Abu Dhabi
Indian killed in Abu Dhabi by missile debris
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An Indian national was killed and another injured when debris from an intercepted missile fell in Abu Dhabi, UAE, on Thursday. The incident raises the death toll of Indians in the West Asia conflict to seven. The Indian embassy expressed condolences.
Officials involved in Disney's proposed theme park on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi have reaffirmed that the project remains in development despite ongoing Middle East conflicts. Miral CEO Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration with Disney, describing the vision as 'truly extraordinary'. Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro also referenced the plans during a recent shareholder meeting.
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World number one padel players Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia headlined a rare exhibition match in Abu Dhabi, splitting their usual partnership for a competitive showdown. The event at Space42 Arena drew enthusiastic crowds and highlighted the sport's growing popularity in the UAE. Tapia and his partner secured a 7-6, 2-6, 6-3 victory.
The Abu Dhabi Investment Council significantly increased its stake in a bitcoin exchange-traded fund just before a sharp downturn in cryptocurrency markets. This move tripled its holdings in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF during the third quarter. The position was valued at about $518 million as of September 30.