Pop star Christina Aguilera, singer Norah Jones and celebrated cellist Yo-Yo Ma took to the stage at the iconic Al Wasl Dome for the spectacular Expo 2020 Dubai closing ceremony on Thursday.
They joined more than 400 professionals and volunteers from 56 different countries for the stunning farewell.
The young Emirati girl from the Opening Ceremony took the audience on another compelling journey, celebrating six historic months at Al Wasl Plaza. For 182 days, she has grown, learned and connected with people from around the world – what remains is the final step before she awakens to her full potential.
Forty members of a UAE-based children’s choir also performed Ishy Bilady, the National Anthem of the UAE, along with the all-women Firdaus Orchestra, while the Expo 2020 World String Ensemble, a group of 16 talented international musicians also put up a brilliant piece.
The celebrations will continue throughout the night, with Grammy-winning Yo-Yo Ma taking to the stage at Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre from 8:45 pm; Norah Jones at the Jubilee Stage from 9:00 pm; and Christina Aguilera from 10:45 pm.
More fireworks shows are planned for midnight and 3:00 am.
Over 1,200 cases of internet begging were detected by the UAE Cybersecurity Council in 2024, as a warning comes of fraudulent donation campaigns exploiting social media, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan.
His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, will focus on advancing economic and technology ties with the US during an official visit to the country on Monday.
The National Media Office (NMO) in Abu Dhabi has stressed the importance of UAE social media users upholding national values and principles of respect, tolerance, and coexistence while posting online.
Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) has launched the largest 220 kV substation in the network, located at the airport area in Umm Fannin. The move, with a cost exceeding AED 500 million, aims to boost the energy infrastructure of Sharjah city.
Dubai's 'The Most Noble Number' charity auction raised AED 83.6 million to be invested to help support the objectives of the Fathers’ Endowment campaign, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, and the Ruler of Dubai.
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