Sharjah Light Festival 2015

The lights are back in town, and this time, they’re more spectacular than ever. The 5th edition of the 9-day Sharjah Light Festival, organized by the Sharjah Tourism Authority, started off its m…

Why I Choose to be Child-Free

The acclaimed author may be speaking in a different context here; yet, her statement rings true down to this generation. Childlessness – that is, women choosing to live without having a child or the t…

Jafar Rizvi Other ,,,,,,,,,

A major part of being human is the genuine concern we can have for other beings. It’s what sets us apart from animals. It’s what marks the best of humanity. Compassionate selflessness is the ultimate virtue. The UAE, recognizing this, is nothing, if not charitable, and their latest venture is an admirable effort to bring […]