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Wave of pride: UAE landmarks glow in flag colours

Burj Khalifa leads dazzling nationwide tribute in UAE flag colours

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Iconic UAE landmarks light up in powerful show of unity and pride

What happens when Burj Khalifa gets hit by lightning

Smart engineering keeps high-rise structures and residents safe

A blinding bolt tears through the storm and strikes the lightning rod atop the Burj Khalifa, as thunder rolls across Dubai and relentless rain lashes the UAE skyline

Watch: Sheikh Hamdan’s video of Dubai above the clouds

The Crown Prince is well-known for documenting the city’s landmarks during weather shifts

Dubai's iconic landmarks appearing to float amidst the fog.

Video: Why Indian PM Modi’s image was on Burj Khalifa

Consulate says it reflects growing leadership in innovation and emerging technologies

Indian Consulate in Dubai shared the video on X.

Road, underground, sky: Dubai’s Next-Gen transport push

The future is here: Driverless taxis, autonomous pods, Loop, trackless trams and air taxis

A combo image shows the Loop, a driverless taxi, an air taxi and an autonomous pod.

Dubai Loop work to begin soon, locations revealed

Areas expected to benefit in the initial phase include DIFC, the Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa

An artist's view of the Dubai Loop project: The first phase will kick off with the construction of a 6.4-km pilot route, with four stations and linking the Dubai International Financial Centre and Dubai Mall.

No safety net: How Dubai daredevil flies over Marina

Meet XDubai's daredevil wingsuit flying team, know how they pulled off dream aerial stunt

Wingsuit pilot Nicholas Scalabrino flies through Ciel Dubai Marina with his reflections seen on both sides of the glass-clad façade.

Watch: Sheikh Hamdan’s video of llamas roaming in Dubai

Their reaction when they spot camera and probably person behind it will make you smile

Camera ready: Two curious llamas stop mid-stride as if posing for a pic.

‘Aliens’ in Dubai? No, it’s not from Burj Khalifa show

Here’s the truth behind mysterious green lights that gave residents Stranger Things vibes

A screengrab from an Instagram video shows the mysterious green lights illuminating the sky near Burj Khalifa.

Burj Khalifa lights up as UAE marks 'Day of Solidarity’

Aerial displays to follow across the seven emirates

The display set the tone for a day of commemorations observed across the country.

Top trending: NYE 2026, fireworks, fuel prices and more

Here’s your roundup of the top trending stories making headlines this weekend

New Year’s Eve, Burj Khalifa fireworks, UAE petrol prices, travel updates and more

Sheikh Zayed Road reopens; traffic movement resumes

Plan ahead and use public transport to enjoy a smooth and stress-free NYE celebration

Plan your trip: How to navigate downtown safely this NYE

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