An artist rendering of Sphere Abu Dhabi and its LED-studded screens on Yas Island. Photo: DCT Abu Dhabi
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Sphere Abu Dhabi to open on Yas Island in 2029

The $1.7bn entertainment venue will host concerts, combat sports and immersive events

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Dubai's Global Village to stay open three more weeks following Iran war disruption

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Museums of the UAEInside Sharjah’s Al Qasimia School, the UAE’s first formal education site

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Global Village reopens for 30th season - without Iran pavilion

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Global Village reopens: What to expect from rides, food and pavilions

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The popular attraction in Dubai has been closed since February 28. Pawan Singh / The National

Global Village to reopen on Monday

Attraction to welcome visitors again from 5pm on April 20 – after it closed owing to regional war

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Louvre Abu Dhabi offers rare access to its dome with new tour

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Global Village remains closed despite rumours of reopening

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Making waves on Yas Island and beyond: What does it take to design a water park?

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Yas Island theme park projects will likely continue on despite conflict

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Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena extends Big Clearance Sale

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Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi opens expansion with 11 new rides and attractions

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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld or Warner Bros can all be experienced on a visit to Yas Island. Photo: Yas Island

Yas Island theme park projects will likely continue on despite conflict

Experts believe plans for Disneyland Abu Dhabi and a Harry Potter-themed land are still progressing as expected

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Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena extends Big Clearance Sale

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Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi opens expansion with 11 new rides and attractions

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