Three directors from the Gulf have been nominated for the fourth IWC Filmmaker Award. The directors will be presenting their films at the 12th Dubai International Film Festival which is on from December 9-16. The nominees are Emirati director Layla Kaylif for “The Letter Writer”, Qatar's Khalifa Al Muraikhi for “Sahaab” and Saudi Shahad Ameen for “Scales”. The winner will receive a cash prize of around AED 367,000.
UAE confirms school calendar for next three years
The UAE's Ministry of Education has approved the academic calendar for the next three years, covering 2026 to 2029, for public and private schools.
UAE announces Eid Al Fitr holidays for public, private sectors
The UAE government has announced Eid Al Fitr holidays for the public and private sectors.
UAE backs next-gen leaders with major scholarship programme
The UAE is expanding its efforts to nurture the next generation of leaders through a major initiative targeting young Emiratis and Arab residents.
Ajman Crown Prince reviews preparations for 'Humaid Air Bridge'
The final preparations for the launch of the 'Humaid Air Bridge' to Gaza have been reviewed in Ajman.
