Culture & Education | Saturday 5 November, 2016 2:22 pm

HE Ahmed Bin Rakkad Al Ameri: “Sultan Al Qasimi orders AED4m grant for public libraries in Sharjah”

HE Ahmed bin Rakkad al Ameri, Chairman of Sharjah Book Authority, praised the generosity of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, with the grant enabling Sharjah Libraries to attain the latest titles and books from the 1,681...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 2 November, 2016 5:02 pm

Sultan Al Qasimi Opens Sharjah International Book Fair 2016

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, opened the 35th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF).   Themed ‘Read More’ and taking place at Expo Centre Sharjah, SIBF 2016 runs from November 2-12 and ...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 2 November, 2016 3:51 pm

Latest Library Trends to be explored at the 3rd American Library Association Conference

The latest issues and most topical developments relating to library services will be under discussion at the third edition of the American Library Association (ALA) conference, which takes place at Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) on November 8-10. The event, being held at the world’s...

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Culture & Education | Tuesday 1 November, 2016 5:25 pm

Experts Assessment on the Present and Future of Arab Publishing Provided to Conclude SIBF’s Professional Programme

The discussions on the second day of the 6th edition of Sharjah International Book Fair’s (SIBF) Professional Programme was dedicated entirely to understanding the Arab publishing market – recounting the challenges it faces today, notable advancements it has made in recent decades, and...

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Culture & Education | Tuesday 1 November, 2016 4:18 pm

Sharjah International Book Fair… Passion for Knowledge Driving Development

Since its inception in 1982, Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) has told an incredible story of development, advancement and growth. Now established as the third largest book fair in the world, SIBF has witnessed a huge transformation from its inaugural event through to its current 35th...

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Culture & Education | Tuesday 1 November, 2016 1:16 pm

Hamdan bin Mohammed Heritage Center participates in the Sharjah Book Fair 2016

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center (HHC) announced its participation at the 35th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair 2016 (SIBF), as it attends the Book fair for the third year consecutively. The book fair is organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) and runs 2nd-12th November 2016...

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Culture & Education | Monday 31 October, 2016 3:20 pm

Noura Al Noman to sign third part of her Sci-Fi Trilogy ‘Ajwan’ at Sharjah International Book Fair

Emirati science fiction writer Noura Al Noman will be signing copies of her new novel ‘Cydonia’ during the 35th edition of Sharjah International Book Fair. Taking place on Friday, November 4, the signing session will see sci-fi fans able to pick up a personalised copy of the third part...

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Culture & Education | Monday 31 October, 2016 2:37 pm

SIBF 2016 Commences the 6th Edition of Its Professional Programme

  In the fast-changing global dynamic of the publishing industry, the healthy coexistence of print and electronic media, and the role international collaborations can play in advancing their outreach within the Arab regions, was the cornerstone of day one’s discussions at the sixth...

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Culture & Education | Monday 31 October, 2016 2:31 pm

AUS signs an agreement with STEP Project

American University of Sharjah (AUS) signed an agreement with the STEP Project (Babson College, USA), making AUS the first university in the Middle East to be a part of an international consortium of universities studying successful entrepreneurial practices of family businesses over...

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Culture & Education | Monday 31 October, 2016 2:16 pm

HGTV launches in MENA, offering home improvement inspiration to beIN viewers

Leading U.S. home and lifestyle channel, HGTV launches in MENA on beIN pay-TV platform, for the first time tomorrow, alongside its brand new website that offers design tips and property advice designed specifically for the region.   The channel’s bespoke...

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