Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has successfully advanced its digital transformation initiatives, completing a substantial number of digital notarial transactions in the first half of 2025. The department reported over 47,000 transactions for the public notary, more than 10,000 for the private notary, along with 27,525 documentation transactions. According to Emirates News Agency, the department also finalized 3,047 marriage contract transactions during this period. These accomplishments highlight the department’s ongoing efforts to provide fully integrated digital services, allowing customers to complete their transactions remotely with ease and convenience. The ADJD’s progress is attributed to its adoption of

Sharjah: The Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) 2025, taking place from 5th to 16th November at Expo Centre Sharjah, will feature an exclusive series of pre-booked workshops led by globally renowned authors, translators, editors, and educators. Designed to inspire creativity and professional growth, the workshops will provide participants with a rare opportunity to learn directly from international experts across writing, translation, publishing, and the arts. According to Emirates News Agency, Professor Lisa Dillman, an award-winning translator, will lead What Do Translators Really Do?, a two-day workshop offering insight into the craft of literary translation and the complexities of cultural adaptation.

Abu dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre (SZGMC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has organised two cultural workshops at Al Jami’ Library, engaging 45 students from schools across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. This initiative is part of a broader series of seven cultural sessions being conducted by the Centre throughout September and October 2025. According to Emirates News Agency, the workshops are a reflection of the Centre’s vision to foster educational and interactive activities aimed at enriching the intellectual and cultural awareness of youth. The initiative is designed to encourage students to engage with the cultural scene

Dubai: Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), welcomed a high-level delegation from IBM led by Ana Paula De Jesus Assis, Senior Vice President and Chair of IBM EMEA. The meeting aimed at exploring opportunities to strengthen collaboration in digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), and cybersecurity solutions to support Dubai’s vision of developing a leading digital economy rooted in knowledge and innovation. According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting was attended by several key figures from DEWA, including Marwan Bin Haidar, Executive Vice President of Innovation and the Future, Waleed bin Salman, Executive

Dubai: The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) has announced the launch of the 24th edition of the Clean UAE campaign, scheduled to run from 6th to 16th December 2025 under the patronage of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. The annual nationwide initiative aims to unite communities across all seven emirates to promote environmental awareness, volunteerism, and sustainability. According to Emirates News Agency, Habiba Al Mar’ashi, Co-Founder and Chairperson of EEG, stated that the campaign reflects the UAE’s commitment to social solidarity and collective environmental responsibility. She noted that Clean UAE brings together citizens, residents, academic institutions, and government and

Abu dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Robert Fico, Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic, engaged in discussions to explore ways to enhance bilateral cooperation and expand prospects for development, particularly focusing on areas such as the economy, trade, renewable energy, innovation, future technologies, and culture. According to Emirates News Agency, the talks centered on aligning efforts to serve the mutual interests of both nations and support their shared vision for sustainable development and prosperity. The meeting occurred at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, with His Highness welcoming His Excellency Fico,

Umm al qaiwain: H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, today received Sana bint Mohammed Suhail, Minister of Family, at the Emiri Court. The meeting was also attended by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Deputy Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain. According to Emirates News Agency, the Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain expressed appreciation for the Ministry of Family’s efforts in serving the nation and society. He commended the ministry’s dedication to promoting family stability and empowerment as part of the UAE’s broader development strategy and vision. Sheikh

Frankfurt: The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has launched the Arabic-German Translation Workshop during its participation at the Frankfurter Buchmesse 2025, marking a key milestone in the global expansion of its Dubai International Program for Writing (DIPW). According to Emirates News Agency, the initiative aims to strengthen the presence of Arabic books in the German literary landscape and foster cultural exchange by translating selected Arabic works into German. The workshop was launched in the presence of Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, and renowned German orientalist Stefan Weidner, who will lead the training of emerging translators to