The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) organized a forum entitled “Best Practices in the integrated management system,” in cooperation with the American Society for Quality in the Middle East and Africa (ASQ MEA). The forum was organized with the aim of exchanging knowledge and expertise between the chamber and the society, as well […]

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12-year-olds had a field day at the Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG), exploring a world of life skills, which can be applied to their future professions and overall personality development. Two full day workshops; one exploring digital technologies in app development, and the other shedding light on gaining financial intelligence by combining design and entrepreneurial skills, […]

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Organisers of the Sharjah International Children’s Film Festival (SICFF 2018) have announced the agenda of the sixth edition of the festival dedicated to bringing young people and movies together, which unveils on October 14. Themed “Think Cinema”, the six-day cinematic extravaganza, which continues until October 19 will play out at the Al Jawaher Reception and […]

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The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Injazat Services announce the establishment of the Sharjah Investors Services Centre, which will operate as the emirate’s first “one-stop-shop” high-end facility providing fully-integrated and streamlined services to investors looking to set up businesses in Sharjah. The new centre, to be headquartered in Al Qasba, will be a […]

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HE Abdallah Sultan Al Owais. Chairman of the SCCI, announced that a new category will be added to the Sharjah Economic Excellence Network Award, which will be titled the “Sharjah Entrepreneurial Award for people with Disabilities”. The new award will raise the number of categories to 8, starting with next year’s edition. Al Owais also […]

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Hoor Al Qasimi, President of The Africa Institute, today announced the inauguration of the newly rebuilt Africa Hall and the establishment of The Africa Institute. Initially opened in Sharjah in 1976, Africa Hall’s first cultural and political event was the Arab-African Symposium, held 14-18 December 1976. The new Africa Hall, which has been rebuilt on […]

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The Sharjah-based global humanitarian charity, The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), has announced that proceeds from their latest fundraising campaign have been allocated to fund two community initiatives in partnership with the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) in Jordan and Syria. USD 40,557 (AED 148,970) will be taken up by a month-long cash assistance initiative to uplift […]

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The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry organized an introductory seminar on the Sharjah Economic Excellence Network Award at the India Trade and Exhibition Centre Middle East. The seminar included the participation of 25 private companies operating in Sharjah and its free zones, in addition to a number of entrepreneurs. During the seminar that was […]

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If you do not have a ‘Secure’ server, Google will flag your site with a ‘Not Secure’ warning sign! It is therefore mandatory to ensure that you install a Secure Certificate and your site has an https:// address. In the latest release of Chrome, when a user enters data on an HTTP page, Chrome will […]

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The educational workshop curated by the Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG), a Sharjah-based guiding entity that operates under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA), recently concluded. Launched on 25 August 2018 and will […]

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The Sharjah Summer Promotions 2018, the largest economic and tourist mega event of its kinds that is organized annually by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), continues its activities with positive reception from the public as the school season approaches. The Shopping Malls Sector Business Group, which falls under the umbrella of Sharjah […]

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Fifteen Emirati university students have successfully concluded their participation in Sharjah for Capability Development (SCD)’s ‘Knowledge Bridges’ programme, whose second edition was recently held in UK’s capital London. SCD, a subsidiary of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators, aimed through this programme, whose first edition was launched in 2017, to train […]

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Al Qasba celebrated Eid Al Adha hosting a variety of vibrant and colorful parades, as Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination was packed with stilt walking stunts, juggling tricks, acrobats, and magic shows that left a blazing trail of happy children and adults. Three parade sessions, organised by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development […]

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The 6th group, has been titled champion of an educational programme series, ‘Little Chef’, organised by Ministry of Health & Prevention (MoHaP) and Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG). Concluded yesterday (Thursday), the programme brought its 28 participants together in a creative environment to teach them what constitutes a healthy diet and lifestyle. The programme also engaged […]

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Sharjah Holding PJSC, a joint venture between Majid Al Futtaim Properties and Sharjah Asset Management, is offering eco-minded families an opportunity to participate in green initiatives and spread the message of a sustainable lifestyle at its Matajer community malls from August 18 until August 31. Youngsters will turn into little farmers this summer to make […]

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Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has attractive Eid offers across its restaurants which has a menu to keep you asking for more. Cote Jardin offers Special Eid Buffet per person on August 21-22nd for AED 114, inclusive of soft drinks, water and juices Cote Jardin also offers Special Eid Beach & Lunch at AED 157.00 per […]

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The 5th edition of the “Health and Tourism” campaign, organized by the Health Promotion Department at the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, is witnessing a lot of enthusiasm on social networking sites from individuals and supporting institutions participating in the campaign. The annual campaign, which is held under the slogan ‘Umbrella’ and will […]

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In line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council of the UAE and Ruler of Sharjah to establish the emirate as a centre for knowledge, scientific research and innovation, the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation (SRTI) Park, an initiative of the  American University of […]

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Majid Al Futtaim – the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia – will make this Back to School season unforgettable for parents and children with a host of fun family activities and the opportunity to win an education scholarship of AED 50,000 from August 15 until […]

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Tired of going to markets after a tiring day at the office? Here, I got the best solution. Just like other notable marketplaces in UAE including Wadi and Awok, Easyshopping.ae has made everything convenient for you. All you have to do is: Go to the search engine, search for Easyshopping.ae Select the items you want […]

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Air Arabia – the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has announced the introduction of its new European destination, Prague in Czech Republic, direct from Sharjah, UAE. Air Arabia’s inaugural flight to the city will commence on 11th December 2018. The 6 hour 50-minute flight will operate 5 times per […]

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H.E. Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority, said: “Our plans are made in accordance with the guidelines of ‘Sharjah Tourism Vision 2021’ and the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, to promote Sharjah as the ideal […]

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While Leonardo da Vinci was sitting in a dark room, he noticed a beam of light passing through a small hole, about the size of a pinhead.  When in a dark room one can see reflections of images like trees, humans, vehicles and others are projected on the wall, facing the light passage. This small […]

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Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) announced that it has completed preparations for the peak of the travel season and an expected influx of Hajj pilgrims. Sharjah Airport, which is expecting to receive more than 1.1 million passengers on both scheduled and non-scheduled flights this August, has finalised arrangements for all procedures needed to ensure a comfortable […]

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Brazil is no stranger to celebrating culture on streets; home to the world’s biggest street carnivals. These days, the city’s locals are running into energetic performances featuring the best of traditional Emirati performances and dances on Sao Paulo’s historic streets and popular landmarks. Traditional Emirati music and song accompanied by the Liwa and Noban dance […]

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Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—has enhanced customer services at its Northern Emirates City Centres to make shopping more convenient for residents and tourists. City Centre Sharjah and City Centre Ajman recently underwent a transformation to elevate the shopping experience and improve accessibility […]

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The 25th São Paulo International Book Fair 2018 is hosting representatives from the Emirate of Sharjah, who are engaging in discussions to propose and develop a vision that will strengthen bilateral trade and cultural relations between Brazil and the UAE, São Paulo and Sharjah in particular, in a sustainable way. Bruno Covas, Mayor of São […]

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HE Mohamed Ahmed Amin, Acting Director-General of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI); and HE Omar Mohammed Salleh, Trade Commissioner of the Malaysia Trade Centre at the Consulate General of Malaysia in the UAE, discussed ways of developing economic relations and enhancing trade exchange between Sharjah and Malaysia. The meeting was held recently […]

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A leading UAE women’s development organisation, NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), and its entities are currently in preparation for their first large-scale international mission to Brazil – Sao Paulo starting August 2, with leading Brazilian organisations, entrepreneurs and market leaders dedicated to boosting women’s participation opportunities in economy and society. NAMA, along with its three […]

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The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and BESIX, the region’s leading company operating in infrastructure concessions and construction, has signed a joint venture agreement to operate and maintain an existing wastewater treatment plant in Al Saja’a area in Sharjah. The newly formed company, called QATRA, will continue developing and expanding the wastewater infrastructure in […]

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Gulftainer, the world’s largest privately owned independent port operator and logistics company based in the UAE, has been handed the 2018 prestigious Gold Award by the UK-based RoSPA Award Scheme. Gulftainer has been recognised for its commitment to employee health and safety standards at its flagship gateway terminal, Sharjah Container Terminal (SCT), in Port Khalid. […]

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‘Lughati’, the Sharjah-based initiative dedicated to supporting Arabic learning the smart way in the government schools, organised an interactive training workshop on “the “pronounced “L” (lunar) and unpronounced “L” (solar)”, at Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC)’sCollage Talent Center, with an aim to inspire a love of Arabic Language among young summer campers at the club. The […]

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Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has signed a second Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Korea’s global investment corporation REI Holding Group, to encourage bilateral investments, collaborate on industry information and expand business networks in both countries. The agreement follows on the recently announced MoU between Shurooq and REI’s Haewon Medical Foundation Sejong General Hospital […]

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The Health Promotion Department at the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah has launched the 5th annual “Health and Tourism” campaign yesterday, which will take place during August 1-30 under the slogan “Umbrella”. This year’s edition of the campaign will focus on raising awareness on the concept and challenges of heat exhaustion and the […]

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Visitors to Sharjah’s Al Noor Island are enjoying several workshops hosted by this picturesque eco-architectural destination, which has a full itinerary planned until the first of September to keep guests gainfully occupied. The events are part of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)’s activations under the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA)’s ‘Sharjah Summer’ […]

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Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premiere leisure, tourist and family destination, put science at the centre of its first week of summer camp, from 15-19 July, with working models of robots and drones giving many of the youngsters their first taste of engineering. The workshops and activities included‘Mindstorm Robotics’, ‘Drones and Aerodynamics’and ‘Young Engineers’ to stimulate the […]

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Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)signed an exclusive partnership agreement with Abu Dhabi’s Injazat Data Systems, the Middle East’s leading specialists in information technology and digital transformation, to introduce the latter’s services in the Emirate of Sharjah. Shurooq will promote Injazat – a wholly owned subsidiary of Mubadala, the investment arm of the Abu Dhabi […]

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To contribute to the ramped-up efforts in promoting Sharjah as a family tourism hub, Air Arabia and various hotels and travel agencies in the emirate have separately rolled out exclusive promotional deals during the ongoing, spectacular Sharjah Summer Festival organized by Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA). Running until the end of August this […]

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Sharjah’s unique tourism and family recreation project, Al Majaz Waterfront has opened its gates to the UAE’s children for a summer extravaganza – theSummer Splash Party 2018 – which will run at the waterfront’s 800 sqmt mini splash park until August 19. The event is part of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)’s activations which […]

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Collage Talent Center at Sharjah Ladies Club is calling on all female artists and photographers residing in the UAE to prime their canvases and prepare their dark rooms for the second edition of its Noon Arts Award, which this year commemorates the Year of Zayed and reflects the UAE Founding Father’s values, qualities and emotions […]

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The Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) has invited a group of youngsters from Sharjah Girl Guides to learn more about the emirate’s museums and historic sites and to discover what it takes to become an expert museum guide. Organised by the SMA, for the 9th consecutive year, the week-long programme ‘The Outstanding Guide’ collaborates with Sharjah Girl Guides with the aim to teach up to 30 girls aged between […]

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Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced details of some of the emirate’s top attractions for families to enjoy this summer, including a mix of entertainment, science, art and – above all – carefree fun. The activations fall under the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA)’s seasonal campaign ‘Sharjah Summer’. Al Qasba The […]

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Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has confirmed that Sharjah’s iconic Eye of the Emirates has been successfully relocated to its new home in the heart of Al Montazah Parks, where it will offer visitors even more spectacular bird’s eye views across the landscape when it begins operations later this year. The emirate’s most recognisable […]

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Evening walks along the picturesque Al Qasba water canal in Sharjah are possibly the best to escape the summer heat in the city. This premier tourist, leisure and family-friendly destination turns into a glittering spectacle every evening, thanks to the reflection of the lights from the surrounding landmarks and skyscrapers on the water  which adds […]

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City Centre Sharjah now has 143 stores and a total GLA of 51,428 sqm (regional mall-ICSC standards), additional convenience-based services, bigger parking capacity and upgraded interiors and shop fronts. The expansion comes as part of the company’s strategy to increase its total investment in the UAE by AED 30 billion by 2026, taking the total […]

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The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced in cooperation with General Hotel Management Ltd (GHM) that September 1, 2018, will be the opening date of the region’s most coveted heritage resort, ‘Al Bait’ located in the Heart of Sharjah, the largest historical preservation and restoration project in the region. The opening of the […]

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“We are constantly working towards reimagining the retail and leisure landscape to meet the evolving demands of our discerning shoppers and retain our position as their preferred shopping destination in Sharjah. The new, revitalised City Centre Sharjah is a result of valuable feedback from our long-standing customers who seek trendy international brands, exciting F&B concepts […]

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The Emirate of Sharjah is set to celebrate the emirate’s selection as Guest of Honour at the 25th edition of São Paulo International Book Fair, which will take place from August 3-12, with a rich programme highlighting Sharjah’s increasing influence on the global cultural landscape. Supervised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), in collaboration with […]

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Expo Centre Sharjah has launched a community initiative for employees of both the Centre and other government agencies in Sharjah that offers them the opportunity to view the matches of the 2018 FIFA World Cup at the Centre’s conference hall. The initiative was launched yesterday at Expo Centre Sharjah, in the presence of HE Waleed […]

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Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), announced it has taken two new Airbus A320 aircraft deliveries bringing its total operating fleet to 53 aircraft. The latest Airbus A320 arrived on schedule from the Airbus facility in Toulouse, France, marking the completion of all deliveries this year. Adel Al […]

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HE Akima Umezawa, Consul–General of Japan in Dubai, has visited the headquarters of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) to discuss potential business opportunities and ways to enhance cultural relations through partnerships. The Consul-General and the accompanying delegation were welcomed by HE Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of Sharjah Book Authority, who showcased SBA’s efforts to support the local cultural movement and enhance […]

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Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail, leisure and dining destination, invites customers and their families from 21 to 30 June to enjoy the FIFA World Cup like never before. Every night from 6 to 9 pm, visitors can partake in festivities of the momentous event by playing on a giant, inflatable foosball (baby foot) court located […]

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The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and Sharjah Police General Directorate held a meeting to explore the means of enhancing cooperation in regard to countering marine pollution and handling abandoned ships. The meeting drew the participation of His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, and Major-General […]

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UN Women and the UAE-based non-profit NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding in New York recently, to consolidate their efforts in implementing the UN Women Flagship Programme “Stimulating Equal Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs” in South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the region, with support from UN Women headquarters. To be […]

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The sixth Lifestyle Expo in Dubai will take place from 25 to 26 June at the Hyatt Regency Dubai, connecting Hong Kong and Chinese mainland suppliers with buyers from the Middle East and Africa to create new partnership opportunities by capturing the robust demand for trendy consumer products. Jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade […]

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Eleven positive cases of breast cancer have been diagnosed as a direct result of the 2018 Pink Caravan Ride, the pan-UAE breast cancer awareness campaign organised by Friends of Cancer Patients UAE. From a total of nearly 8,000 screenings and clinical examinations, doctors and specialists referred the women, aged between 30-62 years for further examinations, […]

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Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia opens its first VOX Cinemas location in Sharjah at City Centre Sharjah. Located in the new extension of the mall, the new VOX Cinemas multiplex boasts 12 screens making it the largest cinema in the Emirate. […]

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The universal Emirati Nasheed singer\ Ahmed Bukhatir “Ambassador of Creative Science” returned back to UAE, after he performed a series of humanitarian concerts in London and other areas in England, which realized their charitable objectives through collecting the donations of the six concerts, supporting our brothers who are affected by the war in Syria and […]

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Al Majaz Waterfront, one of Sharjah’s premiere leisure and hospitality destinations, has announced a packed programme of fun activities for this year’s Eid Al Fitr celebrations. The entertainment includes roaming singers, acrobats, drummers and illusionists during a five hour programme from 4pm to 9pm on each of the festival’s three days. The eight-strong troupe of […]

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Entering its 3rd week, the Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2018 witnessed a great turnout and enthusiasm from visitors that are looking to enjoy the festival’s various activities, promotional campaigns, and great discounts on various goods and products. The festival, which is in its 29th edition, will continue its events and activities until the 18th of June. […]

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Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail, leisure and dining destination, hosted an iftar for orphans of the Emirates Red Crescent. The Centre brought them together for a meal to share the blessings of Ramadan, and through this generous collaboration, around 25 orphans were granted the gift of giving and compassion during this holy month. Akram Ammar, […]

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Schoolchildren across the Northern Emirates have participated in the special charity iftar boxes decoration sessions at City Centre Sharjah, Ajman and Fujairah during the Holy Month. More than 5,000 children have put their personal touches to the iftar boxes filled with dates, nuts and juice by the malls, which is being distributed to those less […]

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As part of its ‘Ara’ initiative, launched to promote awareness about the issues of blind and visually impaired children, the Sharjah-based non-profit, Kalimat Foundation for Children’s Empowerment (KF), has provided 840 copies of braille, audio and large-print books to support Dar Al Kutub libraries in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain as well as to all […]

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Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—is making the month of Ramadan special for its loyal shoppers by giving them an opportunity to win a brand-new 4X4 car and shopping sprees at City Centre Sharjah and City Centre Fujairah from May 15 until June […]

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In the esteemed presence of His Excellency Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) showcased its newest cohort in front of leading investors, key opinion leaders and heads of government entities, and announced the winner of the $50,000 Accelerator Program Grant at a Ramadan majlis, earlier this week. The grant was awarded to […]

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Sharjah Publishing City, the first free publishing city in the world and under the umbrella of Sharjah Book Authority, recently received a delegation from the China Publishing Group, one of the largest and most influential publishing group have discussed possible collaborations with Sharjah Publishing City (SPC), with a view to investment opportunities. China Publishing Group […]

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Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has successfully highlighted the rich publishing experience of Sharjah and the UAE at BookExpo America 2018, which took place recently at the Javits Convention Center in New York. SBA was the only Arab representative at North America’s largest and most influential gathering of professionals in the global books business. Through its […]

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Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia— is supporting Sharjah’s annual Ramadan initiative with amazing offers for residents and charitable activities with schools and government organisations at its community malls in Sharjah from May 17 until June 18. Majid Al Futtaim has teamed up […]

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Faculty and students at American University of Sharjah (AUS) have unveiled a “Tiny House” on campus, showcasing the latest research in sustainable and environmentally friendly construction. A team of undergraduate students, professors and alumni from the university have worked together over the past 12 months to design and build the Tiny House, which will serve […]

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As part of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) strategic vision to enable outstanding employees to take up positions of higher leadership, Najla Al Midfa has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer of its subsidiary, Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa). Al Midfa’s promotion is in recognition of her outstanding role in the management of Sheraa […]

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Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—has made the dreams of several shoppers come true with free Air Arabia tickets as part of the ‘For the Love of Travel’ initiative at City Centre Sharjah and City Centre Ajman. Selamawit Gebresilassie Sadiq, who shopped at […]

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Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with REI Holding Group and Haewon Medical Foundation Sejong General Hospital to establish the first Korean hospital in Sharjah. The signing ceremony took place in the South Korean capital Seoul, where His Excellency Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, as well as several representatives […]

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Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council, an affiliate of Sharjah-based NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), has showcased to the UAE diplomats and dignitaries of the future how tradition and heritage can play a significant part in their potential roles as national ambassadors. By exhibiting at the Emirates Diplomatic Academy Culture Month in Abu Dhabi, Irthi is highlighting […]

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The Sharjah Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD) has reported that Sharjah’s mosques have grown at a rate of 5.2 percent in 2017, taking the total number from 1,398 in 2016 to 1,471 in 2017. Geographic Distribution The Department said that the number of mosques in Sharjah City, including Al Hamriyah and Abu Musa […]

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In line with Sharjah’s efforts to disseminate its cultural message internationally, the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) concluded its participation at the Turin International Book Fair in Italy, yesterday (Monday). Through engaging in dialogue with Italian and international authors and illustrators, publishing professionals and representatives of cultural institutions, SBA explored ways in which it can open […]

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As part of the ongoing intensive efforts to meet Sharjah’s target of 10 million tourists by 2021, an elite group of government and private organizations from the emirate to be led by Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) will travel to Shanghai to join this year’s edition of the prestigious ITB China taking place from May […]

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The Sharjah FDI Office, (Invest in Sharjah), has reinforced its status as one of the region’s key foreign investment drivers, having been recognised once again as a top ‘Investment Project Agency’ (IPA) in one of the most important and prestigious investment industry awards worldwide. The ‘Mac Conway’ awards, presented as part of ‘Site Selection Magazine’, […]

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This holy month, hop onto a charming red City Sightseeing Sharjah (CSS) as late as 11pm to take a memorable tour around the glorious emirate seeped in the UAE’s rich traditions and heritage. Alongside a daily day service with the first departure at 10am and the last one at 3pm, CSS will be offering nightly […]

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Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—invites families to embrace the spirit of Ramadan by participating in the month-long charity Iftar box decoration session for kids at the City Centres in the Northern Emirates. City Centres Ajman, Sharjah and Fujairah will spread the message […]

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Sharjah Health Authority and Al Zahra Hospital, Sharjah, a leading private healthcare provider in the Emirate signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide Sharjah residents with top quality medical care at discounted rates. The MOU agreement provides 30 percent discounts on various health-related treatments and services, as well as fast track appointments, to UAE […]

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Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA)held its annual ceremony recently at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre under the slogan “Journey to the Top”. The event recognized and honored employees and strategic partners for their outstanding efforts, and celebrated the airport’s significant milestone achievements from the previous year and the first quarter on 2018. The evening’s events […]

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The Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Centre, known as TAHKEEM, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), considered the first of its kind in the Middle East, with the International Court of Arbitration to foster cooperation ties in the field of commercial arbitration and promote coordination on the development of rules and exchanging best practices. The […]

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 The third annual edition of the Sharjah Bridal Fair (SBF) attracted 5,600 visitors throughout the four-day event, an8 percent increase year-on-year, organiser, Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) has announced. Bringing together fashion enthusiasts and influencers, families and aspiring designers, this year the event showcased more international brands of bridal gowns, evening wear, abayas […]

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Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH), a specialised institution that preserves and promotes cultural heritage, will host ‘Yemeni Heritage Week’ from tomorrow, as part of ‘Cultural Heritage Weeks.’ Cultural Heritage Weeks focuses on different cultures from around the world and offers communities in Sharjah and beyond educational activities and seminars. This week, SIH will focus on […]

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Register Online at www.lifestyleexpodubai.com Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Product Exhibition is a brand of signature event so as to promote selected Hong Kong consumer products and their designs.

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The eagerly-awaited Zero 6 mall opens today in Sharjah, heralding the arrival of an exciting new concept in the local retail and leisure scene. Developed by Alef Group, a Sharjah-based, privately-owned provider of consumer lifestyle experiences, the upscale 37,000-square-metre venue gathers an exclusive range of premium dining, leisure and retail experiences together under one roof […]

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Sharjah for Capability Development (SCD) has recently graduated the emirate’s first 17 Kaizen certified professionals, having successfully trained them in the globally acclaimed programme, which focuses on lean management skills and continuous professional improvement. The programme was brought to Sharjah for the first time in cooperation with Kaizen Institute, Japan. It was part of a […]

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After concluding a successful eighth edition of the Pink Caravan breast cancer awareness campaign across the seven emirates of the UAE last month, the non-profit organisation, Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP)has continued their mission to increase attention and support for the awareness, early detection and treatment and palliative care of breast and cervical cancers, through […]

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Sitting on the shores of Khalid Lagoon, not far from Al Majaz Waterfront, there is an architectural gem. It is Al Noor Island, one of the most prominent tourist destinations that combines nature, art and entertainment in a single place, brought to light by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq). With its unique architectural designs that reflect the Zeitgeist, its […]

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Sharjah Bridal Fair (SBF) has announced its 2018 programme, which features a full range of topics designed to prepare brides-to-be for married life, including diet, beauty advice, fashion awards and the first ever panel discussion on how social media can affect a marriage. Organised and hosted by the award-winning Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre […]

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The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) has highlighted the role played by publishers’ associations in advancing the industry and the importance of establishing publishers associations locally, regionally and internationally. In its panel discussion at the 28th edition of Abu Dhabi International Book Fair titled ‘The Importance of Publishers Associations’, the EPA reinforced its ongoing efforts and […]

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Sharjah Holding PJSC, a strategic partnership between Majid Al Futtaim-Properties and Sharjah Asset Management, fulfilled the wishes of residents and students of the emirate’s thriving neighbourhoods with a variety of prizes, from shopping sprees to laptops, at its Matajer malls over the last few weeks. The Matajer malls have enhanced the retail and dining experience […]

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As part of its participation at the 10th Sharjah Children Reading Festival, which concludes today, FUNN, the Sharjah-based entity dedicated to enabling younger generations’ specialised access and training in the world of film and media arts, presented an awe-inspiring collection of films handpicked from around the world to its young audience. A selection of the […]

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Youngsters took part in interactive quiz’s to show how much they knew about saving water and energy. The challenge was held throughout the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival and involved youngsters trying to answer questions on each topic. “We want the children to start thinking about what they already know about sustainability and dispel any misconceptions […]

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It was an intensive five days of learning for the class of the 10th edition of the Sharjah Leadership Program (SLP), who are currently in Singapore and undergoing the practical coaching and mentorship in developing their leadership skills in business. Organised by Sharjah for Capability Development (SCD), one of the UAE’s pioneering initiatives that invests […]

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Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—is making the dreams of shoppers come true this month with free Air Arabia tickets as part of the ‘For the Love of Travel’ initiative at City Centre Sharjah and City Centre Ajman until April 30. The golden […]

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Knowledge without Borders (KwB), a Sharjah-based cultural initiative dedicated to fostering a culture of reading in the Emirati society, is participating with a diverse package of educational events, entertainment activities and workshops, in the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SRCF 2018), which runs until April 28. KwB’s participation aims to elevate its prominence on the local […]

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Children became young fashion designers during a workshop on the fourth day of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival, which runs until April 28 at Expo Centre Sharjah. From dresses and trousers, to tops and skirts, the children, aged eight and above, followed their instructor carefully as they drew their own mannequin with garments.They were then […]

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The ‘Read, Dream, Create’ campaign, an initiative of the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY), has announced the highly anticipated results of its creative writing competition, during its participation at the 10th edition of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF). Launched during the campaign’s participation in the 9th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) in […]

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Children learnt the importance of their imagination when reading a book, during an author and students session on the seventh day of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival, which runs until April 28 at Expo Centre Sharjah. Jen Banyard, an Australian adventure novel author for young readers, started off her session by asking her audience of […]

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Dubai’s growing community of established art buyers and curious bargain hunters are voting with their feet and their wallets at World Art Dubai, as individual artists and galleries alike reported a flurry of opening day sales of paintings, sculptures and mixed medium artworks at the region’s leading accessible and affordable art fair. Artworks including award-winning […]

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Jazz at the Island 2018, the two-day vibrant jazz festival taking place at Al Noor Island in Sharjah, debuts today (Friday) featuring the soul-music melodies of the famous Franco-Moroccan singer and actress Hindi Zahra, and the international tunes of the world-famous “Salha & the Million Dollar Band”, as confirmed by the organisers. Taking place this […]

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Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—is giving shoppers a chance to win their dream vacation this year with free Air Arabia tickets as part of the ‘For the Love of Travel’ initiative at City Centre Sharjah and City Centre Ajman until April 30. If […]

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FUNN, the Sharjah-based organisation dedicated to engaging younger generations in media arts, organised a training camp on filmmaking as part of its Spring Programme, in collaboration with Sharjah Youth, with a view to brushing up cinematic talents of children and young people. The training camp, held at the Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club, featured several […]

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A total 355 artworks will be showcased at the popular Sharjah Children’s Books Illustrations Exhibition, held as part of the 10th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), which will be inaugurated this Wednesday (April 18) at Expo Centre Sharjah. This will be the seventh edition of the Sharjah Children’s Books Illustrations Exhibition, which […]

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While governments have the responsibility of keeping themselves and their citizens connected inwards and outwards, the public must also be mindful of their internet use and question their objectives.Dr. Fahim Kibria, CEO of Kotler Impact, led conversations of how governments can establish a “people-focused” communication model, allowing both sides to develop a communication framework that […]

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The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), one of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment’s (NAMA) entities, sponsored four of its members to showcase their startup businesses at STEP 2018, one the region’s most experiential entrepreneur events. With a focus on technology, the business owners at the STEP Start Conference highlighted the latest innovations in their products and […]

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Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premiere leisure, tourist and family destination, is to host the ‘Culture without Boundaries’ concert, featuring International Festival-Competition (KALINKA). The event will be showing spectacular cross-cultural performances as Russia and Kazakhstan combine their talents in a dazzling display of music and dance on Friday March 30. Building on its ever-increasing efforts to bring […]

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The Sharjah Museums Authority has collaborated with the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia to host an exhibition of modern Arabic calligraphy taking place later this month. ‘Beyond the Letter: Modern Arabic Calligraphy from the collection of the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia’ features a stunning selection of 27 works of calligraphy chosen from their collection. The show, […]

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The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has reopened the Al Hafiya Picnic Park in Kalba after completion of periodic maintenance works there. The park is set within the picturesque surroundings of the Kalba Eco-Tourism Project – one of the largest eco-tourism projects in UAE and the region. Once again, visitors to the park will […]

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Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—is inviting shoppers to keep their stress at bay by getting involved in a fun and truly immersive digital gaming experience at City Centre Sharjah this month from March 13 – 31. As the mall’s AED 260 million […]

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As part of its ongoing mission to empower girls and broaden their cultural horizons, Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah, a subsidiary of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators, has hosted prominent Emirati poet Sheikh Majid Al Khateri, who shared many of his life experiences and recited a number of his most […]

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Since 2011, the Pink Caravan Ride, an annual nationwide initiative by the Friends of Cancer Patients (FoCP), has been traveling across the UAE to spread breast cancer awareness. One of the campaign’s central objectives is to heighten people’s understanding about the importance of early detection as key to making 98 percent malignancies of the breast […]

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In keeping with its dedication to promoting awareness about the importance of regular exercise and the role of sports in enhancing physical and emotional health and wellbeing, Sharjah Ladies Club Branches (SLCB) organised the Sharjah Colour Run on Friday (23 February), at Al Bataeh Ladies Park in Sharjah. The event witnessed a remarkable turnout of […]

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The Child Safety Campaign (CSC), a subsidiary of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah (SCFA), has begun to implement the first phase of two studies that seek to measure parents’ awareness on children’s vehicle safety and cyber security, in cooperation with the Sharjah Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD). The two surveys […]

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Opportunity for lucky shoppers to win AED 10,000 and AED 5,000 daily from 15 – 24 February 2018 City Centre Deira Chinese performances across the mall with multiple lion and ribbon dances to spread good fortune, acrobalance, and a show stopping drumming act Date: 15-21 February Timings: 5:15PM, 6:30PM, 8:00PM, and 9:15PM Spend and win: Shoppers who […]

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In keeping with its constant efforts to provide tourists and residents with prime opportunities to see Sharjah’s most impressive cultural features and events, two new routes have been added to City Sightseeing Sharjah during the eighth edition of the Sharjah Light Festival, which runs from February 7-17, 2018. The hop-on, hop-off office service, launched by […]

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Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has announced the details of the 8th edition of the Sharjah Light Festival, which will be held with the participation of an exciting lineup of top internationally renowned artists during its 11-day run, in 18 locations under the theme “Culture in Sharjah” from February 7 to the 17th,2018. […]

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Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail, entertainment and leisure destination, is proud to be displaying the world’s largest gold ring, Najmat Taiba (Star of Taiba), for the pleasure of its discerning visitors. Customers at the mall will enjoy an exclusive opportunity to view the USD 3 million masterpiece as it becomes Sharjah’s star attraction this month. […]

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The opening ceremony of the fourth edition of the Arab Women Sports Tournament (AWST 2018), organised by Sharjah Women Sports Foundation (SWSF) and taking place February 2-12, will host a number of elite Arab officials and sports personalities. The participation of the special guests is in alignment with SWSF’s strategy to promote Sharjah’s expertise in […]

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 Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club (SG&SC), is once again giving golfers from across the region a once in a lifetime opportunity to qualify for a place in the Sharjah Senior Golf Masters presented by Shurooq where the winners will tee off with golfing legends in the second edition of the Staysure Tour event, taking place […]

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The fifth edition of Sharjah World Music Festival (SWMF 2018) is continuing to take audience on a heartwarming journey into the wonderfully diverse world of music, with leading musicians from the Arab and western worldslending a distinct flavourto each concert evening. Visitors to Al Qasba were treated to an electric blend of musical traditions performed […]

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A spectacular Andalusian performance by one the world’s most talented contemporary flamenco artists yesterday (Saturday) showed why the Sharjah World Music Festival (SWMF) is becoming a lynchpin in the emirate’s – and the UAE’s – international cultural calendar. On the opening night of the fifth edition of SWMF, presented by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority […]

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Al Badayer Desert is all set to become a roaring arena today as it hosts the second edition of the highly-anticipated Sharjah Sports Desert Festival (SSDF 2018), promising desert motorsport enthusiasts non-stop adrenaline pumping, dune bashing action. Themed ‘Become a Desert Hero,’ the emirate’s most popular and exciting off-road competition is being held under the […]

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Sharjah World Music Festival 2018 (SWMF), presented by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in a strategic partnership with Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) and Al Majaz Amphitheatre, and organised by Furat Qaddouri Music Centre, has announced a magical evening of classical music and jazz on January 18, 2018, at The Flag Island […]

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Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC) is seeing a huge turnout of kids at their recently launched children’s winter programme at three of SLC’s facilities, BasateenPreschool Centre, Collage Talent Centre and Sports Complex. Recreating the magic of a winter wonderland, the camp themed ‘Cold Days, Heart-warming Joy’, will offer an exciting variety of entertainment and educational activities […]

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All the year-end retail traffic is set to get diverted to Sharjah as a first-of-its-kind winter clearance fair opens today at Expo Centre Sharjah. Organised by Liz Exhibitions, Winter Clearance Sale 2017 will bring together leading retailers in the country at a single place to offer the biggest bargains and the finest shopping experience to […]

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The Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has rolled out an unbeatable value-added offer for travellers who make their bookings directly with the hotel through, telephone booking. Launching the exclusive ‘Book Direct and Get More’ promotion, Mr. Haytham Aziz, Hotel Manager, Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, stated, “We are delighted to offer our guests greater value with a […]

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The Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has launched a new ‘Dine-around Menu’ that gives diners a choice to dine around both Casa Samak Seafood Restaurant and Al Dente Italian Restaurant. This offer is valid for in-house guests only who can enjoy a delicious set menu for dinner at the two restaurants. Mr. Haytham Aziz, General Manager […]

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Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail, dining, entertainment and leisure destination, is giving its customers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win an ultra-luxurious McLaren 540C and a trip to Surrey, England to visit the McLaren Production Centre or shopping sprees from Rodeo Drive worth AED 100,000.The promotion entitled: Power Meets Style will run from 14th December 2017 […]

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Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, the Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) in partnership with Sharjah International Marine Sports Club launched the qualifications round of the UIM F1H2O World Championship. Eight teams turn up the heat at Sharjah’s Khalid […]

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Technology is one many sectors that has been more accepting of men than their counterparts. With digital innovations taking the lead in economy, education and society globally, this reality needs to change and become more inclusive. The Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2017) brought together leaders and role models in the field of technology […]

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On Wednesday, 29 November, the staff at the Sharjah Department of eGovernment (DeG) got together at their headquarters in Sharjah to mark the 46th year of the UAE’s Union. Grand celebrations featuring cultural and recreational activities provided DeG’s employees with a golden opportunity to express their love, appreciation and patriotic spirit for their beloved nation. Present during the celebration were Sheikh Khalid bin Ahmed […]

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Since its launch last year, the Sharjah International Photography Festival, Xposure, has been a major influence in disseminating the best of world photography, and played the role of a springboard for contemporary creative talents in photography in the UAE and the larger Arab region. The second edition of Xposure has been even more successful in […]

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“There is no image without a story”, said the world acclaimed street photographer Vineet Vohra, addressing a room full of aspiring street photographers in a jam-packed workshop titled ‘How To Street’ at Xposure 2017. The Delhi-based photographer was hosting a workshop on intricacies of Street Photography at the International Photography Festival held at Sharjah Expo […]

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An auditorium full of photography enthusiasts immersed in a journey of cultural and spiritual heritage of India, as photographers from PhotoWalk Dubai displayed their breathtaking work at Xposure 2017. The second edition of the International Festival of Photography saw an exemplary display of India’s geographic and cultural landscapes during a session titled ‘We Connect’ by […]

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Surrounded by lifelike images of animal poaching and the horrors of global refugee crisis, celebrity photographer Lorenzo Agius’ exhibition at the Sharjah International Photography Festival, Xposure 2017, allows one a few moments of quiet with some of Hollywood’s biggest heartthrobs. If you remember the iconic images of Ewan McGregor and cast for the “Trainspotting” ad […]

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If you thought photography is only about nature, fashion and cameras, Sharjah’s International Photography Festival, Xposure 2017, can make you think again. Going beyond traditional definitions, the International Festival of Photography, being held at Expo Centre Sharjah, is addressing new and unconventional sides of this art for aspiring and professional photographers. Featuring 25 seminars, lectures […]

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Sony Middle East and Africa today announced an impressive addition to their full-frame mirrorless camera line-up, the α7R III (model ILCE-7RM3) at the second edition of the prestigious Xposure International Photography Festival that is underway at the Sharjah Expo Centre from 22-25 November 2017. The company also unveiled new additions to its flagship cameras including […]

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One of the most important works launched and being exhibited at Xposure 2017 is the ‘Faces of Sharjah’ by award-winning photographer Muhammed Muheisen. The 12-image collection remained the centre of attraction during the first day of the International Photography Festival organised by Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) running at the Expo Centre Sharjah. Muhammed Muheisen, […]

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Aspiring and emerging photographers who participated in Rick Friedman’s “Location Lighting” workshop, embarked on a journey of experiential insights for mastering the art of photography in a diverse lighting atmosphere. The workshop, which kicked off during the first day of Xposure 2017, the International Photography Festival organised by Sharjah Government Media Bureau from Nov 22-25 […]

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The ‘NAMA Women Advancement Establishment’ and the New York-based ‘Women Investing in Women Digital’ are calling on women entrepreneurs to participate in the first edition of the ‘Women Economic Empowerment Global Summit’ (WEEGS), where they can connect with investors to expand their businesses. The event, organised by NAMA in collaboration with UN Women, will take […]

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In keeping with its dedication to supporting, empowering and stimulating young entrepreneurs to establish their businesses, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa) has announced that it will be organising the ‘Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival’ (SEF) on 21-22 November 2017 at the Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club. Themed ‘Recharge Your Entrepreneurial Spirit’, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival is the […]

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Having fun and celebrating life was the order of the day at the UAE Relay for Life 24-hour walkathon, the first ever event to be held in the MENA region. Commencing 4pm on Friday and running overnight until the same time yesterday, the serious business of raising awareness and funds for the fight against cancer […]

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The Sharjah 2017 Stamp Exhibition, organized by Emirates Philatelic Association in cooperation with Mega Mall Sharjah which opens on Tuesday morning, will take place at Mega Mall from November 14th to 18th. A wide range of collectors, hobbyists and vendors of stamps, coins and paper currencies are expected to participate in the exhibition. The exhibition […]

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Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) concluded on a record-breaking note on Saturday, with the 36th edition of the world’s third largest book fair attracting 2.38 million visitors over its 11-day run at Expo Centre Sharjah. The figure compares to the 2.31 million visitors that attended last year. SIBF 2017 featured more than 2,600 events and […]

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Kalimat, an imprint of Kalimat Group dedicated to publishing Arabic books, takes young readers on a unique adventure through a series of new books that celebrated the brilliance of differently-abled children, who turned challenges into opportunities and did not let obstacles, big or small, dampen their zest for life. In a collection of five stories, […]

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Like a mother gathering her children to read bedtime stories, Lebanese writer Fatima Sharafeddine sparked the imaginations of captivated youngsters as she read aloud at the Kalimat Group’s pavilion during Sharjah International Book Fair. With tales about parts of the body, Fatima read from her picture books, ‘My legs’, ‘My Eyes’ ‘My Ears’ and ‘My […]

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Hema Malini, famous Bollywood superstar, addressed an overflowing hall of fans at Sharjah International Book Fair 2017 during. Appearing alongside the veteran actress to discuss her latest biography ‘Beyond the Dream Girl,’ was its author Ram Kamal Mukherjee, with the two taking time to conduct a question and answer session with the audience. The discussion […]

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As photography takes a leading role in telling some of the most inspiring and powerful stories around the world, Xposure, Sharjah’s first international photography festival, is to use its world-leading photography platform to bring award-winning photographers from around the world to share their inspiring stories on global environmental issues. The upcoming edition of the festival, […]

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The Sharjah Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD) is at the 36th Sharjah International Book Fair, and is attracting a lot more attention than the average census generators in town with snazzy robots and other interactive digital technologies. In a bid to sensitise the UAE community about their role in community development and welfare […]

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Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), the third largest book fair in the world, kicks-off tomorrow (Wednesday) with a vast range of literary celebrities and publishers sharing the stage with more than 1.5 million books with the participation of 393 guests from 48 countries taking part in more than 2,600 events. Held under the patronage of […]

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With its inspiring architecture, its array of facilities and its high-end services, Al Qasba has continued to maintain its position as one of Sharjah’s premier leisure and family destinations. The popular attraction offers a unique opportunity for visitors to enjoy an exceptional entertainment experience throughout the year. Located near to Khalid Lagoon, which provides easy […]

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The much awaited Apple Pay made its debut today in UAE. Six local banks – Emirates NBD, Mashreq, RAKBank, Emirates Islamic, HSBC and Standard Chartered are the first to offer Apple Pay in UAE, supported by Visa and MasterCard. Recent research reveals that card spending has increased substantially in the last couple of years and […]

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The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), one of the most ambitious environmental tourism developers in the Middle East, will be announcing exclusive updates regarding its business management and project expansion during World Travel Market London 2017 being held from 6-8 November. Shurooq, which has helped to drive the region’s luxury eco-tourism industry and attract […]

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In conjunction with the Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is celebrated in October every year, the Sharjah Ladies Club Branches (SLCB) launched a breast cancer awareness programme, featuring an array of seminars, training workshops, sports activities and special membership offers, at Wadi Al Helo, AL Dhaid, Mleiha, Kalba and Dibba Al Hisn. The programme, which […]

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One of the UAE’s strongest advocates of the Arabic children’s book industry, Kalimat Group, the Sharjah-based publisher of Arabic books, did not miss the opportunity to bring books and young readers together once again at the Sharjah International Children’s Film Festival 2017. With a beautiful book stand and a reading space for children at the […]

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The fifth anniversary celebrations of the Sharjah International Children’s Film Festival (SICFF 2017) commenced last evening with a five-tier cinema-themed chocolate cake, a large turnout of young film enthusiasts, animation’s favourite characters, social media influencers, and Hollywood’s wonder boy, Jacob Tremblay. Organised on the last day of the film festival, the colourful celebrations made a […]

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