DUBAI: As part of World Calligraphy Day celebrations, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library is organizing a discussion panel on “Arabic Calligraphy: Between Creativity and Innovation.” This session aligns with the Library’s strategy to promote cultural and artistic awareness and will be held at 7 PM on Monday, August 12, featuring leading calligraphy specialists. Moderated by […]
DUBAI: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has launched the Open-Call for the 13th edition of the Sikka Art & Design Festival, which will be held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture, from 31st January to 9th February 2025 at Al Shindagha Historic […]
ABU DHABI: The number of tourists who visited Qasr Al Watan Library in the first half of 2024 rose to nearly 270,000, up from the 185,000 visitors recorded in the same period last year, marking a growth rate of 46 percent. The library, which is affiliated with the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), is […]
DUBAI: Dr. Sultan bin Saif Al Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth Affairs, highlighted the importance of connecting with students studying abroad and introducing initiatives to improve their skills. This aims to create a supportive educational environment that encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing. His comments were made during the “Emirati Students in Australia” session, organised […]
An owl caused quite a commotion at a wedding by swooping off with the rings and then refusing to return for a staggering seven hours. The drama unfolded on July 20 at Kirkstall Abbey in England, where artist Callum Russel, 29, was attending a convention. The owl, supposed to be the ring bearer, decided to […]
CAIRO: If you really want to journey back in time, Egypt is the place to go. Besides the famous Great Pyramids, Egypt is filled with ancient marvels like the fascinating Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara. This pyramid is known as the oldest engineered stone structure in the world. It was built during the reign […]
Do you miss the iconic games from the 80s and 90s? The good news is that you can now enjoy these retro favourites on your Android and iOS smartphones! Super MarioSuper Mario has captivated gamers since its debut in 1985. Its enduring popularity continues to inspire new generations of players worldwide. Developed by Nintendo, it […]
ABU DHABI: Rev. Prof. Dr. Jerry Pillay, the Secretary-General of the World Council of Churches (WCC), recently sent a big congratulations to the Muslim Council of Elders and its Chairman, His Eminence Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, on their tenth anniversary. Rev. Pillay pointed out how the Muslim Council of Elders has […]
We’ve all been there: staring at the scale, vowing to invest in a gym membership, only to find our sneakers nestled like long-forgotten relics under the bed. The pursuit of self-improvement is often depicted as a Herculean task, requiring unyielding willpower and monk-like discipline. That is the journey that James Clear takes you on in […]
Jacob & Co. has launched a new limited-edition watch called the Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir Watch, made in collaboration with Indian retailer Ethos. This luxury timepiece is priced at ₹34 lakh (about $41,000) and is part of the Epic X Skeleton series. The watch celebrates a special event, the consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in […]
DUBAI: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Library has planned a variety of cultural, educational, and art events this August. These activities include workshops, lectures, and seminars suitable for visitors of all ages and interests, aiming to enrich cultural and knowledge experiences. The events kick off with a session by Dr. Baraa Dhahir on ‘The Impact of […]
