Al Dhaid in Sharjah has planned numerous National Day activities to showcase the emirate's heritage. Photo: supplied
Al Dhaid in Sharjah has planned numerous National Day activities to showcase the emirate's heritage. Photo: supplied
Al Dhaid in Sharjah has planned numerous National Day activities to showcase the emirate's heritage. Photo: supplied
Al Dhaid in Sharjah has planned numerous National Day activities to showcase the emirate's heritage. Photo: supplied

Sharjah's National Day 2022 celebrations will showcase strong sense of culture


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Much like its neighbouring emirates, Sharjah has curated an eventful weekend to celebrate National Day — from cultural activities to musical performances.

The celebrations, which kicked off last Thursday, are scattered across the emirate and feature sequential events in various localities. The UAE's identity, history, culture and folklore are highlighted in the line-up.

Here's a rundown of the emirate's National Day calendar.

Sharjah Museums

For National Day, entry to all Sharjah Museums' buildings is free — Sharjah Maritime Museum, Sharjah Fort and Hisn Khor Fakkan.

Fortifying national identity is at the core of the museums' events on Friday. Guests can enjoy cultural performances, as well as other activities that will highlight traditional food, games and henna drawing. There will also be cultural competitions held across the various sites.

A maritime parade, which will pay tribute to Sharjah's marine heritage, is one notable highlight.

Friday, December 2; timings vary; more information available at sharjahmuseums.ae

Al Madam

On Tuesday, Sharjah will be staging a full day of events — starting at the municipality headquarters in the morning, with police band music and military band performances, as well as an art exhibition on the history of the Emirates' union. Al Madam residents can also take part in a signing of the allegiance charter, which will symbolise their pledge to the UAE.

In the evening, Al Madam Public Park will be transformed into a cultural oasis for families, who can enjoy poetry performances and a Yowlak competition, as well as other activities for children. Popular Emirati dishes will also be available.

Tuesday, November 29; 4pm-10pm; Al Madam Public Park

Al Dhaid

From Tuesday to Friday, a host of activities will take place in Al Dhaid, starting with a march towards the Al Dhaid Fort. The following days will feature traditional dance performances, folk shows, patriotic chants and ballads, competitions, prizes and art workshops. On Friday, celebrations will wrap up with a children's painting studio and a special ceremony to honour participants, volunteers and sponsors of the events.

Tuesday, November 29, 8am-11am; November 30 to December 2, 4pm-10pm; Al Dhaid

Al Hamriyah

Al Hamriyah is organising a full roster of National Day activities on Thursday. Photo: supplied
Al Hamriyah is organising a full roster of National Day activities on Thursday. Photo: supplied

The Heritage Village on the banks of Hamriyah Creek will host National Day celebrations on Thursday. The event will showcase "the stories of the fathers and the dreams of children of Al Hamriyah".

The day will kick off with the national anthem as well as a recitation of verses from the Quran. The Al Qaala School will perform a song, followed by other musical performances by traditional bands. Various corners of the market-style venue will be filled with tents and spots showcasing cultural activities, as well as home-made goods and traditional dishes for sale.

There will be a dedicated play area for children.

Thursday, December 1; 4pm-10pm; The Heritage Village

Khor Fakkan Amphitheatre

The venue will host local artists Eida Al Menhali and Diana Haddad for a National Day concert on Saturday. Emirati singer Al Menhali, who headlined Mother of the National Festival in 2018 in Abu Dhabi, is known for his hit single Motasoa. Aside from singing, he also performs spoken poetry.

Billed as one of the most prominent Arabic pop artists since the mid-1990s, Haddad comes from Lebanon, but holds Emirati citizenship. Her top songs include Ammanih, Law Yesaloni and Ya Bashar.

Proceeds of the concert will be donated to the Big Heart Foundation.

Saturday, December 3; from 8:30pm; tickets from Dh150; Khor Fakkan Amphitheatre; sharjah.platinumlist.net

UAE National Day deals and discounts - in pictures

  • Moundox in Dubai is creating a UAE flag mosaic from complimentary cream and berry cakes
    Moundox in Dubai is creating a UAE flag mosaic from complimentary cream and berry cakes
  • Sante Ria has a buy one, get one free deal on main courses and house drinks
    Sante Ria has a buy one, get one free deal on main courses and house drinks
  • Majlis Al Sultan in Dubai will serve a limited-time lamb shoulder with spiced rice or freekeh
    Majlis Al Sultan in Dubai will serve a limited-time lamb shoulder with spiced rice or freekeh
  • Indian restaurant Bombay Borough in Dubai is offering gourmet desserts for Dh51
    Indian restaurant Bombay Borough in Dubai is offering gourmet desserts for Dh51
  • Chinese restaurant Golden Dragon in Dubai has an all-you-can-eat offer for Dh51
    Chinese restaurant Golden Dragon in Dubai has an all-you-can-eat offer for Dh51
  • Cafe Society in Dubai is offering 50 per cent off
    Cafe Society in Dubai is offering 50 per cent off
  • Wingstop has a 51 per cent discount on online orders above Dh40 across the UAE
    Wingstop has a 51 per cent discount on online orders above Dh40 across the UAE
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah has a combo brunch and stay deal for one night on December 3
    DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah has a combo brunch and stay deal for one night on December 3
  • Park Hyatt Dubai is offering discounted suites for stays between December 1 and 20
    Park Hyatt Dubai is offering discounted suites for stays between December 1 and 20
  • Enjoy a discounted overnight stay at JA The Resort in Dubai
    Enjoy a discounted overnight stay at JA The Resort in Dubai
  • The Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra has been playing the UAE national anthem once a week this month as part of National Day celebrations at Dubai's Mall of the Emirates
    The Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra has been playing the UAE national anthem once a week this month as part of National Day celebrations at Dubai's Mall of the Emirates
  • Al Khawaneej Walk in Dubai will put on a cultural parade on December 2
    Al Khawaneej Walk in Dubai will put on a cultural parade on December 2
  • Modest fashion brand Kayfi is offering up to 50 per cent discount on select items
    Modest fashion brand Kayfi is offering up to 50 per cent discount on select items
  • Online shop Project Byouty is offering up to 30 per cent off on select beauty products
    Online shop Project Byouty is offering up to 30 per cent off on select beauty products
  • French fashion brand Lacoste has a sale valid during National Day
    French fashion brand Lacoste has a sale valid during National Day
  • Build structures in the colours of the UAE flag at Legoland Dubai
    Build structures in the colours of the UAE flag at Legoland Dubai
  • Saudi singer Dalia Mubarak is performing at Al Wasl Plaza in Dubai on December 2
    Saudi singer Dalia Mubarak is performing at Al Wasl Plaza in Dubai on December 2
  • Post Malone is performing at Etihad Park on December 3
    Post Malone is performing at Etihad Park on December 3
  • Chilean DJ Carlos Campos is performing at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi on December 2
    Chilean DJ Carlos Campos is performing at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi on December 2
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Age: 34

Favourite superhero: Batman

Favourite sport: anything extreme

Favourite person: Muhammad Ali 

Bookshops: A Reader's History by Jorge Carrión (translated from the Spanish by Peter Bush),
Biblioasis

MATCH INFO

Uefa Champions League final:

Who: Real Madrid v Liverpool
Where: NSC Olimpiyskiy Stadium, Kiev, Ukraine
When: Saturday, May 26, 10.45pm (UAE)
TV: Match on BeIN Sports

JAPAN SQUAD

Goalkeepers: Masaaki Higashiguchi, Shuichi Gonda, Daniel Schmidt
Defenders: Yuto Nagatomo, Tomoaki Makino, Maya Yoshida, Sho Sasaki, Hiroki Sakai, Sei Muroya, Genta Miura, Takehiro Tomiyasu
Midfielders: Toshihiro Aoyama, Genki Haraguchi, Gaku Shibasaki, Wataru Endo, Junya Ito, Shoya Nakajima, Takumi Minamino, Hidemasa Morita, Ritsu Doan
Forwards: Yuya Osako, Takuma Asano, Koya Kitagawa

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- Over-80s will rise from 141m in 2017 to 866m in 2100

- Nigeria will become the world’s second most populous country with 791m by 2100, behind India

- China will fall dramatically from a peak of 2.4 billion in 2024 to 732 million by 2100

- an average of 2.1 children per woman is required to sustain population growth

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Indians residing overseas cannot cast their ballot abroad

Non-resident Indians or NRIs can vote only by going to a polling booth in their home constituency

There are about 3.1 million NRIs living overseas

Indians have urged political parties to extend the right to vote to citizens residing overseas

A committee of the Election Commission of India approved of proxy voting for non-resident Indians

Proxy voting means that a person can authorise someone residing in the same polling booth area to cast a vote on his behalf.

This option is currently available for the armed forces, police and government officials posted outside India

A bill was passed in the lower house of India’s parliament or the Lok Sabha to extend proxy voting to non-resident Indians

However, this did not come before the upper house or Rajya Sabha and has lapsed

The issue of NRI voting draws a huge amount of interest in India and overseas

Over the past few months, Indians have received messages on mobile phones and on social media claiming that NRIs can cast their votes online

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Welcome back. What was it like to return to RAK and to play for fans out here again?
It’s an amazing feeling to be back in the passionate UAE again. Seeing the fans having a great time that is what it’s all about.

You're currently touring the globe as part of your Legends of the Feels Tour. How important is it to you to include the Middle East in the schedule?
The tour is doing really well and is extensive and intensive at the same time travelling all over the globe. My Middle Eastern fans are very dear to me, it’s good to be back.

You mix tracks that people know and love, but you also have a visually impressive set too (graphics etc). Is that the secret recipe to Dash Berlin's live gigs?
People enjoying the combination of the music and visuals are the key factor in the success of the Legends Of The Feel tour 2018.

Have you had some time to explore Ras al Khaimah too? If so, what have you been up to?
Coming fresh out of Las Vegas where I continue my 7th annual year DJ residency at Marquee, I decided it was a perfect moment to catch some sun rays and enjoy the warm hospitality of Bab Al Bahr.

 

Where can I submit a sample?

Volunteers can now submit DNA samples at a number of centres across Abu Dhabi. The programme is open to all ages.

Collection centres in Abu Dhabi include:

  • Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC)
  • Biogenix Labs in Masdar City
  • Al Towayya in Al Ain
  • NMC Royal Hospital in Khalifa City
  • Bareen International Hospital
  • NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Ain
  • NMC Royal Medical Centre - Abu Dhabi
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Sreesanth's India bowling career

Tests 27, Wickets 87, Average 37.59, Best 5-40

ODIs 53, Wickets 75, Average 33.44, Best 6-55

T20Is 10, Wickets 7, Average 41.14, Best 2-12

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Director: Siva
Stars: Suriya, Bobby Deol, Disha Patani, Yogi Babu, Redin Kingsley
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Sreesanth's India bowling career

Tests 27, Wickets 87, Average 37.59, Best 5-40

ODIs 53, Wickets 75, Average 33.44, Best 6-55

T20Is 10, Wickets 7, Average 41.14, Best 2-12

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Match info

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Everton 1 (Calvert-Lewin 65')

Updated: November 28, 2022, 12:03 PM