ABU DHABI / WAM The Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA), presented by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), has revealed the shortlists for its 20th edition (2025–2026). The selections span diverse categories, including Literature, Young Author, Translation, Literary and Art Criticism, Arab Culture in Other Languages, Manuscripts, Encyclopaedias and Lexicons, and Publishing and Technology. These distinguished works exemplify the …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has been ranked first in the UAE and 67th globally for granted US utility patents in 2025 according to the prestigious annual ranking announced by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). This milestone coincides with the UAEU’s Golden Jubilee and reflects its continued commitment to innovation and research …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 1,440 inmates from correctional institutions across the country. His Highness has also undertaken to settle any financial obligations arising from the prisoners’ sentences, in observance of the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. The initiative reflects the UAE President’s commitment …