Shareholders of Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) have approved increasing the percentage of foreign ownership of the bank’s shares to 40%, at the Annual General Meeting that took place on Sunday 27th headed by His Excellency Abdul Rahman Al Owais, Chairman of the Board of Directors. They also approved the distribution of 8% of cash profits […]

The Sharjah Airport Authority has shown once again its commitment to excellence and leadership in Sharjah’s sustainable development after it earned the Sharjah Excellence Award for Sharjah Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in recognition for its responsible practices involving the employees, the community, and the environment. The Authority received the award during a gala awards ceremony […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah is preparing to host the 7th edition of the ‘Paper One Show’, the premier international paper exhibition in the MENA region, from March 7 to 9. The event is featuring about 100 of the largest and most important international and local paper companies, and the world’s leading brands in the field […]

After its huge success in 2021 when it was organized a record three times to excellent response, the Big Shopper Sale is set to do an encore this year too, with the very first show of 2022 to be held at Expo Centre Sharjah from March 2 to 6. Offering massive price markdowns and presenting […]

As part of its close relationship with Kuwait and Kuwaiti citizens, Sharjah Airport commemorated Kuwait National Day, celebrated on February 25 every year. Airport personnel carried flags of the UAE and Kuwait and served Kuwaiti travelers with coffee and sweets as part of the celebrations. Travelers from Kuwait embraced the initiative, as it brought joy […]

In line with its commitment to empower businesswomen across all sectors with practical strategies and tools to enhance their professional excellence, Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), a NAMA Women Advancement affiliate, has launched ‘Mentor Monday’, a new initiative that aims to provide members with expert insights and business advice from well-established entrepreneurs in a wide […]

The recently inaugurated Sharjah Safari, the largest wildlife safari in the world outside Africa and home to more than 50,000 animals, is set to become a major natural reserve and tourist attraction in the UAE and the region. Inaugurated by Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Sharjah […]

An immersive experience of anime culture awaits young fans of the art form as FUNN, a Sharjah-based organisation that promotes media arts learning among children and youth, announces the launch of SHASHAH, a biannual creative and educational event,set to take place from March 11 – 13, 2022 in AlJada, Sharjah. In line with FUNN’s mission […]

Sharjah Light Festival 2022 continues to welcome guests across various locations, offering a series of enchanting light shows that are scheduled to go on until 20 February across various regions and cities of the emirate under the theme ‘Echoes of the Future’. Al Hamriya Municipality building is hosting a mesmerising light show titled ‘A Journey […]

The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) is showcasing the work of nine leading companies engaged in delivering technological and innovative solutions across several vital sectors as part of its participation in the 2022 edition of UAE Innovates in Sharjah. In line with its mission to strengthen and diversify the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Sharjah and the UAE, […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) discussed with its Cuban counterpart enhancing joint work to develop commercial activity and develop areas of economic cooperation between the Emirate of Sharjah and Cuba. The two sides also explored available investment opportunities, while highlighting the importance of strengthening communication mechanisms to organize mutual visits of business […]

“Fiction is a way to illuminate the realities of our human condition and it helps answer questions I often grapple with,” said civil rights lawyer-turned-conceptual documentary artist Debi Cornwall during a presentation at the sixth Xposure International Photography Festival, which concluded yesterday (Tuesday) at Expo Centre Sharjah. Showcasing two of her most notable works ‘Welcome […]

“Everything in my photo is real; I try to tell stories with fewer elements,” said Spanish photographer Garcia de Marina whose image of a globe protected by a gas mask – a comment on climate change – was turned into 162,000 stamps by Spain’s Postal Department. “What denoted pollution earlier has now come to represent the […]

“My ambition was to travel – see the world, explore cultures, meet people. Life is short; and you get just one chance at it, and I think I have made the best use of my time,” said Steve McCurry, one of the foremost names in contemporary photography, as he summed up his iconic career at […]

February 17 event to mark milestone in the International Sustainable Publishing and Industry Resilience (InSPIRe) plan to build a more sustainable and collaborative global book ecosystem. The directors general of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay, and of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Daren Tang, will open the Symposium which will present the findings of a series […]

Visitors at the sixth Xposure International Photography Festival that concludes Tuesday at Expo Centre Sharjah, gained a powerful insight into two disparate worlds of Indonesia – one of the orangutans of Sumatra and another of the country’s child jockeys – as veteran Belgian photojournalist Alain Shroeder presented Stories in the Making. “She is our symbol […]

The enormous impact of “a personal initiative driven by love and empathy” warmed hearts at the 6th edition of Xposure International Photography Festival, where Dutch photojournalist Jasper Doest reflected on his documentary project about a flamingo named Bob. “‘Meet Bob’ is an intimate story about two individuals working together to initiate positive change,” said the […]

What connects a fashion sub-culture from the heart of Africa that defies extreme poverty with gang violence in a far off Central American country? “The only common thread is me and my experience,” said award-winning photographer and storyteller Tariq Zaidi, who presented two of his renowned projects – ‘Sapeurs of the Congo’ and ‘El Salvador: […]

As our planet reels under the impact of climate change and global warming, photography can play a key role in preserving and documenting ecosystems, as well as bringing attention—through visual communication—to targeted climate and social issues to educate and inspire real change, asserted five internationally renowned photographers at a panel discussion held at the sixth […]

Air Arabia (PJSC), the first and largest low-cost carrier(LCC) operator in the Middle East and North Africa, today announced a record financial results for the fourth quarter and for full year ending 31 December 2021, despite the prevailing impact of COVID-19 pandemic that continued throughout the year. Air Arabia reported a net profit of AED […]

The sixth Xposure International Photography Festival has expanded the learning and broadened the horizons of hundreds of school pupils in Sharjah on a broad spectrum of conservation and humanitarian issues through the compelling and vivid imagery showcased at the week-long event that concludes tomorrow (15 February) at Expo Centre Sharjah. Exploring the 45 solo and […]

A monochromatic image of two Arabian gazelles locking horns, on display at the ongoing Xposure International Photography Festival at Expo Centre Sharjah, attests to Emirati photographer Mohammed Al Balushi’s love of capturing wildlife. Al Balushi, who also loves to take cityscape and landscape images, is no ordinary photographer. A car accident in 2003 had left […]

Al Majaz Waterfront, the Holy Quran Academy, and Sharjah University City Hall are three of the architectural landmarks selected as the backdrop for artistic light shows as Sharjah Light Festival 2022 continues to dazzle visitors with displays illuminating the emirate’s attractions, shedding light on its history and authentic Islamic architectural heritage, and showcasing Sharjah’s aspirations […]

Air Arabia Egypt, has announced the introduction of a new service to Gassim, city in Saudi Arabia with direct flights from Sohag International Airport to Prince Nayef Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, commencing on February 24, 2022. Schedule to Gassimeffective February 24 (all times local): Flight Departure Time Arrival Time Aircraft Frequency E5 1717 Sohag 02:40 […]

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), has stressed that well informed individuals equipped with knowledge and sciences are the strong foundation that advances […]

The special gift of a retired show horse, nicknamed ‘Doctor Peyo’, in providing comfort to terminally ill cancer patients at Calais Hospital in France, is the subject of French photographer Jeremy Lempin’s works at the ongoing sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival. Lempin evocatively captures the warmth and beauty of positive engagement between humans and […]

Audiences flocked to the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature last night to hear Indra Nooyi, ranked among the world’s 100 most powerful women, share insights from her memoir, My Life in Full. The former CEO and Chair of PepsiCo who is currently on the board of Amazon, spoke about her legendary career as the first woman of […]

An exciting range of photographic workshops for both experts and beginners to fill the gaps in their knowledge and hone their craft continue at the ongoing sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival, offering an opportunity to learn directly from masters of the visual art until February 15 at Expo Centre Sharjah. Unique insights into […]

Photography equipment manufacturers, dealers and industry leaders exhibiting at the sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival have hailed the region’s largest photography event as the perfect platform for doing brisk business, showcasing new trends and innovative products, and expanding networks in the region and beyond. Akshay Talwar, Regional Manager of sales and marketing at […]

The Metaverse is being built at the speed of thought. Leading fashion designer brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga, Tommy Hilfiger, Dolce & Gabbana, and Burberry have embraced the Metaverse. Digital fashion is not limited to clothing for avatars. It’s a growing fashion subculture that includes the digital design and modeling of real-world clothing, the […]

Photographers in the UAE are engaging in open-ended discussions, exchanging ideas, and delving into niche areas of the field through 10 professional-led focus groups at the sixth edition of the Xposure International Photography Festival, which runs until February 15 at Expo Centre Sharjah. Focus group sessions held at Xposure 2022 on the festivals first two […]

Two wetsuit-clad individuals dive into the safe environment of a large glass water tank to capture images of colourful reefs and fishes as the ‘Introduction to Scuba & Underwater Photography’ workshop gets underway at the ongoing sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival. Attracting curious onlookers of all ages, the large glass water tank takes […]

“Every click of the shutter is a collaboration,” remarked David Doubilet, pioneering underwater photographer, at a seminar titled ‘Oceans through the Lens of Time’, held as part of the Conservation Summit at Xposure International Photography Festival. Doubilet, who has worked on 78 stories for National Geographic in over 40 years in the profession, was introduced […]

Two visionaries in the field of photojournalism have been named winners of the debut edition of the Independent Freelance Photojournalist Awards 2021 (IFPA) at the sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival. Ivan Abreu, a filmmaker, photographer and multimedia journalist from Brazil, was named the winner for his work, ‘Hong Kong, Times of Dissent’. Darrin […]

“The more you explore, the more derisory your knowledge seems. The more you know, the more you don’t know,” said French naturalist photographer, Laurent Ballesta, during his presentation on Mediterranean Planet and the Gombessa Expeditionsat the debut edition of the Conservation Summit at Xposure International Photography Festival on Thursday. Taking the audience on a spectacular […]

The outlook for ocean conservation got a promising boost today(Thursday) as Xposure International Photography Festival opened its first-ever Conservation Summit under the theme ‘Saving our Oceans’ to explore hope and solutions for safeguarding the precious biodiversity of the global marine ecosystems. The day-long summit dedicated to ocean conservation and visual storytelling opened at Expo Centre […]

An image shot in Indonesia, on display at the ongoing sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival, depicts a group of children crouching in flimsy boats surrounding a pier, but listening intently as their teacher conducts a lesson. For these children from destitute families who row boats to school and back home, these boats also […]

“My real hope for the profession of architectural photography is that the faithfulness of the architectural depiction will always match the precision of our design and the engineering of our subjects, ”emphasised award-winning architectural photographer Steven Brooke at a seminar titled ‘The Depiction of Architecture: Historical Precedents and Contemporary Applications’on the opening day of Xposure […]

“A young girl lying unconscious on the streets, possibly dead after an airstrike; a young boy carrying an infant in his hands crying for help; the heart-breaking pleas of a young Iraqi girl who lost her arm and her brothers and father in the war … these were the moments I had to stop filming […]

Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has officially inaugurated the 11th Sharjah Light Festival – themed ‘Echoes of the Future’ – which includes a series of activities and shows, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, until February 20, […]

The astonishing power of photography as a tool for meaningful change was echoed by award-winning photographers, thought leaders and changemakers as the sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival opened its doors today at Expo Centre Sharjah, welcoming visitors and photography enthusiasts to gain unique perspectives of the wider world through the compelling images of […]

HE Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, Executive Chairman of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and the entity’s officials recently received a delegation led by HE Obaid Saeed Obaid Al Tunaiji, Director General of Sharjah City Municipality, along with members of Sharjah Municipal Council, at Shurooq’s headquarters. The meeting explored opportunities for collaboration to improve the quality of life […]

Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah (SCFA) discussed the action plan of the community initiatives and projects the Council departments will launch in 2022, which aims to achieve the sustainable social, cultural and health development, empower family members to perform their societal roles and ensure their stability and enhance awareness in various fields to […]

The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department (RERD) announced that during 2021, the real estate trading volume in the Emirate of Sharjah recorded the highest value in four years.The department’s annual report revealed that the volume of real estate transactions in the emirate amounted to a total of AED26.2 billion dirhams last year.   Strong recovery […]

A week-long celebration of the art of photography awaits visitors and residents in Sharjah and the UAE as the sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival opens tomorrow(Wednesday, February 9) at Expo Centre Sharjah. Organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), the premier global festival which runs until February 15, brings together 70 world-renowned […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams) has announced participation in the sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival, organised by Sharjah Government Media Bureau from February 9-15, 2022, at Expo Centre Sharjah. With the most prominent international photographers among its regular attendees, the Festival covers everything related to the art of photography and hosts discussion panels and […]

Xposure International Photography Festival is back with its 6th edition,offering a fresh round of exhibitions and workshops, the latest in leading photography and filmmaking technology, and the festival’s first-ever Conservation Summit. Organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) and taking place at Expo Centre Sharjah from February 9 – 15, this year’s edition forges […]

In line with its vision to enhance and build competencies of female professionals, the BadiriEducation and Development Academy, the education and capacity building arm of NAMA Women Advancement (NAMA), recently organised a field visit to offer a comprehensive understanding of the creative entrepreneurship opportunities in the emirate of Sharjah and explore ways to transform creative […]

The Sharjah Digital Office (SDO) has revealed that its Digital Sharjah platform recorded 128,000 visits to its website and smart app and completed 7,271 transactions since its debut in November last year. The Digital Sharjah website and smart app was launched as a one-stop digital user interface that seamlessly integrates a portfolio of 41 essential […]

In celebration of National Environment Day, the Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA) has organized an initiative in City Centre Al Zahia. Taking place under the slogan “Climate Action Now”, the campaign will kick off with a beach clean-up in Khorfakkan on Friday, 4thFebruary, followed by awareness-raising events and activities, environmental programmes, exhibitions, […]

The Sharjah Government Media Bureau has announced that preparations for the sixth edition of Xposure International Photography Festival, running from February 9-15 at Expo Centre Sharjah, are 90 percent complete. On a visit today (Thursday) to the festival venue, Tariq Saeed Allay, Director General of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), reviewed the final preparations […]

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, has announced the introduction of a new route to Osh, in Kyrgyzstan from Sharjahstarting February 20, 2022. Schedule to Osh,effective February 20, 2022(all times local): Flight Departure Time Arrival Time Aircraft Frequency  G9 886 Sharjah 21:45 Osh 03:15 +1 Airbus […]