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Yas Island Celebrates Announcement of Disney Theme Park Resort

Yas Island Celebrates Announcement of Disney Theme Park Resort with a Record-Breaking Drone Show, Landmark Illuminations, Live Performances and Fireworks Spectacular

  • Over 9,000 drones lit up Yas Island’s sky in celebration of the landmark announcement of the Middle East’s first-ever Disney theme park resort destination
  • Global Celebrities – Tyrese Gibson, Naomi Campbell, Nancy Ajram, Chiara Ferragni, and Ed Westwick joined the celebrations on Wednesday May 7th on Yas Island
  • Guests were treated to a live performance featuring world-renowned pianist Lang Lang alongside beloved Emirati icon, Rashed Alnuaimi, Kerry Ellis and Sonya Balsara
  • Iconic UAE landmarks including Burj Khalifa and Aldar HQ lit up with dazzling visuals

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – May 8, 2025: History was made last night as Miral and The Walt Disney Company celebrated the official announcement of the Middle East and Africa’s first-ever Disney theme park resort destination with a record breaking 9,000 drone show and fireworks spectacle. The show, which took place at Yas Links, also featured a live performance of world-renowned pianist Lang Lang alongside iconic Emirati singer Rashed Alnuaimi, queen of the West End, Kerry Ellis and classical sensation, Sonya Balsara.

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H.E. Huda Alkhamis-Kanoo, Founder of ADMAF and Abu Dhabi Festival, Receives the Prestigious Ed Bradley Leadership Award in Jazz

Presented at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Duke at 125 Gala, the Founder of ADMAF and Abu Dhabi Festival becomes the Middle East’s first recipient of the prestigious award, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to jazz through education, philanthropy and advocacy.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 1 May 2025: The Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) announced that H.E. Huda Alkhamis-Kanoo, Founder of ADMAF and the Abu Dhabi Festival, has received the prestigious Ed Bradley Award for Leadership in Jazz, becoming the first-ever recipient from the Middle East to be honoured with this recognition. The award was presented to Her Excellency during the Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Duke at 125 Fundraiser Gala in New York, in honour of her lifetime achievement and outstand contributions to the global jazz community, as well as her role in championing cultural exchange through the arts.

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Catch Indian Rock and Soul Legend Gary Lawyer at a Free Concert at The Huddle Bur Dubai This Saturday

Noon to Moon at The Huddle, Bur Dubai promises 15 Hours of Non-Stop Music!

On Saturday May 3, from 12pm to 3am, The Huddle Bur Dubai is turning up the volume for 15 hours of pure sonic bliss.

Headlining the event is none other than Gary Lawyer, the voice that defined a generation of Indian rock and soul. If you grew up on his powerful vocals and timeless covers, this is your chance to relive the magic, live and up close.

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COMICAVE™ to unite Fans with a spectacular weekend celebrating Free Comic Book Day and Star Wars Day

Dubai, UAE: Pop culture enthusiasts across the UAE are in for a treat as COMICAVE™ prepares to host an action-packed weekend celebrating Free Comic Book Day and Star Wars Day. Taking place on May 3rd and 4th at the Dubai Outlet Mall Dome Area, the two-day extravaganza promises an unforgettable experience for fans of comics, gaming, and galactic adventure.

Running from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM each day, the free-to-attend event will feature an array of immersive activities designed to entertain visitors of all ages. Guests can look forward to special free comic book giveaways, offering a selection of exclusive titles and collector’s editions as part of the global Free Comic Book Day initiative.

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Yalla TV Unveils “Yalla Green Mobility” – A Step Towards Sustainability and UAE’s Net Zero 2050

Yalla TV, the UAE’s leading media house , proudly announces the launch of Yalla Green Mobility — a wide-reaching initiative reaffirming its commitment to sustainability and supporting the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 strategic vision.

As the country accelerates its path toward a more sustainable future, Yalla Green Mobility aims to inspire change by promoting awareness, community engagement, and eco-innovation. The initiative reflects a deep-rooted belief that the media can be a catalyst for meaningful environmental transformation, and not merely a passive observer.

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