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Eyes on

‘Eyes On’ is all about the significant happenings and recent news across the UAE and particularly in the Emirate of Sharjah. Covering the major aspects of life in the Emirate such as health, education, culture, community concerns and more. Be it a corporate exhibition or a family funfair, tune in on weekdays (Mon-Thu) from 4PM-5PM to get in on the conversation.

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00:08:10

The 93KM Climate-Controlled Dubai Highway: Sci-Fi or...

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2023/02/12

A UAE-based company is proposing a plan to build 93KM climate-controlled highway, turning Dubai into a walkable city. But is it truly feasible? Can the idea work? Or is it just another far-fetched dream?

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00:13:25

"Heroes": An Exhibition by Thenjiwe Niki Nkosi

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2023/02/12

Who are your heroes? Who is a nationally-recognized hero? And are they the same people? These are the questions South African artist Thenjiwe Niki Nkosi had before delving into her exhibition "Heroes," where she celebrates the heroes of her life by immortalizing them in a series of portraits during Sharjah Biennial 15.

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00:23:57

Talking Sustainability with The Raw Coffee Company's...

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2023/02/12

The term sustainability is this decade's buzzword. But are all these companies and corporations truly sustainable? Kim Thompson, the Co-founder and Managing Director of Raw Coffee Company, talks about their company's newly revamped sustainable packaging, the concept of ethically sourcing coffee beans and what sustainability means to various groups across the supply chain.

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00:11:07

Sheikha Nawar Al Qasimi Talks Sharjah Biennial 15

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2023/02/12

The 30th anniversary of Sharjah Biennial is celebrating "Thinking Historically in the Present," by dissecting and looking into ones past, present and future. Sheikha Nawar Al Qasimi, Vice President of Sharjah Art Foundation, gives us an overview of what to expect in this year's edition of the biennial.

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00:08:25

Sharjah Police's Traffic Campaigns

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2023/02/01

We have seen many traffic campaigns by several police forces across the UAE, and Sharjah Police just announced that it will be holding 6 throughout 2023. The prevalence of such initiatives shows us that there is still a need for such campaigns to be held nationwide; to make sure that the residents of the UAE are made aware of the consequences of not following traffic laws and regulations, and the dangers of breaking them.

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00:07:32

Exploring Web 3.0 At Sharjah Research Technology and...

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2023/01/30

We have heard the terms Web 3.0, the Internet of Things, and Artificial Intelligence being discussed for years, but how will they impact our future as humans? The BusinessBreakfast talk hosted by Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park discusses the future of these technologies and how they will change our lives.

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00:07:25

UAE Plans To Reach 14GW Of Renewable Energy By 2030

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2023/01/30

The UAE is actively pursuing a number of green, sustainable and climate conscious targets, such as the clean energy targets for 2030 and 2050. Climate Minister Mariam Almheiri talks all about the UAE's ambitions and latest achievements in the field of clean energy, in an interview with CNN.

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00:04:47

Rare Manuscripts At Sharjah Public Library

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2023/01/30

Sharjah Public Library boasts a whole wide range of rare manuscripts and hidden gems within its shelves, inviting people interested in everything from science to history to browse through them.

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00:07:36

GITEX Supporting Entities Are Gifted NFTs

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2023/01/30

Sharjah Digital Office decided to be a little different when it came to showing appreciation to their sponsors and supporting entities during GITEX Global 2022. So they gifted them non-fungible tokens digital trophies (NFTs)using Soul Bound Tokens(SBTs)technology, replacing traditional appreciation plaques for the first time ever in the world.

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00:06:27

Supporting Local Produce and Local Farmers

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2023/01/30

You can't go wrong when you support local farms and produce, especially when it comes to the long run. This is why Sharjah Cooperative Society continues to provide special support throughout its branches in the Emirate, and during the Farmers' Forum.

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00:05:56

A Nursing Home for Elderly Artists in Egypt

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2023/01/22

Many artists and scholars go without recognition in their lifetime, only to gain popularity and appreciation after their death. In an attempt to thank those who have contributed to the art scene in the Arab world, the Sharjah Department of Culture opens a nursing home for elderly artists in Egypt.

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00:06:38

Emporwering Elderly Farmers

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2023/01/22

The Sharjah Social Services Department embarks on a new initiative in collaboration with the Sharjah Cooperative Society. With the support of the Sharjah Age Friendly City Office, the department empowers elderly farmers residing in the Emirate, providing them with shelves to display and sell their products free of charge, to help them achieve financial stability and independence.

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00:06:01

Heritage Media Between Stereotypes And Loss Of...

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2023/01/22

While there is a growing interest in period dramas across the world and in the Middle East, including in Arabic, there is still a lack of proper or accurate representation especially in the Gulf region. A recent discussion, during a symposium held by the Sharjah Institute for Heritage highlights the media’s significant role in preserving heritage from generation to generation, serving as a vehicle of representation.

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00:06:23

Sharjah Archaeology Museum Celebrates its 30th...

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2023/01/22

Sharjah Museum Authority celebrates the Sharjah Archaeology Museum's 30th anniversary, as a platform for research, excavations and as a cultural institution.

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00:05:52

Sharjah Biennial 2023

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2023/01/22

Sharjah's Biennial is back for its 30th anniversary in 18 venues spread across the emirate. Sharjah Art Foundation brings together over 150 artists and collectives from more than 70 countries for its 15th edition, conceived by the late Okwui Enwezor and curated by the Foundation’s Director Hoor Al Qasimi.

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00:08:17

The Impacts Of Billboards On Urban Spaces

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2023/01/22

Commercial boards are part of urban environment but we don't tend to think about how they impact us and our surroundings aesthetically. During a recent Sharjah Executive Council meeting, the group discuss a report on these billboards, shedding light on their impact on the general urban appearance of the Emirate.

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00:05:58

The Neighbourhood Storyteller Documentary

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2023/01/22

The Big Heart Foundation’s debut documentary feature film tells the story of Asma, a mother, wife and lover of storytelling who was pushed out of her home country of Syria due to the war. The award winning film invites viewers to follow her at the Zaatari refugee camp in Jordan, empowering teenage girls to build a future of opportunities she never had, as the neighborhood storyteller.

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00:08:52

UAE Workers Prefer Remote Working over Salary Increase

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2023/01/22

As the pandemic went on and people worked from home, a lot individuals realized that they actually preferred the flexible hours and working remotely over coming to the office. An interesting study conducted in the UAE, show that a lot of employees share the same sentiment even going as far as preferring it over a salary increase.

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00:05:20

Own A Piece Of Umm Al Quwain's Soviet Era Aircraft

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2023/01/22

If you didn't get a chance to see the iconic Ilyushin IL-76 in the deserts of Umm Al Quwain before it got dismantled in 2022, you can get your hands on limited edition plane tags made from pieces of the airplane.

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00:04:41

A Blockchain Pilot Project at the University of Sharjah

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2023/01/20

Blockchain is sweeping the world and made its descent at Sharjah. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and the President of the University, launches the pilot blockchain project with the hopes of using the technology to serve Sharjah's community.

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