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Layla Hashem's daughters packed their belongings and left home to escape the violence in Khartoum. Photo: Layla Hashem
Sharjah man fears for family’s safety in Sudan

Communication and money transfers to Sudan said to be 'near impossible'

UAEApril 29, 2023
Liza Ayach
Dubai resident Dr Yasir Amin Latif planned to spend the last week of Ramadan with his parents in Sudan when fighting broke out. Photo: Dr Latif
Dubai surgeon in Sudan treats civilians' wounds

Dr Yasir Amin Latif's Ramadan visit to his parents put him in front line at a hospital in Khartoum

UAEApril 24, 2023
Liza Ayach
Sheikh Mana, left, and Sheikha Mahra have married. Photo: Sheikh Mana; Sheikha Mahra / Instagram
What did wedding poem written for Ruler of Dubai's daughter say?

Couple's nuptials announced via heartfelt verses in Arabic, which also honour Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid

Arts & CultureApril 08, 2023
One Carlo Diaz
Mohamed Al Sherif, centre left, won the coveted adhan category, receiving 2 million Saudi riyals ($530,000). Photo: Otr Elkalam
Winners of Saudi TV talent show Otr Elkalam announced

Saudi and Iranian reciters take top awards in TV talent show

Film & TVApril 08, 2023
Liza Ayach
The total prize money for Otr Elkalam exceeds 12 million Saudi riyals ($3.2 million). Photo: Otr Elkalam / Twitter
World's largest Quran recitation TV competition returns

Televised religious talent show Otr Elkalam celebrates exceptional vocal ability

Film & TVApril 01, 2023
Liza Ayach
Emirati singer Hussain Al Jassmi has released Bab Rizq, meaning A Door to Blessings. Reem Mohammed / The National
Hussain Al Jassmi spreads hope and optimism in new Ramadan song

Filmed in Egypt, Bab Rizk reinforces Islam’s values and teachings

Arts & CultureMarch 25, 2023
Liza Ayach
Jahida Wehbe performs Night 352 from One Thousand and One Nights. Photo: Abu Dhabi Cultural Foundation
Night 352 of 1001 Nights brought to life in Abu Dhabi

Osama Abdulrasol teamed up with Brussels Jazz Orchestra to revive Arabian tales that still appeal to the imagination

Music & On-stageFebruary 26, 2023
Liza Ayach
Three ancient rings discovered at Al-Ukhdood archaeological site. They feature butterfly-shaped motifs on top. Photo: Heritage Commission
Rare pre-Islamic artefacts discovered in southern Saudi Arabia

The findings include three gold rings, a bronze bull's head, large inscriptions and various types of pottery

Art & DesignFebruary 21, 2023
Hareth Al Bustani
Egyptian performer Yahya Nadi wins Munshid Al Sharjah season 14
Egyptian Yahya Nadi wins Munshid Al Sharjah season 14

Final marked an exciting end to the nasheed competition, held at Sharjah's Al Majaz Amphitheatre

Music & On-stageDecember 26, 2022
Liza Ayach
A full audience at Al Majaz Amphitheatre watching the Munshid Al Sharjah event. Photo: NNCPR
Three contestants eliminated in Munshid Al Sharjah semifinal

Six performers will now compete to win the final on December 25

Music & On-stageDecember 18, 2022
Liza Ayach
Al Majaz Amphitheatre lit up for the opening night of the Munshid Al Sharjah. Photo: NNCPR
Only nine remain in Munshid Al Sharjah after dazzling opening night

Voting for this year's nasheed star is now open

Music & On-stageDecember 16, 2022
Liza Ayach
The 12 gifted vocalists taking part in the Munshid Al Sharjah competition. Photo: NNCPR
Munshid Al Sharjah finals to begin with special performance by Ali El Haggar

Twelve finalists will compete for the coveted title in the 14th season of the show

Music & On-stageDecember 14, 2022
Liza Ayach
Participants of the Munshid Al Sharjah Islamic chanting competition all look back fondly on their experience, even those who didn't win. Photo: NNCPR
Munshid Al Sharjah past finalists: where are they now?

As the emirate looks ahead to its Islamic chanting competition, we catch up with some of its previous finalists

On StageDecember 01, 2022
Liza Ayach
Andy Scott climbed the 123m flagpole on Flag Island in Sharjah. Photo: Antonie Robertson / The National
On top of the world: We climb the highest flagpole in Sharjah

Our multimedia producer scales the 123m structure to film Sharjah’s landmarks for National Day

UAEDecember 01, 2022
Liza Ayach
A total of 12 finalists were whittled down from the 1,432 people who auditioned. All Photos: The National Network Communications
Munshid Al Sharjah announces the 12 finalists for its coming season

The Islamic chanting talent contest returns for its 14th season in December

Music & On-stageNovember 30, 2022
Liza Ayach
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