Matt Cassidy

When he is not hunting for the latest piece of Abu Dhabi news, Matt is ticking off his UAE bucket-list experiences (although he does love to take a break to test out the fine restaurants and bars of the capital). An armchair sports lover, he is on a personal mission to attend every sporting event in the UAE to make out for most likely missing the big one in Doha in November.
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Saddle Café opens its doors to its first dine-in location in Abu Dhabi

The venue promises marina views and Mediterranean food.

The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi to continue drive for mangrove restoration in emirate

The agency was reflecting on its achievements over the past year.

Mina Zayed Fish Market opens with more than 100 stalls and eight restaurants

The new market is a part of the exciting Mina Zayed redevelopment project.

Catch A Hard Day at the Korean Cultural Center this Saturday

The Korean thriller stars Lee Sun-kyun and Shin Jung-keun.

Discover an ocean of learning with The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi’s summer kids’ camp

The camp will run every weekday of the summer in the capital.

Dubai to host final Rugby World Cup 2023 qualification tournament in November

Hong Kong, the USA, Portugal and Kenya will battle it out for the final berth.

Abu Dhabi to Maldives: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi to launch low-cost flights

Prices for flights between the two cities start from AED 319.

The 2022 Asia Cup will be hosted by the UAE next month

Pakistan, India and other major cricketing names will do battle in the UAE.

Private sector holiday announced for Islamic New Year

The announcement follows hot on the heels of the Eid Al-Adha holiday.

Faouzia is bringing her world tour to Dubai in August

The Moroccan Canadian singer has more than two million followers.

There is a beauty contest for dates happening in Sharjah this weekend

The four-day festival sees participants compete for a prize pot of AED 1 million.

Get your hands on free tickets to The DP World Championships this November

There will be more than 35 million dirhams up for grabs for the players.

Etihad Airways joins Aviation Impact Accelerator group in drive towards net zero aviation

The move is another step in the airline’s commitment for a greener future.

NYU Abu Dhabi’s creates the world’s first Mars Atlas in Arabic

The map will track how the Red Planet environment changes.

Award-winning blockbuster movie Dune returns to Abu Dhabi for sequel

The plot will follow Paul Atreides on the warpath.

You can now catch a dazzling drone show at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

The drone show will be at the Yas Island theme park until September.

This Abu Dhabi hotel is cranking up your weekend plans

Enjoy a spin class, brunch, breakfast and more in the capital this weekend.

Yas Island releases another major tune for summer 2022 in Abu Dhabi

The new release takes inspiration from a mega 90’s hit.

Popular Dubai restaurant to launch pop-up at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2022

The restaurant is the first major culinary name to be announced for the big race.

Mega boyband Westlife will be performing in Abu Dhabi for the first time

It will be the group’s first UAE performance since 2019.

UFC280: Tickets for the mega sports event are going presale this week

The evening will be the first time the Etihad Arena has held capacity crowds for the event since the pandemic started.

A mega adventure park is coming to Khorfakkan and it looks amazing

The project is looking to redefine leisure and attract more visitors to the Sharjah emirate.

Brilliant results achieved by IBDP students at The British International School Abu Dhabi

Two students achieved the highest score possible during their examinations.

Lewis Capaldi is back in the UAE and tickets for the gig are already on sale

The concert will be the third time the Scottish singer has performed in the UAE.

50 Cent is coming to Dubai and here is where you catch him

Tickets for the mega concert will be on sale this Wednesday.

SpongeBob SquarePants and the gang are in Abu Dhabi and here is how you can see them

Join the crew from Bikini Bottom for a day of aquatic fun.

Discover delicious date this July at the Liwa Dates Festival

Farmers of the fruit come together to showcase their produce in Liwa City.

6 gifts to give to a loved one this Eid al Adha 2022

Some top tips on what to get friends and family this Eid Al-Fitr.