You might not think there’s more to the desert than sand. But with plants and animals alike under threat from human interference in the arid landscape, it’s clear that our natural surroundings need safeguarding. To this end, the UAE Ministry …
A recent survey reveals a general lack of awareness on the prevalence of hearing impairment in the UAE. According to MED-EL, a firm specialising in hearing implant systems, 81 percent of respondents have little to no awareness about the condition …
Are you an Abu Dhabi-based student who fancies a trip to Europe with friends? Then this is your chance to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. The catch: you have to live off cans of energy drink. For …
Renewable energy company Masdar has announced the winner of its fourth annual Engage blogging contest The theme of this year’s competition focussed on how governments and the business community can collaborate to help tackle climate change. Almost 100 entries were …
A new competition is kicking off in the capital, aiming to find the back of the net. The inaugural Abu Dhabi 7s tournament will see 20 sides go head to head as they vie to be crowned champions. Registration is …
Starting children young when it comes to environmental education is a must. So a writing contest has been launched to give little eco-warriors a means to make their thoughts heard and just in time for Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week celebrations. …
Einstein and theatre may be two words you never thought you’d hear in the same sentence, but thanks to a new theatre production, now they are intrinsically linked. One of India’s most celebrated film and stage actors Naseeruddin Shah is …
The UAE’s first pro golfer is ready to tee off against the big wigs at the upcoming Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship. The 25-year-old Ahmed Al Musharrekh is the first Emirati golfer to turn professional, and will join the likes …
After 2016 was announced as the Year of Reading, the first steps of a nation-wide effort have been taken to inspire people across the country, young and old, to pick up a book. To get the ball rolling, the National …
Abu Dhabi’s elegant wading birds have broken records thanks to efforts from the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD). Flamingo hatchings in the capital doubled in the past year, with 420 chicks being born at Al Wathba Wetland Reserve last …