Some of the authors that will be featured in the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature have been nominated for a prestigious children’s award. Jacqueline Wilson, Garth Nix and Lauren Child were nominated for the CILIP Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medal. One of the key focuses at the festival will be the children’s programme as it is an important part of the event with a massive draw for students all over the region. The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature will be on from March 1 to 12.
UAE President receives Albania's highest state honour
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been awarded Albania’s highest state honour, the Grand Star of the Supreme Order of the Eagle, in recognition of his role in strengthening UAE-Albania ties.
2 members of UAE Armed Forces martyred during training mission
The UAE Ministry of Defence has announced the martyrdom of two members of the UAE Armed Forces during a training mission in the country on Monday.
Five UAE aid convoys enter Gaza carrying 819 tonnes of supplies
Five UAE aid convoys entered the Gaza Strip over the last week carrying 819 tonnes of essential supplies.
Dubai to host inaugural RailX conference in 2027
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Monday that Dubai will host the inaugural RailX conference from May 31 to June 2, 2027, at the World Trade Centre.
