Al ain: Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, the Al Ain Book Festival 2025 launches tomorrow at Al Ain Square – Hazza bin Zayed Stadium and several cultural venues across the city, offering a weeklong program from 24 to 30 November. According to Emirates News Agency, the Festival is organized by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi). It aims to enhance Al Ain’s status as a national hub for literary creativity and knowledge exchange.

Bel©m: Governments worldwide have reached a settlement at the United Nations Climate Change Conference COP30 in Brazil, focusing on increasing financial aid for poorer nations impacted by global warming. Notably, the agreement does not reference the fossil fuels that significantly contribute to climate change. According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement, finalized after extended negotiations in Bel©m, highlighted divisions between developed and developing countries and among governments with differing views on oil, gas, and coal. The agreement initiates a process for climate bodies to examine how international trade can align with climate action, addressing concerns over trade barriers that may

Ottawa: A global press conference broadcast by CPAC television and a high-level parliamentary forum in Ottawa placed knowledge, dialogue, and religious cooperation at the centre of international efforts to counter extremism and strengthen peaceful coexistence. Hosted by the Canadian Parliament and Senate, the meetings were organised by TRENDS Research and Advisory in cooperation with the Global Imams Council. The events took place on the final day of the TRENDS Research Tour to Canada, held at the invitation of Canadian MP Shuvaloy Majumdar and Senator Leo Housakos. According to Emirates News Agency, the press conference featured Imam Mohammed Tawhidi, Advisor on

Dubai: The 1 Billion Followers Summit, the world’s first and largest event dedicated to the content creation industry, has announced that “Dinner in the Sky”-one of Dubai’s and the world’s most unique hospitality experiences-has joined as a Partner for the fourth edition of the Summit. The event will take place in Dubai from 9th to 11th January 2026, across Jumeirah Emirates Towers, the Dubai International Financial Centre, and the Museum of the Future, under the theme ‘Content for Good.’ According to Emirates News Agency, this partnership reflects the shared commitment of the 1 Billion Followers Summit and Dinner in the

Damascus: A delegation from the International Charity Organisation (ICO) began today a visit to the Syrian Arab Republic, with the aim of launching charitable and humanitarian projects in several governorates. These include the maintenance of wells, the restoration of mosques, and the provision of 16 ambulances and 55 modern dialysis machines for hospitals. According to Emirates News Agency, the delegation’s visit also includes inspecting 30 charitable projects being implemented by the ICO in the fields of healthcare, education, and water supply for the neediest areas, as well as the delivery of food aid to low-income families, in addition to orphan

Dubai: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Supreme Space Council, presided over the Council’s second meeting, focusing on the UAE’s new strategic approach for the space sector. According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting highlighted three core objectives: establishing the UAE as a leading hub with an agile and investment-friendly space ecosystem, positioning the nation as a global leader in space partnerships and market access, and developing world-class space infrastructure and facilities that adhere to international standards. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan also assessed the

Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA), in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, hosted the third edition of the WED Fun Run at Zayed Sports City Stadium. The Run, held during Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week 2025, is an initiative of ECA’s World Early Childhood Development (WED) Movement, a global platform that connects ideas, people, and systems to turn early childhood development knowledge into action. Derived from the Arabic word ‘WED,’ meaning affection and nurturing care, the Movement reflects the UAE’s belief that innovation and tradition can advance hand in hand. According to Emirates News Agency,

Hatta: The Supreme Committee for Development of Hatta, chaired by Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, has finalized a series of development projects in the Hatta region. The initiative is part of the Hatta Comprehensive Development Plan, aiming to improve the quality of life and services for residents and visitors. According to Emirates News Agency, the completed projects include the Hatta Dam Amphitheatre, a new school, and a prototype housing unit in Makan. Additionally, a 15-kilometre mountain biking trail and a 10-kilometre hiking trail have