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Big Bad Wolf 2024 Returns with Over 2 Million Books, a Celebration of Literature, and Orange Friday Launch

Dubai, UAE (November 20, 2024):  – The world’s greatest book sale Big Bad Wolf, is back in Dubai for a sixth season, promising an exceptional experience for book lovers from 29th November to 9th December 2024. This year’s event not only boasts a record-breaking collection of both Arabic and English books, also highlights its global mission of “changing the world one book at a time” positioning as a hub for diverse voices and stories to promote literature.

Highlighting Global Themes through Literature and the UN SDGs

Big Bad Wolf 2024 continues its tradition of offering a wide array of books that inspire and engage readers on a global scale. This year’s event features specially curated collections that celebrate diversity, innovation, and sustainability through literature, aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These collections include topics such as Good health & wellbeing, Quality education, gender equality, and climate action in creating awareness on Global challenges. Examples of these SDG books include: Good Health and Wellbeing (SDG 3): “Healthy Habits: Kangaroo’s Guide to Keeping Fit” and “How the World Works: Medicine”, Gender Equality (SDG 5): “Amazing Women: 100 Lives to Inspire You” and “Work It, Girl: Oprah Winfrey”, and Climate Action (SDG 13): “It’s a Wonderful World: How to Protect the Planet and Change the Future”.

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Latifa bint Mohammed opens‘Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity’ initiative

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 November 2024: Yesterday, Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), officially opened the ‘Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity’ initiative.

This transformative programme, approved by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation, reflects the emirate’s commitment to excellence, creativity, and innovation in the service of humanity.

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Elite Fishin’ App Casts a Wide Net with the Big Fishin’ Game Meet-Up!

The Big Fishin’ Game Meet-Up, hosted by Elite Fishin’ App, the region’s first sports fishing app, reeled in anglers from across the UAE for an unforgettable day of connection, competition, and innovation. In collaboration with Nomad Design and Al Fajr Marine Trading , the event celebrated the rapid rise of Elite Fishin’ App as a game-changer in the Middle East’s angling community.

Founder and Expert angler Rajiv Ramnath led the charge, showcasing Elite Fishin’ Apps vision to redefine the fishing experience. The spotlight was on the newly launched Fishin’ Arcade, a gamified app feature that challenges users to achieve milestones, earn badges, and compete with fellow anglers in a dynamic, interactive format.

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Dubai Future Forum 2024 Kicks Off Tomorrow, Convening Leading Global Futurists at Museum of the Future

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Dubai Future Forum 2024 Kicks Off Tomorrow, Convening Leading Global Futurists at Museum of the Future

Dubai-UAE: 18 November 2024 – The third edition of Dubai Future Forum, the world’s largest gathering of futurists, will start tomorrow, Tuesday, November 19, at the Museum of the Future. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), the event will provide an optimal platform for global thought leaders to develop actionable solutions for the future.

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Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi inaugurates Rumi exhibition at House of Wisdom, showcasing priceless artefacts and manuscripts

The “Rumi: 750 Years of Absence… Eight Centuries of Presence” exhibition runs until February 14, 2025, offering an insightful journey through Rumi’s life and philosophy.


Sharjah, November 18, 2024

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, inaugurated the “Rumi: 750 Years of Absence… Eight Centuries of Presence” exhibition, which will run until February 14, 2025, at the House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah.

Upon arrival, His Highness was received by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq); Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah; His Excellency Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office; His Excellency Abdulrahman Bin Mohamed Al Owais Minister of Health and Prevention; His Excellency Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, Cultural Advisor to the President of the UAE; His Excellency Mohammad Ahmad Al Murr, Chairman of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation, in addition to officials, diplomats and media representatives.

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