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Farah Andrews

Farah Andrews

Head of Features
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Farah is Head of Features at The National, working in the Culture, Travel and Lifestyle departments. She is also co-host of the Culture Bites podcast and writes weekly travel newsletter, Checking In. Farah moved to the UAE in 2011 after graduating from Queen Mary University of London with a degree in English literature and Hispanic studies. She has worked on a number of entertainment, lifestyle and celebrity titles, including OK! and Cosmopolitan. She is particularly passionate about women’s issues, travel, entertainment and sustainability.
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A journey through the emirates, name by name
Culture BitesA journey through the emirates, name by name

Hosts talk about the meanings behind each emirate's name and discuss book of testimonies from Gaza

Culture BitesAugust 28, 2025
What’s driving new generation of Arab musicians to greatness?
Culture BitesWhat’s driving this new generation of Arab musicians to greatness?

The National's new podcast, Tarab, will explore music industry’s contemporary sounds and artists behind them

Culture BitesAugust 21, 2025
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Sheikh Hamdan shares glorious photos from heather fields on shooting holiday

Crown Prince of Dubai has made regular summer trips to the Yorkshire countryside in the past

TravelAugust 17, 2025
From public spaces to galleries, where to find street art in the UAE
Culture BitesFrom public spaces to galleries, where to find street art in the UAE

We speak to the curator of the No Trespassing exhibition at the Ishara Art Foundation

Culture BitesAugust 14, 2025
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Fashion & BeautyAugust 12, 2025
Culture Bites summer list: easy reads and flight-friendly flicks
Culture BitesEasy reads and flight-friendly flicks for summer

Hosts recommend books, films and exhibitions to enjoy over the summer holiday

Culture BitesJuly 31, 2025
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ColumnCould a Caesar salad ever be worth Dh450?

A look at dishes that seem to be expensive by design, created with the intention of ruffling feathers

FoodJuly 25, 2025
Spiralling therapist or kitchen chaos? What to watch first from Emmy nominations
Culture BitesSpiralling therapist or kitchen chaos? What to watch first from Emmy nominations

Hosts recommend their favourite shows

Culture BitesJuly 24, 2025
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A Kennedy-style stay at Cape Cod's charming Chatham Inn

Fine dining, blue skies and fresh air at the white-picket-fence retreat on the popular US holiday destination

TravelJuly 22, 2025
Is it a bird? Superman and 'winged' Zayed National Museum
Culture BitesThe marvels awaiting us at Zayed National Museum

Hosts preview Abu Dhabi landmark's opening and discuss new superhero movie

Culture BitesJuly 17, 2025
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It is the most expensive fashion item to have ever sold at auction

Fashion & BeautyJuly 11, 2025
Tips for a kid-friendly, cultural summer in Abu Dhabi
Culture BitesTips for a kid-friendly, cultural summer in Abu Dhabi

Hosts talk about Saadiyat's art offerings and Syrian TV’s comeback moment

Culture BitesJuly 10, 2025
Is life more fun with our phones locked away? And a look at Glastonbury surprises
Culture BitesIs life more fun with our phones locked away?

Hosts discuss festival's mystery artists and Dave Chappelle’s show in Abu Dhabi

Culture BitesJuly 03, 2025
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Queen Rania fashion highlights from Bezos wedding weekend

Jordanian royals wore both athleisure and high fashion looks

Fashion & BeautyJune 30, 2025
How big is Abu Dhabi's role in Brad Pitt's F1 film?
Culture BitesHow big is Abu Dhabi's role in Brad Pitt's F1 film?

Hosts discuss the action-packed motorsport movie and share suggested summer reads

Culture BitesJune 26, 2025
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