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Sharjah International Book Fair

Max Seeck tells students at SIBF 2023

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Just write if you want to be a writer, bestselling crime fiction author Max Seeck tells students at SIBF 2023

King of Nordic Noir known for books like The Witch Hunter, The Ice Coven and The Last Grudge tells young attendees not to wait for the right time or the right story


Sharjah, November 08, 2023

It was an enriching morning for hundreds of students at the 42nd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) as they got up close and personal with bestselling Finnish author celebrated for his gripping and intricately woven crime novels Max Seeck.

During a freewheeling chat, Seeck brought the pages of his books to life, giving the young attendees a rare opportunity to explore the mind behind the many superhit mysteries.

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Sharjah International Book Fair

10th Sharjah International Library Conference

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On the sidelines of SIBF 2023

Role of AI in enhancing visitor experience & library services discussed at 10th Sharjah International Library Conference

Library experts and stakeholders from around the world and the
convene for a dynamic two-day immersion into learning and networking

  • Ahmed Al Ameri: We have achieved significant accomplishments in emphasising the role of the library in building communities, welcoming over 700,000 visitors between 2019 and 2023 to our public libraries in Sharjah.
  • Emily Drabinski: It is a privilege to be in a place [Sharjah] that truly understands the transformative potential of libraries, [and] its role in cultivating environments conducive to reading.
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Featured

1 Billion Followers Summit brings together 3,000 Content Creators, Influencers and Creatives

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New Media Academy hosts the largest event of its kind globally

1 Billion Followers Summit brings together 3,000 Content Creators, Influencers and Creatives

from around the World in Dubai on January 10th

UAE, Dubai – 08 November 2023: The world’s biggest gathering for content creation and creators, the 1 Billion Followers Summit, is returning to Dubai for its second edition in January next year. Organised by the first digital media institution of its kind in the Middle East, New Media Academy, the UAE’s premier hub for content creation will take place on January 10-11, 2024, at the Emirates Towers and the Museum of the Future in Dubai.

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Education

Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi named inaugural Senior Fellow at AUS

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Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi named inaugural Senior Fellow at AUS

For immediate release,

Sharjah, 08 November 2023

As part of American University of Sharjah’s (AUS) long-standing tradition of fostering academic excellence and cultivating a vibrant intellectual environment, the university has bestowed the title of Senior Fellow in the AUS College of Engineering (CEN) on His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Former Minister of Climate Change and Environment and Former Minister of Infrastructure Development in the UAE.  

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Sports & Recreations

Spirit of partnership propels Dubai Fitness Challenge towards healthier future for the community

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Spirit of partnership propels Dubai Fitness Challenge towards healthier future for the community 

Seventh edition receives significant backing from leading government and corporate partners 

With 8.2 million participants since launching in 2017, organisers Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism and Dubai Sports Council cite collaborative efforts with partnerships as key to its success

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 8 November 2023: Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) continues to receive overwhelming support from partners across both the public and private sectors, underscoring the collaborative ethos that lies at the heart of this citywide fitness movement. As it embarks on its seventh edition, the unwavering commitment and collective efforts of partners have positioned DFC for an even more impactful and transformative edition. With the shared vision of fostering a healthier society, these partnerships fortify DFC’s mission to inspire individuals to prioritise their well-being and collectively shape a fitter future for the community.

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