Alcohol Policy in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Private island in Florida's Tampa Bay ransacked by partiers as owners plan to rebuild and sell. Abu Dhabi overhauls alcohol laws to allow for microbreweries. Dubai remains more lenient on alcohol policies. Craft brewery in Abu Dhabi imports equipment to tap into untapped market.

Dubai's ambitious project to build the world's biggest beach with high-tech bio domes

Dubai plans to build the world's biggest beach with high-tech bio domes to house mangroves, a botanic museum, and a conservation center. The project aims to blend nature with leisure, boost educational tourism, and capture carbon emissions.

Dubai's Ambitious Mangrove Paradise Project

Dubai plans to build the world's largest beach complete with high-tech bio domes, featuring a mangrove paradise with futuristic glass domes and recreational facilities. The project aims to boost educational tourism, local ecosystem, and ecological preservation while integrating nature with leisure.

Potential 'weather wars' due to cloud seeding and extreme flooding in Dubai, UAE

Meteorologist warns of potential 'weather wars' between countries if cloud seeding gets out of hand following extreme flooding in Dubai, UAE. Cloud seeding injects clouds with chemicals to spark precipitation, but experts disagree on its role in recent downpour. Concerns raised about unintended consequences and diplomatic instabilities.

Dubai Record Rainfall and Flooding

Dubai experiences record-breaking rainfall causing widespread flooding, damages, and disruptions in the city, with questions raised about the possibility of cloud seeding as a cause.

Dubai Storm and Oman Flooding

A massive storm in Dubai flooded roads, closed the airport, and killed at least 18 people in neighboring Oman.

UAE Denies Cloud Seeding Before Dubai Floods

The UAE government denies conducting cloud seeding before the heavy storms that caused flooding in Dubai. The National Center of Meteorology stated that no seeding operations were carried out during the storm.

Cat rescued during historic flooding in Dubai

A disheveled cat was rescued from hanging onto a car door handle during historic flooding in Dubai.

Intense Storm Causes Flooding in Dubai

Major disruption in Dubai as intense storm causes flooding, cancellations, and diversions at the main airport. Operations suspended for 25 minutes, with warnings issued by Dubai Police. Flash flooding can be deadly in the desert city.

Jet Suit Race Series in Dubai

Dubai hosted the inaugural Jet Suit Race Series where pilots raced in jet suits resembling Iron Man. The event aims to inspire future scientists and engineers. Gravity Industries' technology combines five engines in a jet suit that can reach speeds of up to 136 km/h. The showcased event highlighted the potential of jet suits beyond entertainment, including applications in search and rescue, medical, and military defense.

Shipping Ancient Arctic Ice to Dubai for High-End Bars

Arctic Ice, a startup company, ships ancient Arctic ice from Greenland to Dubai for high-end bars and restaurants. The business model has sparked controversy due to environmental concerns and energy waste.

Dubai's First Jet Suit Race

Dubai hosted its first-ever jet suit race where pilots wearing jet suits zipped along a route with skyscrapers in the background. The jet suits can reach speeds of 80 mph and are more powerful than most luxury sports cars. The race saw some exciting moments with pilots bumping into each other but remaining in the air.

Jet Suit Race in Dubai

Jet suit race in Dubai makes Iron Man dreams a reality as pilots zip through the city-state's skyscrapers using powerful jet engines on their hands and backs.