More than a million books will be on display at this year’s Sharjah International Book Fair. According to national news agency WAM, it will break its own record on the 34th season with a feature of more than 1,500 publishing houses from 64 countries. Seminars regarding literature, culture, book reviews, media, history and Arabic language will also be held three times a day. The fair will take place from November 4 - 14 at the Sharjah Expo Centre.
UAE President offers condolences to Jordanian King over church attack
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has offered his sincere condolences to Jordanian King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein in a phone call on Saturday over the victims of an attack targeting a church in Karak governorate.
UAE launches urgent earthquake relief response for Panama
The UAE has announced an urgent relief response campaign to assist those affected by the earthquake that struck various areas of Panama, causing material damage and widespread evacuations.
Ras Al Khaimah closes all beaches 'until further notice'
Ras Al Khaimah authorities have announced the closure of all beaches across the emirate until further notice.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan names FIX's popular 'Dubai Chocolate' for Dubai-it award
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has presented the Dubai-it Award in the business category to FIX Dessert for "introducing 'Dubai Chocolate' to the world".
