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UAE executes UP woman convicted last year over infant killing: MEA to Delhi HC • Mar. 3, 2025, 2:47 PM ET (The Indian Express)
Akasa Air to launch direct flight between Bengaluru and Abu Dhabi tomorrow • Feb. 28, 2025, 9:47 PM ET (The Indian Express)
Abu Dhabi hosts second International Dialogue of Civilizations and Tolerance Conference • Feb. 28, 2025, 1:07 AM ET (Jerusalem Post)
Issy Wong: Fast bowler include in England pathway squad for Abu Dhabi training camp • Feb. 27, 2025, 1:04 AM ET (BBC)
Abu Dhabi’s ENEC Eyes Investment in Nuclear Specialist Newcleo • Feb. 24, 2025, 5:04 AM ET (Bloomberg)

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Pakistan Monument is a landmark in Islamabad which represents the four provinces of Pakistan.
Countries and Capitals Quiz
Actual continental drift of plates. Thematic map.
Capital Cities by Continent Quiz, Easier Edition
Actual continental drift of plates. Thematic map.
Capital Cities by Continent Quiz
Skyscrapers in the business district of central Jakarta, Indonesia, around the Jalan Jenderal Sudirman thoroughfare.
Asian Capitals Quiz