Abu Dhabi

Capital of the United Arab Emirates and the Emirate of Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. The city is the seat of the Abu Dhabi Central Capital District, the capital city of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and the UAE's second-most populous city, after Dubai. The city is situated on a T-shaped island, extending into the Gulf from the central-western coast of the UAE.

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Sebastian Alvarez's makes history 'skysurfing' in Abu Dhabi Chilean wingsuit flyer Sebastian Alvarez has made history by "skysurfing" from a Bell 212 helicopter located 3,657 metres above Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on September 24, 2024

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Hatton makes GB&I side for Ryder Cup-style event Tyrrell Hatton is named in the Great Britain and Ireland team to face Continental Europe in the 2025 Team Cup in Abu Dhabi. BBC Sport - Published 2 days ago
Waring wins in Abu Dhabi for second career title Paul Waring birdies the final two holes to win the Abu Dhabi Championship by two shots from fellow Englishman Tyrell Hatton. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago
Waring lead cut to one in Abu Dhabi England's Paul Waring leads the Abu Dhabi Championship by one shot from Denmark's Niklas Norgaard after Saturday's third round. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago

Waring sets course record to take lead in Abu Dhabi England's Paul Waring hits a course-record 11-under-par 61 to lead by five shots after the second round of the Abu Dhabi Championship. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago
Fleetwood shoots 62 to lead in Abu Dhabi England's Tommy Fleetwood leads after the opening round of the Abu Dhabi Championship, with Rory McIlroy trailing by five strokes. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago
Adair 'reaping dividends' for hard work - Stirling Ireland captain Paul Stirling says Ross Adair's improvement is "really exciting" after the opener hit a superb maiden T20 century in Sunday's victory over South Africa in Abu Dhabi. BBC Sport - Published on October 1, 2024

Ireland suffer eight-wicket loss to South Africa in T20 opener Ireland are well beaten by South Africa in the first of two T20 internationals between the sides in Abu Dhabi. BBC Sport - Published on September 27, 2024
Skydiver Alvarez hits artificial wave in world first Chilean wingsuit flyer Sebastian Alvarez makes history after leaping 12,000 feet onto an artificial wave in Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi. BBC Sport - Published on September 24, 2024
Pacts on N-plant, LNG as Modi hosts Abu Dhabi crown prince on 1st visit India and the UAE have bolstered their strategic partnership with five new MoUs focusing on energy security. During Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's first official.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 9, 2024
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss strengthening India-UAE relations. His.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 9, 2024

PM Modi holds meeting with Abu Dhabi crown prince during inaugural visit to India Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Hyderabad House, marking his first official visit to India. The visit aims to bolster.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 9, 2024
PM Modi welcomes Abu Dhabi Crown Prince on his first India visit: Know what's on his 2-day schedule The two leaders shook hands and interacted with each other before proceeding to hold a meeting DNA - Published on September 9, 2024
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince to join business forum in Mumbai today, will meet PM Modi during visit On September 9, the Crown Prince will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and hold discussions on a wide range of areas of bilateral cooperation. DNA - Published on September 8, 2024	Rose and Molinari named playing captains for Team Cup Justin Rose and Francesco Molinari are confirmed as the playing captains for the 2025 Team Cup in Abu Dhabi. BBC Sport - Published on August 26, 2024
CBI coordinates with NIA, Interpol for return of wanted terrorist from Abu Dhabi Singh, who was facing an Interpol Red Notice, was brought back from Abu Dhabi by a security mission from the NIA and he was arrested on Friday morning after he arrived in Delhi, they said. DNA - Published on August 9, 2024	BJP neta moves HC, links Kerala CM daughter to foreign bank a/c BJP functionary Shone George alleges that Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter's company Exalogic parked funds in Abu Dhabi, and SNC Lavalin routed money to the USA through it. IndiaTimes - Published on May 29, 2024
Flyers face tighter scrutiny at Dubai, Abu Dhabi airports Immigration scrutiny has increased at Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports for travellers from Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Passengers need Rs 60,000, a return ticket, and a credit card. The focus is on preventing.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 25, 2024	Ireland beat Vanuatu to reach T20 World Cup qualifying semi-final Ireland's women make it through to the semi-finals of the Twenty20 World Cup qualifying in Abu Dhabi by beating Vanuatu by nine wickets on Wednesday. BBC Sport - Published on May 1, 2024
Telegraph put up for sale after ownership battle with government An Abu Dhabi-backed vehicle has conceded defeat in its bid to buy The Daily Telegraph after its ownership was effectively blocked by the government. Sky News - Published on April 30, 2024	Telegraph takeover may 'operate against the public interest', regulator says The takeover of the Telegraph has been referred for further regulatory scrutiny as the communications watchdog said the purchase, by an Abu Dhabi-backed investment fund, may "operate against the public.. Sky News - Published on March 19, 2024
Government to effectively block Abu Dhabi-led Telegraph takeover The government is expected to commit to banning foreign governments from owning British newspapers and magazines, effectively blocking an Abu Dhabi-led takeover of the Daily and Sunday Telegraph and.. Sky News - Published on March 13, 2024	World Triathlon Series opener off due to bad weather The World Triathlon Championship Series opener in Abu Dhabi is cancelled because of "severe adverse weather" forecast. BBC Sport - Published on March 8, 2024
Patience pays off as Ireland make Test breakthrough Ireland chalk up another landmark success as they overcome Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi to to secure a first Test victory. BBC Sport - Published on March 1, 2024