Sharjah: The 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025) has announced a significant Arab contingent, with over 80 guests representing 20 countries. This assembly includes more than 20 Emirati writers and literary figures, uniting leading voices across literature, thought, art, and academia. Their collective work in fiction, poetry, cinema, research, and philosophy will be a cornerstone of the fair’s cultural programme, which takes place from November 5-16, 2025, at Expo Centre Sharjah. According to Emirates News Agency, the guest list includes award-winning novelists, poets, translators, filmmakers, researchers, and academics who have all made considerable contributions in their respective fields, with

Dubai: The UAE Public Prosecution continues to advance its smart justice ecosystem with the unveiling of the ”Virtual Prosecutor Assistant” during GITEX Global 2025, in partnership with AI71. This milestone reflects the Prosecution’s ongoing commitment to accelerating the transition toward smart justice, in line with its Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2025-2030. According to Emirates News Agency, the Virtual Prosecutor Assistant marks a significant step in supporting prosecutorial work. It provides a unified digital platform enabling prosecutors to manage their daily tasks with high efficiency through an intelligent, integrated interface. The system offers instant access to information, automates case summarization and legal

Abu dhabi: The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has signed a research and development cooperation agreement with Tatweer Middle East and Africa in conjunction with GITEX GLOBAL 2025. The partnership aims to strengthen institutional collaboration and develop innovative solutions that support a safe, smart mobility ecosystem in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s leadership in adopting advanced technologies and advancing sustainable mobility. According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement was signed by Dr Abdulla Hamad AlGhfeli, Acting Director General of the Integrated Transport Centre, and Dr. Atef Garib, CEO of Tatweer Middle East

Abu dhabi: Abu Dhabi Civil Defence (ADCDA) has launched a video call service as a digital solution that facilitates communication between the concerned entities and the engineers of the Engineering Drawings Review Section, without the need to visit branches in person. According to Emirates News Agency, the service enables concerned entities and consulting offices to review plans, receive consultations, and obtain direct support through video calls with the Authority’s engineers. Requests can be submitted via email or through the Abu Dhabi Building Permits System, providing a flexible and interactive experience that helps complete procedures with ease. The Authority explained that

London: A plane carrying US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made an unscheduled landing in the United Kingdom because of a crack in the aircraft’s windshield, the Pentagon confirmed. The incident occurred as Secretary Hegseth was returning from a brief trip to Brussels. According to Emirates News Agency, the Pentagon assured that Pete Hegseth and all other passengers on board were safe. “The plane landed based on standard procedures and everyone onboard, including Secretary Hegseth, is safe,” Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell stated.

Sharjah: Dr Abdul Aziz Al Musallam, Chairman of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH), welcomed Dr Souleymane Konat©, Ambassador of the Republic of Burkina Faso to the United Arab Emirates, during an official visit to the Institute’s headquarters. The visit aimed to explore avenues for cultural and intellectual cooperation and establish new partnerships in intangible heritage and cultural exchange. According to Emirates News Agency, Dr Al Musallam led the delegation on a tour of the Institute, showcasing key initiatives focused on preserving cultural heritage. The initiatives include educational and research programs, training, documentation, and folklore projects designed to pass cultural

Kalba: Of Land and Water marks the inaugural presentation of the Sharjah Art Foundation collection on the east coast of Sharjah. The exhibition features rarely seen large-scale works by nine international artists and collectives and will be open to the public from 17 October 2025 to 31 May 2026 at the Kalba Ice Factory in Kalba. According to Emirates News Agency, the exhibition raises thought-provoking questions about the influence of borders and ideologies on open landscapes and seas, as well as their impact on the people who inhabit these areas. It explores themes of attachment and detachment to places, and

Sharjah: Dr Abdul Aziz Al Musallam, Chairman of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH), welcomed Dr Souleymane Konat©, Ambassador of the Republic of Burkina Faso to the United Arab Emirates, during an official visit to the Institute’s headquarters. The visit aimed to explore avenues for cultural and intellectual cooperation and establish new partnerships in intangible heritage and cultural exchange. According to Emirates News Agency, Dr Al Musallam led the delegation on a tour of the Institute, showcasing key initiatives focused on preserving cultural heritage. The initiatives include educational and research programs, training, documentation, and folklore projects designed to pass cultural