Art & Culture

Saudi Arabia starts ‘Film Deposit’ to preserve its cinematic heritage

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has launched the “Film Deposit” initiative through the National Film Archive, aiming to preserve the Kingdom’s cinematic heritage for future generations. The initiative, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), was announced by the Saudi Film Commission, which emphasised the importance of collecting and safeguarding Saudi films from various sources, including […]

Sharjah Ruler approves 3,578 scholarships for students

SHARJAH: H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved 3,578 scholarships for students from the emirate of Sharjah and the children of female citizens of the emirate, to pursue various undergraduate programs at universities within Sharjah. Of these, 1,818 scholarships were granted to the University of […]

Abu Dhabi Book Fair extended to 10 days for 2025

ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) will be extended to 10 days starting in 2025, running from 26th April to 5th May. The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) made this decision to boost cultural exchange and innovation in publishing. This extension will offer more opportunities for local and Arab authors to […]

Mark Zuckerberg gets Daniel Arsham to create a statue of his wife for his backyard

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has commissioned renowned New York sculptor Daniel Arsham to create a statue of his wife, Dr Priscilla Chan, for their backyard. This gesture mirrors the Roman tradition of immortalising loved ones in stone, showcasing Zuckerberg’s appreciation for historical customs. Arsham, celebrated for his futuristic sculptures that resemble unearthed artifacts, has crafted […]

Indians in UAE celebrate 78th Indian Independence Day

DUBAI: (UPDATED) On August 15, the UAE joined in celebrating Indian Independence Day, a significant occasion marking India’s journey to freedom. The Indian community, along with locals and expatriates, came together for a day of joy and pride. The celebrations began with flag-raising ceremonies in cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The Indian flag was […]

Subscribe to The Brew Newsletter

Don’t miss new updates from us

SUBSCRIBE FOR BREAKING NEWS