WASHINGTON, D.C.: Foreign visitor numbers to the United States dropped by 12% in March, marking the sharpest decline in inbound travel since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The figures show a concerning slowdown in international arrivals, with key neighbouring markets seeing the steepest declines. […]
DUBAI: Dubai AI Week has officially kicked off, bringing together over 10,000 participants from 100+ countries to shape the future of artificial intelligence. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, declared that AI is the foundation of Dubai’s future, calling it essential to every sector—from governance to education to the […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE has officially barred non-citizens from using the Emirati dialect in media appearances, introducing a new policy aimed at preserving the nation’s linguistic identity. The Federal National Council approved the move following recommendations focused on safeguarding the Emirati dialect from misuse or misrepresentation. From now on, only Emirati nationals will be allowed […]
SHARJAH: The spotlight will shine on Indian culture once again as Sharjah prepares to host the seventh edition of Come On Kerala, the largest Indian trade and cultural fair in the Middle East, from May 9 to 11. The event will take place at Expo Centre Sharjah, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE Year Of initiative marks a major milestone in 2025, celebrating 10 years of inspiring national action, shared values, and social impact. This year’s theme—Year of Community—highlights the power of collaboration in shaping a more inclusive and united nation. Launched in 2015, the UAE Year Of initiative has used annual themes to […]
DUBAI: The world of artificial intelligence is coming to Dubai AI Week, where over 10,000 AI experts from 100 countries will gather from April 21 to 25. One of the headline attractions? A massive $272,000 prize up for grabs at the Global Prompt Engineering Championship, part of a week-long celebration of AI innovation, collaboration, and […]
The strategic collaboration brings next-gen AI pathology tools to the region, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and access to advanced cancer care Abu Dhabi: Burjeel Holdings, a leading super-specialty healthcare provider in the MENA region, has announced a strategic partnership with Paige, a US-based leader in next-generation AI technology. The collaboration aims to enhance access to advanced […]
SHARJAH: The Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival 2025 (SCRF) is back for its 16th edition, welcoming authors and illustrators from 17 Arab countries — all set to inspire young minds from April 23 to May 4 at Expo Centre Sharjah. Under the theme ‘Dive Into Books’, this year’s festival brings together 43 celebrated storytellers, including writers, […]
SHARJAH: The 40th annual exhibition of Emirates Fine Arts Society (EFAS) was officially unveiled at the Sharjah Art Museum on Tuesday evening by Sheikh Salem bin Abdulrahman Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Ruler’s Office, kicking off a major cultural celebration for the emirate. This landmark exhibition, which is a staple on Sharjah’s cultural calendar, brings […]
Daveed- Directed by Govind Vishnu, ‘Daveed’ stars Antony Varghese Pepe, Lijomol Jose, and Saiju Kurup; it will be exclusively available to stream on ZEE5 Global on April 18! Global: ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, is bringing the high-energy Malayalam sports drama Daveed to your screens with its exclusive digital […]
Explore Emirati child artists at MRK Contemporary’s World Art Dubai booth, where young talents redefine creative expression and culture. Dubai: MRK Contemporary Art Gallery, established in 2022 to promote local creativity, is shining a spotlight on Emirati child artists at World Art Dubai (WAD). The gallery’s curated showcase aligns with its vision: Emirati Art in […]
