Feb 06 2025
SHARJAH: Celebrating 100 years in 2025, Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL) has cemented its status as a premier cultural institution in the Middle East, offering an expansive collection of 15 million digital resources. With a strong commitment to knowledge accessibility, SPL has embraced digital innovation, ensuring resources are available worldwide. Since its inception, SPL has been […]
DUBAI: Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, in partnership with Alserkal Arts Foundation, has launched Resonance, a striking site-specific art installation in Al Shindagha Historic Neighbourhood. This initiative, part of the Dubai Public Art Strategy, aims to transform the city into an open-air gallery while enhancing its global artistic reputation. Unveiled at the 13th Sikka Art […]
DUBAI: The Hatta Winter initiative, led by Brand Dubai, has concluded with a record 870,000 visitors, showcasing the region’s natural beauty, culture, and heritage. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the initiative encouraged residents and tourists to explore Hatta’s scenic landscapes during the cooler months. Organised under […]
Dubai: The 14th Edition of The Poetic Heart promises to be an extraordinary two-day celebration of poetry and music, bringing together eminent poets from the UAE and the world, together with extraordinary musicians. Conceived in 2012 by SGI-Gulf in collaboration with the renowned UAE poet and Tagore Peace Award winner, Dr. Shihab Ghanem, The Poetic […]
SHARJAH: The ‘Rumi: 750 Years of Absence… Eight Centuries of Presence’ exhibition at the House of Wisdom in Sharjah, running until February 14, offers a profound exploration of Rumi’s 750-year legacy and his enduring impact on cultural and intellectual history. Under the theme “An Everlasting Heritage and an Eternal Impact,” the exhibition delves into Rumi’s […]
DUBAI: The UAE-Kuwait Week 2024 is set to take place on February 3-4 at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, bringing together businesses, investors, and cultural representatives to deepen bilateral relations. This prestigious event is a joint effort to enhance economic collaboration, expand trade opportunities, and celebrate the shared heritage of the UAE and Kuwait. With a focus […]
Sharjah Creative Quarter nurtures talents, promotes design industries, and inspires creativity across fashion and innovation sectors. SHARJAH: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi has issued an Emiri Decree establishing the Sharjah Creative Quarter (SCQ), a specialised hub for innovation and design. Fully owned by the Sharjah government, this new initiative aims to […]
India Offering $1 Million Prize to Anyone Who Can Decipher a 5,300-year-old Script Stumping Experts Fancy making history and a cool million? Tamil Nadu, a state in southern India, is offering a $1 million reward to anyone who can crack the code of a 5,300-year-old mystery: the undeciphered Indus Valley script. Let’s unravel the details. […]
PARIS: The Louvre Museum has unveiled its first-ever fashion exhibition, “Louvre Couture: Art and Fashion in Dialogue,” aiming to captivate younger audiences and expand its cultural influence. Running until July 21, 2025, this pioneering showcase intertwines haute couture and decorative arts, spotlighting 65 garments and 30 accessories from legendary fashion houses. For the first time, […]
DUBAI: The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in collaboration with thejamjar, has unveiled the 29th edition of ArtMap, a comprehensive guide showcasing the UAE’s thriving art landscape. This edition underscores Dubai’s commitment to establishing itself as a global creative hub. ArtMap offers a detailed directory of over 40 art galleries, cultural festivals, exhibitions, […]
This hand gesture has always been a topic of discussion since many celebrities, politicians and personalities have been spotted making this gesture while attending public events or addressing a crowd. Recently, Barron Trump, son of Donald Trump was seen standing with this gesture at the swearing in ceremony of his father. This fuelled yet another […]
