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Zayed National Museum opens on December 3

The national museum of the UAE tells the story of the land and its people, and stands as a tribute to the legacy of Sheikh Zayed, the nation’s Founding Father

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Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum to open on December 3

Opening day celebrations will feature performances, workshops and guided tours, while dining options will include Emirati restaurant Erth, Al Ghaf Café and the Garden Cafés

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Global Village unveils upgrades, new attractions for Season 30

Since its debut in 1997, Global Village has hosted over 100 million visitors

Beaumont Nathan Team

Middle East’s next-gen collectors and global wealth shifts redefine art market

With inflation and portfolio volatility pushing investors to look beyond traditional assets, art has attracted increasing attention

Beaumont Nathan team

Art advisory firm strengthens Middle East presence with Abu Dhabi launch

Beaumont Nathan formally launches in the Middle East with the appointment of Lateefa bin Hamoodah as regional advisor

Here's why AI will never replace the voice in your head, says jack Thomas Taylor

Here’s why AI will never replace the voice in your head

The real opportunity isn’t in AI replacing human creativity but in amplifying it, in creating space for the weird and wonderful ideas that only emerge when humans have the time and freedom to play

Sotheby’s to debut inaugural Abu Dhabi Collectors’ Week with multimillion-dollar auctions

The auctions coincide with one of Abu Dhabi’s busiest weeks, which also includes the Formula One Grand Prix, Abu Dhabi Finance Week, Milken Institute Middle East and Africa Summit 2025, and Bitcoin MENA

Sandstorm Comics debuts retail presence through Kalima and Kinokuniya

Sandstorm Comics debuts retail presence through Kalima and Kinokuniya

The debut follows Sandstorm’s recent international showcases, including New York Comic Con 2024 and Middle East Film and Comic Con 2025

Abu Dhabi to build 'Sphere' venues across the region

Abu Dhabi to build ‘Sphere’ venues across the region

The deal follows the October announcement of Sphere Abu Dhabi and was detailed in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing made on July 28

Dubai to get its own orchestra; launch approved by Sheikh Hamdan

Dubai to get its own orchestra; launch approved by Sheikh Hamdan

By 2033, Dubai orchestra aims to include Emirati talent in 50 per cent of its membership

Abu Dhabi Festival 2025 showcases global collaborations, youth empowerment

Abu Dhabi Festival 2025 showcases global collaborations, culture and youth empowerment

The Abu Dhabi Festival showcases global partnerships and Arab and international talent, while continuing to organise year-round initiatives shaping the UAE’s creative future

The wait is over: teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi opens to public

The wait is over: teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi opens to public

teamLab Phenomena invites visitors into a realm where sight, sound, and touch are woven into an evolving ecosystem of massive, transformative artworks

Art Dubai Digital's Gonzalo Herrero Delicado on 'rethinking art'

Art Dubai Digital’s Gonzalo Herrero Delicado on ‘rethinking art and tech’

This edition shifts the focus back to art and the critical questions it raises about our present, says the curator of the show

teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi to open in April

teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi to open in April

The 17,000-square-metre attraction will offer visitors an immersive journey at the intersection of art, technology, and nature

Tech To Make Riyadh Epicentre of MENA Music by 2030, Grammy Awards President Tells DeepFest 2025

Tech to make Riyadh MENA music hub by 2030, says Grammy head at DeepFest

The Recording Academy, which launched the Latin Grammys 25 years ago, is now looking to help music and artists from the Middle East and North Africa gain global traction

100 years and counting: Leica Camera's Dr Andreas Kaufmann on the brand's remarkable legacy

100 years and counting: Leica Camera’s Dr Andreas Kaufmann on the brand’s remarkable legacy

The chairman of the company’s Supervisory Board shares Leica’s milestones and vision for the future, reflecting on how it continues to inspire the next generation of photographers

Dubai shopping Festival: 30th edition returns on Dec 6; DSF nights debuts

Dubai shopping Festival: 30th edition returns on Dec 6; DSF nights to debut

DSF 2024 is supported by key sponsors Visa and Dubai Islamic Bank, with strategic partners such as Al Futtaim Malls, AW Rostamani Group, City Walk, and Emirates Airline

EId Al Etihad 2024: Where to watch National Day fireworks in the UAE

Eid Al Etihad 53: Where to watch National Day fireworks in the UAE

Whether you’re in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, here are spots to enjoy the fireworks and celebrate the UAE’s National Day in style

World's largest mosaic mural unveiled in Dubai to honour UAE founding fathers Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai unveils world’s largest mosaic artwork to honour UAE Founding Fathers

This mosaic, which replaces an earlier mural on the Hatta Dam Water Falls, honours the visionaries behind the UAE’s establishment while symbolising the enduring values of the Union

Al Laith's Jason English on supporting the region's evolving events sector

Al Laith’s Jason English on supporting the region’s evolving events sector

We explore how Al Laith has sustained its leadership by adapting to the region’s evolving needs, leveraging technology and innovation, and prioritising sustainability across its operations

dubai metro music festival to begin on Sept 21 image-RTA

Dubai Metro Music Festival kicks off on Sept 21 – performances at these stations

This weeklong event will transform five Dubai metro stations into cultural hubs, featuring performances by 20 musicians from the UAE and around the globe

ADQ to buy minority stake in Sotheby’s

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ to acquire minority stake in Sotheby’s

The deal, valued at approximately $1bn, marks a significant partnership aimed at supporting Sotheby’s growth and innovation plans

Dubai events calendar: Here's what's on in the city in June

Dubai events calendar: Here’s what’s on in the city in June

Fans will enjoy live performances by global stars like Hans Zimmer, Jason Derulo, French Montana, Jeff Chang, Amr Diab, Hussain Al Jassmi, Sherine Abdel Wahab, and Majid Al Mohandis

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Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District on track for completion by 2025

Saadiyat Cultural District, once complete, is set to be one of the most exciting destinations in the world for art and culture enthusiasts

Ramadan in the UAE

10 things to know about Ramadan etiquette in the UAE

With its rich history and traditions, Ramadan in the UAE offers a unique and culturally enlightening experience, for all

Spotify MD MEA Akshat Harbola

Spotify’s Akshat Harbola is keen to support local talent, read to know more

The managing director for the MENA region and South Asia shares the key trends impacting the streaming platform, inclusive initiatives that are bringing fresh talent to the fore and his strategy to get everyone on Spotify

chinese new year

Chinese New Year celebrations 2024: Fireworks in Dubai, Dragon Show in Abu Dhabi

From iconic landmarks like the Burj Al Arab to family-friendly destinations such as Global Village, numerous celebrations have been organised to ring in the Lunar New Year

Emirates Literature Festival

Emirates Literature Festival 2024: A celebration of stories, books and people

Known as the region’s largest celebration of the written and spoken word, the festival has for over a decade and a half, hosted international and regional writers, poets, thinkers, and speakers from around the globe

womena Elissa Freiha

How Womena is amplifying the voices of trailblazing Arab women

“We are a purpose-driven organisation and so ‘People’ and ‘Purpose’ will always be above ‘Profit’,” says Womena’s Elissa Freiha

Saudi Arabia's first opera house is being built in Diriyah

Saudi Arabia’s first opera house is being built here

Designed by the world-renowned architectural firm Snøhetta, the Royal Diriyah Opera House will be built in the heart of Diriyah