Sharjah: Sheikh Majid bin Sultan bin Saqer Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Districts Affairs Department, inaugurated the ‘Shaped by Stones: The Tools that Made Prehistoric Qatar’ exhibition at the Sharjah Archaeology Museum. Organised in collaboration between the Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) and Qatar Museums, the exhibition will run until 30th April, 2026. According to Emirates News Agency, the opening was attended by Aisha Rashid Deemas, Director-General of the Sharjah Museums Authority; Maissa Saif Al Suwaidi, Director of the Authority; Halima Humaid Al Owais, Vice-Chairman of the Sharjah Consultative Council; Issa Yousef, Director-General of the Sharjah Archaeology Authority; representatives of the

Abu dhabi: The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has monitored more than 2,500 digital advertisements within the country from 118 educational and training institutions between June and early September 2025 through its proactive, tech-enabled monitoring framework. The Ministry’s monitoring efforts fall within its ongoing efforts to ensure the quality of higher, vocational, and applied education programmes and to protect students from non-compliant promotional practices. According to Emirates News Agency, Taif Mohamed Alamiri, Acting Assistant Under-Secretary for the Higher Education Regulation and Governance Sector, noted that strengthening the Ministry’s regulatory framework is a national commitment to ensuring the

Sharjah: H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, convened a meeting at Buhais Geology Park to discuss strategies for improving teamwork within media entities. At the outset, H.H. Sheikh Sultan expressed gratitude to the organizations under the Sharjah Media Council for their contributions to advancing media quality in the emirate. According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting addressed several topics aimed at enhancing the media landscape in Sharjah. Key discussions included plans to foster collaboration among media organizations to integrate efforts, share knowledge, and enhance Sharjah’s communication

Istanbul: Emine Erdogan, wife of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of the Republic of Trkiye, praised the UAE’s efforts in supporting sustainable environmental action and its ongoing commitment to collaborating with nations worldwide in international forums to tackle environmental challenges and promote sustainable development for future generations. According to Emirates News Agency, she made these remarks while meeting with a delegation from the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, led by Al Reem Abdullah Al Falasi, Secretary-General of the Council. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Global Zero Waste Forum 2025, held in Istanbul under Emine Erdogan’s patronage

Al ain: Al Ain Zoo concluded the Spartan Trifecta Race 2025 following two days of thrilling challenges set against the backdrop of the zoo’s natural landscapes. The event, which brought together 2,500 competitors, families, and professional athletes, featured the world-renowned Spartan obstacle races – Sprint, Super, and Beast – along with children’s categories. According to Emirates News Agency, Eng. Ahmed Eisa Al Harrasi, Acting Director-General of the Zoo and Aquarium Public Institution in Al Ain, said the global Spartan event represents both a sporting and cultural milestone for the emirate. ‘At Al Ain Zoo, we strive to raise environmental awareness

Sharjah: A delegation from the emirate of Sharjah, led by Dr. Khalifa Musabeh Al Tunaiji, Chairman of the Department of Agriculture and Livestock, has completed its visit to the University of Bologna. The visit is part of a larger effort to strengthen scientific and research cooperation, as well as to exchange knowledge on sustainable agriculture, livestock health, and honeybee apiaries. According to Emirates News Agency, the delegation examined pioneering Italian experiences in greenhouses and smart agriculture, aided by new technologies and artificial intelligence. The delegation, led by Dr. Khalifa Musabeh Al Tunaiji, included a number of academics from University of

Dubai: Within the framework of fruitful cooperation between the Dubai Department of Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) of Dubai, and under the umbrella of the “Ghiras Al-Khair” initiative, the second edition of the Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Quran Competition is witnessing increasing participation from students across Dubai schools. According to Emirates News Agency, 1,700 male and female students from 45 public and private schools have registered, reflecting the high status the competition holds in the hearts of young people and their families, as well as the educational community’s keenness to

Dubai: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has been awarded a 6-star rating, labeled ‘Outstanding at an International Level,’ at the International Best Practice Competition 2025. The recognition, announced at the event organized by the Centre for Organisational Excellence Research (COER) in collaboration with Global Excellence Networks, highlights the Authority’s Digital Transformation Platform and AI for Optimising Cybersecurity (SOAR) initiative. According to Emirates News Agency, the award acknowledges pioneering strategies in operations, administration, and systems, alongside forward-looking projects that yield meaningful results across institutions and sectors. Dubai Culture’s AI for Cybersecurity Enhancement programme has implemented advanced artificial intelligence (AI)