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November is a curious month. Spooky season is over, but Christmas season hasn’t started yet. It’s the middle brother, often ignored entirely by people either holding on to the fall season or those who are more than ready to bring out the Santa hats. Sure, Thanksgiving is celebrated in the final week, but that’s just one country in the world; everywhere else, poor November is just the in-between month. However, it’s still a full 30-day month, and what better way to wait for Christmas than by watching some movies as underrated as the month itself? From dark and seriously messed-up…

Debut performance at Sharjah International Book Fair enthrals audienceswith a masterful blend of comedy, suspense and cultural reflection Sharjah, November 16, 2024 Merging comedy and horror is a delicate balance, but when executed with finesse, it creates an unforgettable experience. At the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2024), the Kuwaiti play “Al-Yathum” achieved just that. Debuting on Friday, the performance took the audience on a whirlwind journey of laughter, tension, and poignant social commentary, all while celebrating the rich cultural unity that defines the region. The play opened on a chilling note, setting the stage for a gripping narrative.…

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently nixed hopes of a regular Tesla model ever selling for $25,000. But he was talking about new models: For car rental company Hertz, the race to sell used Teslas and other EVs at ever-lower prices is not only still on, but accelerating. Hertz had kicked off 2024 by announcing it was trying to get rid of 20,000 previously-rented, used electric vehicles at “no-haggle prices” before the end of the year. By the end of April, that figure had risen to 30,000 EVs, with average selling prices of around $25,000. Now, with less than two months…

Book’s sales proceeds from Sharjah International Book Fair will support underprivileged children through Sharjah-based global humanitarian organisation The Big Heart Foundation Sharjah, November 16, 2024 Building on the success of her acclaimed book International Media and Cultural Communications, Dr. Nada Jaber, a distinguished media studies researcher and author, has released its English translation. Published by Mosaic House for Studies and Publishing, the new version debuted during the 43rd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), responding to the demand from academic institutions, university students, and researchers in the media and communication fields. Dr. Jaber announced that all proceeds from…

There’s little doubt that the Apple Watch has become one of the most popular wearables. While it wasn’t the first smartwatch on the market by a long shot, Apple’s wearable seemed to find its stride more quickly than many of its rivals. That’s not to say that the competition isn’t heating up. This year’s Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra are worthy contenders thanks to improved performance and new health features. Nevertheless, the Apple Watch has had a cozy lead, erven though it sometimes feels like Apple is coasting by adding only iterative improvements each year. A little…

Mansour, The Festival, powered by Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company (ADEC) and presented by Solutions+, successfully set a Guinness World Records™ title for The World’s Largest Ball Pit on 14 November 2024. The event, held at Zayed Sports City, featured a ball pit measuring 45 metres in diameter (1,590 sqm) and filled with approximately 2.4 million eco-friendly plastic balls, set to draw thousands of families and attendees from across the UAE. Abu Dhabi, UAE (November 15, 2024): Mansour, The Festival has officially made history, breaking the Guinness World Records™ title for The World’s Largest Ball Pit. The successful attempt, powered by…

This time next year, the Fantastic Four will officially be members of Marvel’s Cinematic Universe. The Fantastic Four: First Steps is still seven months away, with filming still happening in Europe at this very moment. Marvel keeps most of its projects close to the vest, however, the studio revealed the first synopsis for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which promises to be “very personal” for the titular superhero team. “Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retrofuturistic world, The Fantastic Four: First Steps introduces Marvel’s First Family — Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ben Grimm/The…

Turn your kitchen waste into culinary treasures :Chef Arina champions zero-waste cooking at SIBF 2024Sharjah International Book Fair attendees learn how to turn food scraps into gourmet dishes with Chef Arina’s expert guidance. Sharjah, November 16, 2024 For Chef Arina Suchde, sustainability in the kitchen isn’t just a concept; it’s a lifestyle shaped by mindfulness and practicality. With over 16 years in the culinary industry, Chef Arina focuses on empowering individuals to embrace zero-waste practices at home. At the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), she brought her philosophy to life in a lively cooking session, crafting delicious dishes from kitchen…

It’s not uncommon for a retro game for kids to catch on with older and more modern audiences. There are a ton of Disney games like The Lion King that have stood the test of time. This week, an unexpected entry has joined those ranks. Piglet’s Big Game, a 2003 video game tie-in with Piglet’s Big Movie that released on the PlayStation 2, PC, and GameCube, has gone viral, with some people calling it their new favorite survival horror game. Yes, you read that correctly. The game started gaining traction with an X post from user Jaxonloid, who was shocked that there…

Nature Puppets workshop teaches children to transform dried flowers and leaves into whimsical fairies and ballerinas Sharjah, November 16, 2024 Taking inspiration from the tale of Cinderella who turned from a plain girl into a beautiful princess at the waving of a wand, a group of young girls turned a simple sketch of a girl given to them to beautiful fairies and ballerinas at the “Nature Puppets” workshop during the 43rd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) happening at Expo Centre Sharjah. Workshop facilitator Sara Mezher spread before the girls, aged 9 and above, delicate dried flowers and…