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What does the newly opened Louvre mean for Abu Dhabi?
After years of anticipation, the jewel in the crown of Saadiyat Island’s cultural district is finally opening its doors When ground was broken on 26th May 2009, one of the most ambitious projects in the history of the UAE took …
Posted in Culture, Living
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Have your property questions answered
District Real Estate’s director of business development, Alan Kaye, tackles your property dilemmas, from unreliable landlords to maintenance contracts I rented an apartment through an Abu Dhabi real estate company and it would seem that the landlord, who lives abroad, is …
Posted in Property
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Here’s what to expect in the exciting Blade Runner 2049
“Blade Runner [is] a film that has much to teach, or at least worry, us about the unprecedented and life-threatening complexities of our technologies.” Political scientist Douglas E Williams was already expressing concern in 1988, but even now, his sentiment …
Posted in Life
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Meet the duo inspiring others to raise their voices
Since kicking off their own open mic poetry night in January, Filipinos Angel Cruz and Belle Ramos have been providing a platform for residents to unleash their creative side and grow in confidence. Here we talk to the ladies about resonating voices …
Posted in Features, People
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The latest single from Abu Dhabi’s own Happy Voice
Dubbed Happy Voice, Egyptian singer-songwriter Sarah El Gohary recently signed to Universal Music MENA, before releasing a new single, ‘High’, with an accompanying video that highlights music’s ability to unite people from all walks of life, cultures and languages. Here, …
Posted in People
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How smart home can change the way we live in the future
Picture this: you’re leaving work for the day and as you hop into your Tesla, it has already plotted the best route to avoid the bumper-to-bumper rush-hour stampede and cued up your favourite playlist for the journey home. Arriving at …
Posted in Technology
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Got a question for our property guru?
Alan Kaye, District Real Estate’s director of business development, addresses your property concerns, from fire hazards to landlord inspections Q. Our friend recently moved to an apartment in a new building and was shocked to find it was not yet “internet …
Posted in Features, Property
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Feeling lonely? Learn to make lasting friendship in the city
With World Friendship Day being celebrated on 30th July, we talked to the experts about making some mates in Abu Dhabi When it comes down to it, if we’re talking about making friends, kids seem to have it easy. Without …
Posted in Features, Great Reads
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How these capital heroes are boosting the community
As your community magazine, at Abu Dhabi World we’re always keen to share inspiring stories about people who are out to make a change, inspire others and do good. Here are just a few that we think deserve a mention …
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