Live News of Abu Dhabi February 28, 2024

Formula 1'S 2024 Season To Feature Record-Breaking 24 Races

Borrowing the tagline from Sky Sports F1's new promo campaign, Formula 1 is embarking on its biggest-ever season with 24 races scheduled for 2024. The season kicks off in Bahrain on March 2 and concludes in...Read More

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Naomi Osaka and Barbora Krejcikova withdraw from Dubai Tennis Championships

In disappointing news for tennis fans, both Naomi Osaka and Barbora Krejcikova have announced their withdrawal from the Dubai Tennis Championships. Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, is still in the process of findingRead More

Maria Sakkari and coach Tom Hill split after six-year partnership

In a recent announcement, professional tennis player Maria Sakkari and her coach, Tom Hill, have decided to end their professional partnership after six years of working together. This news comes as a surprise to many, conRead More

Crucial WTO Meeting in Abu Dhabi: What's at Stake?

The two largest economies in the world have been locked in a trade war for over a year, imposing tariffs on billions of dollars worth of goods. The tensions have created significant uncertainty and disrupted global...Read More

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Indian PM Modi Visits UAE Hindu Temple, Highlights International Relations

In a notable move to internationalize his reelection campaign and promote his vision of a Hindu state in secular India, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Middle East's first traditional stone-built Hindu tempRead More

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Indian Prime Minister Inaugurates First Hindu Temple In Abu Dhabi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the inauguration of Abu Dhabi's first Hindu temple. This visit comes as Modi seeks to enhance his global statesmanship ahead of the...Read More

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Emma Raducanu plans to adjust tournament scheduling after recent string of losses

Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu recently revealed that she will be making changes to her tournament scheduling following her disappointing first-round defeat at the Qatar Open. The 21-year-old tennis star, who had aRead More

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Indian Prime Minister Modi Visits UAE to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday for his seventh visit to the nation, where he is expected to be celebrated by tens of thousands of Indian expatriates. The...Read More

Lewis Hamilton's blockbuster switch to Ferrari shocks F1 fans worldwide

Lewis Hamilton's surprising switch from Mercedes to Ferrari has sent shockwaves through the world of Formula 1. The news has particularly captivated the passionate fans in Italy, where Ferrari enjoys a near-religious statuRead More

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Emma Raducanu withdraws from Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships after early exit in Qatar Open

Emma Raducanu, the former US Open champion, has decided to forgo her participation in the upcoming Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. Instead, she plans to return to London to analyze her early exit at the Qatar...Read More

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ADCC Middle East Open: Record-Breaking Attendance and Live-Streaming Success

The Middle East recently witnessed an impressive milestone in the world of submission grappling, as the ADCC Middle East Open took place at the Qadsia Sporting Club in Kuwait. This groundbreaking event not only attracted aRead More

Naomi Osaka stays confident despite recent losses in tennis matches

Naomi Osaka, the former world number one and four-times Grand Slam champion, recently made a successful return to professional tennis after taking a 15-month break for maternity leave. Despite losing three consecutive matcRead More

Al-Shabab Claims Attack on UAE and Bahraini Troops in Somalia

On Saturday, a tragic attack took place at the General Gordon Military Base in Mogadishu, Somalia. The al-Qaida-linked militant group al-Shabab has claimed responsibility for the attack, which resulted in the deaths of fouRead More

Daria Kasatkina: A Tennis Player Embracing Progress in Abu Dhabi

Russian tennis player Daria Kasatkina has given fans a glimpse into her intense world of professional tennis, sharing a candid snapshot of herself in action. The photo captures Kasatkina in her game attire, clutching a tenRead More

Lewis Hamilton Confirms Move to Ferrari in 2025

Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula One champion, has announced that he will fulfill a childhood dream by joining Ferrari next year. However, Hamilton emphasized that he is fully committed to Mercedes for the upcoming 2Read More

COP28 President Al Jaber advances global climate commitments successfully

I will step out on the ledge and give credit where it is due — to COP28's President Ahmed Al Jaber, who pundits have unfairly pilloried. He has advanced the ball forward. Unquestionably, the goal now...Read More

Cricket and Music Unite: Danny Morrison with Tanvi Shah and Wasim Akram

The Dubai International Stadium was abuzz with excitement as cricket enthusiasts and music aficionados gathered to witness a unique collaboration between two subcontinent legends and a talented musician. Danny Morrison, TaRead More

Emma Raducanu unsure about representing Great Britain in upcoming tie

British tennis player Emma Raducanu's availability for Great Britain's Billie Jean King Cup tie against France in April is now uncertain. The 21-year-old, who made headlines last year as the US Open champion, has had a...Read More

Comedian Jo Koy overcomes snowstorm to deliver hilarious St. Louis show

On a frigid winter night in St. Louis, amidst a snowstorm and freezing temperatures, fans eagerly awaited the arrival of comedian Jo Koy for his "Joy Koy World Tour". However, unforeseen circumstances caused his flight froRead More

Former England Coach Sven-Goran Eriksson Reveals Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis

Swedish soccer coach Sven-Goran Eriksson has revealed that he is battling pancreatic cancer and may have less than a year to live, according to an interview with Swedish Radio P1. The 75-year-old former England coach shareRead More