• The Abu Dhabi Municipality building lights up the night sky. All pictures courtesy Abu Dhabi Media Office
    The Abu Dhabi Municipality building lights up the night sky. All pictures courtesy Abu Dhabi Media Office
  • Sky Tower at the Marina Mall proves an impressive sight as the capital marks its hosting of the Global Goals House event
    Sky Tower at the Marina Mall proves an impressive sight as the capital marks its hosting of the Global Goals House event
  • Abu Dhabi's Adnoc building is lit up with the Global Goals logo in honour of the the capital's hosting of a key United Nations event
    Abu Dhabi's Adnoc building is lit up with the Global Goals logo in honour of the the capital's hosting of a key United Nations event
  • The Al Ain Municipality is emblazoned with the Global Goals logo
    The Al Ain Municipality is emblazoned with the Global Goals logo
  • Capital Gate brightens up the skyline to commemorate Abu Dhabi hosting the Global Goals House for the first time
    Capital Gate brightens up the skyline to commemorate Abu Dhabi hosting the Global Goals House for the first time
  • Abu Dhabi Global Market shimmers as the capital brings together a global gathering to discuss vital issues facing the international community
    Abu Dhabi Global Market shimmers as the capital brings together a global gathering to discuss vital issues facing the international community
  • Sheikh Zayed Bridge is illuminated for the United Nations event
    Sheikh Zayed Bridge is illuminated for the United Nations event

Abu Dhabi landmarks light up as capital hosts UN's Global Goals House for first time


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Abu Dhabi landmarks lit up in a striking celebration of the capital's inaugural hosting of a key event held during the 75th session of the UN General Assembly.

Some of the emirate's most recognisable sites, including the grand Adnoc headquarters and the Marina Mall Sky Tower, were illuminated with the Global Goals House logo.

Abu Dhabi is holding a series of online panel discussions and innovation talks as part of the annual gathering.

The Global Goals House, which got under way on Sunday and runs all week, is taking place from Hub71.

The online summit is bringing together government leaders, industry, academia, culture and civil society experts to tackle the world's most pressing issues in the present day – with a look towards the future.

On Thursday, a live stream will be held from Abu Dhabi for a panel discussion titled: Will the Global Pandemic Fast-Track the HealthTech Revolution?

Panelists from the World Health Organisation, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City Abu Dhabi and other healthcare providers will take part in the discussion.

Other sessions during the Global Goals House will focus on the Black Lives Matters movement, investing in Africa’s female future, sustainable fashion industry and combatting global hunger, among others.

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6.30pm Al Maktoum Challenge Round-3 Group 1 (PA) US$100,000 (Dirt) 2,000m, Winner Bandar, Fernando Jara (jockey), Majed Al Jahouri (trainer).

7.05pm Meydan Classic Listed (TB) $175,000 (Turf) 1,600m, ​​​​​​​Winner Well Of Wisdom, William Buick, Charlie Appleby.

7.40pm Handicap (TB) $135,000 (T) 2,000m, ​​​​​​​Winner Star Safari, Mickael Barzalona, Charlie Appleby.

8.15pm Handicap (TB) $135,000 (D) 1,600m, Winner Moqarrar, Fabrice Veron, Erwan Charpy.

8.50pm Nad Al Sheba Trophy Group 2 (TB) $300,000 (T) 2,810m, Winner Secret Advisor, William Buick, Charlie Appleby.

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Fixtures and results:

Wed, Aug 29:

  • Malaysia bt Hong Kong by 3 wickets
  • Oman bt Nepal by 7 wickets
  • UAE bt Singapore by 215 runs

Thu, Aug 30: 

  • UAE bt Nepal by 78 runs
  • Hong Kong bt Singapore by 5 wickets
  • Oman bt Malaysia by 2 wickets

Sat, Sep 1: UAE v Hong Kong; Oman v Singapore; Malaysia v Nepal

Sun, Sep 2: Hong Kong v Oman; Malaysia v UAE; Nepal v Singapore

Tue, Sep 4: Malaysia v Singapore; UAE v Oman; Nepal v Hong Kong

Thu, Sep 6: Final

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