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2nd Annual Dubomedy International Performing Arts Festival – Call for performers

The 2nd Annual Dubomedy International Performing Arts Festival (DIPAF) will be held from November 30- December 3, 2011. In their efforts to continue providing a...

Attractions of Al Gharbia

Madinat Zayed The unofficial capital of Al Gharbia, Madinat Zayed is a booming township rich in traditional architecture and surrounded by lush farms, which are...

International Women’s Day: A day of Honor and Hope

Every year on 8 March, the International Women’s Day, we celebrate the social, economic and political achievements of women worldwide and show our respect...

The British Council and Sharjah Art Museum host public debate on...

The British Council and Sharjah Art Museum hosted a public debate on contemporary cultural issues as part of Lure of the East: British Orientalist...
Abu Dhabi has developed into one of the world’s great cultural hubs

Explore Abu Dhabi’s Past and Present Through Four Famous Landmarks

A kaleidoscope of colour, Abu Dhabi has developed into one of the world’s great cultural hubs with a focus on celebrating its unique Emirati...

Selection of 37 in-competition shorts at Gulf Film Festival depicts myriad...

The Gulf Film Festival, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Majid Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Culture...

Kalima and UPP team up to bring Arabic Readers the World...

Kalima, a major new translation initiative by the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH), which funds the translation, publication and distribution of...

Groundbreaking Initiative for children at Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization

Enthusiastic Museum Guides at the Islamic Museum of Civilization have devised a pioneering workshop for 15 children and young adults which were launched this July

Ramadan Tidbits

The Holy Month of Ramadan is marked not only in the Middle East, but all over the world. It is an event of a...

10 Best Books for Christmas Gift in 2015

The best books for Christmas gift are usually the most popular new releases during the season. You know, these books that everyone is really...

France honours DIFF Chairman with ‘Knight of the Order of Arts...

French Government has honoured Abdulhamid Juma, Chairman of the Dubai International Film Festival and the Gulf Film Festival, with the ‘Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters’ award

ProArt Gallery Opens it’s Doors to Dubai & GCC Collectors

At a time where Art, Culture and Heritage has become more and more vibrant in Dubai and the GCC region; ProArt Gallery...

DIFF movies hot on Oscar buzz

As global buzz for the 82nd Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) gains steam, the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) 2009 selection of movies...

Eid al-Adha on the sunset of 7th of December

In the Muslim calander, a holiday begins on the sunset of the previous day, so observing Muslims will celebrate Eid al-Adha on the sunset...

Ministry of Culture, Youth and Community Development (MCYCD) announced a cultural...

Cultural activities by other government departments to come under MCYCD umbrella The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Community Development (MCYCD) has announced a cultural...

Restaurants in Dubai to Operates as Normal during Ramadan Fasting Hours

Dubai’s Department of Economic Development (Dubai Economy) today issued a circular stating that restaurants in Dubai will not have to screen visible dining areas...

Emirati Designers to attend Design Road Professional Programme

The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated Authority for culture, arts, and heritage; Tashkeel, an independent resource for artists and...

Thailand’s Ambassador to U.A.E. opens residence for all to enjoy Thai...

Free Admission for Authentic Thai Experience The Thai Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, His Excellency Somchai Charanasomboon invites all to the Ambasador's Residence...