The International Photography Festival, Xposure, has announced the opening of competition for the World Photography Awards in its ninth edition for the year 2025, which includes seven existing categories in addition to two new categories - Sports Photography and the Altered Images and Artificial Intelligence.
The Xposure World Photography Awards categories span all genres of photography, including Architectural Photography, Mobile (Smartphone) Photography, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Portraiture Photography, and Street Life Photography, in addition to the category designated for young people under the age of 18 living in the United Arab Emirates.
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Entries open for Xposure Photo Awards 2025 with two new categories
Sharjah Children’s Award seeks young artists’ original artworks
The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has introduced a new category: the ‘Young Adults’ category for the coveted Sharjah Children’s Book Illustration Award. Nominations are now being accepted, with submissions open until May 1st.
‘Farhat and the Family’ theatrical performance concluded at National Theatre in Abu Dhabi
Amidst a large audience representing various segments and classes of society, and against the backdrop of the main song urging not to surrender and always hold onto hope to achieve our goals, "Don't give up, never let go of your dream, don't stand still," the theatrical performance "Farhat and the Family" concluded with great success at the National Theatre in Abu Dhabi.
Ajman Chamber organises ‘International Ramadan Majlis’ to develop its global network of relationships
The Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) hosted an international Ramadan Majlis at the Fairmont Ajman Hotel.
The event aimed to strengthen economic ties with other countries and promote Ajman as an attractive destination for investment and business.
Sharjah Police pulls curtain down on Desert Police Park
Major Majid Saeed Al-Muhairi, the head of the organizing committee of the 'Desert Police Park,' revealed the total number of visitors to the fifth edition of the park in the year 2024, which reached 112,158 visitors, compared to 87,082 visitors in the fourth edition in 2020. He also disclosed the visitor satisfaction rate with the park's activities, which reached 93% compared to 89% in the previous edition. Additionally, he highlighted the achievement of a 95% satisfaction rate among the 75 volunteers, including police personnel and their families, as well as partners.
SCCI inaugurates ‘Souq Al Freej’ market
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) inaugurated yesterday, Saturday, the “Souq Al Freej” Ramadan market, as part of the 34th edition of Sharjah Ramadan Festival.
Sharjah Ruler attends closing ceremony of Sharjah Theatre Days
H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, witnessed, on Saturday, the closing ceremony of the 33rd edition of Sharjah Theatre Days, which was held at the Cultural Palace in Sharjah.
Berklee Abu Dhabi’s 3rd Music Summit takes place 24-25 February
Berklee Abu Dhabi, the first Middle East outpost of Berklee College of Music, is set to launch the third edition of the Berklee Abu Dhabi Music Summit, taking place on 24th and 25th February under the theme "Your Music, Your Business". The Summit dives into the basics of the music business, providing independent artists with a roadmap to develop their careers.
Emirates Post issues commemorative stamp on Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award for Childhood Creativity
Emirates Post – A 7X Company, in collaboration with the Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award for Childhood Creativity, has issued a special commemorative stamp to celebrate the 25th anniversary of this esteemed award.
Al Ain Oasis hosts Souq Al Wahat pop-up Market
The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has introduced Souq Al Wahat, a pop-market set to open later this month in Al Ain Oasis. The event presents visitors with an opportunity to explore and immerse themselves in Emirati and global cultures, featuring live entertainment, diverse shopping experiences and a range of family-friendly activities.