ABU DHABI: Sandooq Al Watan’s third summer programmes are set to launch tomorrow, running until 31 July, with an expected participation of 50,000 school and university students from across the emirates. The release made by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of Sandooq Al Watan, highlights the scale […]
Dharamshala: The Dalai Lama has confirmed that the centuries-old spiritual lineage of Tibetan Buddhism will continue after his death, with a successor to be chosen according to traditional religious practices. Addressing followers during a religious event, the 89-year-old leader said the selection will be overseen by the Gaden Phodrang Trust—the institution he founded—without any interference […]
LOS ANGELES: In a proud moment for Indian cinema, Deepika Padukone has been named among the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026, becoming the first Indian actress to receive the prestigious honour. The announcement was made on June 20 during a live press conference at Ovation Hollywood by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. Selected […]
MADRID: The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) marked a significant milestone with its debut participation at Readmagine 2025, becoming the first Arab city to feature in one of Europe’s key publishing innovation platforms. Held in Madrid and organised by the Germán Sánchez Ruipérez Foundation (FGSR), the event reaffirmed Sharjah’s position as a global hub for publishing […]
The 19th edition of the Sony World Photography Awards is now open for entries — and it’s completely free to enter at worldphoto.org LONDON: The Sony World Photography Awards is a definitive platform for the celebration and discovery of contemporary photography. Since its first edition in 2007, the Awards has recognised the seminal images and […]
DUBAI: The Museum of the Future is offering an exceptional experience this Eid Al Adha, unveiling a special line-up of engaging and interactive events tailored for families and children of all ages. The holiday programme is designed to blend entertainment with innovation, making it a must-visit destination during the festive season. A highlight of the […]
Chinese discovery of Levantine beads in Xinjiang reveals early signs of trade before the Silk Road. BEIJING: Chinese archaeologists have found new evidence that trade between East and West started long before the official Silk Road routes were created. This discovery, announced by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), suggests that pre-Silk Road trade […]
ROME: The Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) has finished its international exhibition, “From Sharjah to Rome via the Spice Route”, at the historic Curia Julia inside the Colosseum Archaeological Park in Rome. The event, which ran from February to May 2025, welcomed more than 600,000 visitors from around the world. The Sharjah archaeological exhibition showed how […]
DUBAI: The Zayed International Foundation for the Environment has officially opened its 2025 Environmental Art Exhibition under the theme “Art and the Environment – A Sustainable Impact on Humanity and Earth.” Held at the Historica Auction Hall in Oud Metha, the exhibition runs until 31 May and showcases creative interpretations of environmental issues. More than […]
MOSCOW: The United Arab Emirates is showcasing its rich craft heritage for the first time at the sixth edition of Moscow Interior and Design Week, held at the Central Exhibition Hall (Manège) from May 21 to May 25. This major international event features more than 1,100 companies from Russia and around the world, specialising in […]
Canon has opened entries for the 2025 edition of its annual Video Grant – Short Film Documentary, offering a €8,000 grant to support the creation of a short documentary project. The award recognises emerging talent in global documentary filmmaking, encouraging powerful storytelling through visual journalism. First launched in 2020, the Canon Video Grant was created […]
