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Bodour Al Qasimi launches a scientific initiative to document one of the rarest and largest Islamic coin collections in Europe

With the support of Sharjah Book Authority and in collaboration with the Arabic Cultural Institute in Milan

Bodour Al Qasimi launches a scientific initiative to document one of the rarest and largest Islamic coin collections in Europe

The collection comprises 1,103 gold, silver and copper coins preserved at Italy’s Sforzesco Castle and amongst them is the oldest Arab-Islamic dinar dated to 77 AH

  • Ahmed Al Ameri: The study brings Islamic heritage back into focus and provides evidence of Islamic civilisation’s impact on human history

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi

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Access Consult Delivers 800+ Projects, Enters New Growth Phase in UAE

Dubai, UAE, 10th March 2026: Access Consult, a Dubai-based architectural and engineering consultancy, is marking a new phase of growth after delivering more than 800 projects across the UAE over the past 27 years. The firm has evolved into a full-service design and engineering consultancy supporting developers and public sector clients with end-to-end delivery, from concept design and authority approvals through to construction supervision and handover.

Access Consult provides fully integrated architectural, structural, MEP, interior design, quantity surveying, project management, and supervision services, all delivered through in-house teams. This one-stop model allows the company to manage projects from A to Z while maintaining direct control over quality, timelines, and regulatory compliance. With a strong footprint across the UAE and a focus on Dubai,  Access Consult has signed 10 new projects, completed three major developments, and grown its team by approximately 30 to 35% in the past year alone. This momentum supports the nation’s We the UAE 2031 vision for future-ready development, as 400,000+ units are under construction or planned for the next four years in Dubai alone.

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Arif Developments Brings Ramadan Spirit to Ten Thousand Workers with Large-Scale UAE Iftar Initiative

Community program honours the workforce behind the nation’s development

Reinforcing the values of generosity and unity during the holy month of Ramadan, Arif Developments hosted a large-scale Iftar initiative serving more than 10,000 blue-collar workers across the UAE.

The Ramadan outreach program was organised to bring together workers from multiple locations, allowing them to break their fast in a shared environment that reflects the UAE’s strong culture of compassion and community support.

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Aldar Commits AED 100 million to the “Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans”

Abu Dhabi, 08 March 2026: In line with its role in advancing national social priorities, Aldar has allocated AED 100 million to the “Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans” initiative, launched by the Endowments and Minors’ Funds Authority – Awqaf Abu Dhabi under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. The initiative aims to provide sustainable, long-term support to enhance the wellbeing and future opportunities of orphans across the UAE. The announcement also come in context of the UAE’s Year of Family, which highlights the importance of strengthening family cohesion and reinforces the values that underpin strong and resilient societies.

Through a structured institutional framework, contributions to the endowment are transformed into investment assets, with returns allocated to support orphans’ education, healthcare, and living needs. This approach ensures that support is sustained over time. Aldar’s contribution reflects the company’s commitment to creating positive and lasting impact in the communities it serves.

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FOCP expands support as global studies highlight mental health impact of cancer

International studies point to high rates of depression and anxiety among cancer patients

Sharjah, March 9, 2026,

When Algerian R.H. began experiencing recurring digestive discomfort and mild bleeding, she assumed it was minor. The 55-year-old UAE resident delayed seeking medical advice. When she eventually did, tests confirmed rectal cancer.

What followed was surgery and treatment. Less visible was the psychological strain that accompanied the diagnosis.

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