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Eyes on
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‘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.
Episodes
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Landscape to Table with Moza AlMatrooshi
You may have heard of "farm to table" but have you ever heard of "landscape to table"? Coined by artist and chef Moza AlMatrooshi, she talks to us about how she came up with the concept that brings into focus the stories of the land and the ingredients at the forefront, her opinion on the local...
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Vantage Point 13 with Sara Al Mheiri
Sara Al Mheiri is back on Eyes On as a co-curator of Vantage Point 13. She gives us a behind the scenes look into the process of picking the photographs, working with the artists and her opinions on what differentiates "documentary photography" from every day photography.
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Vantage Point 13 with Osemudiamen Ekore
Sharjah's annual photography exhibition is back for its thirteenth edition. Osemudiamen Ekore, Curatorial Assistant at Sharjah Art Foundation and co-curator of the exhibition, tells us about the intricacies and work behind Vantage Point 13, talking design decisions, the newly inaugurated...
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Laila Majid and Inaam Zafar's Body Quotidian
In centralizing the body, Laila Majid and Inaam Zafar picture the mundane and everyday overlooked aspects of life, surroundings and emotions through their joint exhibition "Body Quotidian."
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Al Dhaid Date Festival Marks 10 Years of Heritage
On today's episode of Eyes On, we celebrate a decade of dates, heritage, and homegrown pride. The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has finalised preparations for the 10th edition of the Al Dhaid Date Festival, running from 23rd to 26th July at Expo Al Dhaid, with extensive...
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Sharjah Police Boosts Fleet with 130 New Vehicles
On today's episode of Eyes On, we put the spotlight on a major boost to safety and security across the emirate. Sharjah Police has announced the addition of 130 new security vehicles to its operational fleet — part of a strategic approach to strengthening field presence, enhancing personnel...
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Sharjah Taxi Hits 1 Million Rides on Yango
On today's episode of Eyes On, we shift into gear with a major milestone in Sharjah's smart mobility journey. Sharjah Taxi has officially recorded 1 million trips through the Yango app since launching its digital booking service in February 2025 — a clear sign of growing demand for smart…
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Sharjah's Future Fishermen Return: Reviving Marine Heritage
On today's episode of Eyes On, we cast our nets into an initiative keeping the UAE's maritime traditions alive. The Sharjah Fish Resources Authority (SFRA) has launched the second edition of its "Future Fishermen" programme, in cooperation with the emirate's fishermen's cooperative societies and...
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Sharjah & Brazil Boost Trade and Investment Cooperation
Sharjah and Brazil have taken significant steps to strengthen their trade and investment ties, marking a new chapter in bilateral cooperation between the UAE emirate and one of Latin America's largest economies. The move highlights Sharjah's proactive approach to expanding its global economic...
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Air Arabia Launches Direct Sharjah–Rome Service
Air Arabia has announced the launch of a brand-new direct flight route connecting Sharjah to Rome, Italy. The new service opens up exciting travel opportunities for passengers across the UAE and beyond, offering a convenient and affordable link between the heart of the Middle East and one of...
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Sharjah Art Foundation Launches Free Reference Library Membership
The Sharjah Art Foundation has announced the launch of a free Reference Library membership, opening its doors to art enthusiasts, researchers, students, and creatives across the region. The initiative underscores Sharjah's dedication to making art, culture, and knowledge accessible to all…
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The Sharjah Charity International implements AED 139.8m in overseas humanitarian projects
Sharjah Charity International has announced the successful implementation of AED 139.8 million worth of humanitarian projects across multiple countries overseas. The initiative reflects the UAE's unwavering commitment to global solidarity and humanitarian outreach, reinforcing Sharjah's role as a...
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University of Khorfakkan Launches "Graduates' Gateway 2026"
The University of Khorfakkan is opening doors — and this time, those doors lead straight to your dream career. We've got the full story right here on Pulse 95 Radio! In a landmark initiative that puts graduates and jobseekers firmly at the centre of the conversation, the University of Khorfakkan...
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Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi Urges Putting Literacy at the Heart of the AI Era
In a world racing towards artificial intelligence, one of Sharjah's most inspiring voices is reminding us that it all starts with the ability to read — and we're covering every word right here on Pulse 95 Radio! Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for...
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Sharjah Airport Expecting 3 Million Visitors This Summer
The skies above Sharjah are about to get very, very busy — and we've got everything you need to know right here on Pulse 95 Radio! Sharjah International Airport is gearing up for one of its most exciting and action-packed summers yet, with approximately 3 million passengers expected to pass…
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Sharjah Summer Promotions 2026 Draws Huge Crowds
Sharjah is buzzing this summer — and we've got the full breakdown for you right here on Pulse 95 Radio! The Sharjah Summer Promotions 2026 officially kicked off on July 1st and it has been nothing short of spectacular. Organised jointly by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and…
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The Emirates Drug Establishment approves Wegovy daily pill
Wegovy, which is already prescribed for weight loss in the UAE market using an injection pen, is now available in a pill form after the Emirates Drug Establishment approved its use. We talk about the significance of this decision especially in comparison to its injection form.
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The Reopening of Al Majarrah Park with Maria Kalaiji
Maria Kalaiji, Senior Architect At Sharjah Art Foundation, tell us about the significance of the newly reopened Al Majarrah Park, giving us details from the perspective of the Foundation and how the vision came to life.
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The Reimagination of Al Majarrah Park with Jacob Fenger
After many years of being closed, Sharjah Art Foundation reopens Al Majarrah Park, completely reimagined and developed in collaboration with the artist collective SUPERFLEX. Speaking to Jacob Fenger, one of the co-founders of SUPERFLEX, we get an idea into how the park came to be in its new edition.
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Ras Al Khaima to launch astronaut training and commercial spaceflight experiences
Want to go to space? Go to Ras Al Khaima! A new initiative by the emirate is hoping to attract space enthusiasts, in order to train and better prepare them for a chance to be astronauts.
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UAE Study: Why do parents not use or own a child's car seat?
A study, commissioned by RoadSafetyUAE and Al Wathba Insurance, surveying residents found a shocking revelation: despite being mandated by the UAE's law for children aged four and under, 28% parents still do not own a child's car seat. We dive into the research and what it reveals about the…
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"A Journey into Architecture Archives: Baghdad, Damascus, Tunis" with Mona El-Mousfy
We go on a journey across three cities, brought to life through a Collections Room built through archival material by the Sharjah Architecture Triennial. Our chat takes us through the vision and behind the scenes of the second iteration of this project, with Mona El-Mousfy, Architect, Advisor and...
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Sharjah's Central Stormwater Drainage project with Eng. Hind Alhashmi
Sharjah Public Works Department announces the Central Stormwater Drainage, with aims of enhancing Sharjah's infrastructure and readiness ahead of any type of storm.
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"Women Councils Connect Forum" with Meera Shaheen
Championing women in every field, we have a chat with Meera Shaheen, Executive, Gender Equity & International Programs at NAMA Women Advancement to talk about their latest forum under the "Irtiqa” initiative, which aims to enable institutions to adopt policies and institutional practices that...
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Preserving Mental Health During Hardships with Dr. Sarah Al Marzooqi
We are truly living through unprecedented times. It is not easy to maintain your mental health when you are stressed and anxious during a war, it is not surprising that people lose their sense of self. So we have called in Clinical Psychologist Dr. Sarah Al Marzooqi to explain why this is…
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The Sharjah Art Foundation's Photo Gallery with Jiwon Lee
The Sharjah Art Foundation kicks off the opening of the Photography Gallery, with two exhibitions: “Image Keepers: Photographic Works from the Sharjah Art Foundation Collection” and “Photographic Encounters along the Gulf Coasts." Head of Curatorial Jiwon Lee tells us all about the new venue, the...
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Community Question: Road Construction Updates
Dr. Abdalla Ahmed Al Ali, Director of Roads Maintenance Department at the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA), joins the show to answer and update us on the road and infrastructure projects around the Muweilah Commercial area and the University City Road towards Choueifat School.
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Community Question: What is Shurooq's "Nomad" project?
Ahmed Obaid AlQaseer, CEO of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), answers a listener's query and tells us about the latest projects in progress with Shurooq, including the newly announced "Kalba Rock Art Centre."
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Community Question: How to Apply for a Person of Disabilities Parking Spot in Sharjah
Mohammed Abdulrahman AlNimr, Head of Smart Inspection Division at Sharjah Municipality, joins us to answer a listener's question.
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Emirati Women's Day with Independent Filmmaker and Art Curator Sara AlMehairi
We celebrate Emirati Women's Day with the exciting and fun Sara AlMehairi! Sara takes us on a journey through her life, telling us about the shocking proclamation by her professor that she holds onto to this day, getting rejected during a job interview, all the way to going around the UAE…
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"Kashtat Amina" Authentic Emirati Restaurant Enchants Aljada
In this flavorful episode, we sit down with Chef Mariam Al Mansoori and Arada’s Chief Operating Officer to celebrate the grand opening of "Kashtat Amina" — a brand-new Emirati restaurant bringing soulful local cuisine to the heart of Aljada. Chef Mariam shares her passion for reviving traditional...
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Sharjah Triennial with Vyjayanthi Rao and Tau Tavengwa
Sharjah Architecture Triennial announces Vyjayanthi Rao as curator of its third edition taking place in 2026 with Tau Tavengwa joining her as the associate curator. Together they talk to us about the upcoming Triennial and their plans as co-curators.
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SCRF 25: The Sharjah Animation Conference with Pietro Pinetti
Pietro Pinetti, the CEO of Studio Bozzetto, and the artistic director of the Bergamo Animation Days and the Sharjah Animation Conference tells us about the vision behind the event and why it's needed in Sharjah and the region.
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SCRF 25: Mulan and Generative AI with Tony Bancroft
Tony Bancroft is a seasoned director, animator, and educator with over 30 years of experience in the animation industry, working with Disney, Sony and Warner Bros. But now he is an Animation Program director at Lipscomb University with a passion for teaching and a passion for speaking up against...
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SCRF 25: Toei Animation with Olfa Sakakibara
We grew up watching Goku in Dragon Ball, Luffy in One Piece and Usage in Sailor Moon thanks to Toei Animation. Olfa Sakakibara, Producer at Toei Animation Europe, who is also an illustrator, and industry expert with 14 years of experience in the audiovisual industry, including a decade in Tokyo,...
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SCRF 25: Live Action Adaptations and Disney with Tom Bancroft
Character designer and animator studied in CalArts and spent a major time of his career working with Disney Animation Studios, creating the likes of Mushu for Mulan and Iago for Aladdin. But all these years later, he started his own animation studio Pencilish Animation Studios, the first-ever...
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SCRF 25: Traditional 2D Animation with Sandro Cluezo
Award-winning animator and character designer Sandro Cluezo tells us his story from his beginnings in Brazil, to working for Don Bluth on "Anastasia" and later with Disney Animation Studios; while also sharing his love for 2D animation as a lost art.
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SCRF 25: The Sustainability Development Goals with Zahra Ahmed Ajetunmobi
As the saying goes "The kids are alright," and Zahra is an example. She has set her goal to follow and preach the United Nations' Sustainability Development Goals, championing education especially.
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SCRF 25: The Teenage Brain with Nicola Morgan
The teenage brain appears as a mystery, but award-winning author Nicola Morgan demystifies this enigma through supporting teenagers, parents and professionals and understanding and building resilient minds.
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SCRF 25: Dine in Palestine with Heifa Odeh
Heifa Odeh's decided to share Palestinian food, and make it approachable to everyone so she started Fufu's Kitchen. Now her recipes ranges from traditional Middle Eastern food, to food catered for people with dietary restrictions and even keeping up with the trends.
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SCRF 25: Arab Representation in the West with Rhonda Roumani
While checking out books for her own kids, Syrian-American journalist Rhonda Roumani noticed a gap in the literary space in the US: she couldn't find enough books about her own Arab heritage, culture and background. So she set out on her own mission to write books not only for her own kids, but…
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SCRF 25: Publishing Graphic Novels with Janna Morishima
Do you dream of publishing graphic novels or comics? Literary agent Janna Morishima, who specializes in graphic novels and visual storytelling and is also the founder of Kids Comics Unite, an online community and learning platform for graphic novel writers and artists, spills the details on how…
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SCRF 25: Mice in the City with Ami Shin
Award-winning Korean illustrator Ami Shin was bewitched by the cuteness of mice, so she put pen to paper and started a series of "silent picture" books inspired by her travels around the world, which have been translated into many languages. She explains the significance of silent picture books…
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SCRF25: Writing for Middle Schoolers with Colleen Nelson
When Colleen Nelson started writing and eventually publishing her books, she had the best source of inspiration besides her creativity: her own students! As a teacher, mother, ex-librarian and someone who just enjoys reading all around, Colleen shares her adventures as an author, why she writes…
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SCRF25: Pocket Peaches with Dora Wang
Illustrators and writers usually work hand-in-hand, together. But what if you are both? Dora Wang tell us her journey as an illustrator, from doodling then creating Pocket Peaches and publishing the story, to working as a visual designer with the likes of Nickelodeon and Dream Works.
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SCRF25: Simplifying Middle Eastern Cuisine with Maha Kailani
Missing her mom's cooking, Maha Kailani took to the internet to start documenting her recipes, starting "Make Delicious Happen", a blog dedicated to simplifying classic Middle Eastern recipes and eventually releasing the book "Yalla, Let’s Eat!"
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SCRF 25: Comic Strips with Stephan Pastis
Inspired by Dilbert and the Peanuts comics, Stephan Pastis grabbed his pencil and became friends with the 4-panel comic strip. Now, many stories, illustrations and books later, he speaks to us about his journey and love for illustration and even how he got his book "Timmy Failure" turned in to a...
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SCRF25: The Adventures of Geronimo Stilton and Tea Stilton series with Elisabetta Dami
The mind behind the wonderful adventures of the mouse Geronimo Stilton and his sister Tea Stilton, Elisabetta Dami, joins us to share her very own adventures into the creation of this series of stories and values she's trying to instill through her lively characters!
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SCRF25: Cooking with Kids with Chef Dario Stephen
If there is someone who is an expert on getting your kids involved in cooking, it's Chef D himself! Chef Dario Stephen, Chef & Owner of Kids Can Cook, talks to us on his experience as someone who has worked with kids as young as toddlers all the way to teenagers in the kitchen, also shedding some...
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SCRF25: Thinking About Systems with Linda Booth Sweeney
We already know that we don't exist in a void, because we live in a community whose well-being- whether we're aware of it or not- depends on us. But what about these systems that exist? And how can we teach our children about being socially responsible and "aware"? Award-winning author Linda…
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‘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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