Young readers in the UAE now have an exciting new opportunity to get together, read, discuss their ideas, and exchange notes about the latest book they’ve read – thanks to the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY)’s literary initiative, the ‘Read Dream Create’ Book Club. The ‘Read, Dream, Create’ Book Club was launched […]

Skilled professionals have brought their years of experience in detective work at the ongoing Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2019), to present an authentic, challenging and enjoyable crime scene investigation-themed workshop. The detective project offered forensic science-based events that explored the way in which crime is investigated in the 21st century. Employing real forensic investigation […]

Welcome, readers, to the imaginative brain of Omar! The combination of author Zanib Mian’s hilarious text and Nasaya Mafaridik’s fantastic cartoon-style illustrations make the Planet Omar series perfect for fans of Tom Gates or Diarry of a Wimpy Kid. To the utter pleasure of her young fans, the children’s writer stopped by at the Sharjah Children’s […]

Chef Lara Starr, author of The Star Wars Cookbook fame showed her audiences at the 11th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) a truly fantastic recipe that’s the favourite of every child, Ice Cream Brownie Treat Candy, Han Solo in Carbonite. With several youngers being Star War fans, the recipe was a great way to get […]

Rice krispies are often one of those favourite snack foods that make childhood memorable. Although, it sometimes cuts the roof of your mouth, but to many it is delicious. Making this cereal killer sweet, even more attractive, was a Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) workshop dedicated to decorating the sweet demon. Children divided in teams […]

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq)’s latest achievements and ongoing efforts to developing the emirate’s tourism sector, and grow its position as one of the key global cities for leading eco-tourism and luxury hospitality projects and experiences, will all be under focus at the upcoming edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM 2019), which comes […]

With the aim of promoting Sharjah’s unique tourism and hospitality offerings before discerning travelers and travel companies from the region and around the world, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) announced its participation for the 22nd consecutive year, at the upcoming edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) to be held from April 28 […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, has unveiled today (Tuesday) the Sharjah World Book Capital 2019 Monument. Developed by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), and commissioned by the Internationally acclaimed UK-based artist, Gerry Judah, the 36.5 meters high sculpture is inspired […]

This Ramadan escape to the peaceful surroundings of Kingfisher Lodge – Sharjah Collection by Mysk and indulge in unique Iftar and Suhour experiences. Treat your family and friends to the finest and most authentic Arabian and international flavours surrounded by peace and serenity. As you savour the tranquillity around you, enjoy a sumptuous spread of […]

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, presided at the inauguration of Al-Iman Mosque at Um Altaraffa Tuesday, which was built at a cost of AED20 million. During the inauguration,the Ruler of Sharjah was briefed about the Mosque’s campus and its facilities. Being built in the Islamic […]