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Yas Bay Waterfront will host fireworks on the first three days of Eid. Victor Besa / The National

Where to watch Eid Al Adha 2025 fireworks in the UAE

Several venues are hosting displays to celebrate the festival

Museums of the UAECriminology enthusiasts will love the Dubai Police Museum

Where to eat, shop, visit and stay on Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Island

Global Village extends opening period until May 18

'Everyone wants Disney': What Disneyland means for the UAE

UAE theme parks you can visit before Disneyland Abu Dhabi opens

Everything we know about Disneyland Abu Dhabi so far

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We're looking for young journalists who are brimming with fresh ideas and new ways to tell stories. Chris Whiteoak / The National

The National is searching for aspiring journalists for our graduate trainee programme

Zayed Hamed Sayed Hamed Hamed was among the first children born on Eid Al Adha

Day of joy as families welcome newborns on Eid Al Adha

US President Donald Trump speaks to Elon Musk on March 14. AFP

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Influencer Jacquelyn Bagan's recent post advising on modest fashion guidelines at Dubai Mall sparked a lively discussion. Photo: Jacquelyn Bagan

Tips for understanding (and mastering) modest fashion

The award-winning Oman Pavilion is a contemplative space that took a year to make. Zawraq Collective / Instagram

Oman's memory-themed pavilion wins award at London Design Biennale

British singer Ed Sheeran sings a line in Punjabi in new single, with a version entirely in the language due to be released. Reuters

Ed Sheeran sings in Punjabi in new song Sapphire

Launch of Aldar’s Fahid Island, Abu Dhabi. Antonie Robertson/The National

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UAE head coach Cosmin Olaroiu. Chris Whiteoak / The National

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People enjoy the fountain show on New Year's Eve in Dubai. The attraction will be closed for five months from April 19. Pawan Singh / The National

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Eid Al Fitr 2025 fireworks and free events in the UAE

Global Village in Dubai has plenty to keep children busy over the Eid break. Chris Whiteoak / The National

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