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Abu Dhabi DoE rolls out energy safety campaign

Abu Dhabi DoE rolls out energy safety campaign

The campaign provides essential guidance on how to minimise risks when using electrical appliances and gas systems — at a time when rising temperatures increase reliance on cooling and other power-intensive equipment. Eng. Ahmed Alsayed Mohamed...

Rock legends Scorpions back in Abu Dhabi after 8 years: Date, venue, tickets and all you need

Rock legends Scorpions back in Abu Dhabi after 8 years: Date, venue, tickets and all you need

Scorpions to light up Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 21, 2025/ Image: @scorpions/X TL;DRScorpions are playing one night only at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi on October 21, 2025Part of their “Coming Home” tour celebrating 60 years of musicExpect...

Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi unveils 20 new adventures

Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi unveils 20 new adventures

Signature rides include Al Falaj Race, the region’s first side-by-side dueling tube raft race, Al Sahel Junior, the first mini zero-gravity junior boomerango, and Bahamut’s Rage, a high-thrill log flume water ride and more Miral, Abu Dhabi’s...

UAE to Open Massive Museum in December that ‘Reflects Historical Trajectory of the Country’

UAE to Open Massive Museum in December that ‘Reflects Historical Trajectory of the Country’

A new mega museum is slated to open in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Island in December this year. Designed by UK architectural firm Foster + Partners, the Zayad National Museum will house a Qur’an more than 1,000 years...

Abu Dhabi's Zayed National Museum to open in December

Abu Dhabi's Zayed National Museum to open in December

Zayed National Museum will open to the public in December, the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi has announced. Named after the country’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the museum was established on the...

Sent from Abu Dhabi, now ICU stay under threat

Sent from Abu Dhabi, now ICU stay under threat

According to the woman’s mother, the 24-year-old is running a fever, probably due to an infection, and the doctors have advised her to discharge her once it subsides. The mother, however, said that her financial condition is extremely weak. “I...

Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum to open in December

Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum to open in December

He emphasised that the museum will act as a space of emotion, memory and vision, embodying Sheikh Zayed’s belief in education, compassion and national pride. Celebrating the UAE’s ancient heritage Inspired by Sheikh Zayed’s belief in learning from...

United Arab Emirates Sharia-Based Judgments in American Court

Back when the debate about foreign law—including especially Islamic law—in U.S. courts was in the news, I blogged quite a bit about it. I also wrote two law review articles on the subject, see Foreign Law in American Courts and Religious Law...

Ethnic Kazakh Children from Abroad Gather at Ethno-Camp in Burabai

Ethnic Kazakh Children from Abroad Gather at Ethno-Camp in Burabai

ASTANA – The Jas Qazaq summer camp at the IQanat High School in Burabai opened its doors for ethnic Kazakh children from abroad on July 9. Photo credit: Otandastar Foundation Click to see the map in full size. The map is designed by The Astana...

Abu Dhabi: Zayed National Museum To Open In December 2025    What Visitors Can Expect

Abu Dhabi: Zayed National Museum To Open In December 2025 What Visitors Can Expect

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Have you seen architectural marvel on Saadiyat Island, recently? That's the Zayed National Museum, which is set to open in December this year, which is being built in honour of UAE's Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed....

UAE, Qatar or Bahrain: Where should expats go in 2025?

UAE, Qatar or Bahrain: Where should expats go in 2025?

Expats exploring new opportunities across the UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain in 2025 / Image: File TL;DR:UAE offers fast business growth with zero income tax but high living costs.Qatar is very safe, family-friendly, and tax-free but more conservative...

DCT Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy – Les Roches to Drive Next Chapter of Emirati Talent Development

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) is partnering for the first time with Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy – Les Roches, to launch the 2025 edition of its Tourism Youth Summer Camp. The Academy is managed under the...

UAE DPM assures Naqvi of addressing visa-related concerns

UAE DPM assures Naqvi of addressing visa-related concerns

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has assured Pakistan of addressing visa-related concerns as the two countries discussed boosting cooperation in different fields. The development came as Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met UAE Deputy Prime Minister...

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, Ministry of Foreign Trade highlight role of CEPAs in boosting service exports

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully organised a workshop in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Trade to explore the role of the Comprehensive Economic...

foster + partners’ five-winged national museum to open soon on abu dhabi’s saadiyat island

foster + partners’ five-winged national museum to open soon on abu dhabi’s saadiyat island

zayed national museum will open doors in december 2025 The anticipated Zayed National Museum is set to open in December 2025 in the Saadiyat Cultural District, joining a growing network of landmark institutions such as the Louvre Abu Dhabi,...

UAE assures full visa facilitation support for Pakistanis

UAE assures full visa facilitation support for Pakistanis

The United Arab Emirates’ Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister, Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on Friday assured “full support” in expediting visas for Pakistani citizens, state-run Associated Press of Pakistan (APP)...

UAE agrees to ensure necessary steps to facilitate visas for Pakistanis

UAE agrees to ensure necessary steps to facilitate visas for Pakistanis

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have mutually agreed to ensure necessary steps to facilitate visas for Pakistani citizens, especially work visas. Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the United Arab Emirates and...

Culture BitesTips for a kid-friendly, cultural summer in Abu Dhabi

Culture BitesTips for a kid-friendly, cultural summer in Abu Dhabi

In this episode of Culture Bites, hosts Enas Refaei and Farah Andrews offer some inspiration for an art-infused summer with respite from the heat. Enas discusses a family day out at Saadiyat Cultural District, including a stop at teamLab Phenomena...

UAE assures full cooperation on easing visa process for Pakistanis

UAE assures full cooperation on easing visa process for Pakistanis

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has assured full cooperation in easing the visa process for Pakistani citizens. The development came in a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior,...

Kreol Group and Lagardère bring Pistachio Kunafa Chocolate to Abu Dhabi Duty Free

Kreol Group and Lagardère bring Pistachio Kunafa Chocolate to Abu Dhabi Duty Free

Kreol Group has partnered with Petit Gourmet to bring the brand’s Pistachio Kunafa Chocolate to travel retail with Lagardère at Abu Dhabi Duty Free. The launch follows the soaring popularity of kanufa and pistachio chocolate in the market today....

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