Culture & Education | Monday 9 May, 2016 12:30 pm

Al Oula radio station to participate in 15th Arab Media Forum

Al Oula radio station is set to participate in the Arab Media Forum 2016 for the very first time as part of its role as the audio arm of the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center (HHC). The 15th edition of this Forum, which will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre on May 10 and 11, will...

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Culture & Education | Monday 9 May, 2016 3:00 am

A night of laughs as OSN and Viacom roll out Comedy Central HD with Trevor Noah and Fahad Albutairi

An exclusive event, hosted by OSN and Viacom International Media Networks, marked the addition of Comedy Central HD to OSN’s roster of great new channels.    The two networks flew star of The Daily Show, Trevor Noah, to Dubai to officially switch on the channel at a private...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 8 May, 2016 2:06 pm

“Knowledge without Borders” Begins its Provision of Home Libraries to Emirati Families in Sharjah

Sharjah–based cultural project ‘Knowledge without Borders’ (KwB), has commenced its provision of home libraries to Emirati families in Sharjah. The initiative forms part of its strategy to equip households in the emirate with sources of Arabic knowledge that are readily available...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 8 May, 2016 1:43 pm

Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and the Commander of the French Forces in the Indian Ocean organize a multidisciplinary conference

In dedication to the heritage of the Second World War Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi in partnership with The French Forces in the Indian Ocean organized today a day of multidisciplinary conferences on Sunday May 8th 2016, on its campus in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi.   The...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 8 May, 2016 10:25 am

AUS students elect new Student Council

American University of Sharjah (AUS) students convened at the university’s Student Center to take part in the student council elections for the academic year 2016-2017 on Wednesday, May 4, 2016. Candidates vied for 14 elected offices that represent the university's diverse and...

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Culture & Education | Friday 6 May, 2016 1:39 pm

Ruler of Sharjah and his wife call for protection of all children

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, has called for legislation and policies to protect children and ensure their human rights are enforced. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi called on world leaders and the international...

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Culture & Education | Friday 6 May, 2016 4:26 am

AMSI Voices Founding Members Reaffirm Commitment to Empower UAE’s Student Community

Following the successful inaugural edition of AMSI Voices – a networking platform by Academia Management Solutions International (AMSI) to empower the graduating students through connecting with the schools’ alumni – the esteemed founding members have reaffirmed their commitment...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 5 May, 2016 1:32 pm

AUS to become an internationally recognized family business knowledge hub

Family businesses are one of the most prominent type of operations in the GCC and in Saudi Arabia in particular. According to a study by management consultants McKinsey, out of the 25 largest family businesses in the GCC, nine are based in KSA alone. Family businesses in Saudi Arabia tend to be...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 5 May, 2016 7:22 am

Sharjah Library Awarded ‘Best Symphony Library in the Middle East 2016’

Sharjah Public Library has won the ‘Best Symphony Library in the Middle East 2016,’ an award presented by the Arabian Advanced Systems ‘Naseej’. The awarding of the library operating under the umbrella of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), marks another important achievement for...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 4 May, 2016 4:41 pm

Dubai Customs rolls out two new reading initiatives

The people of Dubai Customs can now start to really delve into books and have the best book talks. “My Home Library” and “Permanent Libraries” are two new initiatives flagged off by Dubai Customs to boost employees’ reading experiences and knowledge.  ‘My ...

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