This is the last week to hear the people sing… Theatre fans, if you’ve been too busy to realise, Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular is currently in Abu Dhabi running at the Etihad Arena. The …
G Kishan Reddy expresses grief, says MEA working to bring back mortal remains of youths killed in Dubai
Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar also expressed grief and said in a post on X, “Deeply saddened by the tragic killing of Shri Ashtapu Prem Sagar and Shri Srinivas, both workers from …
DCT Abu Dhabi announces agenda of seventh edition of Culture Summit Abu Dhabi
The Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the key panels and sessions for the seventh edition of Culture Summit Abu Dhabi, the leading global forum to be held …
Stranded, soaked for 12 hours: How UAE’s April 2024 floods pushed residents to rethink home, work
In April 2024, the UAE experienced the heaviest rainfall the country has ever seen. The downpour impacted across the country. For UAE residents who experienced the floods, it taught valuable lessons.
Abu Dhabi Mobility participates in Gulf Traffic Week 2025
The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), affiliated with the Department of Municipalities and Transport, is taking part in the 40th edition of Gulf Traffic Week, held from 13th to 18th …
Abu Dhabi Global Health Week promotes safe digital space for children
Abu Dhabi Global Health Week 2025 has highlighted the importance of creating a safe and responsible digital environment for children.As part of the week’s activities, the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood …
Crypto Firm Hayvn Fined $12 Million in Abu Dhabi for Insufficient AML Controls
Abu Dhabi regulators have issued $12 million in fines against crypto firm Hayvn Group for its lack of anti-money laundering controls.
No more fines: Abu Dhabi removes minimum speed limit on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Road
Abu Dhabi has exempted fines for drivers exceeding the minimum speed limit on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Road (E311), a key motorway linking the capital and Dubai. Previously, the minimum speed limit …
World Art Day: 10 facts about the stunning Louvre Abu Dhabi
A ‘museum city’ in the sea… If there’s one structure in the UAE capital that will catch your eye when you’re driving along Saadiyat, it has to be Louvre Abu Dhabi. Home to a series of stunning …
Syria’s new leader makes his first visit to the United Arab Emirates
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa has made his first visit to the United Arab Emirates. The UAE’s leaders have been circumspect about the new leadership in Damascus in the four months since the fall of …
1001 Crypto Nights: The Grandest Music Festival at TOKEN2049 Dubai
With support from over 60 leading projects across various sectors, the 1001 Crypto Nights Beach Music Festival is set to be an unparalleled gathering. Major sponsors include OneCloud, AWS, …
Al Nahda tower fire: Sharjah Police investigating cause after 5 killed, 19 injured
Authorities in Sharjah are investigating the cause of the fire that broke out on Sunday morning in a 52-floor residential building, inhabited by more than 1,500 people of different …
Bombardier to open new service facility in Abu Dhabi
Bombardier, the Canadian business jet manufacturer, has announced the development of its new service facility at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi. This new facility represents a strong …
Why More Americans Are Moving to Dubai in 2025
From the California coast to the bustling streets of New York, more Americans are packing up and starting fresh in a surprising new destination—Dubai. With its blend of modern luxury, tax perks, and …
Police launch inquiry into Sharjah high-rise fire that killed five
Police have begun an investigation into Sunday’s fire in Sharjah in which five people were killed at a high-rise apartment block in the emirate. The number of deaths was confirmed by a senior figure …
OFFLIMITS in Abu Dhabi: Schedule of concerts
Get ready to rock… Abu Dhabi’s OFFLIMITS Festival is bringing some huge names to the capital on Saturday April 26, and if you’ve followed whatson.ae, you’ll have caught all of our announcements on Ed …
‘Heavy ion therapy’: Abu Dhabi to open game-changing cancer treatment facility
Abu Dhabi is bringing the future of cancer care to the region with a world-class ‘heavy ion therapy’ facility in the UAE. It is one of only 15 in the world.