Sharjah: The 25th Scientific Session, held under the theme ‘And Allah Teaches You’, has officially launched in Sharjah, as announced by Dr. Majid Abdullah Bushleibi, Secretary-General of the Islamic Forum in Sharjah. According to Emirates News Agency, the event is being held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. Dr. Bushleibi stated that the session’s activities will take place at Al-Maghfirah Mosque until 3rd July, with the participation of a distinguished group of specialised scholars. The programme will feature in-depth religious lessons and scholarly initiatives aimed at

Abu Dhabi: A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck Papua New Guinea on Monday, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said. The quake was recorded at a depth of 10 km (6.21 miles). According to Emirates News Agency, the seismic event was reported by the EMSC, which monitored and recorded the earthquake’s characteristics as it impacted the region. The report detailed the earthquake’s magnitude and depth, providing crucial information for understanding the potential impact and necessary response measures.

Dubai: The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) kicked off phase 2 of its Zero Bureaucracy Programme that aims to radically restructure services by reducing the number of steps, minimising required documents and fields, and shortening the time needed to deliver the service – all to ensure customer satisfaction and exceed their expectations. According to Emirates News Agency, the announcement was made during the ministry’s first Zero Bureaucracy Forum of 2025 held in Dubai with the participation of senior officials from the ministry and relevant entities. The initiative is part of broader efforts to simplify procedures and enhance customer experience,

Abu Dhabi: The National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) and the Arab Charter on Human Rights Committee have discussed ways to strengthen their cooperation and enhance coordination on the implementation mechanisms of the Charter. The meeting aimed to explore institutional efforts to adopt best practices in promoting fundamental rights and freedoms. According to Emirates News Agency, the discussions took place during a meeting between Maqsoud Kruse, Chairperson of the NHRI, and a delegation from the Arab Charter on Human Rights Committee led by its Chairperson, Counsellor Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi. The delegation was briefed on the NHRI’s mandate and functions as

Abu Dhabi: His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has chaired the meeting of the Ministerial Development Council at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. The Council reviewed several key reports and updates on the progress of government programmes and initiatives. According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting’s agenda included discussions on proposed regulatory decisions related to donation policies, the tax system, and government services. The Council also examined updates on the implementation of policies and programmes concerning national housing, education, the labour market, food safety, and climate

Beijing: The UAE has successfully concluded its prominent participation in the Beijing International Book Fair, achieving a distinguished cultural milestone. The United Arab Emirates House pavilion, organised by the UAE Embassy in Beijing in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, offered a vivid portrayal of the country’s rich cultural and creative landscape. It attracted thousands of visitors with an interest in Emirati cultural affairs. According to Emirates News Agency, Hussain bin Ibrahim Al Hammadi, UAE Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, affirmed that the UAE pavilion’s participation in the fair provided a comprehensive overview of the UAE as a

Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has recently announced a new decree-law concerning the Sharjah Department of Human Resources. According to Emirates News Agency, this law impacts all employees within government agencies, including those that currently operate under their own human resources regulations until new guidelines are established. These agencies are required to share essential information such as salaries and other employee details with the Department of Human Resources using approved electronic systems. The decree-law aims to stay abreast of evolving human resources practices and enhance the work environment,

Sharjah: H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, has congratulated the University of Sharjah for achieving the top spot in the UAE in the U.S. News and World Report’s Best Global Universities rankings. According to Emirates News Agency, the university made a remarkable leap of 106 places in the QS World University Rankings, now sitting at 328th in the world. H.H. Sheikh Sultan expressed his pride in the university’s growth in global rankings, highlighting that these accomplishments reflect its esteemed status both locally and internationally. He acknowledged