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Palestinian institutions laud UNESCO decisions protecting
RAMALLAH — Palestinian official institutions have hailed the unanimous adoption by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee of four decisions ....
Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery in Paris after royal jewels
PARIS — The Louvre's Apollo Gallery reopened to the public on Wednesday for the first time since thieves stole French crown jewels worth 88 ....
The Charm of Ajman: The UAE's Smallest but Most Laid-Back
Ajman, the smallest of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, punches well above its weight in character and charm. Despite its ....
Liwa Rutab Festival 2026: Celebrating the UAE's Desert Date
The 22nd edition of the Liwa Rutab Festival is open now, running from July 14 to 23, 2026, in the city of Liwa in Abu Dhabi's Al Dhafra Region ....
The Most Sacred Landmarks in Asia
Asia is home to some of the world's oldest and most spiritually significant sites, spanning Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and beyond. Whether carved ....
Sharjah Ruler Orders Revival of Khorfakkan Historic Souq
Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi has directed a full restoration and expansion of the historic market, turning it into a dedicated hub for ....
From a Guadeloupean Plantation to Houston: The Samuel
In 1861, a ship left a port in southern India carrying labourers bound for a French sugar colony they had likely never heard of. They carried very ....
UAE to introduce Arabic Language Law by 2027 to protect
A comprehensive policy to improve the role of the Arabic language in the country will include a wide-range of government initiatives across various ....
UAE: Over 133 tribes to take part in Union Parade at Sheikh
The Union Parade in Sheikh Zayed Festival Site, Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, at 4 December is the participation of more than 133 UAE tribes to mark the ....
Why UAE National Day is now called Eid Al Etihad: What it
December 2 has long been a day of national pride, unity and celebration in the UAE — for over 50 years, in fact. Yet you might have spotted a ....
Sharjah library turns 100: How Ruler's home turned into a
The Sharjah Public Library serves as a monument to the emirate's forefathers literary and scholarly pursuits for 1 century. It started from the ....
Sadanam Mahotsavam 2025: The Epic Tribute of Kerala Rich
Sadanam Dubai is pleased to present the 13th edition of Sadanam Mahotsavam 2025, a cultural show which will celebrate Kerala’s rich culture in ....