Abu dhabi: The National Pavilion UAE has announced the appointment of Bana Kattan as the curator for the UAE’s participation in the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia in 2026. Kattan, currently serving as Curator and Associate Head of Exhibitions at the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, was chosen by a committee of key … Read more
New york: The Board of Directors of XRG, an international energy investment company established by ADNOC in November 2024, convened to assess the progress of their disciplined investment strategy and to provide direction for their five-year business plan. According to Emirates News Agency, XRG’s inaugural Board meeting outside the United Arab Emirates was held in … Read more
Makhachkala: A new Russian record was set on Saturday as 454 dancers performed a mass Lezginka, the traditional folk dance of Dagestan, during a special event in Makhachkala. The achievement was officially confirmed by representatives of the Russian Book of Records. According to Emirates News Agency, footage from the celebration shows participants in vibrant national … Read more
Dubai: Dubai is preparing to host the 10th edition of Expand North Star, the world’s largest event for startups and investors, from 12th to 15th October at Dubai Harbour. Organised by Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, the exhibition has since 2016 provided opportunities for thousands of digital startups … Read more
Abu dhabi: The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) announced the presence of a low-pressure system over the Indian coasts, noting that numerical models indicate the potential formation of a tropical system northeast of the Arabian Sea near the Indian coasts on 1st October, moving towards the central Arabian Sea. According to Emirates News Agency, the … Read more
New york: The 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York witnessed the launch of the “SHE Powers Africa” initiative, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of … Read more
Abu dhabi: The Aid Foresight Programme, a series of masterclasses on the UAE’s humanitarian leadership presented by globally renowned experts, launched today at the Zayed Foundation. According to Emirates News Agency, the initiative was announced recently by the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council (IHPC), Office of Development Affairs, and the Presidential Court. The programme is … Read more
Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, has launched the ‘Paper and Pen’ Programme in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Media Network. The initiative aligns with the Centre’s strategy to promote the Arabic language within the community and to reinforce its presence … Read more