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Interview with Laaleen Sukhera: If Jane Austen Were Alive, She'd be Vastly Amused
Laaleen Sukhera What inspired the founding the Jane Austen Society of Pakistan and the Emirates? I found likeminded friends in Islamabad,...
Sands and City Magazine
Nov 16, 2024


“Between Sands and Stars”: SAKKU ART Calls to Celebrate UAE Identity, Heritage and Dreams
In a land where tradition meets innovation and ambition touches the skies, art becomes a bridge between the sands of history and the...
Sands and City Magazine
Nov 15, 2024


Ahmad Al Awadhi Rukni - First Emirati Artist to Paint Nikola Tesla
Ahmad Al Awadhi, known in the art community as Rukni, is a prominent artist from the United Arab Emirates, dedicated to preserving and...
Sands and City Magazine
Nov 15, 2024


Dr. Nina Abdul Razzak Wins the Gulf Insider Bahrain Innovation and Excellence Award
Nina Abdul Razzak In an inspiring achievement for educational innovation, Dr. Nina Abdul Razzak, an Associate Professor at the American...
Sands and City Magazine
Nov 13, 2024


Faeze Mohammed Wins 2024 Peru Bienal with Captivating Portrait “Monica Belucci”
In an exciting victory for Emirati art, Faeze Mohammed (who lives in Sharjah) has won this year's prestigious Peru Bienal, a prominent...
Sands and City Magazine
Nov 13, 2024


Global Poetry Epic “Manseerah” by Adel Khozam: A Worldwide Collaboration of 86 Poets
Emirati / Saudi poet Adel Khozam has unveiled a groundbreaking poetic collection titled “Manseerah”, a collaborative epic created with...
Sands and City Magazine
Oct 30, 2024


Hayam Safwat: Egypt’s Maestro in Illustration and Award-Winning Talent in the UAE
Hayam Safwat The world of children's literature is filled with vibrant colors, delightful characters, and powerful narratives that...
Sands and City Magazine
Oct 30, 2024


Writing the Unfinished - A Multigenre Workshop Series by Shatha Almutawa at the Kutubna Cultural Center
In a world that celebrates perfection and completion, the idea of revisiting unfinished projects and past failures can feel like opening...
Sands and City Magazine
Oct 28, 2024


Join the “25hours Around the World” Art Exhibition at 25hours Hotel, Dubai!
For all UAE-based artists, an exciting opportunity awaits at the 25hours Hotel, Dubai One Central, as Artezaar.com announces its...
Sands and City Magazine
Oct 26, 2024


A Literary Voyage with Dr. Sultan Al-Amimi at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2024
The Sharjah International Book Fair 2024 opened its doors to book lovers, artists, and culture enthusiasts from around the world, and...
Sands and City Magazine
Oct 26, 2024


The Big Heart Foundation’s Sharjah International Award for Refugee Advocacy & Support 2025: A Call for Change-Makers
The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF) has announced the 9th edition of the Sharjah International Award for Refugee Advocacy & Support (SIARA)...
Sands and City Magazine
Oct 25, 2024


“The Texture of Light”: Engaging Discussion on Nadia Al-Najjar’s Novel at Kalimat Library
The Knowledge Lounge in Dubai is set to host an engaging discussion on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024, at 7:30 PM, focusing on the...
Sands and City Magazine
Oct 21, 2024
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