Culture & Education | Friday 27 October, 2017 3:04 pm

Lughati Hosts Workshops for Primary School Teachers

Primary school teachers in Sharjah are being equipped with the skills to teach their young pupils the smart way at a series of workshops being run by Lughati. The Arabic learning initiative that aims to support the studying of Arabic in Sharjah schools using modern technology has introduced the...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 26 October, 2017 1:11 pm

American University of Sharjah visits Abu Dhabi, takes part in Najah 2017

Officials of American University of Sharjah (AUS) are conducting a week-long ‘roadshow’ in Abu Dhabi, talking to students, parents and educators about the benefits of an AUS education. A highlight of the roadshow will be the participation of AUS at Najah Abu Dhabi, 2017, the UAE’s ...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 26 October, 2017 1:28 am

Effat University Announces Winner of Queen Effat Citizenship Award

Under the patronage and in presence of HRH Princess Lolowah Al Faisal, Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees and General Supervisor of Effat University, and with the attendance of students’ parents, community members and media, Effat University honored  the winner of Queen Effat...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 25 October, 2017 4:47 pm

Jawaher Al Qasimi: “Fine arts is one of the pillars of the foundation laid down by Sharjah and it's also serves to empower women”

In the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs, seven outstanding female artists were presented with top honours at the Noon Arts Awards ceremony at Collage Talent Centre,...

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Culture & Education | Tuesday 24 October, 2017 3:15 am

King Abdullah Foundation supports the education of more than 76,000 Rohingya refugee children

The King Abdullah Foundation has launched an initiative to support the education of more than 76 thousand Rohingya refugee children, in cooperation with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the Islamic Development Bank Group (IDB). This initiative will support much needed education...

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Culture & Education | Monday 23 October, 2017 4:25 am

Dubai Culture Supports ‘Day Without Service Centres’ Initiative

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has responded swiftly to the directives issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, through the ...

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Culture & Education | Monday 23 October, 2017 2:12 am

Energy Matters: Boosting Energy Efficiency in Dubai Homes through Personalised Advice

Building on the momentum to improve energy efficiency in Dubai, TAQATI - Dubai Energy Efficiency Program announced the successful completion of the pilot ‘Home Energy Advice Program’. The program was run across 60 homes in Dubai as part of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 22 October, 2017 11:35 am

SIBF 2017 and American Library Association Conference Hosts 300 Participants, 23 Expert Speakers and 26 Activities

Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) in partnership with the American Library Association (ALA) is hosting a dedicated library workshop day and a two-day conference involving more than 300 participants, 26 activities and 23 expert speakers from the USA, Europe, Africa and Gulf...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 22 October, 2017 5:23 am

Repton School Dubai celebrates 10 years of educational excellence

Repton School Dubai, part of Evolvence Knowledge Investments (EKI) and a partner school of the renowned Repton School in the United Kingdom, is celebrating its 10th Anniversary, marking a decade of excellence in education. Repton School Dubai, which is rated as an Outstanding School by the...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 22 October, 2017 4:12 am

OIC to hold forum on media role in combating hate speech

The OIC Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission (IPHRC) will hold its 4th international seminar on “The Role of Media in Combating Hate Speech” at the Hotel La Tour Hassan Palace, Rabat, Morocco, Oct. 23-24. “The IPHRC is mandated to address issues concerning...

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