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    Launch of the Coding Challenge Competition at UMEX and SimTEX 2024

    UAE, Abu Dhabi, 5 December 2023: The Higher Organizing Committee of Unmanned Systems Exhibitions (UMEX 2024) and the Simulation and Training Exhibitions (SimTEX 2024), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and taking place from 23 to 25 January 2024 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), has announced the launch of the “Programming Challenge” competition, which aims to build national competencies in specialized programming sectors. Organized by ADNEC Group in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Defense, UMEX and SimTEX 2024 are the only events of their kind in the region that specialize in the unmanned systems, robotics and artificial intelligence industries, while providing simulation and training in both the commercial and civil sectors as ......read more

    Team Abu Dhabi Face Familiar Rivals as New Series Launches in Khor Fakkan

    Al Zaffain, Bin Hendi aim for another Class 3 victory in Fazza Abu Dhabi, UAE, 3rd December, 2023: Team Abu Dhabi will be up against familiar rivals when they look to start the new UAE Class-3 Offshore Powerboat Championship with a victory in Khor Fakkan on Thursday. The experienced pairings of Faleh Al Mansoori with Shaun Torrente in Abu Dhabi 4 and Rashed Al Tayer alongside Majed Al Mansoori in Abu Dhabi 5 expect a highly competitive opening round, which is part of the Khor Fakkan Marine Festival. The revival of Class 3 racing in the UAE began earlier this year, with Arif Al Zaffain and Nadir Bin Hendi taking Fazza to victory in Abu Dhabi. They will be among the leading contenders in the new championship getting under way in Khor Fakkan, with further rounds to follow in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. Team Abu Dhabi can also ......read more

    World Tennis League Unveils Full Player Roster with Thrilling Matchups Set for Season Two

    • Organisers confirm full line-up of tennis talent with 16 global stars set to take to the court in Abu Dhabi   • ATP World No. 9 Hubert Hurkacz and World No. 10 Taylor Fritz among star-studded list to feature at Etihad Arena in December.     • Organisers reveal special National Day Discount with up to 52% off tickets to catch the Meteora World Tennis League action from 21st to 24th December   Abu Dhabi, UAE, 1 December 2023: The Meteora World Tennis League (WTL) has revealed its stellar tennis line-up for Season 2 in full, confirming the final 10 tennis players and the teams they will represent in Abu Dhabi.   Ahead of the second edition which takes place at Yas Island’s Etihad Arena, organisers confirmed men’s World No. 9 Hubert Hurkacz, Taylor Fritz ......read more

    Jeddah's Hayy Cinema Celebrates One-Year Milestone with Nawartuna

    Jeddah; Art Jameel, the independent organisation that supports artists and nurtures creative communities, celebrates the one-year anniversary of launching Hayy Cinema at Hayy Jameel, Jeddah’s home for the arts, marked by a collaborative programme with Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF). This milestone is marked by a year of engagement with the local community which included more than 180 Saudi, regional and International films screened across thematic programmes, graduation screenings, festivals and competitions.  The celebration unfolds with an exclusive, free exhibition titled ‘Nawartuna: The Illuminating Legacy of Asmahan and Farid Al Atrash’ (December 4, 2023 – January 11, 2024) and a screening of a meticulously restored Egyptian classic, Victory of Youth (1941), debuting on December 3, 2023, ......read more

    The 8th UK Qatar Festival Closes with New Partnerships and Increased Awareness on Sustainability and Communities

    Doha, 29 November 2023  –  British Council Qatar celebrates another successful UK Festival with newly forged UK-Qatar connections, organisational partnerships, and increased public awareness of sustainability and communities.   On 25 November 2023, the 8th UK Qatar Festival came to a close after three weeks of cultural thought-provoking activities that brought together UK and Qatari artists and Qatari organisations and engaged communities across Qatar, including many women and girls, on the theme of sustainability and communities. This year’s festival saw many highlights, from a photography competition to textile recycling workshops, sustainable arts installations, sustainable fashion shows, Comic art workshops and Family UK day   Driven by the cultural activities, the UK Festival led to ......read more

    Team Abu Dhabi primed for Double UAE Challenge

    As F1H2O season reaches climax in Sharjah, new Class 3 series gets under way in Khor Fakkan  Abu Dhabi, UAE, 29th November, 2023: Team Abu Dhabi are primed for a big challenge on two powerboat racing stages as one season begins and another reaches its conclusion in the UAE next week. The experienced pairings of Faleh Al Mansoori with Shaun Torrente and Rashed Al Tayer alongside Majed Al Mansoori are lined up for the opening round of the new UAE Class-3 Offshore Powerboat Championship getting under way in Khor Fakkan on 7th December. Three days later, triple world champion Torrente will join forces with Thani Al Qemzi and Rashed Al Qemzi as Team Abu Dhabi look for a winning climax to the 2023 UIM F1H2O World Championship at the season’s final round in Sharjah. While Sweden’s Jonas Andersson has already secured ......read more

    Dubai Municipality Team wins Title of the Cricket Competition of the 5th "Labor Sports Tournament"

    Dubai Municipality Team has won the title of the cricket competition of the 5th edition of the "Labor Sports Tournament", the biggest of its kind, which is organized by Dubai Sports Council (DSC) in collaboration with the Permanent Committee of Labor Affairs in Dubai & Dubai Police, and under title "Their Happiness is Our Goal".   Participants in the 5th edition of the Tournament, which will continue up to 13th March 2024, compete in 11 sports competitions; these are: basketball, football, road race, arm wrestling, badminton, volleyball, swimming, tug of war, yoga, cricket & kabaddi.   The cricket competition took place at the Laborer Residential Area in Jebel Ali. Dubai Municipality gained 1st place, followed by Farnek Co. in the 2nd place and Dulsco Co. Team in the 3rd place. The competition ......read more

    Ethereal Echoes Showcases a Celestial Collaboration of Art & Couture

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, November 24, 2023 — Ethereal Echoes, a pioneering exhibition introduces a collaboration between Marina Fedorova, an international contemporary artist and Yousef Akbar, a Saudi Arabian fashion designer. The exhibition is a multifaceted dialogue between art, fashion, and culture enriched by digital reality, running from 25 November- 9 December 2023 at the FWD by MOKSYZ Boutique Centria Mall in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.   The two creatives share a common vision to build a platform that redefines classical art and fashion design narratives. This extraordinary collaborative endeavour will unfold at the avant-garde setting of the FWD by MOKSYZ Boutique Centria Mall, nestled in the heart of Riyadh.   «It's a unique collaboration between two artists from different media — ......read more

    Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children Winter Camp: Arts and Cultural Entertainment aimed at discovering Young Artists

    Dubai, UAE, 27 November 2023: Dubai Culture and Art Authority (Dubai Culture) presents a vast creative space for participants through Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children. The winter camp, themed ‘Unlock the power of art,’ will take place starting from 11 to 15 December for the first week and from 18 to 22 December for the second week. The camp features a range of artistic workshops enabling children to experience various art forms, including music, pottery, theatre, drawing, animation, cooking, and the art of Arabic calligraphy. This camp highlights Dubai Culture's efforts to encourage children to express their talents and discover their potential.  Adel Omar, Senior Special Project and Media Director at Al Jalila Cultural Centre affirmed that the winter camp provides a comprehensive learning environment that ......read more

    As Voting Opens for Dubai Globe Soccer Awards, European Champions Man City Dominate Nominations

    Thirteen Premier League stars on 30-man list for Best Men’s Player at glittering gala event to be held alongside Dubai International Sports Conference at Atlantis, the Palm on January 19 Hosted by Dubai Sports Council, two new Middle East awards join line-up, while Haaland, Kane, Mbappe, and Ronaldo contest Maradona Award for top goal-scorer in 2023 Dubai, UAE – November 21, 2023: Ten of Manchester City’s UEFA Champions League-winning squad, Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane, Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham, and Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah are among the 30 contenders for Best Men’s Player at the annual Dubai Globe Soccer Awards, which will take place alongside the 18th Dubai International Sports Conference in partnership with Dubai Sports Council on January 19 at the five-star Atlantis, The ......read more

    Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed inaugurates 15th Edition of Abu Dhabi Art

    Abu Dhabi, 21 November 2023:  His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has inaugurated the 15th edition of Abu Dhabi Art, organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi.   During the visit, His Highness toured the galleries and met with renowned artists Nujoom Al Ghanem, Mohamed Ahmed Ibrahim and Hashel Al Lamki. His Highness also met with curators including Dyala Nusseibeh, Director of Abu Dhabi Art, as well as guest curators who are exhbiting works from around the world.    His Highness highlighted how the expansion of Abu Dhabi Art, as it reaches its 15th year, has grown in step with Abu Dhabi’s rich cultural scene and helped establish the emirate as a leading hub for art and culture. His ......read more

    Art Jameel Commissions Sustainability Pavilion At Jameel Arts Centre In Dubai For Cop28, Designed By Adib Dada Of Architecture Practice TheOtherDada

    - Tarabot: Weaving a Living Forum is a pavilion designed by regenerative consultancy and architecture practice theOtherDada, showcasing innovative materials developed locally  - Tarabot is commissioned by Art Jameel and supported by Abdul Latif Jameel Saudi Arabia - Telling the story of the UAE’s landscapes through material and design, Tarabot is a pioneering, sustainable and immersive structure hosting talks, presentations and community programmes during COP28 and through April 2024 - Jameel Arts Centre serves as a home during COP and beyond for multidisciplinary members of the local and the international community working across culture and climate change    November 21, 2023 —   Art Jameel, an organisation that supports artists and creative communities, announces the launch of ......read more

    Manar Abu Dhabi Transforms Abu Dhabi's Natural Vistas into an Experiential Citywide Light Art Exhibition

    Public light art exhibition Manar Abu Dhabi runs until 30 January 2024 with new site-specific commissions, light sculptures, projections, and immersive artworks installed across key locations in the city including Corniche Road and Beach, the Eastern Mangroves, Fahid Island, Jubail Mangrove Park, Lulu Island, Saadiyat Island and Al Samaliyah Island. The group exhibition features over 20 local, regional and international artists including Ayman Zedani, Carsten Höller, Jim Denevan, Latifa Saeed, Luciana Abait, Mohammed Kazem, Nadia Kaabi-Linke, Nujoom Al Ghanem, Rain Wu, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer, Samia Halaby, Shezad Dawood, teamLab and more. Curated by Reem Fadda and Alia Zaal Lootah, the exhibition is a key pillar of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi’s Public Art Abu Dhabi initiative, which is committed ......read more

    National Multiple Sclerosis Society Drives Ms Awareness and Advocacy through Art with Participation at Abu Dhabi Art Fair

    Abu Dhabi, UAE, 20 November 2023: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) has announced its participation in the highly anticipated annual Abu Dhabi Art Fair (ADA). This prestigious event, known for bringing together local and international galleries and exhibitions, will host NMSS's commissioned installation, showcasing the society's commitment to raising awareness of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Established under the Ministry of Community Development, NMSS is a UAE-based NGO that leverages education, advocacy, and global cure-seeking efforts to improve the lives of people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The Society’s participation in the fair, which runs from 22-26 November, will see the commissioning of a two-part installation curated by Dirwaza Curatorial Lab to raise awareness of MS, inspire advocacy, and ......read more

    Emirates Post Launches Postal Portraits Photography Competition

    November 18, 2023: Emirates Post, the official postal operator and leading express provider in the UAE, launched the Postal Portraits Photography Competition with the aim of fostering connections within communities through the art of photography. The competition, initiated last month, invites participants to capture the essence of the UAE’s rich cultural heritage and way of life.  Structured around distinct quarterly themes, the competition will offer a dynamic display of the diverse way of life that define the Emirates’ cultural landscape. Running until September 30, 2024, this initiative invites participants to capture the vibrancy of the Emirates' postal experiences through their photographic lens.   Participants in the competition can showcase their talent but also win rewards. Each month the ......read more

    42 Abu Dhabi Welcomes Emirati two-time World Champion in its Third Chess Tournament

    Abu Dhabi, UAE, 16 November 2023: 42 Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital’s innovative and disruptive coding school that provides a unique peer-to-peer, gamified learning methodology, hosted the third edition of its chess tournament in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Chess Club & Mind games. The tournament was held in 42 Abu Dhabi’s campus on the 15th of November 2023. During the tournament, 42 Abu Dhabi students competed with Rouda Essa al Serkal, who has gained recognition as a two-time world chess champion and winner of the Asian Amateur Chess Championship for Women 2023. Utilizing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills, 42 Abu Dhabi students showcased their talent by implementing innovative strategies that pushed the boundaries of the game. The tournament provided a comprehensive and interactive platform for ......read more

    Artistic Mural Adorns the Facade of Al Safa Art and Design Library

    Dubai, UAE, 16 November, 2023: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is embarking on a project to enrich the local art scene with an artistic gypsum mural adorning the facade of Al Safa Art and Design Library. This artistic masterpiece draws inspiration from Dubai's heritage, showcasing its cultural diversity and the vibrancy of its contemporary art scene. This initiative, part of the ongoing renovation efforts for the space, aligning with Dubai Culture's Dubai Public Art strategy, seeks to transform the emirate into an open, accessible, and global art gallery. This strategy presents artistic experiences that enhance visual culture, foster innovation, enrich the cultural and artistic sector, and support Dubai's creative economy. This mural by Lebanese artist Chafa Ghaddar is part of Dubai Culture's efforts ......read more

    #Art_Jameel Announces the Opening of new Exhibition in Jeddah; “At the Edge of Land”

    Jeddah: Art Jameel, an organisation supporting artists and creative communities, announces the opening of a major new group exhibition titled 'At the Edge of Land’ (on view through to April 16, 2024). The exhibition investigates the intricate and often concealed relationships between landscapes and trade and their interconnected geographies, resources and commodities. Through stories that trace trade routes to and from Jeddah, ‘At the Edge of Land’ draws parallels between the movement of goods and people, crossing lands, canals and rivers. The two-floor Hayy Arts exhibition brings together new commissions, loans and critical, key works from the Art Jameel Collection by international artists showing in Saudi Arabia for the first time.  The selection of artists and artworks presented here traces the trade ......read more

    Madina's First Cinema Project Achieved by Empire Cinemas

    Madina, Saudi Arabia, 15th November 2023: Empire Cinemas has expanded its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia after opening its first branch in the Madina region. Located at Al Rashid Mall, it is the 10th branch to be opened by Empire Cinema in Saudi Arabia with the cinema home to 10 screens and a capacity of 764 seats. It also includes a children’s theatre and a designated play area while the industry’s latest cutting-edge technologies help deliver compelling experiences for visitors. The new branch in Madina is part of Empire Cinema’s on-going efforts to provide great cinema experience for all cinemagoers every time and will contribute to the growth of Saudi’s cinema sector. In Q2 of 2023, the Kingdom’s cinema sector recorded a growth of 28 per cent. Gino Hadad, the Chief Executive Officer of ......read more

    Remarkable Success & Distinctive Participation of Female Employees in the Padel Competition of the 11th "Sheikha Hind Women's Sports Tournament"

    The padel competition of the 11th edition of "Sheikha Hind Women's Sports Tournament" was successfully concluded on 12th Nov. 2023 with distinctive participation of female employees, represented 43 teams from various governmental, semi-governmental & private entities.    "Sheikha Hind Women's Sports Tournament" is organized by Dubai Sports Council, aiming to attract women sports talents and to increase the level of women's awareness with the importance of the exercise of sport & physical activities.   The Tournament, the biggest of its kind, is held with participation of more than 1000 female employees of various ages & muti-nationalities, and it is scheduled to be concluded on 20th Nov.   Participants in the Tournament compete in 7 sports competitions; these are: ......read more

    Ooredoo Kuwait Sponsors Boost Football Team to Promote Amateur Football in Kuwait

    Kuwait City, November 7th , 2023 – In an exciting development, Ooredoo Kuwait, the telecom giant, has sponsored Boost Football Team in the Kuwait Women’s Football League, an innovative initiative dedicated to nurturing young female athletes in Kuwait. The partnership promises to reshape the local sports scene and provide an electrifying fusion of entertainment and athletic excellence. The Kuwait Women’s Football League is a unique concept that unites football enthusiasts with local club players, providing an exhilarating fusion of entertainment and sport. What distinguishes the league is its dedication to delivering an enjoyable and competitive experience while upholding the standards of a top-tier sports organization. This innovative approach elevates the concept of amateur female football leagues, ensuring an ......read more

    The 11th "Sheikha Hind Women's Sports Tournament" to kick off on Thursday 9th Nov. with Participation of 1000 Female Players

    The 11th edition of "Sheikha Hind Women's Sports Tournament", the biggest of its kind, will be held from 9th to 20th Nov. 2023 with participation of more than 1000 female players.   The Tournament is organized by Dubai Sports Council, aiming to attract women sports talents and to increase the level of women's awareness with the importance of the exercise of sport & physical activities.   Participants in the Tournament will compete in 7 sports competitions; these are: bowling, running, cycling, padel, badminton, shooting & obstacles challenge.   The current edition of the Tournament to be kicked off with the bowling competition, scheduled on Thursday 9th Nov. 2023 at Dubai International Bowling Center – Al-Mamzar. Winners in both individual & team categories will be honored on the ......read more

    Asian Basketball Confederation Convenes its First Meeting at Dubai Sports Council's Premises in the Presence of FIBA's President & Secretary General

    The Asian Basketball Confederation convened its first meeting after the election of its Board for the new term 2023 – 2027.    The meeting was held at Dubai Sports Council's premises in the presence of H.E. Sheikh Saud Bin Ali Al-Thani, the President of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) / H.E. Andreas Zaklis, the Secretary General of FIBA.   The meeting was chaired by Dr. Govinddraj Kambardi, President of the Asian Basketball Confederation, in the presence of the Chinese world star Yao Ming, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Asian Basketball Confederation / Major General Ismail Al-Garqawi, President of the UAE Basketball Association and President of the Arab Basketball Federation, besides other Board's members of the Asian Confederation.   The meeting discussed the Asian ......read more

    9 International & Local Championships Boost Dubai's Status as Destination of Challenge Sports

    The Emirate of Dubai continues to host further sports challenges & obstacle races, aiming to boost the Emirate's status as a favorite global destination and a city where challenge sports are hosted.   In this regard, Dubai will witness the organization of 9 local & international championships in various challenge sports taking place at different locations in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council. The challenge sports vary among the desert, mud, water, ice & mountain challenges and will attract thousands of professionals & amateurs of multi-nationalities & different physical levels from UAE & overseas.   Mud Challenge:   Top on the list of these sports championships is the Mud Challenge, one of the most famous obstacle races, which will take place on 11th & 12th Nov. 2023 at Jebel Ali ......read more

    3500 Contestants Participate in the Running Competition of the 5th "Labor Sports Tournament"

    More than 3500 laborers from various companies & corporations participated in the running competition of the 5th edition of the "Labor Sports Tournament", the biggest of its kind, which is organized by Dubai Sports Council (DSC) in collaboration with the Permanent Committee of Labor Affairs in Dubai & Dubai Police, and under title "Their Happiness is Our Goal".   Participants in the 5th edition of the Tournament, which will continue up to 13th March 2024, compete in 11 sports competitions; these are: basketball, football, running, arm wrestling, badminton, volleyball, swimming, tug of war, yoga, cricket & kabaddi.   The running competition was held at the Laborers Residential Area in Muhaisna 4, where contestants competed in two different distances; these were: 5 km & 3 km.   In ......read more

    Emirates Literature Foundation Launches the Second Round of 'Book in a Box' Competition - Showcasing Creative Storytelling Through Dioramas

    Dubai, UAE, 24 October 2023: The highly anticipated ‘Arcadia Book in a Box’ competition returns to inspire creativity and imagination among primary school students in the UAE.    Organized by the Emirates Literature Foundation, in collaboration with Arcadia School, this unique event fosters collaborative learning, recycling efforts, and literary exploration as participants create dioramas representing their chosen books or book scenes using recycled materials. Kicking off the competition on the right note, Arcadia launched the competition with a workshop at their school, featuring the artist and curator, Ahmed Al Enezi.   The 'Arcadia Book in a Box' competition encourages teachers and students to embark on a collective journey of visual storytelling aiming to showcase the originality of ......read more

    DP World Tour Championship's Luckiest Ball on Earth Winners to Tee up with World's Best Golfers

    • Three UAE amateur golfers win competition to play in the DP World Tour Championship Rolex Pro-Am • All three will now play alongside a leading professional as part of ‘Team Luckiest Ball on Earth’   Sunday 5 November 2023, Dubai, UAE – The three winners of this year’s Luckiest Ball on Earth Grand Final will tee up alongside some of golf’s biggest names in the DP World Tour Championship Rolex Pro-Am event on Tuesday 14th November.   UAE amateur golfers David Warham (Jumeirah Golf Estates Club, 37 points), Misun Kim (Abu Dhabi City Golf Club, 39 points) and Hashem Shana’ah (Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club, 41 points ACPO) were yesterday crowned the respective winners of the men's, ladies and junior divisions of the Luckiest Ball on Earth Grand Final, at Jumeirah ......read more

    Inaugural FIM World Supercross Championship Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Etihad Arena a Roaring Success

    • Etihad Arena was transformed into a dirt track for the first time ever to host the event's Middle East debut, the penultimate race in the Championship  • 40 riders competed in 2 race categories with Joey Savatgy taking the victory in the WSX (450cc) category and Max Anstie placing first on the podium for the SX2 (250cc) class • 20 UAE junior riders also participated in their own race categories, the 65cc and the 85cc   Abu Dhabi, 5 November 2023: The highly anticipated FIM World Supercross Championship Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the penultimate race in the Championship, concluded its Middle East debut today at Etihad Arena, which was transformed into a sandy dirt track battlefield for the occasion.   Fans packed into the arena in the UAE's capital to enjoy a full day of world class ......read more

    Italian Strikes Regatta Gold in Abu Dhabi

    Abu Dhabi, UAE, 6th November, 2023:  Italy’s Mattia Di Martino produced a composed display to clinch the gold medal at the 2023 Optimist Asian and Oceanian Championship in Abu Dhabi. Di Martino followed up his four victories in five qualifying rounds with another two wins in the four gold fleet races that rounded off the regatta in the UAE capital. Spain’s Joan Domingo claimed the silver medal after adding a gold fleet race win to his three qualifying victories, while Turkey’s Mehmet Erkut Budak took the bronze. Adding to the Italian celebrations at Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club (ADMSC), Sara Anzellotti finished fourth overall to top the girls’ standings ahead of Brazil’s Laura Neves and another member of the Italian team, Anna Chiara Merlo. Singapore’s Ethan CHIA, placed fifth in the ......read more

    Baseball United Establishes Historic Partnership with Dubai Baseball Little League

    New agreement will help promote youth baseball and community development across Dubai Dubai, UAE November 2, 2023- Dubai-based Baseball United, the region’s first-ever professional baseball league, announced today a partnership with Dubai Little League (DLL), the region’s preeminent youth baseball organization. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the growth and development of baseball in the region, enabling a top-down and bottom-up approach from the youth to the professional level. The new partnership will include youth clinics, player appearances, and financial support. It will also include preferred pricing and special promotions for DLL members for Baseball United’s upcoming All-Star Showcase event, a two-game series between Baseball United’s East All-Stars and West All-Stars on ......read more

    More than 600 Male & Female Players Participate in "Dubai Open Gymnastics Academies Championship."

    Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has announced that "Dubai Open Gymnastics Academies Championship", the first of its kind in Dubai, will kick off on 24th Nov. 2023 with participation of more than 600 male & female players of various ages & multi-nationalities.   "Dubai Open Gymnastics Academies Championship" is organized by STAMINA 11 Academy, and it aims to enhance the remarkable efforts, exerted to attract & develop sports talents in the artistic gymnastics sport.      The Championship's details were declared in a press conference, convened at DSC's premises, and addressed by Mr. Ahmed Salem Al-Mahri, Director of Sports Development Dept. in DSC / Ms. Farah Shawar, the CEO of STAMINA 11 Academy, in the presence of representatives of participating clubs, sports academies ......read more

    Jiu-Jitsu Star Sets Sights on Abu Dhabi Titles after UAE Boost

    Jackson Sousa’s new link-up in Emirates puts nine proteges on world stage in UAE capital Dubai, UAE, 1st November 2023: Jackson Sousa, the prolific jiu-jitsu gold medal winner from Brazil, has set his sights on more title success in Abu Dhabi next week after entering into a new collaboration in the UAE. Sousa will compete as a black belt in both the Masters and Professional 94kg divisions at the Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Championship, which combines six events starting today and running until November 10 at Mubadala Arena. An informal agreement with Dubai-based tech venture company, Scalo Technologies, has reinvigorated his career. It is also giving nine promising jiu-jitsu athletes the opportunity to shine on the world stage in the UAE capital. As part of his build-up for Abu Dhabi, where he took the pro’ ......read more

    Young Sailing Talent Hit Gold Medal Course in Abu Dhabi

    Abu Dhabi, UAE, 30th October, 2023:  The stage is set for five days of intense race action as many of the world’s top young sailors set off on a gold medal course at the 2023 Optimist Asian and Oceanian Championship in Abu Dhabi tomorrow. The event began officially today with an opening ceremony featuring 161 competitors from 29 countries, who later had the chance to test conditions during practice sessions off Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club (ADMSC). The nine-strong UAE team includes Khalifa Al Romaithi and Mediya Alneyadi, who won gold and bronze medals respectively at both the Arab games in Algeria and the Marmara Sailing Cup in Turkey earlier this year. Sponsored by Abu Dhabi Ports and Al Mariah Bank, the regatta is being hosted for the first time by ADMSC in cooperation with the UAE Sailing and Rowing ......read more

    History made and records broken during scintillating first day of Aramco Team Series presented by Public Investment Fund – Riyadh

    • Alison Lee shoots nine-under-par for overnight lead; makes history with eight successive birdies  • World No.4 Minjee two behind with first round 63 • Teams Ciganda and Law share team event lead; six teams trailing closely behind  • Riyadh Golf Club hosting Saudi capital’s first-ever professional golf event until Sunday    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 27 October 2023: Spectators in attendance and fans watching around the world were treated to some scintillating golf on day one of the Aramco Team Series presented by Public Investment Fund – Riyadh.  Live from Riyadh Golf Club, the world’s best women’s golfers were in action as the fifth and final round of the 2023 series got underway. Alison Lee made Ladies European Tour history on an already ......read more

    Alison Lee makes more History, Seals Emphatic Victory in Aramco Team Series presented by Public Investment Fund – Riyadh

    • The American star finished on 29-under-par to win the individual event – a new 54-hole tour record  • Lee also broke 36-hole record yesterday and finished bogey-free tournament with 29 birdies  • Team event-winning captain Carlota Ciganda finished second on 21-under-par   Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 29 October 2023: Alison Lee capped off her record-breaking Aramco Team Series presented by Public Investment Fund – Riyadh campaign in style this afternoon, sealing victory in the individual format with an astonishing 29-under-par through 54 holes – another record to accompany her many accomplishments this weekend.    Having smashed the Ladies European Tour (LET) 36-hole scoring record yesterday with a historic 22-under, the American was perfectly positioned to ......read more

    Dubai Culture Explores the Future of the Digital Publishing Industry in the UAE

    With the participation of a group of authors, writers, and experts Dubai, UAE, 27 October 2023: In partnership with and hosted by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) organised the second edition of the Digital Publishing Forum to highlight the latest trends and address the challenges facing the digital publishing sector. Through this forum, Dubai Culture sought to encourage publishers, experts, and specialists to present innovative solutions and recommendations to help support the development of this vital sector in the UAE. The forum featured interactive sessions and workshops, witnessing the participation of experts, academics, publishers, specialists, intellectuals, and writers. Sessions included ‘Future of Digital Publishing in the UAE,’ led by ......read more

    Baseball United Conducts Historic Draft for New Dubai-Based Professional League

    29 of the first 32 picks played in Major League Baseball, including former All-Stars Bartolo Colon, Robinson Cano, Pablo Sandoval, and Jair Jurrjens DUBAI, UAE (October 26, 2023) – Dubai-based Baseball United announced today the official results of the league’s first-ever Player Draft. Eighty players were selected, with twenty picks for each of the league’s founding franchises – the Mumbai Cobras, the Karachi Monarchs, and the league’s two UAE-based franchises, the Wolves and Falcons. The inaugural Draft was dominated by former Major League Baseball (MLB) players, with 91% of the first four rounds and 45% of the overall Draft selections having played at the MLB level.  Selections included former New York Yankees stars Robinson Cano and Didi Gregorius – both drafted by the Wolves – and ......read more

    Everything You Should Know About Content Writers

    In the digital age, where information is abundant and attention spans are dwindling, the need for concise, engaging, and authoritative content has become paramount. Content writers, the masterminds behind these written masterpieces, wield the power to sway opinions, engage audiences, and establish brands as thought leaders. This comprehensive guide dives deep into the world of content writers, detailing their roles, skill sets, and significance in today's content-centric world. What Is a Content Writer? At its core, a content writer is a storyteller for the digital era. They craft written materials for various online platforms, from websites and blogs to social media posts and e-newsletters. Unlike traditional writers, digital content writers must navigate the challenging waters of engaging readers while satisfying the ......read more

    Dubai Municipality Team Wins Title of the Football Competition of the 5th “Labor Sports Tournament”

    Dubai Municipality Team has won the title of the football competition of the 5th edition of the “Labor Sports Tournament”, the biggest of its kind, which is organized by Dubai Sports Council (DSC) in collaboration with the Permanent Committee of Labor Affairs in Dubai & Dubai Police, and under title “Their Happiness is Our Goal”.   Participants in the 5th edition of the Tournament, which will continue up to 13th March 2024, compete in 11 sports competitions; these are: basketball, football, running, arm wrestling, badminton, volleyball, swimming, tug of war, yoga, cricket & kabaddi.   The football competition was held at DUTCO’s courts in Jebel Ali with participation of 689 players of various ages & multi-nationalities, represented 47 teams from 47 companies. The event was attended ......read more

    Ooredoo Business Launches Second Corporate Football Tournament

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