Manama / WAM The United Arab Emirates, represented by the National Media Council and private media organisations, has won 22 awards at the 14th Gulf Radio and Television Festival, which concluded on Friday evening. Ali bin Mohammed Al Rumaihi, Bahraini Information Minister and President of the 14th Gulf Radio and Television Festival, presented winners with the awards at a special ...

Abu Dhabi / WAM The National Centre of Meteorology and Seismology (NCMS) is urging drivers to be cautious, reduce speed and leave enough distance between vehicles while driving due to strong north eastern winds lifting dust. In a statement, the NCMS warned of severe turbulent weather and very rough seas in the Arabian Gulf. The forecasters advised people not to ...

Sharjah / WAM The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has announced the completion of all preparations for the eighth edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) 2016, which will take place from April 20-30 at Expo Centre Sharjah. Themed ‘Shine Out,’ SCRF 2016 will be held under the patronage of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council ...