Dubai-born Mira Singh played the part of a young girl whose journey creates the Expo story at the heart of the show. All photos: Expo 2020 Dubai
Dubai-born Mira Singh played the part of a young girl whose journey creates the Expo story at the heart of the show. All photos: Expo 2020 Dubai
Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli with Mira Singh during the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony.
Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli with Mira Singh during the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony.
The story of the opening ceremony show was told through the eyes of a young Emirati girl, played by Mira, who represents hope for all people.
The story of the opening ceremony show was told through the eyes of a young Emirati girl, played by Mira, who represents hope for all people.
Unsure of her path forward, Mira she is presented with an ancient golden ring by a wise elder, played by Emirati actor and playwright Habib Guloom. The ring, based on a 3,000-year-old artefact, is both a symbol of the UAE's past and a future built on connection.
Unsure of her path forward, Mira she is presented with an ancient golden ring by a wise elder, played by Emirati actor and playwright Habib Guloom. The ring, based on a 3,000-year-old artefact, is both a symbol of the UAE's past and a future built on connection.
As the young girl makes her journey though our ideal world, representing sustainability, mobility and opportunity, she grows in confidence and is rewarded with the golden seed of humanity.
As the young girl makes her journey though our ideal world, representing sustainability, mobility and opportunity, she grows in confidence and is rewarded with the golden seed of humanity.
Mira Singh's part in the opening ceremony was described by its creators as “a young local girl observing the challenges of today and representing hope for the future”.
Mira Singh's part in the opening ceremony was described by its creators as “a young local girl observing the challenges of today and representing hope for the future”.
On stage at Al Wasl Plaza, Mira's role included climbing a ladder during a dazzling sequence that showed the creation of the world.
On stage at Al Wasl Plaza, Mira's role included climbing a ladder during a dazzling sequence that showed the creation of the world.

Expo 2020

Meet 11-year-old Mira Singh, the young star of Expo 2020 Dubai

Dubai-born performer stole hearts everywhere

James Langton
James Langton

October 01, 2021

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FULL VIDEO INTERVIEW: Mira Singh on her Expo 2020 Dubai fame: 'My life has changed'

She captured hearts all around the world as the unofficial star of the Dubai Expo 2020 opening ceremony.

Dubai-born Mira Singh was given the part of a young girl whose journey creates the Expo story at the heart of the show.

The 11-year-old is a showbiz veteran, starting as a child model at the age of six and more recently featuring in commercials for Aldar Properties and Ikea.

Mira has “always loved” performing.

She’s also appeared in a National Day show and is on the shortlist for commemorations for the 50th anniversary of the UAE later this year.

A pupil at JSS International School at Jumeirah Village Circle, Mira’s father is Indian and her mother is from Belarus.

Spectacular fireworks and entertainment welcome the world to Expo 2020 Dubai on Thursday night. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Spectacular fireworks and entertainment welcome the world to Expo 2020 Dubai on Thursday night. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
The opening ceremony under the magnificent Al Wasl dome. Photo: Karim Sahib / AFP
The opening ceremony under the magnificent Al Wasl dome. Photo: Karim Sahib / AFP
The silver and white ghaf tree forms a centrepiece at the performance centre of Al Wasl Plaza during the opening ceremony. Photo: Ali Haider / EPA
The silver and white ghaf tree forms a centrepiece at the performance centre of Al Wasl Plaza during the opening ceremony. Photo: Ali Haider / EPA
Andrea Bocelli takes the stage at the opening ceremony. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Andrea Bocelli takes the stage at the opening ceremony. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Dancers perform during the opening ceremony. Getty
Dancers perform during the opening ceremony. Getty
Ellie Goulding performs at the Expo 2020 opening ceremony. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Ellie Goulding performs at the Expo 2020 opening ceremony. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, at the Expo 2020 opening ceremony. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, at the Expo 2020 opening ceremony. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Chinese pianist Lang Lang opens the performance at Al Wasl Plaza for the Middle East's first Expo. Photo: Ali Haider / EPA
Chinese pianist Lang Lang opens the performance at Al Wasl Plaza for the Middle East's first Expo. Photo: Ali Haider / EPA
Artists perform during the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
Artists perform during the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
In the pink with a splash of colour as the event starts with a bang. Photo: Reuters
In the pink with a splash of colour as the event starts with a bang. Photo: Reuters
The impressive opening ceremony for Expo 2020 Dubai, which was streamed live to millions around the world. Photo: Giuseppe Cacace / AFP
The impressive opening ceremony for Expo 2020 Dubai, which was streamed live to millions around the world. Photo: Giuseppe Cacace / AFP
All flowered up at the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony. Reuters
All flowered up at the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony. Reuters
If the opening night is anything to go by, the entire event promises to be quite a spectacle. Reuters
If the opening night is anything to go by, the entire event promises to be quite a spectacle. Reuters
Artists perform during the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Kamran Jebreili / AP
Artists perform during the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Kamran Jebreili / AP
Lights, colour and fun are the order of the day. Photo: Reuters
Lights, colour and fun are the order of the day. Photo: Reuters
Andra Day takes centre stage. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Andra Day takes centre stage. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, declares Expo 2020 Dubai open with a prayer. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, declares Expo 2020 Dubai open with a prayer. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
World-renowned Emirati singer Hussain Al Jassmi performs in his country's Expo opening ceremony. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
World-renowned Emirati singer Hussain Al Jassmi performs in his country's Expo opening ceremony. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Ahlam AlShamsi performs. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Ahlam AlShamsi performs. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Dimitri Kerkentzes, Secretary General of the Bureau International des Expositions, the governing body of world's fairs, addresses the audience at the opening ceremony. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Dimitri Kerkentzes, Secretary General of the Bureau International des Expositions, the governing body of world's fairs, addresses the audience at the opening ceremony. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Hussain Al Jassmi, Mayssa Karaa and Almas perform during the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai. AFP
Hussain Al Jassmi, Mayssa Karaa and Almas perform during the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai. AFP
Fireworks light up the skies around the Expo site in Dubai. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Fireworks light up the skies around the Expo site in Dubai. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
A logo of Expo 2020 Dubai is projected during the opening ceremony. AFP
A logo of Expo 2020 Dubai is projected during the opening ceremony. AFP
Flag-raising at the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai on Thursday.
Flag-raising at the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai on Thursday.
Ahlam AlShamsi performs during the opening ceremony. Photo: Kamran Jebreili / AP
Ahlam AlShamsi performs during the opening ceremony. Photo: Kamran Jebreili / AP
Artists perform during the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Reuters
Artists perform during the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: Reuters
The opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
The opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
The full spectacle that was the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony on Thursday night. Photo: David Jimenez / Expo 2020 Dubai
The full spectacle that was the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony on Thursday night. Photo: David Jimenez / Expo 2020 Dubai
Dubai opens its Expo 2020 with an extravagant opening ceremony of fireworks, flags and light shows. Photo: AFP
Dubai opens its Expo 2020 with an extravagant opening ceremony of fireworks, flags and light shows. Photo: AFP
Opening ceremony fireworks. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Opening ceremony fireworks. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
A young Emirati performs in the story of the ring that inspired the Expo 2020 Dubai logo. Photo: Christophe Viseux / Expo 2020 Dubai
A young Emirati performs in the story of the ring that inspired the Expo 2020 Dubai logo. Photo: Christophe Viseux / Expo 2020 Dubai
The world's fair was delayed by a year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
The world's fair was delayed by a year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Photo: Expo 2020 Dubai
Performers line up to welcome visitors to the site of Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: AFP
Performers line up to welcome visitors to the site of Expo 2020 Dubai. Photo: AFP
Emirati girls welcome guests before the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Emirati girls welcome guests before the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Traditions at play to help kick off the event. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Traditions at play to help kick off the event. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Guests arrive before the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Guests arrive before the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
A buzz is spreading around the site before the opening ceremony. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
A buzz is spreading around the site before the opening ceremony. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Al Wasl Plaza before the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Al Wasl Plaza before the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
The national flags of countries participating in Expo 2020 Dubai. AFP
The national flags of countries participating in Expo 2020 Dubai. AFP
Excited spectators arrive. AFP
Excited spectators arrive. AFP
Members of staff pose for a picture before the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Members of staff pose for a picture before the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
An ideal photo opportunity. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
An ideal photo opportunity. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Last-minute preparations, as meticulous as ever, for the big event. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Last-minute preparations, as meticulous as ever, for the big event. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Final preparations are under way in Al Wasl Plaza before the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony on Thursday. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Final preparations are under way in Al Wasl Plaza before the Expo 2020 Dubai opening ceremony on Thursday. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Officials have anticipated and prepared for every eventuality that could crop up during the 182-day world's fair. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Officials have anticipated and prepared for every eventuality that could crop up during the 182-day world's fair. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National

Keeping up her studies meant rehearsals took place in the evenings. “It is sometimes tricky fitting it all in around my schooling, but my principal is very understanding,” Mira said.

She’s also a versatile performer. “I enjoy all types of dance – Indian dance, contemporary dance and hip-hop, and I also love to sing and act,” she said.

Her part in the opening ceremony is described by its creators as “a young local girl observing the challenges of today and representing hope for the future”.

On stage at Al Wasl Plaza, her role included climbing a ladder for a dazzling sequence that showed the creation of the world and guiding blind opera singer Andrea Bocelli on stage for the finale alongside Ellie Goulding, Angelique Kidjo and Andra Day, among others.

“I’ve not only met lots of famous people, but have also been lucky enough to work with them, which has been so exciting. It’s an opportunity I am incredibly grateful for,” Mira said.

Now the show is over, Mira wants to spend more time with her friends and visit the world's fair where she says the UAE, China, Egypt and Russia pavilions are top of her list. “And of course India and Belarus.”

Visitors enjoy a light show at Al Wasl Plaza, Expo 2020 Dubai. Victor Besa / The National
Visitors enjoy a light show at Al Wasl Plaza, Expo 2020 Dubai. Victor Besa / The National
Light show at Al Wasl Plaza, Expo 2020 Dubai. Victor Besa / The National
Light show at Al Wasl Plaza, Expo 2020 Dubai. Victor Besa / The National
A view of Expo 2020 Dubai from the Garden in the Sky. Victor Besa / The National
A view of Expo 2020 Dubai from the Garden in the Sky. Victor Besa / The National
Expo 2020 Dubai is expected to welcome millions of visitors over the next six months. Victor Besa / The National
Expo 2020 Dubai is expected to welcome millions of visitors over the next six months. Victor Besa / The National
Expo 2020 Dubai seen from the Garden in the Sky. Victor Besa / The National
Expo 2020 Dubai seen from the Garden in the Sky. Victor Besa / The National
People visit the Russia pavilion during the first day of Expo 2020 Dubai. AP
People visit the Russia pavilion during the first day of Expo 2020 Dubai. AP
Performers dance during the opening ceremony of the Russian pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. The National
Performers dance during the opening ceremony of the Russian pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. The National
Afghanistan's flag flies alongside others at the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai. Reuters
Afghanistan's flag flies alongside others at the opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai. Reuters
Al Wasl Dome at sunset at Expo 2020 Dubai, the Middle East's first World Fair. AP
Al Wasl Dome at sunset at Expo 2020 Dubai, the Middle East's first World Fair. AP
The Water Feature at sunset at Expo 2020 Dubai, where millions of visitors will travel over the next six months. AP
The Water Feature at sunset at Expo 2020 Dubai, where millions of visitors will travel over the next six months. AP
People pass by the Spain pavilion during the first day of Expo 2020 Dubai. AP
People pass by the Spain pavilion during the first day of Expo 2020 Dubai. AP
Visitors enjoy the Expo 2020 Dubai Water Feature area. Victor Besa / The National.
Visitors enjoy the Expo 2020 Dubai Water Feature area. Victor Besa / The National.
Visitors at the Expo 2020 Water Feature area, on the first day of the world fair. Victor Besa / The National
Visitors at the Expo 2020 Water Feature area, on the first day of the world fair. Victor Besa / The National
Wearing traditional costume, Keren Tang poses in front of the China pavilion. Victor Besa / The National
Wearing traditional costume, Keren Tang poses in front of the China pavilion. Victor Besa / The National
The Expo Explorer ride passes the China pavilion, which takes its inspiration from a Chinese lantern. Victor Besa / The National
The Expo Explorer ride passes the China pavilion, which takes its inspiration from a Chinese lantern. Victor Besa / The National
Visitors to the Switzerland pavilion take shade under umbrellas while waiting in line. Victor Besa / The National
Visitors to the Switzerland pavilion take shade under umbrellas while waiting in line. Victor Besa / The National
Visitors at the Belarus pavilion area. Victor Besa / The National
Visitors at the Belarus pavilion area. Victor Besa / The National
The UAE's Al Fursan aerobatics team perform on the first day of Expo 2020 Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The UAE's Al Fursan aerobatics team perform on the first day of Expo 2020 Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Kazakhstani women in traditional costume pose for a picture at the expo. AFP
Kazakhstani women in traditional costume pose for a picture at the expo. AFP
A visitor in the Pakistan pavilion. Chris Whiteoak / The National
A visitor in the Pakistan pavilion. Chris Whiteoak / The National
A guest receives her stamp at the China pavilion. Chris Whiteoak / The National
A guest receives her stamp at the China pavilion. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The spectacular UAE pavilion. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The spectacular UAE pavilion. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Visitors explore the Expo 2020 Dubai site. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Visitors explore the Expo 2020 Dubai site. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Visitors at the Pakistan pavilion. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Visitors at the Pakistan pavilion. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Green lights come off the floor and the ceiling in the Pakistan pavilion to do with the Billion trees project on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Green lights come off the floor and the ceiling in the Pakistan pavilion to do with the Billion trees project on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The United Kingdom pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The United Kingdom pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
International Colours Parade on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
International Colours Parade on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
International Colours Parade on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
International Colours Parade on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
International Colours Parade on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
International Colours Parade on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
International Colours Parade on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
International Colours Parade on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
International Colours Parade on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
International Colours Parade on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The beauty of imaging. The anthropomorphic installation 'The Beauty of Imaging' is a fascinating example of art and life sciences marriage. The giant, 4 metres high and composed of 82 screens divided into 225 high-resolution LED tiles, pays homage with its iconic figure to the most famous artistic expressions, from classical sculpture to the genius of Michelangelo, up to Picasso's reworking of forms. Inside the Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The beauty of imaging. The anthropomorphic installation 'The Beauty of Imaging' is a fascinating example of art and life sciences marriage. The giant, 4 metres high and composed of 82 screens divided into 225 high-resolution LED tiles, pays homage with its iconic figure to the most famous artistic expressions, from classical sculpture to the genius of Michelangelo, up to Picasso's reworking of forms. Inside the Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
A life-size model of MichelangeloÕs David. Inside the Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
A life-size model of MichelangeloÕs David. Inside the Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid visits Expo 2020 Dubai on Day One. All photos: @HHShkMohd / Twitter
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid visits Expo 2020 Dubai on Day One. All photos: @HHShkMohd / Twitter
Anatomic clock. Inside the Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Anatomic clock. Inside the Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Inside the Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Inside the Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Inside the Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Inside the Italy pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
People interact with wandering robots on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
People interact with wandering robots on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak with Jeoungyeol Yu, Commissioner General of the Korea Pavilion, President and CEO of KOTRA at the official opening of the Korea pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak with Jeoungyeol Yu, Commissioner General of the Korea Pavilion, President and CEO of KOTRA at the official opening of the Korea pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The official opening of the Korea pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The official opening of the Korea pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Thani Al Zeyoudi the Minister of State for Foreign Trade at the official opening of the Korea pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Thani Al Zeyoudi the Minister of State for Foreign Trade at the official opening of the Korea pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak at the official opening of the Korea pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak at the official opening of the Korea pavilion on the first day of Expo 2020 in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Emirati traditional musicians greet visitors upon arrival. EPA
Emirati traditional musicians greet visitors upon arrival. EPA
From the moment the doors opened at 10am on Friday, crowds have flocked to the world’s fair. EPA
From the moment the doors opened at 10am on Friday, crowds have flocked to the world’s fair. EPA
Zeleros premieres its hyperloop vehicle during a media tour of the Spain Pavilion. AP Photo
Zeleros premieres its hyperloop vehicle during a media tour of the Spain Pavilion. AP Photo
Qataris take part in a traditional sword dance at the opening of the Qatar Pavilion. AP Photo
Qataris take part in a traditional sword dance at the opening of the Qatar Pavilion. AP Photo
A visitor takes a selfie with a wandering robot. AP Photo
A visitor takes a selfie with a wandering robot. AP Photo
Visitors can choose from a vast selection of gifts at the souvenir shop. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Visitors can choose from a vast selection of gifts at the souvenir shop. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The official shop is stocked with souvenirs. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The official shop is stocked with souvenirs. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Flag-waving visitors arrive at the international event. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Flag-waving visitors arrive at the international event. Chris Whiteoak / The National
People eager to get a glimpse of the 'world's greatest show' arrive bright and early on Friday morning. Chris Whiteoak / The National
People eager to get a glimpse of the 'world's greatest show' arrive bright and early on Friday morning. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Nitin Nishant takes a selfie in front of the Expo map. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Nitin Nishant takes a selfie in front of the Expo map. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Jaber, with his children Theyab, 6, and Shasna, 7, scans their tickets. 'We are looking forward to seeing the UAE pavilion, its our home country,' he said. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Jaber, with his children Theyab, 6, and Shasna, 7, scans their tickets. 'We are looking forward to seeing the UAE pavilion, its our home country,' he said. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Filipino singers jump for joy as the doors to the world's fair finally open to the public. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Filipino singers jump for joy as the doors to the world's fair finally open to the public. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Designated staff are on hand to help navigate visitors around the sprawling site. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Designated staff are on hand to help navigate visitors around the sprawling site. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The first day of the six-month expo gets under way. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The first day of the six-month expo gets under way. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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Engine: Duel electric motors
Power: 659hp
Torque: 1075Nm
On sale: Available for pre-order now
Price: On request

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The National's picks

4.35pm: Tilal Al Khalediah
5.10pm: Continous
5.45pm: Raging Torrent
6.20pm: West Acre
7pm: Flood Zone
7.40pm: Straight No Chaser
8.15pm: Romantic Warrior
8.50pm: Calandogan
9.30pm: Forever Young

UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
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Where to buy and try:

Nutritional yeast

DesertCart

Organic Foods & Café

Bulletproof coffee

Wild & The Moon

Amasake

Comptoir 102

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Organic Foods & Café

Charcoal drinks and dishes

Various juice bars, including Comptoir 102

Bridgewater Tavern

3 Fils

Jackfruit

Supermarkets across the UAE

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Dust and sand storms compared

Sand storm

  • Particle size: Larger, heavier sand grains
  • Visibility: Often dramatic with thick "walls" of sand
  • Duration: Short-lived, typically localised
  • Travel distance: Limited 
  • Source: Open desert areas with strong winds

Dust storm

  • Particle size: Much finer, lightweight particles
  • Visibility: Hazy skies but less intense
  • Duration: Can linger for days
  • Travel distance: Long-range, up to thousands of kilometres
  • Source: Can be carried from distant regions
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The specs

Engine: four-litre V6 and 3.5-litre V6 twin-turbo

Transmission: six-speed and 10-speed

Power: 271 and 409 horsepower

Torque: 385 and 650Nm

Price: from Dh229,900 to Dh355,000

Updated: October 04, 2021, 1:23 PM`
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