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“Clean UAE” Campaign Reaches its 4th Stop in the Cultural Capital of the UAE; Sharjah

News Desk 1 10/12/2024 0

The 23rd session of the “Clean UAE” campaign, organised by the Emirates Environmental Group under the esteemed patronage of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment and in collaboration with the Al Bataeh Area Municipality, Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services, made its

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Andersson clinches world title with victory in Sharjah

News Desk 1 08/12/2024 0

Sweden’s Jonas Andersson clinched his third UIM F1H2O World Championship title with a commanding victory in the Grand Prix of Sharjah today. Andersson shrugged off the challenge of fellow-countryman Erik Stark, whose second-place finish gave him third position in the championship on his final appearance for Victory Team before joining Team Abu Dhabi next season. […]

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Andersson takes pole in Sharjah as Thani shows his class, Wyatt suffers title blow

News Desk 1 08/12/2024 0

Archax, the UK’s first FCA regulated digital securities exchange, broker and custodian, today announced a new partnership with XDC Network, an enterprise-grade Layer-1 EVM-compatible blockchain. Under the partnership, the two firms will combine the power of a regulated digital asset platform with innovative blockchain solutions to enable financial institutions to

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Thani wants big finish in Sharjah as Andersson and Wyatt face title showdown

News Desk 1 04/12/2024 0

Team Abu Dhabi’s Thani Al Qemzi is already looking forward to opening another chapter in his illustrious career as the Grand Prix of Sharjah brings the 2024 UIM F1H2O World Championship to a tense conclusion at the weekend. For Al Qemzi, Sharjah’s renowned Khalid Lagoon is where it all began in November 2000, when he […]

Events UAE

Sharjah brings Arabic into the age of AI

News Desk 2 09/11/2024 0

Leads a linguistic revolution with GPT Lexicon Sharjah emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is leading a groundbreaking initiative to position the Arabic language as a global force in the digital age. In this context, the Arabic Language Academy in Sharjah hosted a media roundtable at the Sharjah International Book Fair on November 7, […]

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The Arabic Language Academy in Sharjah Celebrates the Achievements of the “Historical Dictionary”

News Desk 1 07/11/2024 0

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the Arabic Language Academy in Sharjah held a press conference during the 2024 Sharjah International Book Fair. The conference announced a historic achievement: the publication of 127 volumes of the Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language, […]

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Sharjah grows closer to realizing zero-waste to landfill as waste-to-energy plant crosses landmark milestone

News Desk 1 01/11/2024 0

Signifying a huge leap forward in fulfilling ambitions to achieve zero-waste to landfill in the emirate of Sharjah, BEEAH, the Middle East’s sustainability pioneer, Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy powerhouse, and Veolia Near & Middle East, leader in low carbon energy production, recently celebrated the historic milestone of successfully processing 500,000 tonnes

Lifestyle

XQ Adventure opens in Al Ain this November

Arnold Pinto 28/09/2024 0

XQuarry’s second venue after Sharjah XQuarry Off-Road & Adventure Park is set to entice outdoor adventure and off-road enthusiasts in the United Arab Emirates with the opening of XQ Adventure in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, in early November. XQ Adventure is a strategic partnership between XQuarry Off-Road & Adventure Park and Al Ain Adventure, the […]

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SPC Free Zone and Aramex forge strategic partnership to boost business synergy in Sharjah

News Desk 2 10/07/2024

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) and Aramex have recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration and provide mutual benefits to their client bases. This strategic partnership aims to streamline services between the two entities and increase communications to their respective customer databases. The MoU between SPC Free Zone and

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Sharjah: Safeguarding culture and heritage while embracing environmental responsibility

News Desk 2 04/07/2024

Oxford Business Group, in collaboration with the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), presents its latest Global Platform video titled ‘Sharjah focusing on culture and sustainability to drive tourism.’ This comprehensive exploration unveils Sharjah’s strategic fusion of cultural richness and sustainability initiatives, catalysing

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Albatha Automotive Group Launches Pitstop Autocare

News Desk 2 07/05/2024

Albatha Automotive Group, the holding company of AGMC, one of the leading importers of premium, high-quality vehicles in the United Arab Emirates, recently hosted the grand opening of Pitstop Autocare, a cutting-edge one-stop shop for premium automotive service and detailing in the emirate of Sharjah, further boosting their service offering across the United Arab

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Royal Furniture Expands Reach with New Store Launch in Sharjah

News Desk 2 30/04/2024

Royal Furniture, a trusted name for custom-made home furniture, recently opened its third store in Sharjah, UAE. Strategically situated in the city centre, the new store will showcase an extensive collection of furnishing and decor items, making it the go-to destination for customers seeking to refresh their home decor. The new showroom promises an engaging […]

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Emirates Development Bank Forum Highlights Role of Strategic Partnerships

News Desk 2 29/04/2024

In partnership with MoIAT’s “Make it in the Emirates” initiative, Emirates Development Bank (“EDB” or “the Bank”), today hosted the highly anticipated Sharjah edition of EDB Connect at the Sharjah Research, Technology, and Innovation Park, convening key industry leaders, government officials, and business innovators to discuss, debate, and

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Innovation and sustainability underpin Sharjah’s diversification progress

News Desk 2 23/04/2024

Oxford Business Group spotlights the emirate’s economic transformation in The Report: Sharjah 2023 Sharjah’s productive ecosystem for technological innovation and its strategic emphasis on sustainable growth take centre stage in the latest report released by global research and advisory firm Oxford Business Group (OBG). The Report: Sharjah 2023, explores the factors

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Soar to New Heights this Eid with the Launch of Big Balloon Ride in Sharjah

News Desk 1 05/04/2024

Sharjah has officially become home to an exciting new entertainment destination as Fly High Balloon Operations LLC. launched its inaugural Big Balloon Ride at the picturesque Al Majaz Waterfront. Offering a unique and thrilling experience, the Big Balloon Ride promises to elevate the city’s entertainment scene to new heights. The Big Balloon Ride stands as […]

Aviation Business

Air Arabia soars with record net profit of AED1.5bn in 2023

Arnold Pinto 16/03/2024 0

Shareholders approve 20% dividend at AGM Shareholders of Air Arabia, the Sharjah-based low-cost carrier, have given their nod to the distribution of a 20% cash dividend for the financial year concluding on December 31, 2023. The dividend, equivalent to 20 fils per share, was announced at the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) and highlighted the […]

Lifestyle

Experience outdoor adventure at XQuarry UAE in Sharjah

News Desk 1 16/03/2024 0

Camp overnight in a traditional tent XQuarry Off-Road & Adventure Park in Sharjah emirate in the United Arab Emirates offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy an authentic Emirati adventure involving an overnight stay in a heritage tent and a 4×4 off-road driving experience. Nestled within the picturesque desert landscape in Mleiha, Sharjah, the

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Sharjah rookie grabs dramatic victory as Team Abu Dhabi new boy climbs in Indonesia

News Desk 1 03/03/2024

Sharjah rookie Rusty Wyatt recorded a dramatic victory in the Grand Prix of Indonesia today as Team Abu Dhabi battled through a tough start to the 2024 UIM F1H2O World Championship. Reigning world champion Jonas Andersson looked poised for a record fifth race win in a row but dropped to third place as Wyatt and […]

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Sharjah Airport welcomes Pakistani carrier Fly Jinnah’s first flight

News Desk 1 18/02/2024

Sharjah Airport received the first flight of Fly Jinnah, a leading low-cost carrier in Pakistan operated jointly by Lakson Group of Pakistan and Air Arabia Group of UAE. The new carrier was welcomed during a ceremony held in the presence of H.E. Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, H.E. Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, […]

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Sharjah Airport Authority reveals plans to develop the Cargo Centre

News Desk 1 16/02/2024

Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) showcased its major developments that are currently underway and planned for its Cargo Centre during the three-day Air Cargo India 2024 in Mumbai, India. The event was attended by delegates from leading international airports, airlines, air cargo companies, as well as representatives from international commercial aviation and air cargo