Author: News Desk

Sharjah: During the recent Cultural Summit hosted by the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi), Ms. Manal Ataya, Director-General of Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA), emphasized on the significance of museums in fostering Arab artists. In a Ms. Fiammetta Rocco moderated panel discussion, Ms. Ataya underscored museums’ role in promoting Arab artists in their permanent art collections to be available to all their audiences, but predominantly in their increased efforts over the past 25 years in order to make console and necessary help for Arab artists, in particular, to highlight their work and receive the international attention.…

Sharjah: A meeting of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) was recently chaired by H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the SEC which was also attended by  H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Deputy Chairman of the SEC. During the gathering, the SEC examined several matters on its agenda related to the advancement of governmental initiatives in the Emirate of Sharjah and the continuation of other development initiatives. In regards to the executive regulations of Law No. (8) for 2017 on procurement,…

Sharjah: A 2-day Women’s Open Shooting Championship was recently organized by the Sharjah Women’s Sports Club (SWSC) which witnessed participation from 33 shooters of all ages and countries. Hosted at the SWSC’s headquarters in the Emirate, the championship had a large turnout. The event which had a successful conclusion, saw competitors putting up impressive displays when they competed individually. The air rifle competition for the Women’s Open Shooting Championship was held for 10 meters, with the official training taking place on the 1st day. The top three competitors were honored at the conclusion of the competition. Ms. Rahma Al Sayed…

Dubai: The 24th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS) organized by the state-owned utility service provider, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) attracted 47,415 visitors to the event. The event which was organized under the theme ‘At the Forefront of Sustainability,” witnessed the participation of 1,750 companies from 55 countries across the globe. With the involvement of big corporations from the area and around the world, WETEX & DSS underscored the most recent global solutions, technologies, and innovations in energy, water, sustainability, green technologies, renewable and clean energy, green mobility solutions, sustainable development, green…

Dubai: After last year’s special ceremony held at Al Wasl Dome in Expo 2020, the United Nations (UN) in the United Arab Emirates, partnered with the Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra (EYSO) to mark this year’s UN Day in partnership with Dubai Media City, a member of TECOM Group. The office of the UN Resident Coordinator for the UAE has organized a number of outreach events throughout the country to commemorate the United Nation’s 77 years of humanitarian service and to showcase the organization’s continuous strategic partnership with the UAE government for 50+ years. The UN in the UAE also debuted…

Abu Dhabi: The Higher Organising Committee for Global Media Congress (GMC), a one-of-a-kind event uniting the global media industry organized by ADNEC in collaboration with the Emirates News Agency (WAM), has introduced  ‘Global Programme for the Empowerment of Young Media Persons,’ the largest training program of its kind. The program will be organized in tandem with the inaugural Global Media Congress (GMC), which is set to take place from the 15th of November to the 17th. 300 young journalists from around the world will be invited by the UAE’s official news agency to participate in various sessions. Over two dozen programs…

Abu Dhabi: The 10th Edition of the Abu Dhabi Air Expo which will begin in the nation’s capital on November 1, is expected to witness significant participation from general aviation, airlines, airports and airport authorities, civil aviation, aviation technology, cargo, and many more in the field. The operator of five airports in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Airports (AD Airports), will serve as the official host of the Air Expo 2022. This year’s event will take place in an area of 80,000 Sq. M with 200 companies anticipated to attend and exhibit, including giants in the general aviation…

Abu Dhabi: The Environment Agency of Abu Dhabi (EAD) is introducing a dynamic challenge for Abu Dhabi schools to promote a recycling culture for single-use plastic bottles as part of its aim of a single-use plastic-free Abu Dhabi. Titled, “Pile it Up,” Abu Dhabi EAD will set Abu Dhabi schools against one another in a 2-month competition to collect and return single-use plastic water bottles. All garbage collected will be reprocessed. The Environment Agency and Emirates Schools Organization will have to work closely together to ensure that the “Pile it Up” competition is a success. Attending schools will receive a grand…

Dubai: In order to help the students develop their abilities and talents through a variety of clever challenges, the HR Division of Dubai Customs, one of the leading government departments taking part in enhancing sustainable development and promoting Dubai’s image worldwide, took part in the “Zayed University’s Partner Challenge” Program. Mr. Mohammed Al Ghaffari, Executive Director, of Human Resources, Finance and Administration Division at Dubai Customs, observed that  “Zayed University’s Partner Challenge enhances technical skills for university students and helps them keep pace with the accelerating world through innovation, creativity and smart problem solving. We stepped in to provide training…

Abu Dhabi: In her keynote at the 1st London Climate Technology Show, Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Executive Director of the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) focused on the rapid change in the climate. The London Climate Show provides a unique forum for the entire sustainability value chain, including governments, multinational and local businesses, investors, academics, and entrepreneurs, to discuss and collaborate on methods for reducing the effects of climate change using innovative business strategies, ground-breaking technology, and cutting-edge knowledge. The event also witnessed addresses from Mr. James Bevan, CEO of the UK Environment Agency, and…