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Sharjah 24
3 days ago
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Sultan bin Ahmed: New law reflects Ruler's vision for justice
Advancing judicial independence and efficiency Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed emphasised that the implementation of the Judicial Authority Law strengthens judicial independence and improves the efficiency and performance of the legal system. This alignment with international best practices serves the aspirations of society and reinforces public trust in the integrity of court rulings. Commitment to a transparent and just judicial environment He reaffirmed the Judicial Council's dedication to fostering an advanced judicial environment rooted in justice, transparency, and responsiveness to legislative developments. The goal is to ensure swift case resolution and the protection of rights. A historic milestone for Sharjah's Judiciary Concluding his remarks, Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed described the Judicial Authority Law as a historic step toward establishing a modern and transparent legal framework—one that reflects the vision of Sharjah's leadership and meets the needs of its citizens.
Web Release
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
Easter Weekend Stay at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island
Web Release Selection Entertainment Lifestyle By Editor_wr On Apr 15, 2025 What: Staycation Easter Weekend Where: Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi About: Easter weekend is just around the corner, and there's no better place to celebrate than at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island. Nestled on the pristine shores of Abu Dhabi, this all-inclusive paradise invites guests to unwind in luxurious surroundings while enjoying up to 26% off when booking a minimum two-night stay. Families can look forward to an unforgettable Easter escape, with the little ones enjoying the all-day festive fun at the Rixy Kids Club, while the whole family comes together to create cherished memories with a special Easter brunch at Turquoise Restaurant, featuring international delights. With live entertainment, award-winning spa experiences, and breathtaking beachfront views, the resort provides the perfect setting for an Easter celebration to remember. Easter Weekend Offer Overview – Save Up to 26% off Best Available Rates Terms And Conditions: – Minimum Length of Stay: 2 Nights – Cancellation Policy: This offer is non-refundable. For reservations please contact [email protected] or call +971 02 492 2222 For more information, please visit Easter Weekend Stay at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island Prev Post Sultan bin Ahmed tours Palestinian refugee camp in Jordan Next Post Genetec Announces empower360 Roadshow in United Arab Emirates Comments are closed.
Web Release
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
Novotel Dubai Al Barsha Launching a Family Brunch to Kick Off This Easter
Entertainment Web Release Selection By Editor_wr On Apr 15, 2025 In true Novotel spirit, where family comes first, Novotel Dubai Al Barsha is delighted to launch a heartwarming Family Easter Brunch at 365 Restaurant, happening on Saturday, 20th April from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM. Designed with families in mind, this special celebration promises an unforgettable afternoon for all ages. Guests can indulge in a lavish international buffet, brimming with global favourites and seasonal delights, while the little ones are treated to their very own wonderland of fun. From face painting, balloon art, and live kids' games to an adorable petting zoo, every detail has been thoughtfully planned to create a joyful and engaging Easter experience. The brunch is priced from AED 145 per person, and in the spirit of celebration, children aged 0–12 years dine absolutely FREE. 'We're not just hosting a brunch — we're creating a memory,' says Julia Schamne, Cluster General Manager of Novotel Dubai Al Barsha. 'This Easter, we wanted to give families something truly special: a space where kids can explore, play, and celebrate, while parents enjoy a relaxing and delicious afternoon.' And the fun doesn't stop after Easter. Starting the very next week, Saturday 26th April, the Family Brunch will return every Saturday as a dedicated Family Day at Novotel Dubai Al Barsha, offering the same incredible buffet and magical kids' entertainment week after week — making Saturday the most anticipated day on every family's calendar. Location: 365 Restaurant, Novotel Dubai Al Barsha Timing: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM Date: Launching Saturday, 20th April 2025 Price: From AED 145 per person | Kids (0–12) dine FREE Novotel Dubai Al Barsha is located on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Barsha Dubai, United Arab Emirates. For further information or bookings, please call +971 4 304 9000, visit WhatsApp +971 569994822, or email [email protected] . Novotel Dubai Al Barsha Launching a Family Brunch to Kick Off This Easter Next Post Sultan bin Ahmed tours Palestinian refugee camp in Jordan Comments are closed.
Al Etihad
13-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Sultan bin Ahmed tours Palestinian refugee camp in Jordan
13 Apr 2025 14:16 SHARJAH (WAM) H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Humanitarian Envoy of The Big Heart Foundation, emphasised that responding to the escalating humanitarian crisis facing Palestinians—particularly in the Gaza Strip—requires a united mobilisation of resources to implement sustainable development must target sectors such as healthcare, education, and food security to ensure the basic needs of the Palestinian people are met. He called upon charitable individuals and organisations to support these efforts, which embody the highest humanitarian responsibility towards those who are displaced, injured, or in remarks were delivered during H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed's visit to the Marka refugee camp in Jordan, home to over 70,000 Palestinian led a delegation from the Emirate of Sharjah comprising senior officials and representatives from The Big Heart Foundation, as well as UAE government entities and private sector visit aimed to study leading examples of sustainable humanitarian projects, particularly in health, education, and food security, and to rally both human and financial resources to implement similar initiatives in Gaza and in countries hosting Palestinian refugees, ensuring their sustainability and responsiveness to critical needs.H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed stressed that the suffering endured by the Palestinian people and their homeland is indescribable, and that offering support and consolidating all humanitarian efforts is the minimum that can be done. He affirmed that the United Arab Emirates, at both leadership and public levels, has always stood by the Palestinian cause. He also praised Jordan's long-standing humanitarian role, having hosted over four million Palestinian and Arab refugees, providing them with the means to live with dignity despite challenging circumstances.H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed further noted that the Palestinian people have experienced decades of displacement and forced migration, and today the people of Gaza are enduring one of the harshest humanitarian crises due to the ongoing conflict. This has resulted in the breakdown of their social and institutional infrastructure, depriving them of fundamental rights including access to education, healthcare, and basic public services. Thus, the foundation's humanitarian strategy is focused not only on emergency relief, but also on implementing sustainable initiatives in healthcare and stated that access to healthcare builds thriving communities, while education protects future generations from the lasting psychological and physical impacts of war—even if the situation eventually the current crisis as a pivotal test for the entire humanitarian ecosystem, H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed stressed that all those who are committed to humanitarian principles must now step up and act. Despite the immense challenges, he said the mission must continue, supported by devoted individuals and organisations across the added that humanitarian work is not just a moral or ethical responsibility, but a religious obligation and a fundamental right for the vulnerable and visit comes as part of the ongoing 'For the Children of Olives' campaign launched last Ramadan by H.H. Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of The Big Heart Foundation. The campaign aims to provide holistic support for more than 20,000 orphans living in Gaza. It guarantees their right to education, healthcare, psychological support, nutrition, and adequate the visit, H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed toured the Marka Girls Preparatory School, operated by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). There, he met with a delegation including UNRWA Deputy Commissioner-General Natalie Boucly, UNRWA Jordan Field Director Olaf Becker, and Engineer Rafiq Kharfan, Director-General of the Department of Palestinian Affairs at Jordan's Ministry of Foreign discussions focused on ways to strengthen collaboration and build partnerships to support humanitarian projects benefiting Palestinians in Gaza and refugees in Jordan—particularly in the areas of education, health, and community welfare.H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed visited several classrooms, engaged with teaching staff and students, and reviewed the learning environment. He examined how the educational process is managed, discussed future infrastructure needs in the camp, and explored the school's key scientific laboratories and facilities that support hands-on learning and enhance the educational experience.H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed also met with several male and female students representing the "Student Parliament" at Marka Camp. During the meeting, he listened to a detailed presentation from the students about the educational process and the challenges they face, as well as their academic needs that would help improve the quality and efficiency of education in line with the rapid advancements across various Deputy Ruler of Sharjah then visited the food security project run by the humanitarian organisation ANERA, which supports refugees and conflict-affected populations in Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan.H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed was briefed on the project's approach, which focuses on transforming aid into sustainable food production within refugee communities. This is achieved through year-round farming initiatives using greenhouses, enabling communities to grow their food. The model aligns closely with the sustainable development goals of The Big Heart Foundation for Gaza, given its vital role in enhancing self-reliance among refugee and displaced populations and reducing dependency on external aid. The absence of food is often among the fastest and most devastating humanitarian consequences during conflicts and disasters.H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed explored the farming techniques used in the project and reviewed the main crops produced using modern methods that conserve water and soil while ensuring sustainable output. These efforts are key to securing food supplies for those affected and establishing long-term food this, H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed, in his capacity as Humanitarian Envoy of The Big Heart Foundation, along with the accompanying delegation, visited the Taawun Foundation—The Big Heart's partner in the "For the Children of Olives" humanitarian visit included a consultative meeting to discuss recent humanitarian developments concerning Palestinian refugees in Jordan and displaced persons in Gaza and the West Bank, in light of ongoing tragic conditions. The discussions also addressed ways to respond quickly and effectively to secure essential living conditions and explored future plans to provide critical services across the visit, H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed and the delegation viewed a series of video materials recorded inside Gaza, depicting the painful reality and suffering of its people, who are deprived of the most basic human the meeting, Dr Nabil Qaddumi, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Taawun Foundation, delivered a speech welcoming the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and his accompanying delegation. He praised The Big Heart Foundation's significant efforts and the fruitful humanitarian partnership with Taawun in serving Palestinian Taawun Board of Directors presented the "Noor Programme for Orphan Care", which the foundation launched in Gaza. The war has left more than 39,000 children in the Gaza Strip orphaned. The delegation also listened to several recorded and live contributions from programme staff based in Gaza and the Arab Republic of Egypt.H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed concluded the visit with a meeting alongside the accompanying delegation, during which they reviewed the outcomes of the visits and examined the best humanitarian models currently implemented in Jordan's refugee discussed how to adapt these experiences to benefit refugees and displaced people within the occupied Palestinian territories. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed noted that the world today is in urgent need of evolving humanitarian programmes and initiatives to meet the unprecedented challenges facing the region. The Sharjah delegation accompanying the Humanitarian Envoy of The Big Heart Foundation included: Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations; Sheikh Sultan bin Saud Al Qasimi, Founder of the Barjeel Art Foundation; Major General Abdullah Mubarak bin Amer, Commander-in-Chief of Sharjah Police; Badr Jafar, Special Envoy for Business and Philanthropy to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Advisory Board Member of The Big Heart Foundation; Hassan Yaqoub Al Mansouri, Secretary-General of the Sharjah Media Council; Mariam Al Hammadi, Director General of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment and Advisory Board Member of The Big Heart Foundation; Rashid Abdullah Al Obaid, Director of Sharjah Media City "Shams"; Alya Obaid Al-Musaybi, Director of The Big Heart Foundation; along with several officials and representatives of supporting private sector companies.
Al Etihad
20-03-2025
- Science
- Al Etihad
Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi reviews Al Qasimi optical observatory
20 Mar 2025 22:39 SHARJAH (WAM)H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, reviewed the proposed Al Qasimi Optical Radio Observatory project, set to be established on Jebel Al-Kitab, during his visit to the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology on Thursday the presentation, the future vision of the observatory was outlined, aiming to position it as a scientific institution and a national symbol of excellence and innovation. The project aspires to invest in developing national talent, fostering international collaborations, and laying the foundation for scientific advancement that aligns with the UAE's aspirations for space Qasimi Observatory will be the first officially registered and licensed astronomical observatory in the UAE for space-related activities, offering services in tracking, monitoring, and space situational awareness. It will house the largest optical telescope in the Arabian Gulf region, making it the most advanced in the Arab world. The observatory will feature three primary observational stations dedicated to stellar and exoplanet research, star formation studies, and galaxy analysis through spectral addition to supporting astronomical research and education, the observatory will provide public engagement programmes, scientific workshops, and hands-on training for researchers and enthusiasts. It will also focus on southern sky observation, filling an existing scientific gap in this observatory's objectives align with the University of Sharjah's EDGE strategy, which focuses on localisation, digital transformation, international collaboration, and entrepreneurship.H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed also reviewed the Sharjah CubeSat Laboratory, which presented its scientific goals and achievements, including its role in building national expertise, fostering innovation, and advancing technical and scientific capabilities. The lab specialises in the design, operation, and development of CubeSats, providing technical training and investing in talent development through capacity-building lab's achievements include projects such as Sharjah-Sat 1 and Sharjah-Sat 2, as well as scientific publications, training programmes, and the establishment of ground stations. Future plans for the laboratory extend until 2031, aiming to enhance research and space exploration efforts.H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed also explored the Meteorite Laboratory, which comprises the UAE Meteor Monitoring Network, meteorite analysis units, and an extensive collection of meteorite samples and impact fragments. The laboratory houses 8,111 meteorite specimens, impact fragments, and related elements, and plays a key role in research, student training, and hosting projects in the Meteorite Laboratory include:- Developing a meteorite law for the UAE- Expanding the UAE Meteor Monitoring Network- Processing and analysing affected meteorites- Enhancing meteorite display and preservation techniques- Upgrading meteorite analysis equipment- Strengthening collaborative initiatives with various entitiesThe visit concluded with a presentation on the Sharjah Planetarium's latest achievements, including the development of new live astronomical shows using advanced simulation software and narrated presentations. The planetarium offers diverse topics such as auroras, cosmic clouds, the International Space Station, violent cosmic phenomena, the Moon, and the Islamic lunar calendar. Additionally, the presentation covered the planetarium's participation in local and international events, along with ongoing development projects aimed at enhancing community engagement and public awareness in astronomy.
