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UAE Ramadan 2023: Iftar cannon locations, timings revealed

by Staff WriterTue 28 Mar 2023Tue 28 Mar 2023

All you need to know about the Iftar cannons for Ramadan 2023

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UAE Ramadan 2023: Iftar cannons to be heard at Expo City Dubai

by Staff WriterThu 9 Mar 2023Thu 9 Mar 2023

One shot is fired to mark the end of daily fasting during the Holy month of Ramadan

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Expo City Dubai’s Al Wasl Dome to ‘awaken’ on October 1

by Staff WriterFri 30 Sep 2022Fri 30 Sep 2022

The projections at the Al Wasl Dome will take place on five evenings every Wednesday to Sunday, and are open to all visitors, free of cost.

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Everything you need to know about Expo City Dubai

by One Carlo DiazThu 23 Jun 2022Thu 23 Jun 2022

Expo City Dubai will not have an entrance fee, but individual attractions will have their own ticketing system

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Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid marks “new beginning for the UAE” as Expo 2020 draws to a close

by Anup OommenFri 1 Apr 2022Fri 1 Apr 2022

For those who missed the closing ceremony, here’s a recap of the event, which was capped off with a heart-warming speech by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and a stunning performance by Christina Aguilera

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Expo 2020 Dubai closing ceremony: Everything you need to know

by Staff WriterMon 28 Mar 2022Mon 28 Mar 2022

Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter, and pianist Norah Jones will perform on the Jubilee Stage from 9pm, while pop legend Christina Aguilera will take the stage from 10:45pm

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Revealed: How Expo 2020 Dubai is planning a 13-hour New Year celebration

Written by Andrew Sambidge Wed 22 Dec 2021Thu 13 Jan 2022

World-class DJs, two fireworks displays and a midnight ‘ball drop’ at Al Wasl Plaza to feature in Covid-friendly events

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Superstar Alicia Keys to perform at Expo 2020 Dubai in December

Written by Andrew Sambidge Sat 27 Nov 2021Thu 13 Jan 2022

The global livestream will be broadcast live and will feature Keys performing a bespoke show at Expo 2020

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Expo 2020 Dubai opens with awe-inspiring ceremony

by Gavin GibbonThu 30 Sep 2021Mon 1 Nov 2021

Audience of millions, in Dubai and around the world, welcome the start of what has been billed as ‘The World’s Greatest Show’

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Revealed: the global stars set to light up Expo 2020 Dubai’s opening ceremony

Written by Staff Writer Mon 20 Sep 2021Sun 14 Nov 2021

Andrea Bocelli, Andra Day, Ellie Goulding, Lang Lang and Angelique Kidjo among star names to launch the biggest event in the MENA region

Rove’s journey with Expo 2020 Dubai began early on when construction was still underway.

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Suites at Expo 2020 Dubai’s only on-site hotel almost sold out

by ITPWed 18 Aug 2021Wed 6 Oct 2021

Hotel is among the structures that will remain after global showpiece event ends in March next year

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Expo 2020 Dubai completes site works ‘below budget’

by Shane McGinleyWed 2 Oct 2019Wed 6 Oct 2021

Chief development officer says 100% of roads, drainage, telecoms, water and electricity has been completed

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Gallery: Expo 2020 Dubai’s massive Al Wasl dome set into place

by ITPSun 22 Sep 2019Tue 19 Oct 2021

During Expo 2020, Al Wasl dome will be the largest 360-degree projection surface in the world, providing an unparalleled experience for millions of visitors.