Ayoub on representing Palestine at Miss Universe: 'We should never be silenced'

Beauty queen talks about postponing pageant plans amid the Gaza crisis and how she now hopes to bring attention to her homeland on the international stage

LifestyleAugust 18, 2025
David Tusing
A performer paints his face before acting as a Hindu god in a Kummati Kali, a mask dance, part of the annual Onam festival celebrations. AFP
How is Onam celebrated in Kerala and around the world?

Feasts, colourful masks, performances and boat races will be held during 10-day celebration

Things to doAugust 15, 2025
David Tusing
Hrithik Roshan, left, and NTR deliver earnest performances in War 2. Photo: Yash Raj Films
ReviewOnly Hrithik Roshan and NTR fans will love chaotic War 2

High-octane Bollywood action film, partly shot in Abu Dhabi, keeps the adrenalin pumping, even if the story doesn’t

Film & TVAugust 14, 2025
David Tusing
The Sphere, a music and entertainment arena near the Las Vegas Strip, is coming to Abu Dhabi. Getty Images
Sphere Abu Dhabi on a roll towards construction

Second location of famed Las Vegas entertainment venue set to be built in UAE capital

Music & On-stageAugust 14, 2025
David Tusing
Miss Palestine Nadeen Ayoub will represent her country at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant. Photo: Miss Universe Palestine
Dubai resident to represent Palestine at Miss Universe

Former Miss Earth finalist Nadeen Ayoub says she wants to use the platform to be a voice for people suffering in Gaza 'who refuse to be silenced'

Fashion & BeautyAugust 13, 2025
David Tusing
Pakistani Rangers, right, and Indian Border Security Force soldiers on the eve of Pakistan's Independence Day celebrations. AFP
Why do Pakistan and India celebrate Independence Day a day apart?

The two nations were born on the same day in August 1947

LifestyleAugust 13, 2025
David Tusing
Ashutosh Rana as Ravan in Humare Ram. Photo: Felicity Theatre
Ashutosh Rana’s dream role brings Ramayana to life in Humare Ram

Hit Indian theatrical spectacle is making its international debut at the Dubai Opera

Music & On-stageAugust 13, 2025
David Tusing
Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor and Pakistani actor Fawad Khan promoting their film Aabeer Gulaal in Dubai. Photo: Global Village
Pakistani actor Fawad Khan's Bollywood film gets release date - except in India

Aabeer Gulaal, also starring Vaani Kapoor, was initially set to release in May this year

Film & TVAugust 12, 2025
David Tusing
Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort is a historic five-star hotel set within a 97-hectare estate on the banks of the River Clyde. Photo: JA Resorts & Hotels
Dubai’s JA Resorts & Hotels makes UK debut with two properties in Scotland

Luxury properties in Glasgow and Edinburgh recently underwent extensive renovations

TravelAugust 11, 2025
David Tusing
Huda Kattan has been branded an 'anti-Semite' after she posted a TiKTok video about the suffering of Palestinians. Photo: Getty Images
Huda Kattan alleges ‘smear campaign’ for condemning Gaza atrocities

Beauty mogul has been labelled an 'anti-Semite' for her recent post about the humanitarian crisis in Palestine

Fashion & BeautyAugust 11, 2025
David Tusing
The Sphere in Las Vegas opened in 2023. Alamy
Abu Dhabi secures 10-year licence to build Sphere venues across the Middle East

Version of popular Las Vegas attraction set to be built in UAE capital soon

CultureAugust 07, 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

Direct flights between the two countries are also set to resume in October

TravelAugust 07, 2025
David Tusing
Men and women of all ages join in the annual celebration, which begins on August 8 this year. EPA
Why do Indians tie a rakhi and exchange gifts on Raksha Bandhan

The bond between brother and sister remains at the heart of this ever-evolving Hindu festival

Things to doAugust 06, 2025
David Tusing
Cast member Daniel Perry holds the Palestinian flag during the curtain call of Il Trovatore at Royal Opera House in London. Reuters
Royal Ballet and Opera scraps Tel Aviv show following pressure from members

Famed UK company was set to stage Puccini's Tosca at Israeli Opera

Music & On-stageAugust 06, 2025
David Tusing
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