The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced the launch of two new beach development projects, worth a total of AED 197 million, complete with world-class public amenities to develop the emirate’s retail, tourism and hospitality infrastructure and enhance Sharjah’s appeal as an ideal leisure and adventure destination for residents and visitors. The upcoming AED […]

Expanding on its role as a modern learning hub and leveraging its rapidly evolving user base to disseminate information about the importance of digital transformation as well as educational courses on offer from UAE universities, the Sharjah Public Library (SPL) held an online session yesterday (Sunday, May 30) targeting students as well as the employed. […]

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has announced the resumption of direct flights between Sharjah and Bishkek starting July 2nd, 2021. Customers can now book their direct flights between Sharjah and Bishkek by visiting Air Arabia’s website, by calling the call centre or through travel agencies. Ensuring […]

For the second time this year, Expo Centre Sharjah is set to roll out jaw-dropping bargain deals on fashion products and accessories. Set to be held from June 2 to 6, the Big Shopper Sale promises to be the country’s finest fashion event and offers residents and visitors an opportunity to grab this season’s trendiest […]

Dubai has a widely diverse population that over time, it has become a culinary melting pot. It boasts an array of delectably delicious fare influenced by different cuisines all over the world. Casual restaurants are aplenty in Dubai. With all the choices available to travelers and residents, it’s easy to miss out on the best […]

Arada has awarded the first two contracts for Masaar, the 19 million square foot mega community based in the Suyoh district of Sharjah. The AED8bn project was launched in January this year featuring 4,000 villa and townhouses set in eight gated communities, all located in a forested and nature-filled master plan. The contract for infrastructure […]

Blending science with aesthetics, children gained a deeper understanding of density and mass as they created their very own mini-ocean inside a glass jar at the ‘Ocean Layers’ workshop held at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF). “Here, children learn how the density of heavy substances have a stronger gravitational pull through an easy […]

Books, plays, puppet-shows and other creative art forms can bring value to children and capture their attention by being more entertaining than moralistic or instructional. This was the essence of ‘The Fun Industry’ discussion held at the Cultural Forum yesterday (Friday, May 28) during the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF). “Children come to the […]

In today’s world, where children are obsessed with playing stimulating video games almost constantly, professional-stunt show ‘The Ultimate Fight’ conveyed a powerful message about the dangers of game addiction at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF). “The show is a story about children who play computer games all day long till they get sucked […]

Prominent cultural experts have highlighted the role of children’s books in introducing young readers to global cultures and creating young climate change champions through stories that address topics such as sustainability and environment, at a panel discussion hosted at the Al Safa Art and Design Library in Dubai as part of the expanded cultural outreach […]

Under the directives of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF) and Eminent Advocate for Refugee Children at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), TBHF has mobilized USD 1 million to fulfil critical medical and psychological needs […]

Visitors to the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) were completely smitten by the ‘Book of Dreams’ show staged on Thursday evening. Produced by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), the play is for all age groups and highlights the value of books and the impact of reading on changing realities and fulfilling dreams […]

At the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), prominent Emirati authors and literary professionals gave a call for the establishment of creative writing training institutions to enhance the skills of aspiring writers in creating content that connects readers with their culture while also enhancing their knowledge and critical thinking. In a panel discussion held to […]

The Child Safety Department (CSD), an affiliate of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah (SCFA), organised an educational workshop,in cooperation with the Sharjah Prevention and Safety Authority (SPSA), on the basics of home safety and accident prevention at the ongoing 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF). Children of all ages […]

The Augmented Reality workshop at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival is a one-of its kind experience where young geeks can draw a character and see the 2D image jump and move, literally, from the surface of the paper to a digital space on a gadget. “We make the character they draw come to life,” […]

Visually vibrant and highly entertaining, colorful characters in stunning costumes are livening up the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) with their graceful appearances. With personalities as distinct as the solid colors they are dressed in from top to toe, each has one thing in common – they love to read and […]

A bright blue ‘bear’ stepped out of the distant woods and waddled his way into Expo Centre Sharjah, strumming a guitar, singing lively songs, and cracking witty ‘bear’ jokes, much to the amazement of young visitors at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF). US author and illustrator Kevin Sherry’s spectacular entry at the ‘Author […]

A special creative energy hung in the air at the Pop-Up Book workshop at the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival, as young girls and boys aged 7-13, immersed themselves in cutting, assembling and gluing colourful images to create their own 12-page story book. Snip, snip, snip – the scissors flew through the […]

This weekend, young artists in Abu Dhabi can grab a unique opportunity to watch their drawings come to life at the Augmented Reality Colouring workshop brought to Yas Mall by the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF). In these 50-minute sessions, kids will discover the basics of 2D imagery in a simple, hands-on workshop designed […]

It is always fun to catch up with Dubai old-timers. Kelly has been in Dubai for some 19 years and has seen Dubai become this glittering city that it has morphed into. I remember first connecting with Kelly in 2004 when she was the very first ‘branded personal shopper’ in Dubai. The Dubai Economic Department back then […]

How can parents help children develop a relationship with books from a young age? This topic of discussion at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF)’s Cultural Forum allowed for a stimulating exchange of ideas between two prominent children’s book authors. According to Abby Cooper, who attended the event virtually from her hometown in Minnesota, the […]

Introducing children to the concept of using colours and shapes to effectively design and depict emotion in comic books, the Background Design workshop at the 11-day Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) was the perfect opportunity for young artists to understand the vital role of colours in any illustrated book’s narrative, not just comics. “We teach […]

Prioritising the safety of participants and visitors alike, Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), organisers of the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), has been running a daily disinfection and sterilisation programme of the festival venue at Expo Centre Sharjah since the opening of the event on May 19. Once the doors of the festivals close every […]

Science, technology and art merge at the iconic House of Wisdom’s pavilion at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival where the futuristic social and cultural hub is fuelling the imagination of young girls and boys through highly immersive and interactive workshops in an engaging learning environment. At the series of sessions hosted yesterday(Tuesday, May 25) […]

From scribbling animal and human figures as a little child to moving on to doodling and more expressive art forms, 12-year-old Laya Nikhil’s creative journey is closely associated with the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival, for it was here two years ago that she first chanced upon a unique and innovative drawing book that has since […]

Shedding light on the topic of cultural representation in books, authors speaking the ‘Writers and Readers’ session at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival hope there will be more books written in future where characters of Arab ethnicity, living in various parts of the world, can showcase their dual identity. “For me it was very […]

Introducing children to the concept of computer programming, the Coding workshop that took place yesterday (Monday, May 24) at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) empowered children to get a grip on how they can use computers to create innovative software programmes in future without being intimidated by technology. “Coding is important for children […]

One of the region’s most prominent platforms that showcases a diverse range of works by children’s books illustrators from around the world, the Sharjah Children’s Book Illustration Exhibition is making its way to Dubai for the first time in its nine-year history. The 9th edition of the prestigious exhibition will show in Dubai’s vibrant hub […]

Sharjah’s Mleiha Archaeological and Eco-tourism Project, offering outstanding ecotourism experiences have planned four fun and adventure-filled workshops for the summer. Crafted to enhance people’s knowledge and understanding of the Arab region’s history, the workshops will be an exciting experience, especially for younger ones. Through edutainment packages, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) destination is […]

Travel back in time and meet key figures – real and fictional – who have revolutionised human history, at the ‘Big Names in History’ roaming show parading the halls of the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival taking place in Expo Centre Sharjah until May 29. An excited buzz fills the air as children and parents […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams) has launched its web-based panel discussion series Shams Talks, an interactive digital initiative that aims to tackle issues and topics of interest in an effort to advance the media sector, educate entrepreneurs and professionals in various industries, and allow them to benefit from international best practices and success stories. The initiative […]

Misako Rocks, a Japanese manga artist based in Brooklyn, New York, led young children into the expressive universe of manga at the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival, through a step-by-step interactive workshop. Misako, a comic artist and writer and illustrator of children’s books, focused on basic manga art techniques of sketching characters […]

An exciting workshop tailored specifically to teach participants how they can develop a Mobile App was held in the Social Media Café at the ongoing 12th edition of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival, the region’s largest literary and cultural festival for children. With the aim to empower both children and adults with a basic understanding about […]

How can authors create books to promote critical thinking, learning and creativity in children? This all-important topic was at the heart of a Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2021) Cultural Forum discussion. “An inspirational book is one that excites and ignites the mind of a child,” said Jordanian author Fida Al-Zamr, one of the participating […]

The integral role of the visual narrative in storytelling and enhancing a child’s sense of wonder takes the spotlight at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival currently on at Expo Centre Sharjah where artists and illustrators from 50 countries are exhibiting 395 works at the Sharjah Children’s Book Illustration Exhibition, running alongside the main event. […]

Bodour Al Qasimi, President of the International Publishers Association (IPA) and Founder and CEO of the UAE-based Kalimat Group (KG), has announced that the sales proceeds of her latest work in children’s literature titled “World Book Capital” will be furthered to libraries and cultural and educational institutions in Gaza, Palestine. The announcement was made by […]

Who loves the bad guys? Not everybody cares only for the superhero; villains too seem to have a fair share of fans – especially amongst the 7 to 11-year-old visitors at the ongoing 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival who have been queueing up for the popular ‘Villain Character Building’ workshop at the […]

Sharjah’s integrated child-friendly approach to urban planning was showcased to a virtual global audience last week at the sixth edition of Biennale Spazio Pubblico 2021 recently held under the theme, ‘Children and public space’. The three-day virtual event was broadcasted live from the Faculty of Architecture of the Roma-Tre University in Rome, Italy, and was […]

Sharjah Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD) has taken an innovative approach to connecting to children and youth, who represent a substantial part of the emirate’s population, by curating and publishing a collection of short stories written by them. The book titled comprises 16 short stories by young authors describing the department’s activities from […]

The 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), which has expanded its outreach this year across several emirates in the UAE, hosted Egyptian novelistTayeb Adib, and Claudia Rueda, a Colombian picture book author and illustrator, at a panel discussion at the Al Safa Art and Design Library in Dubai as part of its cultural programming agenda. […]

Previously seen as merely an educational tool, children’s non-fiction books today lay great emphasis on making both the visual and written content engaging, substantially enhancing its potential as a compelling genre, said two authors of non-fiction at a cultural discussion held at the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival. In a cultural panel […]

Publishing a children’s book is a collaborative process. Along with the author, several creative minds come together to partner in producing the books that see the light of day. Who are these people and how does this partnership work? This was the topic of discussion at the cultural session, ‘Be my Partner’, held at the12thSharjah […]

Following a directive by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, AED 2.5 million has been allocated for the purchase of new titles from both Arab and foreign publishers participating in the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF). This annual tribute is in line with His […]

Arada has awarded the construction contract to build The Boulevard, an upscale residential complex at its Sharjah mega-community Aljada. Located in the East Village district of Aljada, The Boulevard comprises three apartment blocks. The nine-storey blocks are located next to Aljada’s main avenue. The AED180 million contract was won by Dubai-based Al Ashram Contracting, a […]

Sharjah Child Friendly Office (SCFO), an affiliate of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA) is highlighting and promoting children’s right to play at the ongoing Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) in Expo Centre Sharjah. At its interactive pavilion that features a swing, SCFO is showing visitors, especially parents and children, the importance of unstructured […]

The ‘Crazy Lab’ workshop at the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival is welcoming young ‘scientists’ to experiment with easily available materials to learn about simple concepts in science in a fun manner. At Expo Centre Sharjah, young kids aged 6-9 are engaged in a hands-on project that explored concepts of liquid density […]

Opening up possibilities for children to explore and enhance their technological skills, the Machinery Design workshop at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival 2021 is focused on teaching kids the applications of STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Math – in gaming technology. “When they start getting exposed to technology at a younger age, they […]

BodourAl Qasimi, Founder and CEO of Kalimat Group (KG) and President of International Publishers Association (IPA),has launched her latest work in children’s literature, World Book Capital, at the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF). Published simultaneously in Arabic and English by Kalimat Publishing, an imprint of the Kalimat Group that specialises in […]

Two eminent authors speaking at the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival have shared their dreams of a world where children could discover and develop their identities through books that celebrate shared cultures and differences. At a cultural discussion titled, ‘Happiness Factory’,and moderated by Sally Mousa from Sharjah’s Pulse 95 Radio,Swaady Martin –a […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) revealed that it has completed about 49,131 electronic transactions during the last four months covering a wide array of services offered by the Chamber to the business sector, such as certificates of origin and membership ratifications. The Chamber also stated that all its services have become 100% […]

An adorable red ladybug dotted with shiny black spots; a slice of red, juicy watermelon; a vibrant glossy rainbow; a sparkly monster face; and a handwritten message on a pastel background bordered by floral designs – these were just some of the inspired masterpieces budding young artists created on plain white rocks at a one-hour arts workshop […]

“This is one of the most well-organised book fairs,” says Jon Malinowski, President of The Combined Book Exhibit, who has brought the latest best-sellers from top publisher in Canada, UK and the US to the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), which runs at Expo Centre Sharjah until May 29. Excited to […]

Continuing its to drive new and diversified investments into the emirate, the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), operating under the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), organised the Sharjah China Business Webinar on Thursday as part of its participation at the 11th China Offshore Summit organized virtually this year. Participating Chinese businesses and investors […]

The Cookery Corner at the ongoing 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) is an ode to foodies and home chefs across the UAE. Every day during this 11-day cultural extravaganza, a brand new dish from a different country/region will be created from scratch by a celebrated chef in a way that can be replicated by […]

In an age where technology has placed a gadget in the hands of children from toddlers to teenagers, reading tends to sometimes take a backseat, but it is through the world of books that children can access their own imagination. This was the theme of a Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2021) discussion on its […]

If you suddenly hear the loud funky beats of a pop song at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival, just turn or look around, and you will see ‘Wamda’ (Flash), ‘Qalam (Pen), ‘Noqta’ (Dot) and Shuaa’ (Beam) march confidently into the venue at Expo Centre Sharjah, waving joyfully at the excited crowds. The four delightful […]

In a lively, interactive session held at the 12th edition of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) at Expo Centre Sharjah, renowned Egyptian actor, Ahmed Amin, discussed children’s literature and art, and explored the relationship between acting, theatre, and books, amongst other topics. Amin, the host of Al Plateau TV show, engaged in an open discussion […]

“My real passion is drawing and doing something creative. I’m good at working with my hands,” noted children’s books illustrator Alessia Bravo as she led an illustrations workshop for children at the 12th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival. Her works are part of the 9th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Book Illustration Exhibition running at SCRF […]

Considered the first achievement of its kind in the United Arab Emirates, the Sharjah Finance Department (SFD) yesterday Wednesday, launched procedures for linking and integrating the smart receipt system, Tahseel, with global digital payment wallets Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay. The launch is in cooperation with Mashreq Bank. The inauguration ceremony, which was […]

HE Francisca E. Méndez Escobar, Ambassador of Mexico to the UAE, has hailed Sharjah’sremarkable efforts to support children and nurture their various talents. She congratulated the emirate for offering yet another unique opportunity to publishers, writers, illustrators, and most importantly, children to come together in a brand new celebration of knowledge and culture. HE Escobar […]

The opening day of the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival was abuzz with the excited voices of girls and boys of all ages as they engaged in several hands-on activities lined up for the young ones at the dedicated Kids Hall. Children, aged 6 to 9, gained a fun introduction to the […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah inaugurated the 12thedition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF)today (Wednesday).Organised by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), and themed ‘For Your Imagination’, the 12th edition of the region’s largest festival of its kind, runs until May 29 at […]

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has announced the resumption of direct flights between Sharjah and Prague, starting September 22, 2021. Schedule to Prague,effective September 22, 2021 (all times local): Flight Departure Time Arrival Time Aircraft Frequency  G9 584 Sharjah 15:50 Prague 20:30 Airbus A320 Wed/Sat G9 […]

For the first time in its 12-year history, the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival has expanded the scope of its cultural activities beyond the main venue at Expo Centre Sharjah, to facilitate residents in other emirates and the eastern coast cities of Sharjah gain access to some of the wholesome and varied selection of programmes curated […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams) hosted an exclusive screening of the landmark new feature film “218”– the first movie “made by the public” in the Arab World as part of the UAE Entertainment Experience initiative, which debuted in early 2019. The screening took place at a press conference on Monday, May 17, 2021 at Sharjah’s Zero […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) recently held a virtual meeting with the Consulate General of the Republic of South Korea in Dubai to explore ways to discuss economic cooperation in various vital sectors in the two countries and explore the potential investment opportunities and the mechanisms of increasing trade volume between the […]

The much-anticipated Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) is finally here to thrill, educate and entertain children and young adults of all ages. The 12thedition of the region’s largest literary and cultural event for children will open tomorrow, May 19 (Wednesday), at Expo Centre Sharjah. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin […]

Eagle Hills Sharjah, a joint venture between Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Eagle Hills has announced the launch of Shams Residences on Maryam Island, the first-of-its-kind luxury waterfront development in Sharjah’s Al Khan and Al Mamzar districts. Offering unique, community living within Sharjah, the 59-units building is located within the Maryam Gate Residences […]

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has announced the introduction of a new service to Sharm El Sheikh with direct flights from Sharjah starting on 29th June, 2021. Schedule to Sharm El Sheikh,effective June 29th, 2021 (all times local): Flight Departure Time Arrival Time Aircraft Frequency  G9 […]

The 12th edition of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) from May 19 – 29, will host a series of fun and educational workshops and activities to provide opportunities for children of all ages to develop new creative and critical thinking skills in line with the festival’s vision to […]

Al Zahia — Sharjah’s premier lifestyle destination —is on track for its scheduled 2023 completion, having crossed another all-important milestone. More than 289 families will call Al Zahia home. The handed over to discerning families and young couples in search of a unique lifestyle in a prime location started in March 2021. An idyllic residential […]

I had this 40 minutes life-altering conversation with Dr. Navana Kundu on Zoom. Dr. Navana has had an eventful life thus far. Her role as an award-winning life coach is based on her life’s learnings. She started her corporate career in the fashion industry in Milan. She is a globe trotter and has lived and worked in […]

A world-class line-up of celebrity chefs will turn up the heat at the Cookery Corner at the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA). Top culinary experts from Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Sudan and Morocco will lead 20 activities throughout the 11-day event that runs from May 19 […]

The 31st Sharjah Ramadan Festival, organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI), came to an end after achieving an outstanding sales volume surpassing AED 700 million sales. The final raffle draw, which was held on Saturday evening at City Centre Al Zahia, witnessed the winning of Dina Al Sayed, Egyptian, and Abdullah […]

The Child Safety Department, CSD, an affiliate of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, has launched Sarah and Rashed, two virtual characters designed to raise children’s awareness about safety issues. Sara and Rashed are part of CSD’s innovative communication tools and will educate children about preventive measures to be taken to protect themselves from […]

Many shoppers have celebrated their Eid with wonderful prizes and gifts after winning in the big raffle draw held on Friday evening at Sahara Centre Mall as part of the 31st Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2021, organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI). The big winner was from Egypt, Asmaa Al Awani, who […]

The social media station, one of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival’s prime crowd-pullers is back for the 12th edition with 10 interesting workshops, which the festival organisers, Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has designed to empower the UAE’s children and youth, and even their parents, with in-demand digital skills and fuel their imagination and creativity. Taking place […]

This year, Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) is marking the International Museum Day with free entry on 18th May to its museums across the emirate. SMA will also be hosting a virtual session on May 18 that will discuss the future of Sharjah’s museums and tourism scene amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. Titled ‘The Future of Museums Recover […]

This year, Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) is marking International Museum Day with free entry on 18th May to its museums across the emirate. SMA will also be hosting a virtual session on that day which will discuss the future of Sharjah’s museums and tourism scene amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. Titled ‘The Future of Museums Recover […]

Two lucky participants saw their dreams come true in the 24th weekly live Mahzooz draw. Syam, 47, and Sultan, 30, became the sixth and seventh Mahzooz millionaires of the year by matching five out of six numbers and taking home AED 1,000,000 each. Syam, an Indian expat who has lived in Oman for the past […]

The 12th edition of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) from May 19 – 29, under the theme ‘For Your Imagination’ at Sharjah Expo Center, will enrich visitors with a series of cultural and literary competitions and awards in line with the festival’s vision to expand the knowledge of […]

The 12th edition of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) is gearing up to showcase both creative and technical elements that make up the exciting world of comic arts at its dedicated Comics Corner through 132 sessions comprising 8 different workshops and two live shows. Organised by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) from May 19 – 29 […]

With the long Eid Al-Fitr weekend coming up, UAE residents and visitors looking to give their families a welcome break from the routine with exciting leisure activities, or craving a luxurious staycation at a boutique destination where they can reconnect with nature in absolute safety, need not look beyond the vast selection of carefully-crafted packages […]

Arada is preparing to launch Nasma Central, the new lifestyle hub at its Nasma Residences community in Sharjah, in time for this year’s Eid Al Fitr celebrations. Nasma Central, which will also serve the surrounding Al Suyouh district and other neighbouring areas in Sharjah, will provide a range of retail and dining outlets, as well […]

The Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2021, which is organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI), will conclude in less than a week after experiencing a huge turnout of shoppers and visitors seeking to avail of its promotional campaigns and attractive discounts on various types of consumer products. Jamal Bouzengal, General Coordinator of the […]

Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah and HE Simon Penney, UK Trade Commissioner for the Middle East and Consul General in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, have discussed ways to expand trade, investment, and cultural cooperation betweenSharjah and Edinburgh, capital of Scotland in the UK. The DGR Chairman […]

With a line-up of two plays and four roaming shows, the 12thedition of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), organized by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) from May 19th–29th, at Sharjah Expo Centre, is going big with its efforts to showcase the wondrous world of live performances to the festival’s young visitors. SBA’s first original stage production […]

The Child Safety Department (CSD), an affiliate of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA) in Sharjah, organised a series of activities during Ramadan to heighten awareness of children and parents on cyberbullying and cybersafety, among others. The activities held through the Holy Month included a live Instagram session for parents titled ‘How do I […]

Pink Caravan, the breast cancer awareness initiative of the UAE-based non-profit, Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), has called upon women who previously underwent mammogram screenings at clinics during their annual UAE-wide breast cancer awareness campaign in 2019,to get themselves tested again at the Pink Caravan Medical Mobile Clinic, located at the Supreme Council for Family […]

Air Arabia(PJSC), the Middle East& North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier,today reported a profitable first quarter (January to March) 2021despite COVID-19 continued impact on the aviation’s industry financial and operational performance. Air Arabia reported a net profit of AED34million for the three months ending March 31, 2021, a52 percent less than the corresponding 2020 […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) has recently issued its first quarterly report on the activities and statistics of the chamber and its branches in Khor Fakkan, Kalba, Al Dhaid, and The report showed that 1882 new companies joined Sharjah’s business community during the first quarter of 2021, a rise of 52% (647 […]

With new slides and enhanced visitor experiences, ‘Pearl Kingdom’ water Park at Sharjah’s Al Montazah Parks will reopen its gates to the public on the first day of Eid Al Fitr. Following the reopening, special shows and performances will be held during the first 3-days of Eid. Rated as the world’s 7th best water park […]

A host of international luminaries in the field of children’s literature will be participating in the 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), which takes place May 19-29 at Expo Centre Sharjah. Organised by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), a prime feature of the 11-day annual festival for children and youth will be an […]

The Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2021 continues to create an amazing festive atmosphere across the Emirate and put a smile on the faces of shoppers and visitors, as 3 shoppers won 3 smartphones, 18 winners won shopping vouchers worth AED 5000, and 10 shoppers won AED 2500 shopping vouchers each in the festival’s second raffle draw […]

The Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) is back again to unite young readers with creators of children’s literature and allied arts from May 19 – 29, 4pm – 10pm, at the Sharjah Expo Centre. Themed ‘For Your Imagination’, the 12th edition of the festival organised by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) will host a series of […]

The 12th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) organised by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) from May 19 – 29 at Sharjah Expo Centre under the theme ‘For Your Imagination,’ is bringing together 11 Arab authors and artists in a series of dialogue and discussion sessions, some of which will be held on the […]

The Ramadan Nights 2021 Exhibition, which is currently underway at the Expo Centre Sharjah, is seeing a high turnout of visitors and shoppers who came to tap into the incredible deals and exclusive discounts of up to 70% on a wide range of products and brands offered by leading retailers both locally and internationally. The […]

Webinars are a great way to engage the viewers while still capturing data flexibly and cost-effectively. They give you the chance to cultivate working leads, engage with a wider audience, and raise brand awareness. Last year, 57 percent of advertisers used webinars, according to the Content Marketing Institute, and the multimedia tool’s growth has continued […]

Fifty senior officials and key decision makers part of the Sharjah government have stressed that digital transformation is no longer just a consideration for the emirate, but an area equipped with strategic decision making followed by long-term investments, human capital training and consistent efforts to boost the emirate’s economic performance, innovation, leadership and sustainability across […]

“We are extremely happy with the overwhelming success and the positive atmosphere Sharjah Ramadan Nights is witnessing since its launch,” with these words, a group of shopping mall officials expressed their satisfaction with the increasing sales and revenue volume that have been achieved so far. Jamal Bu Zinjal, General Coordinator of the Festival, which is […]

A rare and absolutely mind-blowing photographic representation of Fra Mauro’s map of the world was part of the ‘Tales from the East’ exhibition curated by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA). This monumental 223×223 cm photograph is a rendition of Mauro’s work by Italian photographer Carlo Naya, which renders the original map in its full, original […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) welcomed a high-level delegation from the Republic of Costa Rica to explore means of enhancing commercial and economic cooperation and encouraging investments in the vital sectors in the friendly countries, thus taking bilateral relations to new heights of cooperation and strengthening partnerships between business communities in the […]

Did you know that the advent of modern advertising dates back thousands of years? It was signalled by the development of printing in the 15th and 16th centuries. Advertising and marketing for the purposes of public consumption has a history going back millennia, and part of this fascinating history was witnessed at the ‘Tales from […]

The Sharjah Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD) has announced that the number of mosques in the emirate had increased to 2,813 last year –a27 percent rise from the 2,223 places of Islamic worship registered in 2018. The 2,813 registered in the emirate included 1,262 government-run and 1,551 privately run mosques. This indicated a […]

Bee’ah, the Middle East’s award-winning sustainability pioneer, has joined forces with PepsiCo, one of the leading food and beverage companies, to support the company’s commitment to collect and recycle the equivalent of 100% Aquafina plastic packaging produced in the UAE in 2021. The pledge is in line with the UAE’s goal to divert 75% of […]

From maps produced for the kings of Spain and Portugal to a 12th century world map oriented with south at the top and a life-size hand coloured photograph of a 15th century map of the world, the ‘Tales from the East’ exhibition organised by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) at its headquarters in Sharjah, features a […]

Sharjah-based low-cost carrier Air Arabia has announced the resumption of direct flights between Sharjah and Almaty, Kazakhstan, starting 21st May, 2021. Customers can now book their direct flights between Sharjah and Almaty by visiting Air Arabia’s website, by calling the call centre or through travel agencies. Air Arabia has added to the convenience and confidence […]

The management of Souq Al Jubail, a project by Sharjah Asset Management, has announced that it will be distributing financial rewards to licensed Emirati fishermen in Sharjah during the holy month of Ramadan. The move is in recognition of their role in meeting the needs of consumers and enables them to preserve their profession for […]

During its five-year journey, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) has set a precedent in building a world-class, founder-centric and inclusive ecosystem of founders, who have collectively generated a sizeable AED 477 million (USD 130 million) in revenue and raised investments worth AED 320 million (USD 87 million) – Najla Al Midfa, CEO of Sheraa, revealed […]