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Sharjah International Book Fair

Between you and a blackboard behind the black curtain at SIBF 2025

The 44th Sharjah International Book Fair’s ‘Ink Your Thoughts’ booth at the social media pavilion
provides every visitor a unique opportunity to express thoughts and aspirations in total privacy 

Sharjah, November 7, 2025

“I wish I could get a PS5,” scribbled a schoolboy on the interactive storyboard that is a distinct element of the social media station at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair at Expo Centre Sharjah. From cryptic notes about their school or favourite teacher to longer ones about why they love coming to SIBF, visitors including schoolchildren are making a beeline for the “Ink your thoughts” video booth where they can write their thoughts in complete privacy.

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Food & Dining

PizzaExpress UAE Unveils Elevated New Menu Celebrating Fresh Flavours and Culinary Creativity

Iconic brand introduces innovative dishes while staying true to its 60-year legacy of handcrafted recipes

Dubai, UAE – November 7, 2025: PizzaExpress UAE has introduced its freshly elevated menu, reimagining the brand’s most-loved classics while adding bold new creations that cater to the UAE’s evolving and adventurous palate.

The refreshed menu reflects PizzaExpress’ ongoing commitment to innovation, freshness, and flavour-first dining experiences. While the brand continues to uphold its 60-year heritage of handcrafted recipes and warm hospitality, the new menu brings a contemporary edge to its culinary story — offering something special for loyal guests and new diners alike.

“At PizzaExpress, we’ve always believed in celebrating food that connects people — from our iconic dough balls to the pizzas and pastas crafted in our kitchens every day,” said Neha Kumar, Brand & Marketing Manager, PizzaExpress UAE. “With this new menu, we’re elevating that experience with fresh ingredients, bold flavours, and exciting global inspirations, while keeping the soul of PizzaExpress alive.”

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Sharjah International Book Fair

Rare ‘Petals-on-Wheels’ act from Manchester brings autumn’s magic to SIBF 2025

The 3D Flower Roller Skaters team lights up the Sharjah International Book Fair venue, blending athletic artistry with floral fantasy in a spellbinding show for all


Sharjah, November 7, 205  

The 44th edition of Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) made a vibrant start with the colours and magic of a British autumn as a team of dancers from the UK glided through the fair’s venue in roller skaters.

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Sharjah International Book Fair

World Book Capitals unite in Sharjah to keep the spirit of reading alive

At the ongoing 44th annual Sharjah International Book Fair, cultural ambassadors from the Emirate and Athens shared how literature remains humanity’s most enduring bridge between cultures


Sharjah, November 7, 2025

The spirit of global cultural dialogue was shining bright at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair as leading voices from Sharjah and Athens came together for a session titled ‘UNESCO World Book Capital Initiative’.

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Sharjah International Book Fair

Top European scholars debate risks and realities of translating through a third tongue at SIBF 2025

Experts from France, Italy, Spain and Czechia at Sharjah International Book fair’s Turjuman Award Seminar warn that using intermediate languages can distort meaning, style and cultural depth
 in literary translation


Sharjah, November 7, 2025

Can great literature survive the journey through a third language? That question anchored a spirited discussion on Thursday at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair’s (SIBF) Turjuman Award Seminar titled “Challenges of translation through intermediate languages”.

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