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Al Etihad
7 days ago
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Union Pledge Day: Rare photos, records chronicle landmark moments that defined UAE's identity
17 July 2025 22:23 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)The historic meeting on July 18, 1971, ushered in a new era for what is now known as the United Arab Emirates. Rare photographs, documents, and audio-visual recordings capture that day, demonstrating how the nation's Founding Fathers transformed ideas of unity into a firm commitment to a national such documents is the mission of National Library and Archives (NLA), allowing generations to relive these defining moments and learn from the values, dedication, and vision that have shaped the UAE's past, present, and future. Speaking to Aletihad , Fatima Al Mazrouei, Head of the Historical Archives Department at the NLA, offered an overview of the wealth of information the institution has kept intact from July 18, 1971, and beyond. 'Among the most prominent of these documents are the minutes of the meeting held at the Guest Palace in Dubai; the preliminary drafts of the Federal Constitution; political correspondence between the Rulers; and bilateral agreements between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, Abu Dhabi and Umm Al Quwain, and Abu Dhabi and Ajman,' she said. 'We also hold rare photographs, and audio and video recordings that chronicle the details of this historic meeting.' Telling the StoryBeyond preserving these trails, NLA has interviewed people who lived through that era and compiled their recollections, painting a more vivid picture of the beginnings of the Union, Al Mazrouei said. Since Union Pledge Day was declared in 2024 to mark this turning point in the UAE's journey, NLA has held events to share its archival collection with the public and retell the story to younger generations. 'These include documentary exhibitions featuring rare collections, documents, and photographs, as well as historical scientific seminars that shed light on the role of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his fellow Founding Fathers [in establishing the Union],' Al Mazrouei said. NLA also partners with media and cultural institutions to produce and broadcast short documentaries to engage the youth. Outside these events, the institution has made sure all these materials remain accessible to the public through its 'Memory of the Nation' platform, Al Mazrouei institution has also published four key books featuring interviews with prominent citizens who witnessed the Union's formation, highlighting its milestones and the role of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in uniting the Emirates. Engaging the Youth Recognising that education is key to preserving heritage, NLA has made youth engagement a top priority. 'We have launched school visit programmes, interactive workshops, and research competitions to help students understand the Constitution and the history of the Union,' Al Mazrouei such as the Young Historian Award have served as platforms for students to connect with the nation's past in meaningful ways. 'These programmes run year-round and align with national events, aiming to instil a sense of pride and awareness in the younger generation.'The archives have also been digitised and can now be accessed online. 'This year, a set of new documents related to pre-Union deliberations was digitised and made available through the Arabian Gulf Digital Archives (AGDA) platform,' said Al Union Pledge Day, those who wish to relive the historic meeting of the country's Founding Fathers can visit NLA's Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Hall, where key documents are on display. 'On this occasion, NLA aims to reinforce the message of national unity, deepen the sense of belonging and gratitude to the founding generation, and emphasise that the Union was not a fleeting moment, but a civilisational project built on sincerity, vision, and solidarity-one that continues to thrive thanks to the UAE's wise leadership and loyal citizens,' Al Mazrouei said.
The Hindu
03-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Call to amicably settle disputes through National Lok Adalat on July 5
Andhra Pradesh State Legal Services Authority (APSLSA) Member-Secretary B.S.V. Himabindu said a National Lok Adalat (NLA) is being held in all courts across the State, including the High Court (HC) and the Debt Recovery Tribunal in Visakhapatnam on July 5 to resolve pending cases. Besides, a 90-day-long Mediation for the Nation Campaign/Drive began on July 1, is also under way to settle suitable matters pending in courts. Addressing media persons at the APSLSA office near the Secretariat in Amaravati on Thursday, Ms. Himabindu said the NLA would be conducted as per the directions of the National Legal Services Authority once in every three/four months for amicably resolving pending cases. She noted that both the disputing parties would win the cases in the event of their resolution through the NLA or mediation by court-appointed and trained third parties, and asserted that settling cases through the Lok Adalat would help litigants in saving time and money and improving human relationships. 'People should prefer to sort out issues through the Lok Adalat instead of engaging in protracted legal battles,' she exhorted. Further, Ms. Himabindu said the Benches constituted for the NLA would deal with cases related to matrimonial and property disputes, civil cases, money suits, motor vehicle accident insurance claims, cheque bounce cases, and compoundable criminal cases that could be resolved through compromise. She also informed that the High Court Legal Services Committee, 13 DLSAs (District Legal Services Authorities) and 147 MLSAs (Mandal Legal Services Authorities) have in the recent times identified 1,15,071 compoundable cases and conducted 1,841 pre-Lok Adalat sittings and awareness programmes. As far as the Mediation Campaign was concerned, the APSLSA Member-Secretary said cases would be handled by 893 mediators, including retired judges, social workers, and lawyers, and settlements arrived therein would be recorded as compromise decrees in courts. APSLSA Deputy Secretary H. Amara Rangeswara Rao and Assistant Secretary N.J. Rao were present.
Al Etihad
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
National Library and Archives spotlights promising young talent at 2025 UAE School Theatre Festival
26 June 2025 01:14 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI) The National Library and Archives (NLA) on Tuesday hosted the 2025 UAE School Theatre Festival awards ceremony at its Abu Dhabi headquarters. Held under the theme "My Nation, the UAE… Eternal Glory," and in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, the fourth edition of the "Gateway to Talent" initiative honoured outstanding student performances, with the participation of around 7,500 students from across the ceremony opened with a speech by Aisha Al Zaabi, Head of the Educational Programmes Section at the National Library and Archives, who affirmed the institution's role in moulding young praised school theatre as a powerful tool for promoting education and national identity, highlighting its ability to spark creativity, boost confidence, and advance Emirati hailed the winning performances as inspiring models for the ceremony concluded with the awards ceremony for the place went to Al Murooj Kindergarten in Sharjah and Nad Al Hamar Kindergarten in place went to Omair Bin Abi Waqqas School in Sharjah, and third place went to Al Thameed School in Abu Dhabi, first place went to Al Sila School and Al Nahda place went to Al Jeel Kindergarten and Al Shatha Kindergarten, and third place went to Al Eathaar Kindergarten and Um Ghafa the first cycle, first place went to Mezyad School in Al Ain and Halima Al Saadia School in Abu place went to Al Ezza School in Abu Dhabi and Mohammed Bin Khalid School in Al place went to Madinat Zayed School in Al Dhafra and Ahmed bin Zayed School in Al students from Al Bidaya Kindergarten, Al Fayhaa'a Kindergarten in Abu Dhabi and Al Yahar Kindergarten in Al Ain were claiming honours were first-cycle students from Al Taweelah School in Abu Dhabi, Al Dhannah, and Al Marfa Schools in Al Dhafra. On the sidelines of the School Theatre Festival, Dr. Hosnia Al Ali, Education Adviser at the National Library and Archives, spoke to Aletihad about the purpose and evolving role of the awards. "This initiative aims to discover and nurture talents in the early stages of education - specifically from kindergarten to third grade," she explained."Theatre is considered the mother of all arts. Through theatrical activities, we work on enhancing students' speaking abilities, boosting their self-confidence, strengthening communication and Arabic language skills, and developing expressive movement."Beyond artistic skills, the initiative carries a deeper educational mission by entrenching Emirati history, culture, national identity and social values into student performances."Through teamwork and healthy competition, students learn how to interact positively and respectfully with one another," she initiative also reflects the broader objectives of the Year of Community by encouraging collaboration and strengthening student-family on the impact of visual and performing arts in shaping national identity, Dr. Al Ali stressed the importance of content."The theatrical works that students work on vary, including historical literary texts, a collection of poems and topics related to Emirati heritage and legacy," she are not just performances - they are educational tools."Through theatrical works, students learn about Emirati heritage and the history of their country, which is represented in many texts," she noted."National identity is represented by good citizenship," she continued."These theatrical works shed light on Emirati affairs and bring them into the classroom."Dr. Al Ali said 7,500 UAE school students participated in the selection process was rigorous, with the students judged on the criteria of: the theatrical theme, performance, delivery, language, set, costumes, lighting, plot, student integration, and how well the work aligns with national identity and community-related noted the increasing sophistication of submissions: "The criteria were not easy, and choosing the winners was not easy, especially because there has been a great deal of maturity in the theatrical scene in schools nationwide."What made the initiative especially meaningful was the focus on the youngest learners, she said."We decided to begin this portal with the younger generation, who might be young, but are promising and have impressive things to offer in theatrical work."Explaining the NLA's broader, long-term role and partnership with the Ministry of Education, she said, "We always support schools and promote education outside of the classroom and beyond the school curriculum. This is achieved through publications, books, information, lectures, reading workshops, games, meetings and field visits."We complement the Ministry of Education in a key and vital way. Together, we serve the Emirati community, especially students."We have reliable publications, archival documents and promising national talent who can deliver content in an age-appropriate way, using games, apps, and artificial intelligence."Dr. Al Ali confirmed that their programmes will support the UAE's AI curriculum rollout."We are now working intensively to ensure the NLA's programmes support this curriculum and are presented in attractive and innovative ways, aligned with academic levels."The programme will return later, with AI technologies integrated into future editions," she said. She added that the students' creative works will be compiled in the State Archives.
Al Etihad
08-06-2025
- General
- Al Etihad
‘History is our identity': How National Library and Archives safeguards UAE's collective memory for next generations
8 June 2025 23:46 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)In the UAE, archives are far more than just collections of old documents - they serve as testaments to the nation's journey, preserving the collective memory that defines its identity, an official of the National Library and Archives (NLA) has the country marks International Archives Day on June 9, Fatima Al Mazrouei, Head of the Historical Archives Department at the (NLA), reflects on how these records connect past, present, and future to Aletihad, Al Mazrouei said: 'International Archives Day is a very important day, especially in light of the UAE's great heritage and history, which must be preserved, appreciated, and passed on to future generations. This collective memory represents the nation's identity and spirit.'This philosophy, she noted, is rooted in the vision of the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who once said: 'A nation without a past is a nation without a present or a future.'While the NLA has made its rich collection of historical documents accessible to the public, Al Mazrouei emphasised that its significance goes beyond mere preservation and display. These documents support the NLA's experts in analysing economic, political, social and cultural developments.'We are studying and analysing [the things that our ancestors left us] - the economic, political, heritage, archaeological aspects … any of these aspects can serve all fields present in the UAE and elsewhere,' Al Mazrouei said. 'We are the guardians of the legacy of the past... The Sheikhs ensured that this legacy is available to researchers, and we are working to realise the UAE vision that history is our identity, and the future is built on the memory of the past.'The media has been an integral part of documenting the country's journey, she added. Aletihad newspaper, for example, released its first issue in 1969 - which meant it was able to capture all the details of the Union when it was formed in 1971, Al Mazrouei said. She recalled visiting private schools and seeing archived issues of the newspaper on classroom walls, a way to remind students about the story of how the country was founded. 'On every occasion, they refer to the first issue of Aletihad newspaper,' she said. Personal Archives Preserving history is a task not limited to institutions such as the NLA. Every individual can contribute, Al Mazrouei said. 'Everyone has their own archive, and every document has value... We want to instil awareness that what we hold today can become a source of research or documentation tomorrow,' she said. She encouraged people to archive personal items such as old passports and medical cards - as these materials reflect 'a human and social dimension' of the nation's instil a culture of documentation in the youth, the NLA has introduced the Young Historian Award, a national initiative that encourages students to conduct original historical research using proper methodology and trusted sources, including oral history, she explained, is valuable especially in capturing social practices that are often missing from written records. 'These details - how coffee is served, how children greet guests, or the traditional etiquette - cannot always be found in books or documents. They live in memory, and we collect them through structured interviews with elders from across the Emirates,' Al Mazrouei said. Archiving Goes Digital In these days of smart technology, archives no longer meant dusty shelves and inaccessible records. Today, the UAE is leading a digital revolution in archival work, harnessing advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and high-quality digitisation to bring its rich history to researchers worldwide. Thanks to the country's digital infrastructure, researchers can access these high-quality scans anywhere, Al Mazrouei said. 'Today, researchers can download a document electronically, complete with its source and annotations, without having to travel. This is a qualitative leap that saves time and effort and enhances the credibility of research.'Al Mazrouei described how artificial intelligence is being used to support archiving work: 'AI converts files into text, and images into information... but the most important thing is that the inputs are correct.'This push for digitisation, she noted, is fully aligned with the UAE's sustainable development vision and long-term goals, including preserving resources and supporting environmental protection. 'We grew up with a stereotypical image of archives as boring and cluttered with papers. But today, thanks to digital transformation and careful organisation, archives have become a place that inspires, encourages research, and resembles a treasure,' Al Mazrouei said.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
The National Lipid Association (NLA) and Foundation of the National Lipid Association (FNLA) Urge CMS and Administrator Oz to Include Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL-C) Measurement in CMS Quality Measurement Programs
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Lipid Association (NLA) and Foundation of the National Lipid Association (Foundation) urge the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and recently confirmed CMS Administrator, Dr. Mehmet C. Oz, to help increase measurement and management of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) through CMS quality measurement programs. Effective LDL-C management is essential to addressing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) — the United States' leading cause of death. Following more than 40 years of decline, death related to ASCVD has been on the rise for over a decade, accompanied by decreased rates of LDL-C measurement and accompanying CMS incentives. To address the ASCVD chronic disease crisis, Christie M. Ballantyne, MD, President of the NLA stated: There is overwhelming evidence that lowering LDL-C leads to a proportional decrease in ASCVD risk and that LDL-C is a reliable and established measure of atherogenic lipoproteins; however, there is also irrefutable evidence that clinicians are not measuring or managing LDL-C as recommended by the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, multisociety guidelines. Existing guidelines from the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, and other leading organizations provide the highest level of evidence support for measuring LDL-C in patients with ASCVD, including: Adherence to changes in lifestyle and effects of LDL-C lowering medications should be assessed by measurement of fasting lipids and appropriate safety indicators 4 to 12 weeks after statin initiation or dose adjustment and every 3 to 12 months thereafter based on need to assess adherence or safety.[i],[ii] Recent data shows that only 29.9% of Medicare beneficiaries had LDL-C measured within 90 days of hospital discharge for myocardial infarction,[iii] only 49.9% of patients with ASCVD are on any statin therapy.[iv] With LDL-C a well-established causal risk factor for ASCVD progression and clear guidance from the leading organizations in the United States, CMS quality measures could play a greater role in increasing LDL-C measurement and management. "Existing measures that consider whether a patient received a prescription for a statin or was dispensed a statin are not consistent with the standard of care, as those measures fail to assess whether the patient is taking their medication or if the medication is working as intended," continued Ballantyne. "Quality measures can incentivize and prioritize care for many clinicians and patients. Improving existing quality measures to focus on measuring lipids, including LDL-C, will provide the necessary information to clinicians to improve prevention of cardiovascular events and empower patients to make informed decisions about their health," stated James A. Underberg, MD, MNLA, President of the Foundation. The NLA and Foundation of the NLA welcome any opportunity to work with CMS and Dr. Oz toward helping develop evidence-based updates, quality measures, or other interventions to help stem the ASCVD crisis – with a focus on effective LDL-C measurement and management. For media inquiries, please contact Brian Hart, Executive Director of the National Lipid Association, at exec@ About the National Lipid Association:The National Lipid Association (NLA) is a nonprofit, multidisciplinary medical society focused on enhancing the science and practice of lipidology and promote optimal cardiometabolic health, representing more than 2,200 members throughout the United States. The NLA is the leader in this field, having published numerous clinical recommendations for lipid management, served as a co-author of the 2018 American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology/Multisociety cholesterol guidelines and 2023 American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology/Multisociety chronic coronary disease guidelines, and serves as the primary educator and advocate for clinical lipidology. Website: About the Foundation of the National Lipid AssociationThe Foundation of the National Lipid Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on improving the welfare of patients and families affected by cholesterol and triglyceride problems. The Foundation of the National Lipid Association develops and maintains resources for patients, families, and caregivers for common and rare cholesterol and triglyceride disorders to support management of lipid-related health problems that may put patients at risk for a heart attack or stroke. 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