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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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Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah at the powdering ceremony of his son Prince Abdul Mateen. AFP
Brunei royal wedding pageantry highlights wealth of tiny nation

Prince Abdul Mateen and Anisha Rosnah's 10-day celebration will culminate in a glittering ceremony

TravelJanuary 12, 2024
Prince Abdul Mateen waves to onlookers from his car as he leaves following his marriage solemnisation ceremony. AFP
Prince Mateen and Anisha Rosnah's marriage solemnised

Sultan of Brunei was hand-kissed by son at male-only ceremony before 17-gun salute fired

LifestyleJanuary 11, 2024
Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei looks resplendent at his Istiadat Berbedak or powdering ceremony. @faiqairudin / Instagram
Brunei royal wedding: What is a powdering ceremony?

The 10-day celebration of Prince Mateena and Anisha Rosnah's nuptials includes religious and traditional rituals, as well as a glitzy wedding reception

LifestyleJanuary 10, 2024
The portraits of Prince Abdul Mateen and bride Anisha Rosnah with a slogan that reads 'God protect the royal couple' are pictured on a billboard over a road on Borneo island in Brunei. AFP
Brunei royal wedding celebrations in full swing

Ten-day extravaganza of glitz and glamour under way, with special guests rumoured to be on list for glittering banquet

LifestyleJanuary 10, 2024
Anisha Rosnah wears a traditional dress by Malaysian designer Teh Firdaus at a ceremony ahead of her wedding to Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei. Photo: @tehfirdaus / Instagram
Brunei's Anisha Rosnah dazzles in designs by Malaysia's Teh Firdaus

The royal bride has worn two creations so far by the designer known for his bridalwear

Fashion & BeautyJanuary 09, 2024
The exhibition runs until March 22 at the famed Palace Museum. Photo: Royal Commission for AlUla
Beijing's Forbidden City hosts exhibition about AlUla

Show featuring rare artefacts celebrates Saudi region's ancient history and trade links with China

Art & DesignJanuary 06, 2024
Sharjah Old Cars Club is hosting the festival from February 2. Photo: @shjocc / Instagram
Date announced for first Sharjah Classic Cars Festival

Three-day event will feature vintage vehicles and family-friendly activities

MotoringJanuary 06, 2024
Ebla Mari and Dave Turner in The Old Oak. Photo: Sixteen Films
Touching film about Syrian refugees in England in Baftas running

Ken Loach's social drama is set in a former mining town in the north-east

Arts & CultureJanuary 06, 2024
French chef Aurelien Largeau has denied allegations of involvement in a hazing incident in his kitchen. @hoteldupalais / Instagram
Michelin-lauded chef quits restaurant after 'troubling incident'

Aurelien Largeau has denied allegations as authorities open an investigation

FoodDecember 29, 2023
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque will now be open to visit 24 hours a day. Victor Besa / The National
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque now open 24 hours a day

More opportunities for travelers in transit who wish to see renowned landmark but do not have much time

Things to doDecember 28, 2023
Mariah Carey wrote All I Want for Christmas is You in 1994 with Walter Afanasieff. Photo: @mariahcarey / Instagram
How much does Mariah Carey make from 'All I Want for Christmas'?

Released in 1994, the pop star's song becomes the de facto festive anthem every year

MusicDecember 24, 2023
Travellers wait behind the departures screens at Dubai International Airport. Authorities are gearing up for a busy festive season. AFP
Dubai, Riyadh and Jeddah in world's busiest flight routes of 2023

Flights between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore were the most in demand this year

TravelDecember 24, 2023
Released in 1984, Last Christmas has never made it to the UK's Christmas No 1, until now. Alamy
Last Christmas finally tops UK chart, 39 years after its release

For decades, the song was known as the best-selling single to have never reached No 1

Music & On-stageDecember 24, 2023
Dubai Mall's Christmas bauble decoration is the largest of its kind in the world. Antonie Robertson / The National
Timeframe: The UAE's Christmas-themed world records

From the most expensive tree to the largest ornaments, here are some interesting festive feats

WeekendDecember 22, 2023
Sheikh Zayed Festival's New Year's Eve fireworks show is looking to break three Guinness World Records. Photo: Sheikh Zayed Festival
Sheikh Zayed Festival to set four world records on NYE

Show involving 5,000 drones and a one-hour fireworks display aim to end the year in style

LifestyleDecember 22, 2023
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