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 […]
SHARJAH: Sharjah Media City (Shams) is hosting the Shams eSports Championship from 23-25 August 2024 at the Shams Business Centre. The event is part of Shams’ efforts to boost eSports in Sharjah and the UAE. The three-day championship, held in collaboration with Sharjah Summer Promotions, will feature FIFA 24 on the first day, Tekken 8 […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) has confirmed full readiness for the 2024-2025 academic year, with schools set to reopen on 26th August 2024. This follows thorough preparation by MoE teams to ensure a smooth start to the year. During a press briefing, Minister of Education Sarah Al Amiri highlighted proactive measures taken […]
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 […]
Teachers from 57 nationalities joining GEMS for Academic Year 24-25 World’s largest education group is expanding to 44 schools in the UAE Theme of GEMS Awareness Day is focused on teachers’ wellbeing DUBAI: GEMS Education today welcomed more than 1,850 new teachers from 57 nationalities to its family at its annual GEMS Awareness Day, with […]
ABU DHABI: Experience Abu Dhabi, the destination brand of the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), today launched its new campaign to discover the rich history, attractions and enticing hidden gems of the Living Oasis city, Al Ain. The “Al Ain: A Living Oasis” four-part documentary-style campaign takes viewers to the […]
DUBAI: A recent report by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) highlights significant growth in Dubai’s health tourism sector in 2023. The report shows a surge in international medical tourists, with over 691,000 visitors spending more than AED 1.03 billion on healthcare services, up from 674,000 tourists and AED 992 million in 2022. This growth reflects […]
Dubai: Change is something a big majority of us will naturally resist, whether we are adults or children. Our minds are wired to seek comfort in the familiar, and any deviation from that comfort can be perceived as a threat. This is especially true for children, who naturally thrive in stability and familiarity. While adults […]
IGCF 2024 will host Bear Grylls, the mountaineer and explorer who transitioned from a life of adventure to entrepreneurship and humanitarian work. Maya Ghazal is the world’s first female Syrian refugee pilot, UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, and recipient of the Princess Diana Award. Zachery Dereniowski: The inspirational figure who turned social media into platforms for spreading […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed 20 out of a planned 40 air-conditioned rest areas for delivery riders across the Emirate. This initiative aims to improve road safety, enhance the well-being of delivery riders, and reduce road incidents by providing comfortable waiting areas for riders between deliveries. By offering these facilities, RTA […]
ABU DHABI: The 21st edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2024 is set to take place from 31st August to 8th September at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi which will also showcase Emirati heritage and fishing traditions. The event is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin […]
