Astronaut Sunita William praised the UAE’s space programme and its efforts in organizing COP28 Sharjah: “Whatever you want to do in life, first get to the starting line, remember what you learnt in kindergarten, and stop to take a look at the foliage,” said celebrated Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams to the UAE’s schoolchildren about the […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) intends to construct 40 air-conditioned rest areas for delivery riders in key areas across Dubai. The initiative aims to enhance road safety, foster wellbeing and reduce the risks of road accidents. By providing these facilities, RTA seeks to offer comfortable amenities to delivery riders while waiting for new orders, […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police General Headquarters joined hands in outreach and law-enforcement campaigns to raise public awareness and provide educational guidance for bicycle and e-scooter riders. The campaign employed various channels, including direct field visits and guidance ads in the media and social networks. The authorities are committed to disseminating […]
AlUla, KSA – The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has announced that the archeological excavation teams at the Qurh site in AlUla Governorate have found a hand axe dating back to the Paleolithic Age, estimated to be more than 200,000 years old. It is a strong tool, made of soft basalt stone 51.3 cm long, […]
Continental, a leading force in tire and technology innovation, is poised to reinvigorate discarded tires into potent symbols of human trust through a unique exhibit called the ‘Circle of Trust.’ This exceptional installation will be featured at this year’s Dubai Design Week, running from November 7th to 12th. In line with their dedication to sustainability […]
Treat for Harry Potter’s fans, you can get books signed by JK Rowling at Sharjah International Book Fair 2023 Sharjah: A rare first edition of a Harry Potter book signed by author JK Rowling is turning heads for its novelty factor and a five-figure sticker price at the ongoing 12-day Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) […]
Sharjah: The legacy of the Portuguese in early overseas exploration is legendary, with explorers like Vasco da Gama, Ferdinand Magellan and Duarte Barbosa making the arduous journey on open seas from the Atlantic coast to exotic locales in the Indian Ocean. That the Gulf region was an important trading halt on these voyages to India […]
Top international author of Surrounded by Fame offers fans an analytical understanding of human behaviour at Sharjah International Book Fair Sharjah: Globally acclaimed author and public speaker Thomas Erikson gave his fans an intriguing understanding of human behaviour and what sets one apart from the other during an engaging Q&A session at the 42ndSharjah International […]
The autobiography of businessman Joy Alukkas was released at a high-octane event attended by officials, business associates, employees and family. Sharjah: “I have had long-standing relations with a lot of my brands but Joy Alukkas is definitely one of the longest I have had,” said one of Bollywood’s leading actors Kajol Devgan, at the launch […]
Sharjah: A prominent figure in the international start-up ecosystem, Ankur Warikoo, is renowned for his profound influence on aspiring entrepreneurs, and he was at the ongoing Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2023) to inspire and encourage the UAE’s vibrant community of aspiring founders. At an enlightening discussion, moderated by Reema Mahajan Gupta, founder of Indian […]
Bodour Al Qasimi: The grant supports the publishing industry and enriches Sharjah libraries with new and diverse content Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has allocated AED 4.5 million for the acquisition of the latest publications presented by 2033 Arab and international publishers during […]
