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Global Village has been closed since the start of the Iran war. Antonie Robertson / The National

Global Village remains closed despite rumours of reopening

Popular open-air park in Dubai shut its gates as precautionary safety measure at start of regional conflict

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

Yas Island theme park projects will likely continue on despite conflict

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  • Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort opened in 2021. Photo: Anantara

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  • Park Hyatt Dubai opened along the banks of Dubai Creek in 2005. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

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  • Yasmina El Abd at Dior's spring 2026 haute couture show in Paris. Photo: Dior

    Egyptian actress Yasmina El Abd joins Dior in rare three-division ambassador role

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    Global Village remains closed despite rumours of reopening

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