Cairo: Saturday marked a significant milestone for Egypt as the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) opened its doors in a grand international celebration near the Giza Pyramids. The event highlighted Egypt’s historical importance and its continued influence on global civilization. According to Emirates News Agency, the grand opening was attended by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and First Lady Entissar El-Sisi, along with 79 official delegations from across the globe. The distinguished guest list included 39 heads of state, monarchs, and government leaders, and representatives from prominent regional and international organizations like the Arab League, the African Union, and the United

Dubai: The Mohammed bin Rashid Library successfully concluded the second edition of the Dubai International Library and Publishing Summit 2025, held under the theme ‘The Future of the Publishing Industry’. The three-day summit saw a wide participation and brought together over 80 speakers from 20 countries, including five keynote speakers, in a packed program featuring 48 panel discussions and sessions, and more than 20 workshops. According to Emirates News Agency, compared to last year’s event, this year’s registration number grew by 27.3% while attendance and participation rate rose by 31.5%. The diversity of visitors’ nationalities also expanded by 33%. The

Abu dhabi: The General Secretariat of the Khalifa Award for Education, part of the Erth Zayed Philanthropies institutions, has announced the commencement of the Khalifa Children’s Creativity Storytelling Competition for children aged 7 to 15. The initiative aligns with the Second Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week scheduled from 17th to 23rd November 2025. According to Emirates News Agency, Humaid Al Houti, the Secretary-General of the Award, stated that the competition supports the mission of the Khalifa Award to promote creativity and talent development among children. In partnership with the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA), the competition aims to boost

Abu dhabi: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), received the organising team of the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025, which was hosted in Abu Dhabi at the beginning of October. According to Emirates News Agency, the congress witnessed participation from governments, experts, decision-makers, and stakeholders dedicated to the protection of nature and biodiversity. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed affirmed that the UAE, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is committed to environmental protection and the preservation

Sharjah: The Rubu’ Qarn for Future Leaders and Innovators continues its second annual Arts and Literature Season, attracting large audiences of art and culture enthusiasts across Sharjah, including Aljada and Khorfakkan Library. The event features diverse literary and artistic activities that showcase the imagination and talent of the Foundation’s young members. According to Emirates News Agency, the season is part of Rubu’ Qarn’s mission to provide platforms that nurture children and youth, helping them express their creativity in literature, art, music, theatre, visual arts, and film. The initiative aligns with the Foundation’s vision to be a community partner in empowering

Sharjah: Sharjah Media City (Shams) has announced an extension for signing up for the “Shams Arabic Content Award” until November 15th. This decision comes after a fantastic response from creators and content makers who are excited to join in. According to Emirates News Agency, the goal of this extension is to give more Arab talents the chance to showcase their incredible work and take part in a competition that encourages creativity in Arabic content. The award is designed to inspire and support innovative Arabic productions, while also promoting important cultural values and preserving Arab identity. This is part of Sharjah

Sharjah: The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has introduced a flexible volunteering initiative at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025), in line with the UAE’s ‘Year of Community 2025’ drive to strengthen civic engagement and promote volunteerism. According to Emirates News Agency, for the first time, the fair will allow individuals aged 15 and above to contribute through a flexible model that enables participation for just one hour or a single day. The initiative also enables students at schools and universities to complete the required volunteer hours for graduation. Tasks include supporting registration, reception, and surveys; assisting departments such

Sharjah: As part of its efforts to protect the marine environment, promote sustainable fisheries, and boost the fishing industry, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) has installed artificial reefs in the coastal waters of Sharjah, Ajman, and Ras Al Khaimah. According to Emirates News Agency, this initiative is part of MOCCAE’s ongoing efforts to address climate change impacts on coastal and marine environments. Artificial reefs offer a strategic solution to boost fish stocks, support sustainable fisheries, enhance national food security, and revitalize marine biodiversity. The artificial reefs installation programme was carried out in collaboration with the local authorities