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Saudi Arabia accuses Abu Dhabi of ‘dangerous’ Yemen actions, strikes port over UAE weapons shipment

Saudi Arabia publicly accused close ally the United Arab Emirates of “extremely dangerous” actions in Yemen as it led “limited” airstrikes on the country’s Mukalla port Tuesday morning following accusations that two ships from the UAE had delivered weapons and combat vehicles to separatist forces. In a statement, the Saudi Foreign ministry called the “steps” …

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Disney reveals first-ever water feature for Abu Dhabi Magic Kingdom Castle

Walt Disney Imagineering has confirmed that the iconic central castle for the upcoming theme park in Abu Dhabi will feature a design unlike any other, incorporating water features – a first for any Disney castle, Speaking on the Disney YouTube series “We Call It Imagineering”, the Senior Vice President of Global Creative Strategy at Imagineering, …

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$150 for a wave: the Abu Dhabi wave pool targeting the ultra-rich

Abu Dhabi has many of the things that surfers hunt for in their quest for perfect waves: warm weather, year-round sun and clear water. The only thing it did not have was waves. That changed in October 2024, when Surf Abu Dhabi opened. Offering the longest artificial wave in the world, the company hopes to …

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In this sun-scorched nation, mall runs and night swims are saving the summer

Summer in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is not for the faint-hearted. The mercury rises beyond 40 degrees Celsius, or 104 Fahrenheit, and the bright sun dazzles down on environments that have little in the way of natural shelter. Traditionally, the UAE has embraced outdoor sports and large-scale fitness events, from desert marathons to beachfront …

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This Abu Dhabi photographer is on a mission to define his country’s ‘architectural identity’

CNN  —  When Hussain AlMoosawi arrived home, he didn’t recognize anything. The Emirati photographer, who had spent eight years studying in Australia, returned to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2013. He’d missed a real estate boom of dizzying proportions: not just new buildings, but new districts. More than that, the buildings of his childhood …

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Coldplay to perform in Abu Dhabi on January 9th, 11th, 12th, and 14th

As the highly anticipated Coldplay Music of the Spheres World Tour arrives at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed Sports City, ticket holders are encouraged to finalize their plans for this momentous occasion. Ensure a seamless experience by downloading your tickets, confirming travel arrangements, and reviewing all event details in advance. The event will takeplace on January 9th, 11th, …

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