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Wang Fangwen in Dubai When was the first time you visited the United Arab Emirates? What was your first impression of Dubai? The first time I went to Dubai, UAE, was on May 24, 2025. Since I was a child, I have heard the story of Aladdin's magic lamp from my teachers, and I have long been fascinated by this place. Finally, the place in my dreams has become real. The magic lamp hidden in my heart, symbolizing miracles, has been lit for many years. That day, as soon as we stepp

Award Ceremony The Aswar Art Centre in Sharjah—under the leadership of Dr. Noha Farhah and Mr. Salem Aljunaibi—successfully concluded the inspiring “Spirit of Sharjah” exhibition on January 10, 2026, at the creative and ever-growing SPARK Creative District. Organized in collaboration with the Thinking Art Foundation, the exhibition showcased the top ten artworks selected from more than 80 submissions by artists from across the UAE, the wider Middle East, and beyond. The event

Hayat Events & Arts Unveils a Powerful Virtual Group Art Exhibition Redefining Creative Connection In an era where creativity transcends physical space, Hayat Events & Arts  has once again redefined the artistic experience with its latest virtual group art exhibition, “INFINITE STROKES.” The exhibition stands as a compelling testament to the boundless nature of imagination, where artists from diverse cultures, disciplines, and perspectives unite on one shared digital canvas.

Novak Djokovic (Photo: Globe Sports Award) When Legends Honor Legends: Ronaldo Salutes Djokovic in Dubai Dubai once again proved why it has become a global crossroads of sport, prestige, and symbolism. At the 16th Globe Soccer Awards, held at Atlantis The Royal, a moment stood out beyond trophies and titles: Cristiano Ronaldo honoring Novak Djokovic with the newly introduced Globe Sports Award. It was not merely an exchange between two champions of different sports—it was a r

The Sharjah Book Authority has officially announced the opening of submissions for the 2026 Sharjah Children’s Book Award—one of the region’s most respected platforms dedicated to children’s and young adult literature. The award aims to spotlight exceptional books that inspire young minds, spark imagination, and enrich the reading experience of children and teens across the Arab world and beyond. This annual award encourages writers, illustrators, and publishers to present wo

A powerful dialogue between identity, heritage, and artistic expression is arriving in Jeddah this November. From 06 November 2025 to 06 January 2026, Novotel Jeddah Tahlia will host “Where Do You Come From…?”, an exhibition organized by ZeeArts Gallery that shines a luminous spotlight on Arab women artists and the cultural stories that shape them. Following its successful first edition in the Netherlands, this second installment comes to Saudi Arabia with renewed purpose: to

Dubai witnessed a vibrant celebration of the 54 th UAE National Day as Art4you Gallery successfully hosted a unique Camel Live Art Celebration on 23 November 2025 at Mehromah Art House. The event brought together a diverse group of artists who created live artworks on specially crafted camel-shaped wooden sculptures, transforming a national symbol into powerful visual stories of heritage, unity, and pride. The camel, a timeless emblem of Emirati resilience, journey, and dese

Dubai-based Serbian author and multidisciplinary creative with PhD in Literature, Ana S. Gad announces the release of her new children’s fairytale, Sara and the White Dragon , a gentle and empowering story whose heroine is a young girl with Down syndrome. Centering a child with a disability as the brave savior of her community, the book invites children and adults alike to rethink what true strength, courage, and beauty look like. The Arabic edition of the book was published

Passionate About Storytelling, Enamored with Reading, and Infatuated with Travel Ashraf Aboul-Yazid: “My Creations Are Worlds of My Thoughts, Open for Readers to Visit” — For the writer, poet, and translator Ashraf Aboul-Yazid, the diversity of his literary output is like a river branching across a journey—watering a field here, nurturing a garden there, or moistening a single rose in a pot on a distant balcony. He began his literary career as a poet, publishing his first col

On 14 December 2025, the Kismet Art Café will host a transcendent evening of creativity and culture with its final gallery event of the year: Art of Bosnia. Curated by the Emerald Network, this showcase promises to be a luminous celebration of spiritual aesthetics, cultural memory, and artistic mastery. A Fusion of Tradition and Contemporary Expression The featured collection, titled "Echoes of Divine Beauty," brings together a compelling mix of Islamic calligraphy and abstra

On December 13, 2025, at 7:30 PM, the international community of Dubai is invited to witness a cultural event of historic significance: the first official performance of Franz Schubert’s Die Winterreise ever presented in the city. This landmark recital will take place at the House of Pianos, in collaboration with Steinway & Sons, and will feature the acclaimed bass-baritone André Angenendt and distinguished pianist Margarita Ryzhenko. Together, they will bring to life one of

Spirit of the Union: An Emirati Celebration Through Art The Cultural & Scientific Association in Dubai is preparing to mark the UAE’s 54th National Day with a special celebration titled «عـ54ـاماً متحدون»  (54 Years...United). On Monday, November 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM , the Nadwa headquarters in Al Mamzar, Dubai , will open its doors for an evening that brings together heritage, creativity, and the collective pride of a nation. Among the Emirati talents contributing to the exh