UAE nurse recognition event by Burjeel Holdings gifts 10 nurses brand-new SUVs, Toyota RAV4, to honour excellence and dedication in healthcare before International Nurses Day, May 12th, 2025. Abu Dhabi: In a moving gesture ahead of International Nurses Day, UAE nurse recognition reached new heights as ten dedicated nurses from Burjeel Holdings were surprised with […]
ABU DHABI: Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the new Pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. He becomes the first pope to be born in the United States and also holds Peruvian citizenship, reflecting his long service in Latin America. The election was concluded on the second day of the papal conclave, […]
In a powerful final gesture, Pope Francis’ iconic popemobile is being transformed into a mobile health unit for Gaza’s children—fulfilling his last wish to support those he stood beside in solidarity, especially in his final years, Vatican News confirmed. The humanitarian initiative has been entrusted to Caritas Jerusalem, a Catholic relief agency with a long-standing […]
DUBAI: The Humanthropy 2025 Awards spotlighted UAE excellence in humanitarian service, with several local organisations and leaders among the top honourees at DIHAD’s 21st edition. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the event affirmed the country’s rising global impact. With 137 nominations from 42 countries, the Humanthropy 2025 […]
ABU DHABI: The Muslim Council of Elders spotlighted Muslim Unity Dialogue at the 34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair through a seminar titled “Intra-Islamic Dialogue: One Nation and One Shared Destiny.” Dr. Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Al-Haddad, Senior Mufti and Council member, led the session, emphasising the urgent need for Muslim unity. At the start, Dr. […]
DUBAI: In a major push to improve the lives of underprivileged children, the Emirates Airline Foundation has announced it will match every donation made—regardless of currency—up to a total of US$10,000. This initiative effectively doubles the impact of every contribution, helping children in need across the globe. The foundation, which already supports 13 community organisations […]
RABAT: The Kalimat Foundation extended its humanitarian outreach to Morocco in 2024, gifting 600 books to children across multiple cities as part of its global effort to promote literacy in underserved communities. Timed with the 30th Rabat International Publishing and Book Fair, the Foundation’s visit was headlined by its flagship “Pledge a Library” initiative. This […]
PARIS: The global aid decline in 2024 marked a turning point after five consecutive years of growth, according to new figures from the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). International aid from official donors fell by 7.1% in real terms compared to 2023, totalling USD 212.1 billion. This dip was mainly due to reduced […]
Jordan: His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Humanitarian Envoy of The Big Heart Foundation, emphasised that responding to the escalating humanitarian crisis facing Palestinians—particularly in the Gaza Strip—requires a united mobilisation of resources to implement sustainable development projects. These must target sectors such as healthcare, education, […]
DUBAI: The Fathers’ Endowment campaign has shattered expectations, raising AED 3.72 billion—double its target—in less than a month. With over 277,000 contributors, this initiative, launched on February 21 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is a landmark effort to honour fathers while funding sustainable healthcare for the less fortunate. His Highness celebrated […]
DUBAI: In a heartwarming move ahead of Eid Al-Fitr, Dubai Rental Disputes Center, with help from the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian & Charity Est., has freed 86 inmates who were jailed over unpaid rent. More than AED 6.8 million in outstanding claims were settled, giving these individuals a fresh start and easing the […]
