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World Book Capital City 2016 Elected

Based on the positive experience of World Book and Copyright Day, launched in 1996, UNESCO initiated the concept of World Book Capital City and...

Mark the Holy Month of Ramadan at At the Top, Burj...

This summer, revel in the spirit of solidarity of the Holy Month of Ramadan at At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observatory...

Diwali Events in Dubai

Diwali is a traditional Indian holiday and it is celebrated by many expats in Dubai and in the UAE in general. That is due...

NYU’s Arabic Collections Online Usage Jumps 700% in March

As remote learning and self-quarantine have become the order of the day, the number of monthly users of NYU Libraries’ Arabic Collections Online, ACO,...

First Honey Moon in 100 Year to Appear on Friday 13th

Something very strange and rare is about to show up on the night sky this evening! The moon will appear exceptionally large and its...

Sharjah Museums Department to host artist Khalil Abdulwahid on January...

Sharjah Museums Department (SMD) is hosting artist Khalil Abdulwahid on January 9 at the Botanical Garden of the Sharjah Natural History...

Sharjah Museums Department launches Sharjah Archaeology Museum website

In another show of its commitment to promoting access to cultural and historical learning, Sharjah Museums Department (SMD) has launched the Sharjah Archaeology Museum...

Mexican, Egyptian, and Indian film industry trends are hot topics at...

This year, the industry panels at the Dubai International Film Festival will offer insights into the evolution and contemporary state of film industries of...

Celebration of Russian Art with Eternity Art & Culture Foundation

Eternity Art & Culture Foundation, a pioneering promoter of Russian art and culture in the Middle East, was officially launched in the United Arab Emirates during a glamorous event held at the Mehteran Theatre, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

Dubai announces “Summer is Dubai”

Children below 12 years can stay for free at leading Dubai hotels  Dubai recently announced the launch of its summer campaign under the slogan "Summer...

Best Selling Books of 2014

If we take a look at the best selling books of this year, we will reach to a few key conclusions. First, kids and...

Celebrate 8th of March: International Women’s Day

International Women's Day, 8 March, is a globally celebrated day marking the economic, political and social achievements of women in the past, present and...

Dubai Culture Launches Culture & Arts Summer Programme

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate's dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage – has announced the launch of its ‘Our...

Exciting Events in Dubai This Weekend

The weekend is almost here and if you haven’t planned anything special, don’t worry, there’s still much to do in Dubai. Do you know...

Dubai Public Library celebrates new identity with huge ‘book’ displays

13 ft tall models of popular books on display at key locations Dubai Public Library, operating under the umbrella of the...

DIFF Volunteer Recruitment to be held second week of November

Volunteer recruitment drives for the eighth Dubai International Film Festival, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE...

Al Dhafra Festival showcases Emirati traditions

Camel beauty shows, traditional souq and local traditions highlight the annual festival The annual Al Dhafra Festival returns to the Madinat Zayed in Al Gharbia...

When is Father’s Day 2015

When is Father’s Day celebrated in the UK? Why does the apostrophe go there? Here is everything you wanted to know about the most...