The Expo Centre Sharjah has unveiled its impressive events calendar for the year 2021, including 43 specialized and diverse exhibitions, of which 13 at Expo Khor Fakkan and 8 at Expo Al Dhaid, reflecting the tremendous role the Centre along with its branches plays in organizing and hosting several local, regional, and international events, thanks […]

H.E Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, emphasized the importance of supporting the products of Emirati companies, expanding logistics networks and diversifying the state’s foreign markets, and launching initiatives that bolster the leading position of the private sector in the foreign trade. Al Zeyoudi’s statements came on the sidelines […]

On a recent visit to Sharjah’s new iconic cultural landmark – House of Wisdom (HoW) – Sheikha Bodourbint Sultan Al Qasimi, President, International Publishers Association (IPA) received HE Nourabint Mohammed Al Kaabi, UAE Minister of Culture and Youth. During her visit, the minister gained a deeper insight into ways this first-of-its-kind social hub in the […]

There is a growing interest in the Arab world among Western audiences and this is slowly being reflected in the demand for translated works from Arabic, according to Michel S. Moushabeck, founder of Interlink Publishing, a Massachusetts, US-based independent publishing house. He was speaking at a Publishers Club session, a virtual discussion series launched in […]

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced the opening of two new parks in the Al Rahmaniyah neighbourhood in Sharjah including a female-only park. Managed by Shurooq under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the adjoining Kshisha and Shaghrafa parks […]

The newly launched Sharjah-incubated Mughamer.com is making a splash in the adventure tourism space. This first-of-its-kind website in the Middle East will curate the best adventure activities for tourists and thrill seekers around the world when they plan their next holiday. Co-founded by Mohamed Al Musharrkh, and Sarmad Al Zadjaly, the project is supported by […]

The Sharjah Public Library (SPL), an affiliate of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), has announced the launch of two initiatives in celebration of the UAE’s Reading Month observed annually throughout the month March. The two initiatives -‘Everyone’sLibrary’and ‘Reader to Reader’, align with the Reading Month’s 2021 theme ‘My Family Reads’, and aim to instil and […]

Padel tennis, a cross between tennis and squash, is the fastest growing sport and increasing in popularity across the country. Al Marjan Island, the flagship development by Marjan, has launched a brand-new Padel Court bringing the new wellness sport to Ras Al Khaimah. Located within the park at Treasure Island in the North Bay of […]

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has partnered with Injazat, a market leader in Digital Transformation, Cloud, and Cyber Security, to co-create a first-of-its-kind ’phygital’ user interface for House of Wisdom, Sharjah’s new cultural edifice and an iconic architectural marvel situated near the University City of Sharjah, which celebrates the emirate’s yearlong tenure as UNESCO […]

Leading experts have called on media professionals to adhere to exacting standards while addressing children’s issues, keeping in mind the psychological or physical harm they may be exposed to due to irresponsible reporting. They should strive to raise awareness of children’s rights, and contribute to nurturing child-friendly social norms. These opinions were shared during a […]