A fire in Abu Dhabi’s Musaffah Industrial Area was quickly contained, causing no casualties or damage/Representative Image A fire broke out on Tuesday evening in several commercial shops in Abu Dhabi’s Musaffah Industrial Area, prompting a rapid response from the Abu Dhabi Police and the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority. The blaze was quickly contained, […]
The Abu Dhabi gigascale solar project, covering 90 km², will pair a 5.2 GW solar farm with a 19 GWh battery, powering hundreds of thousands of homes with continuous renewable energy / Image: Al Dhafra Solar PV plant When construction begins, this project is set to transform global perceptions of solar energy. Abu Dhabi has […]
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ordered expansion of protected natural areas in Abu Dhabi. Image: Booking.com In a major step toward environmental preservation, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered a significant expansion of protected natural areas in Abu Dhabi. The emirate will now designate 20% […]
The new stadium in Abu Dhabi’s Zayed City will feature a retractable pitch and fully air-conditioned seating for 24,000 spectators/ Image:X If you’re curious about Abu Dhabi’s latest big sports project, here’s what you need to know: a brand-new, fully air-conditioned stadium is coming for Al Jazira Club. But this isn’t just a new home […]
The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi will remain open on October 20, a Monday, for special Diwali celebrations/ Image: Trip Advisor The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi has unveiled a detailed schedule of events and guidelines for Diwali, as it prepares to host tens of thousands of visitors each day. The temple, which […]
Sonakshi and Zaheer Spotted Enjoying Every Moment in Abu Dhabi Bollywood stars Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal recently traded red carpets for sand dunes and skyscrapers during their October 2025 visit to Abu Dhabi as part of the UAE’s ‘Visit Abu Dhabi’ campaign. Their journey wasn’t just about sightseeing—it was about discovering a city where […]
Starting November 4, 2025, Air Arabia will operate twice-weekly direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Assiut/Image: Air Arabia Starting November 4, 2025, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi will launch direct flights between Zayed International Airport and Assiut, Egypt, adding a third Egyptian destination to its growing regional network. The new route will operate twice weekly and […]
The monastery complex on Sir Bani Yas Island includes courtyard houses where monks lived in seclusion, indicating a structured early Christian community/ Image: National A newly uncovered Christian cross from a seventh- to eighth-century monastery on Abu Dhabi’s Sir Bani Yas Island is offering rare insight into the region’s deep-rooted religious coexistence. Found during the […]
Certificates of Origin certify that goods are produced in a specific country, essential for customs, tariffs, and export compliance/ Image: File The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has reported a significant increase in the issuance of Certificates of Origin over the past year. This development highlights the emirate’s growing industrial base, increased trade […]
Jay Shah, ICC Chairman, visited Abu Dhabi’s iconic BAPS Hindu Mandir/Image: Instagram Jay Shah, Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), paid a memorable visit to the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, the region’s first hand-carved traditional sandstone temple. Guided by Pujya Brahmavihari Swami, the temple’s head, Shah was deeply moved by the temple’s […]
