Day: July 8, 2025

Sharjah: The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has introduced a new programme called ‘Little Economist’, aimed at enhancing economic awareness and money management skills among youth, aligning with the ‘Year of Community’. According to Emirates News Agency, the eight-day programme is designed to help young people understand money better. It aims to teach them the … Read more

Sharjah: A delegation from the Sharjah Charity International (SCI) recently concluded a five-day field visit to the Republic of Sierra Leone. During their visit, they monitored the progress of charitable projects being implemented in various regions. According to Emirates News Agency, the visit involved field trips to the capital city of Freetown and the city … Read more

Beijing: China’s Ministry of Water Resources on Monday activated a Level-IV emergency response to flooding in the eastern provinces of Zhejiang and Fujian as Typhoon Danas approaches. Danas, the fourth typhoon of this year according to China’s meteorological authorities, made landfall in Taiwan late Sunday night and exited to sea early Monday morning. It is … Read more

Sharjah: The Sharjah Cultural Chess Club has announced an engaging schedule for July, which includes the UAE-Omani Friendship Chess Championship set to take place from 13th to 18th July 2025. This event is part of the club’s summer programme, “Our Vacation Changes,” featuring various events and workshops aimed at fostering community engagement and skill development. … Read more

Sharjah: Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC) has hosted an event titled ‘Discover Korea’s Beauty in Winter’ in collaboration with Korea National Tourism Organisation. The cultural experience took place inside the club’s Ice-Skating Rink, where guests were transported into a uniquely styled ‘Korean winter’ that blended beauty, wellness, and culture. According to Emirates News Agency, the event … Read more

Ajman: Ajman Department of Municipality and Planning announced the launching of the ‘Building Compliance Package’ to enhance the sustainability of buildings and increase their readiness according to the highest health and safety standards, aligning with the Ajman Vision 2030 to create a civilisational environment that enhances the attractiveness and quality of life of the Emirate. … Read more

Brussels: The Eurogroup on Monday elected by consensus, Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance of Ireland, as its President for a third term. His new term, lasting two and a half years, will commence on 13th July 2025. Donohoe has been in office since 13th July 2020. According to Emirates News Agency, in a statement following … Read more

Ryazan: One person was killed, and four others were hospitalised after an explosion in the city of Ryazan, located about 200 kilometres southeast of Moscow, Russian authorities said. The Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations stated that an explosion occurred inside a two-storey building on Sobornaya Street in the city of Ryazan, resulting in the death … Read more