Culture & Education | Monday 1 August, 2016 12:26 pm

CNN Freedom Project to reach more audiences through CNN Arabic

The CNN Freedom Project - CNN’s long-running editorial initiative dedicated to ending modern day slavery - will reach new audiences by launching on CNN Arabic.   With a remit to enact change, educate and advocate against human trafficking, CNN Freedom Project on CNN Arabic will...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 31 July, 2016 6:17 am

Jawaher Al Qasimi Attends Sharjah Business Women Forum in London

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammad Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA) and Honorary Chairperson of the Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), has participated in the opening ceremony of the Sharjah Business Women...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 28 July, 2016 4:35 am

Jawaher Al Qasimi Launches the First ‘Talli’ International Product Line

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment, Founder and Royal Patron of Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council, has launched the first international product line to feature the traditional Emirati...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 27 July, 2016 12:05 pm

Doha Film Institute chooses 4 short films by Qatari directors for Qatari Film Fund Spring 2016 grants

The Doha Film Institute has announced the grantees of its Qatari Film Fund as part of the Spring 2016 cycle. Four short films by Qatari directors have been selected for this grant cycle, which will cover development, production, post-production, mentorship, and equipment & production support...

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Culture & Education | Tuesday 26 July, 2016 3:51 pm

Sharjah Girl Guides Concludes its Summer Programme

Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG) concluded the summer camp that was held under the slogan ‘Summer of Accomplishments’ with more than 70 Brownies and Guides taking part at the event.    Featuring a series of art and training workshops, the programme aimed to instil positivity...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 17 July, 2016 10:03 am

MBC entertainment and satirical shows dominate social media engagement this Ramadan

The Holy month of Ramadan is an important time for television viewership in the Middle East, with a huge surge in TV viewership, particularly, for Arabic dramas. However, according to Meltwater, a global media intelligence firm, an analysis of social media reactions around popular MBC TV...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 17 July, 2016 3:39 am

Lughati Launches its First Summer Camp

‘Lughati,’ the Sharjah-based initiative dedicated to supporting learning Arabic the smart way, has launched its first summer camp for students. Running from July 13 - August 17, the camp will host around 500 male and female students, with activities taking place at various locations...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 17 July, 2016 2:20 am

OSN brings the largest roster of Emmy nominees

With the 68th Emmy Awards nominations announced, OSN, the region’s leading pay-TV network, has underlined its reputation as the first-choice for award-winning exclusive and first content with the largest roster of Emmy nominees in its programming.    Anthony Anderson and...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 14 July, 2016 1:04 pm

Ashridge faculty highlights key factors for women’s career success in the Middle East

Fiona Elsa Dent and Viki Holton, both faculty at Ashridge Executive Education and authors of ‘How To Thrive and Survive As A Working Woman: The Coach Yourself Toolkit’ shares their perspectives on career issues faced by women in the Middle East based on their experience of working with...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 14 July, 2016 4:04 am

SBA Sponsors First Meeting to Discuss Establishment of Emirates Librarians’ Association

The first step towards the establishment of an Emirates Librarians’ Association has been taken with an inaugural meeting held to discuss it in detail. Held at Sharjah Public Library, the meeting followed the call made by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) in April for setting up of a dedicated...

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