Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), an independent forum aimed at conserving the environment by strengthening and promoting green building practices, has called for strengthening eco-literacy among students and promoting public private partnerships for achieving the ‘green’ transformation of UAE’s schools. The recommendations for transforming UAE’s schools into sustainable environments are highlighted in the ‘State of
Over 100 high school students from GEMS American Academy had the unique opportunity to discuss astronomy and the cosmos with Neil deGrasse Tyson – world renowned American astrophysicist and space expert – who believes the idea of space has the power to inspire young minds. Currently the host & narrator for Cosmos: A SpaceTime Odyssey, Tyson is
The original owner, King Farouk of Egypt (1920-1965), was the great-great-grandson of Muhammed Ali, and the tenth ruler from the Muhammad Ali Dynasty. The penultimate King of Egypt and the Sudan, Farouk held this position for 16 years and was a renowned collector of fine watches. Inheriting his love of watches from his father, King Farouk commissioned
Accenture (NYSE: ACN), in collaboration with The World Government Summit, has released a new report that finds that regulators must embrace the innovative application of emerging technologies, known as RegTech, to enable a more effective regulatory environment, mitigate risks and drive competitive advantage. According to the report, RegTech allows regulatory processes to be redesigned, enabling real-time, data-driven
A plenary panel session on day one of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) debated whether this year’s guest nation India could ever lead the global economy in the future, and discussed the issues that could hold up any progress. According to the World Economic Forum, India is the seventh largest economy in the
The Sharjah University City is witnessing a spectacular display of light, decorated with glittering lights that celebrate the role of science, knowledge and culture in building generations and future pioneers. The event is held under the patronage of His Highness (H.H.) Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler
Marina Mall Abu Dhabi is turning up the romance this Valentine’s Day with a number of shop and win promotions and Parisian-inspired and dreamy picture perfect moments that even the Kardashian’s would be proud of. Pulling out all stops for shoppers this week, the mall at the end of the corniche will give visitors who
