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Farah Andrews

Farah Andrews

Head of Features
Dubai
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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Copies of J D Salinger's classic novel 'The Catcher in the Rye' as well as his volume of short stories called 'Nine Stories' at the Orange Public Library in Orange Village, Ohio. AP
J D Salinger and 'Catcher in the Rye' are going digital

The American author's books are finally going to be available in ebook format

BooksAugust 12, 2019
Farah Andrews
Student learning Arabic language. Alamy
Six of the best free Arabic learning apps and podcasts

Living in a digital age, there is plenty of choice when it comes to language apps. Here, we have tried and tested these for you

LifestyleAugust 11, 2019
Farah Andrews
Jay Z, Cher and Miley Cyrus have all made musical comebacks. Getty Images
11 of the most successful musical comebacks of all time

From 'the cat with nine lives' Cher to a resurrected Jay-Z, here's a look at some of the most notable artists to have returned from career obscurity

MusicAugust 08, 2019
Farah Andrews
From left: Biswa Kalyan Rath, Sunidhi Chauhan and Hariharan will all be performing at an Abu Dhabi event to celebrate Indian Independence Day. Courtesy Front Row Events
Stars performing in Abu Dhabi to celebrate Indian Independence Day

There will be a mix of Bollywood, classical and comedy performances this August, with stars such as Sunidhi Chauhan coming to town

On StageAugust 07, 2019
Farah Andrews
Inside the Coffee Planet roastery. The National / Andrew Scott
Taking a tour inside Coffee Planet's Dubai roastery

From crop to cup, here's how your morning cup of Joe is roasted in Dubai

FoodAugust 06, 2019
Farah Andrews
The Park Hyatt Dubai is offering up to 40 per cent off room rates this Eid Al Adha. Courtesy Park Hyatt Dubai
Things to do in Dubai this Eid Al Adha

From five-star hotel stays to firework displays, there is plenty to keep the entire family busy this Eid

LifestyleAugust 05, 2019
Farah Andrews
Michelle Williams, Beyonce and Kelly Rowland last reunited on stage at the 2018 Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival, during Beyonce's headline slot. Getty Images
Get jumpin' jumpin': Destiny's Child set to reunite to mark 20 years

Beyonce wants to make the reunion 'bigger and better' than the Spice Girls

MusicAugust 05, 2019
Farah Andrews
The Duchess of Sussex is reportedly writing a children's book about her rescue dogs. AP
Meghan Markle to pen a children's book about her beloved dogs

It will not be a tell-all story about life as a royal

BooksAugust 04, 2019
Farah Andrews
BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 03: Phoebe Waller-Bridge accepts the Outstanding Achievement in Comedy Award for "Fleabag" onstage during the TCA Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on August 03, 2019 in Beverly Hills, California. Amy Sussman/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==
'Fleabag' wins big at the Television Critics Association Awards

Three awards for the Phoebe Waller-Bridge's Amazon series at the 35th annual TCA awards

TelevisionAugust 04, 2019
Farah Andrews
3D Spider-Man, a tunnel and a peeking kitten are three of the works that will be on display at trick art museum, 3D World Dubai. Instagram / 3D World Dubai
A museum of 3D 'trick art' is opening in Dubai

The artwork is designed to make you feel a part of the scene

ArtAugust 01, 2019
Farah Andrews
Banana Republic has produced a limited line of hijabs. Courtesy Banana Republic
Banana Republic accused of 'capitalising' on hijabs

The American brand has been slammed with accusations of 'capitalising' on the modest market, as it brands the line 'insensitively'

FashionAugust 01, 2019
Farah Andrews
Edible Charcoal with 23 carat Gold ice cream from Scoopi. Courtesy Scoopi
What does charcoal and 23-carat gold ice cream taste like?

At Dh99 it's an indulgent treat, but one that will look great on your Instagram

FoodAugust 01, 2019
Farah Andrews
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -Mad X Tailors along Jumeirah Street. Leslie Pableo for The National for Farah Andrews story
Inside Mad Tailors the new restaurant on Dubai's Jumeirah Road

It is a seriously photogenic new hangout on the Jumeirah Road

FoodAugust 01, 2019
Farah Andrews
Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, The Dubai Mall. Courtesy Emaar Entertainment
Free entry to popular UAE attractions this Ramadan

From the Dubai Frame to Ferrari World, some of the emirates' most popular attractions are offing free experiences this holy month

FamilyAugust 01, 2019
Farah Andrews
For Ramadan Get Fit Chick is offering free diet plans to people who sign up for a membership, and will be giving back to the community. Instagram / Get Fit Chick UAE
Ramadan 2019: fitness deals around the UAE

Fitness transformations, bootcamps and special instructors for the holy month

WellbeingAugust 01, 2019
Farah Andrews
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