ABU DHABI: NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has announced the launch of a groundbreaking PhD programme Astrophysics UAE, marking the first of its kind in the UAE and the broader region. This five-year, fully-based programme will begin in the fall of 2025 and be led by international experts in astrophysics and space systems. The programme offers […]
ABU DHABI: The International Prize for Arabic Fiction (IPAF) has unveiled its 2025 longlist, featuring 16 novels selected from 124 submissions. The panel of five judges, chaired by Egyptian academic Mona Baker, includes Moroccan critic Said Bengrad, Emirati scholar Maryam Al Hashimi, Lebanese academic Bilal Orfali, and Finnish translator Sampsa Peltonen. Their selection highlights a […]
DUBAI: A new law has been issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, to establish the Al Maktoum Archives, a public institution dedicated to preserving Dubai’s historical and cultural legacy. Under Law No. (28) of 2024, the Al Maktoum Archives Corporation will operate as a public entity linked to […]
SHARJAH: The Arabic historical dictionary has been officially recognised by Guinness World Records as the largest and most extensive historical linguistic project in the world. The monumental project, consisting of 127 volumes, highlights the depth and richness of the Arabic language, earning global recognition. H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah […]
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) has unveiled the exciting programme for the 22nd Abu Dhabi Festival, set to begin on February 7, 2025, under the theme “Abu Dhabi – A World of Harmony.” Held under the honorary patronage of H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the festival will spotlight […]
ABU DHABI: From December 10, 2024, to February 2025, Abu Dhabi will host the region’s first international mangrove photography exhibition at Manarat Al Saadiyat. The event, part of the Abu Dhabi Mangrove Initiative (ADMI), will highlight the natural beauty and environmental importance of mangrove forests worldwide, showcasing their role in combating climate change and protecting […]
ABU DHABI: Nicène Kossentini has been crowned the winner of the prestigious Richard Mille Art Prize 2024, receiving a cash prize of $60,000. The award ceremony, held on December 11, 2024, took place at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Her winning piece, titled Landscapes, delves into the concept of disappearance. The work features five evocative video […]
ABU DHABI: Henna, one of the UAE’s most cherished cultural symbols, has been officially added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage. This recognition, led by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), highlights Henna’s deep-rooted significance as an artistic, medicinal, and ceremonial tradition. The nomination, titled “Henna: […]
AL DHAFRA: The Al Dhafra Book Festival is all set to return from December 9 to 15 at Madinat Zayed Public Park, promising an exciting celebration of culture, literature, and heritage. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, this year’s edition has […]
ABU DHABI: Zayed International Airport (AUH) has been named World’s Most Beautiful Airport at the prestigious Prix Versailles awards, recognising its exceptional architectural design in the Airports category. The announcement, made at UNESCO’s Headquarters in Paris, coincided with AUH’s first anniversary and the UAE’s 53rd Eid Al Etihad celebrations. In just a year of operation, […]
SHARJAH: The 8th edition of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) is set to take place on February 1-2, 2025, at the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP). Organised by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), the two-day event will host keynote speeches, workshops, and activities across 10 themed zones and five stages. With the theme […]
