The strange things we learn to call normal
I arrived back in the UAE to be welcomed by a missile alert . It was just hours after the aeroplane’s wheels touched the runway and while our children played in the communal pool. The kids jumped out, knowing the drill well by now, and asked many questions about why alerts were following us around the world while dripping water all over my phone. You see, we had an alert the week before as well.…
Upon my return to the UAE, I was greeted by a missile alert. This occurred just hours after our arrival, while our children played in the communal pool. Familiar with the routine, they jumped out of the water and asked numerous questions about the cause of the alert. Interestingly, we experienced the same alert just a week prior, this time in the UK.
The message remained consistent, warning against lighting barbecues to prevent forest fires. The US-Iran conflict brought about emergency alerts in the UAE, prompting residents to learn the appropriate actions to take. Despite the frequency of these alerts, the population quickly adapted to the situation, showing no panic or disruption to their daily lives.
Trust in the country's defense systems and leadership has fostered a sense of calm, enabling life to continue without significant interruption. As summer comes to an end, the family anticipates an exciting few months filled with projects at Gulf News HQ, aimed at their valued readers. The children were particularly amused by an interview I conducted with Aura Skypool, which was released on YouTube.
The segment showcased the interview with Kuby Springer, discussing what makes Dubai special and the future plans for Gulf News, all while seemingly hovering above the world's highest swimming pool. While the video was recorded before the recent conflicts, its content remains relevant, highlighting the city's allure and Gulf News' role in sharing its stories.
However, the world is experiencing a significant increase in temperature, with droughts in the UK, dying crops, and vulnerable populations struggling. Climate change is an undeniable reality, and its impact is evident across Europe. Adaptation to these changes is necessary, as preventing them proves to be a challenging task. The financial burden and unsettling nature of these changes are expected to affect food security, residents' health, and infrastructure.
Despite the challenges, the UAE stands out for its exceptional adaptation to heat, with advanced air conditioning, desalination plants, and architecture designed to withstand extreme temperatures. The return to the UAE provided relief from the intense summer in the UK, and the family eagerly awaits the arrival of cooler weather in just a few weeks.
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