Sharjah News

Sharjah Light Festival 2016 brightens up the city

Children and adults alike gasped in wonder as the University buildings around them lit up in bright psychedelic colours and patterns. Video by M.Sajjad/ Khaleej Times

Eight-year old girl falls to death from Sharjah apartment

During 2015 there were seven cases of death among children due to fall from high rise.

Sharjah Light Festival 2016 starts today

The Sharjah Light Festival will be held for 10 days, from February 4 to 13.

Bee'ah marks National Environment Day

Bee'ah held an internal carpooling initiative, which saw hundreds of Bee'ah's employees organizing ride-shares to work.

Plans for Sharjah's Friday Market approved

Dubai-Sharjah traffic rush could cost Dh12 billion

The big story for today weighs the economic cost of traffic congestions on Dubai and Sharjah route.

Sharjah election: Failed candidates can appeal today

The rest 21 members will be appointed by His Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah.

Turkish nights beckon Al Qasba visitors

'Turkish nights' will run daily between 5pm and 11pm, and visitors will be able to get a taste of Turkish culture.

Emirati woman among 21 elected to Sharjah council

Sharjah citizens turned out in huge numbers to vote in the historic polls. Other 21 members will be appointed by HH Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah.

2 women held for spate of burglaries

The victims stole mobile phones, jewellery and money