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Sharjah: The Sharjah Art Foundation (SAF) has revealed its initial artist lineup for the sixteenth edition of the Sharjah Biennial (SB16). The exhibition will be curated by Alia Swastika (Director of the Biennale Jogja Foundation, Yogyakarta), Amal Khalaf (Director, Cubitt, London, and Curator at Large, Public Practice, Serpentine Galleries, London), Megan Tamati-Quennell (curator of modern and contemporary Māori and Indigenous art, New Zealand), Natasha Ginwala (Artistic Director, COLOMBOSCOPE, curator and writer, Colombo and Berlin) and Zeynep Öz (independent curator, Istanbul and New York). Additionally, the curators have shared their curatorial frameworks, which engage in conversation with one another and the…

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has started an inspection campaign targeting food establishments across Abu Dhabi in preparation for Eid al-Fitr. The campaign’s goal is to ensure consumer food safety over the Eid holiday season by holding food businesses to the highest standards of health and safety. The campaign, which runs until 10 April 2023, encompasses all food establishments within the food chain, with a particular focus on those experiencing increased demand from consumers during Eid. These include confectionery shops, roasteries, bakeries, sweets and chocolate factories, and popular kitchens. The campaign will verify that…

Dubai: The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has launched the “Guide of Health, Occupational Safety, and the Environment in the Government of Dubai” by the vision of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The Ruler of Dubai remarked that, “Government’s mission is to create conditions conducive for happiness of individuals, and to promote positivity.” The launch of this guide echoes the Department’s unwavering commitment to establishing a safe and healthy work environment, which considers factors such as environmental sustainability, employee satisfaction, and functional well-being. These factors have a…

Abu Dhabi: Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has awarded the winners of the tenth Holy Qur’an Tahbeer and its Sciences Award, focusing on the theme “Year of Sustainability.” Sheikh Saif expressed gratitude to the media experts, partners, and supporters whose efforts made this session a huge success. The Interior Minister expressed his sincere congratulations to the awardees and their families for their outstanding involvement and outstanding work in preserving the Islamic beliefs and values that are represented in the award. His Highness praised the award’s humanitarian goals and…

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has hosted the “Happiness in Family Life” awareness lecture at Mohammed Al Falahi Al Yasi Majlis in Al Marfa, Al Dhafra Region with Majalis Abu Dhabi under the Citizens and Community Affairs Office of the Presidential Court. The lecture is part of the Judicial Department’s “Our Majalis” initiative, which was started in response to directives from His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Deputy Prime Minister, the Chairman of the Presidential Court, and the Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department. The goal of this initiative is to increase legal awareness…

Abu Dhabi: The General Company for Ports of Iraq (GCPI) and AD Ports Group, a prominent worldwide trade, logistics, and industrial facilitator, have signed a preliminary agreement. A joint venture will be formed by the parties to develop Al-Faw Grand Port and its economic zone, as well as any future development, by the conditions of the agreement. In addition, the agreement covers possible investments in, management of, and operations of ports, economic zones, and associated infrastructure in additional Republic of Iraqi cities. The deal was signed by Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Managing Director & Group CEO, AD Ports Group,…

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Keolis MHI, the operator of Dubai Metro and Tram, has unveiled an enhanced schedule for the Dubai Metro Red Line Y junction, the meeting point of three railways. This will remove the requirement for passengers to change trains at Jabal Ali metro station beginning on April 15, 2024. This strategic improvement is a crucial component of RTA’s dedication to raising trip schedules, timeliness, and operational effectiveness while elevating the quality of the travel experience for passengers using public transportation. With the creation of (Y junction) and preservation of punctuality during…

United States: The UAE has announced a new $1.2 million partnership with the United Nations Climate Security Mechanism (CSM). As part of the cooperation, the UAE will contribute $600,000 annually for two years, indicating its commitment to bolstering the UN’s ability to address the interconnections between climate change, peace, and security. The United Arab Emirates is the inaugural Global South contributor to the CSM. Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister for Energy Transition and Sustainability Affairs, said that, “The UAE has consistently sought to address the enormous risks of climate change on the UN Security Council, and through the UAE’s presidency of…

Sharjah: A research team from the American University of Sharjah (AUS) has submitted a preliminary patent to the United States Patent and Trademark Office for a blockchain system they created to enhance the carbon credits trading (CCT) market. Through a marketplace, CCT facilitates the purchase and sale of credits that let businesses or other entities emit a specific quantity of carbon dioxide. Emissions are capped by governments, and corporations that don’t meet those limitations can sell their extra credits to those who do. In the end, CCT helps businesses fight climate change by encouraging them to invest in cleaner technology…

Dubai: Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) with the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The relationship covers several topics, such as training, specialized studies, and research. Its main goals are to promote institutional communication channels, community service projects, and the sharing and improvement of information and skills. Moreover, the partnership aims to create a legal structure that describes the protocols for collaboration between the two organizations in the field of human resource development. Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of DGHR, and Dr. Mansoor Alawar, Chancellor of HBMSU signed the…