Gary Lineker, the renowned BBC football commentator and former footballer, was honored with a Sport and Human Rights Award from Amnesty International. He received this recognition for his unwavering commitment to immigration and human rights issues, particularly after he criticized the language used by UK government officials while discussing asylum policy in March.Lineker, aged 62,…
Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, the president of the UAE Gender Balance Council, expressed her satisfaction with the increasing progress of gender equity in various sectors of the nation. She attributed this positive transformation to the government's forward-thinking policies that promote gender equality. As a testament to the nation's commitment to fostering gender…
Dubai-based Emirati artist Almaha Jaralla is hosting her latest exhibition titled "Seham" at Tabari Art Space in Dubai, aiming to evoke a warm and welcoming atmosphere in an art gallery. The exhibition features an old-fashioned majlis, complete with floral wallpaper, where visitors are invited to sit and immerse themselves in the artwork.The inspiration for Jaralla's…
Mashael bin Saedan is a trailblazing entrepreneur and visionary leader in the Saudi Arabian real estate industry. As the chairwoman of Al-Saedan Factory for New Building Technology and CEO of Al-Saedan for Development, she has spearheaded the digital and technical-industrial transformation of the sector, taking her real estate development group to new heights.
Her journey…
Mayar Sherif, the Egyptian tennis star, is making waves in the tennis world with her recent achievements and historic milestones. In a conversation with her psychologist, Sherif revealed her motivation to surpass Ismail El-Shafei's career-high ranking of 34, which stood as the highest-ranking achieved by an Egyptian player in the Open era since 1975. Sherif's…
Ramla Ali, the Somali-British boxer, experienced her first professional loss on Saturday night when she faced Julissa Alejandra Guzman in an undercard match in New Orleans. The Mexican opponent secured victory with a knockout in the eighth round, claiming the Super Bantamweight IBF Inter-Continental title.Despite the defeat, Ramla Ali remains a shining star in women's…
In a society where dance was once considered taboo for women, Kinetico Dance Company emerged as a trailblazing force in Saudi Arabia, becoming the nation's first female-owned dance company. Over the past 14 years, the company has grown into a beloved fixture in Riyadh, fostering a sense of community and professionalism that draws hundreds of…
Muna AbuSulayman is a prominent figure in the world of philanthropy and international development, with an illustrious career spanning over 25 years. With a diverse background and a passion for empowering untapped talent, she has made significant contributions to various sectors, leaving a lasting impact on the global community.As a partner at Transform VC, AbuSulayman…
In a male-dominated and conservative society like Iraq, Nour al-Janabi stands out as a trailblazer, defying societal norms and breaking barriers as a female carpenter and furniture-maker. At 29 years old, she runs her carpentry workshop in south Baghdad, where she designs, makes, and mends sofas and armchairs, ranging from rustic styles to Louis XV,…
In Egypt, the tabla drum has long been associated with belly dancers and seedy nightclubs, giving it an image problem that professional tabla players are now seeking to overcome. The goblet-shaped traditional drum, an early version of which was found in the ancient temple of the Goddess Hathor in Qena, southern Egypt, has been a…