#Sharjah
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MiscellaneousSharjah Ruler Expands Bereavement Leave to Strengthen Family Bonds for Government and University Staff
Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi has extended bereavement leave for Sharjah government and university employees to five days locally and eight days internationally to strengthen family bonds.
EconomyUnlocking Al Dhaid: How Etihad Rail's New Station Will Transform Sharjah's Historic Oasis
The historic Sharjah oasis town of Al Dhaid is set to become an accessible cultural hotspot with the opening of a new Etihad Rail passenger station.
EconomySharjah-Oman Logistics Corridor Sees 66% Trade Surge Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruptions
The value of goods moving through the Sharjah-Oman logistics corridor jumped over 66% in three months as shippers bypass the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war.
EconomyDubai Greenlights Massive 12-Lane, 80km Highway to Ease Traffic Between Emirates
Dubai has approved an 80km, 12-lane highway project connecting Sharjah and Abu Dhabi to cut travel times and ease heavy traffic congestion.
Breaking NewsSharjah Declares Three Days of Mourning Following the Passing of Sheikh Mohammed bin Salem Al Qasimi
Sharjah has announced three days of mourning following the death of Sheikh Mohammed bin Salem Al Qasimi, brother of the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah. Tributes have poured in from officials as funeral arrangements and condolence schedules are announced.
CultureFrom Sharjah Watercolours to Berlin: How the UAE Shaped Artist Nadia Kaabi-Linke
Acclaimed artist Nadia Kaabi-Linke reflects on how her artistic journey began in the UAE and how she uses her Berlin studio to foster cross-cultural dialogue amidst shifting immigration politics.
EconomySharjah's New Part-Time Work Scheme Empowers Retirees and Boosts Mental Well-being
A new initiative in Sharjah allows retired citizens to return to part-time public sector work, aiming to enhance their mental health and provide a renewed sense of purpose.
EconomySharjah's Innovative Retirement Plan Redefines Senior Employment and Social Inclusion
Sharjah has introduced a new part-time work initiative for senior citizens and retirees in the public sector, aiming to promote social inclusion and retain valuable institutional knowledge.
CultureSharjah's Historic Coastal Sites Earn Spot on Unesco World Heritage Tentative List
Three historic coastal locations in Sharjah have been added to Unesco's Tentative List for World Heritage, highlighting more than two millennia of maritime and trade history.
EconomyDubai's Azizi Developments Expands into Sharjah with Massive Dh30 Billion Mixed-Use Project
Dubai-based Azizi Developments is expanding into Sharjah with the launch of Azizi Florence, a Dh30 billion mixed-use project featuring thousands of homes and a massive central park.
EconomySharjah Ruler Introduces Flexible Part-Time Work Scheme for Retirees and Senior Citizens
Sharjah Ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi has approved a flexible part-time work scheme for retirees and senior citizens in the public sector to enhance family stability and work-life balance.
EconomySharjah Ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi Sets Dh20,000 Minimum Wage for Government Employees
Sharjah Ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi has approved a minimum wage of Dh20,000 for government employees and introduced living allowances for retirees and families.
EconomySharjah to Launch First Phase of Al Taawun Tunnel Project to Ease Dubai Commuter Gridlock
Sharjah's Roads and Transport Authority announced that the first phase of the Al Taawun tunnel project will partially open in two months to ease heavy commuter traffic to Dubai.
CultureInside Vida Aljada: A First Look at Sharjah's Newest Five-Star Destination
Vida Aljada has opened as Sharjah's first five-star hotel in the Aljada district, offering 175 rooms, extensive amenities, and a family-friendly neighbourhood atmosphere.
MiscellaneousSharjah Drivers Claim Top Spot as UAE's Safest in New Traffic Study
A new traffic study by the Bin Yaber Driving Institute has ranked Sharjah drivers as the safest in the UAE, followed by Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
EconomyDubai Unveils Two New Emirates Road Lanes to Slash Sharjah Commute Times
Dubai is opening two new lanes on Emirates Road on Sunday to reduce congestion and cut travel times between the emirate and Sharjah by up to 25 per cent.
CultureVantage Point Sharjah 13 Spotlights Intimate Documentary Photography and Personal Narratives
Vantage Point 13 at the Photography Gallery in Sharjah showcases commissioned documentary projects from six artists, exploring deeply personal stories ranging from Gulf migration to Palestinian identity.
Breaking NewsUAE Air Defence Successfully Responds to Ballistic Missile Threat Launched from Iran
UAE air defence systems responded to two ballistic missiles launched from Iran on Tuesday evening, prompting temporary alerts for residents in Dubai and Sharjah before the situation was declared safe.