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The United Arab Emirates is paying for extended hotel stays for thousands of tourists stuck in Abu Dhabi after regional conflicts forced airspace closures. The government is covering every extra night so no traveler or hotel bears the cost.
Travelers between Abu Dhabi and Bahrain can now breeze through airports after completing all immigration checks before takeoff. The groundbreaking system uses biometric technology to eliminate arrival lines completely.
Dylan Fletcher led Great Britain to victory over New Zealand's sailing heroes in a thrilling comeback race in Abu Dhabi. The Olympic champion overcame his weaknesses to claim his first SailGP championship against the home favorites.
After a devastating accident left him severely injured, Claudio found more than medical treatment at an Abu Dhabi hospital. His recovery story shows how compassion transforms healing.
Self-driving taxis have expanded into downtown Abu Dhabi, now covering 70% of the city's core areas where passengers can hail rides without a human driver. The robotaxi fleet has quadrupled in just over a year, bringing futuristic transportation to major landmarks like the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
For the first time in months, Ukraine and Russia exchanged 157 prisoners each following peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi. Among those freed were 19 Ukrainians who had been unlawfully sentenced, including 15 facing life imprisonment.
After five months without an exchange, Russia and Ukraine brought home 314 prisoners of war following productive US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi. The humanitarian breakthrough marks the first tangible result from renewed diplomatic efforts to end the nearly four-year conflict.
Peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States have produced the first prisoner exchange since September, bringing 314 people home. While challenges remain, the breakthrough shows diplomatic efforts are yielding real results.
The United Arab Emirates is transforming itself into the Middle East's epicenter for sustainable food production, investing millions in precision fermentation facilities that could revolutionize how the region feeds itself. With climate change threatening traditional agriculture, this bold move could secure food for millions while slashing environmental impact.
The UAE and Italy are joining forces on clean energy, AI, and sustainability after their presidents met in Abu Dhabi this week. The partnership builds on five decades of cooperation with fresh momentum for tackling climate challenges together. ##
Clean energy just got smarter. The world's renewable energy leaders are gathering in Abu Dhabi to unlock how weather forecasting and artificial intelligence can supercharge solar and wind power. #
The UAE just joined an elite global network focused on turning breakthrough technologies into real-world solutions. Abu Dhabi's new Centre for Frontier Technologies will fast-track innovations in quantum computing, robotics, space tech, and AI alongside world leaders.
The Middle East is rapidly expanding its solar and battery storage infrastructure, with emerging markets like Iraq, Libya, and Yemen joining the renewable energy surge. Major suppliers and decision-makers gathered in Abu Dhabi last week to chart the region's clean energy future.
Emirati racing driver Rashid Al Dhaheri became the first driver from the Middle East and North Africa to win a Formula Regional race, claiming victory at his home track in Abu Dhabi. The historic win came during the opening round of the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East Championship at Yas Marina Circuit, where his racing journey began.
The UAE is leading the charge on solving the world's water crisis with bold new strategies unveiled at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026. Investment plans, youth leadership, and food security initiatives could transform how the planet manages its most precious resource.
Walk alongside full-scale dinosaurs and explore a blue whale's beating heart through groundbreaking augmented reality at Abu Dhabi's Natural History Museum. This permanent Snapchat collaboration transforms 13.8 billion years of history into an interactive experience anyone can access with their phone.