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Faisal Salah

Faisal Salah

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Abu Dhabi
Faisal is a Gaming Journalist who also covers movies and UAE news. A graduate of Zayed University’s Integrated Strategic Media programme, Faisal completed his national service with the Navy. He speaks English, Arabic and French. His interests include the films and music of the 1980s, Brutalist architecture, Arsenal FC and collecting physical media.
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The PlayStation 5 Slim and the PlayStation Portal, Sony's newest consoles. Photo: Sony Interactive Entertainment
When will PlayStation 5 Slim and Portal go on sale in UAE?

Gamers in certain countries are already able to buy both, but those in the region will have to wait

Arts & CultureNovember 15, 2023
Faisal Salah
A still from the game Dead Space. Photo: Electronic Arts
Five of the scariest games of all time to play on Halloween

We've picked the top titles for the ultimate fright experience to play with your friends, or alone

Arts & CultureOctober 28, 2023
Faisal Salah
Super Mario Bros Wonder features a new voice as the beloved main character Mario. Photo: Nintendo
Game of the week: Super Mario Bros revive the magic of side-scrolling

The latest Super Mario adventure brings a familiar but renewed experience on the Nintendo Switch

WeekendOctober 27, 2023
Faisal Salah
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is greeted by Fifa president Gianni Infantino and Al Nassr's Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo at the launch of the Esports World Cup in Riyadh. AFP
Saudi Arabia's largest Esports tournament scheduled for next year

Announcement was made by Saudi Crown Prince at the New Global Sport conference with Cristiano Ronaldo in attendance

Arts & CultureOctober 24, 2023
Faisal Salah
Smartphones remain the device of choice for gamers in Saudi Arabia, with nearly three quarters of users opting for the platform that offers convenience and portability. Getty Images
The future of gaming is mobile, says Sandsoft's Ahmed Sharif

Mobile gaming presents a huge access point for gaming companies with just about everyone owning a mobile phone today

Arts & CultureOctober 24, 2023
Faisal Salah
Ryan Gosling as Ken and Margot Robbie as Barbie in Barbie. Looks from the summer hit are one of the top Halloween costume choices this year. Photo: Warner Bros
No Barbie or Ken for Halloween, according to Hollywood writers' union

Union shared strict guidelines for actors who want to dress up for the holiday

Arts & CultureOctober 22, 2023
Faisal Salah
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 doubles the fun and allows gamers to fight with not one, but two Spidies. Photo: Marvel
Spider-Man 2 review: Five stars and game of the year contender

It is exclusive to PlayStation 5 and follows on from the hugely successful first of the series released in 2018

Arts & CultureOctober 21, 2023
Faisal Salah
Sharjah launched Air Arabia with a flight to Bahrain, billing itself as the first low-cost carrier in the Middle East. AFP
Timeframe: Air Arabia's first flight - destination Bahrain

The Sharjah-based airline has operated for 20 years since its first flight in 2003

WeekendOctober 20, 2023
Faisal Salah
Jane Fonda receives a lifetime achievement award at Abu Dhabi's Middle East International Film Festival in 2008. AFP
Timeframe: When the Middle East Film Festival found its feet

The second edition of the capital's international film festival in 2008 drew serious star power, including Jane Fonda, Spike Lee and others

WeekendOctober 13, 2023
Faisal Salah
A scene from Leo, a new animated film from Netflix starring Adam Sandler. Photo: Netflix
Leo: Adam Sandler's animated Netflix film releases first trailer

It is part of multi-film deal Sandler signed with the streaming platform in 2014

Arts & CultureOctober 13, 2023
Faisal Salah
The slimmer console aims to address concerns about its predecessors' bulky frame. Photo: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Sony unveils slimmer PlayStation 5

New model comes with 30% smaller frame, but price remains unchanged

Arts & CultureOctober 11, 2023
Faisal Salah
Candles, mini pumpkins and Halloween-themed sweets are frequently added to boo baskets. Getty Images
How to make a boo basket, Tiktok's latest autumn trend

Celebrate the changing seasons, Halloween or both with a hamper stuffed with autumnal gifts

Things to doOctober 07, 2023
Faisal Salah
Assassin's Creed Mirage allows gamers to play with Arabic-speaking characters. Photo: Ubisoft
Assassin's Creed Mirage review – gameplay returns from the wilderness

Set in 9th century Baghdad during the Abbasid Caliphate, the 13th title blends stealthy gameplay with subtle Arabic characteristics

Arts & CultureOctober 07, 2023
Faisal Salah
Uma Thurman as The Bride in Kill Bill. Photo: Miramax
Kill Bill after 20 years: The film that cemented Tarantino's legacy refuses to die

Drawing on his love of martial arts cinema, the director proved his versatility

WeekendOctober 06, 2023
Faisal Salah
The Middle East Film and Comic Con returns to Abu Dhabi in February. Photo: MEFCC
Troy Baker to star at Middle East Film and Comic Con in Abu Dhabi

The event will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from February 9 to 11

Arts & CultureOctober 02, 2023
Faisal Salah
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