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Emirates 24/7
2 days ago
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Dubai Media Launches "Media Explorer" Program to Inspire the Next Generation of Media Professionals
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: In line with its commitment to nurturing national talent and advancing the future of media, Dubai Media has announced the launch of its summer training initiative, 'Media Explorer,' designed to cultivate emerging talent from schools, universities, and colleges. The program provides students aged 16 to 22 with hands-on exposure to real-world media environments, reinforcing the organization's strategy to empower youth and build future-ready media capabilities. Running from 7 to 25 July, the program offers a robust curriculum of workshops and practical training sessions, led by an elite group of media professionals, industry experts, and content creators. Participants will gain firsthand insight into the inner workings of the media industry—from news production and content editing to professional photography and audiovisual directing—preparing them to thrive in an evolving digital landscape. Students will have the opportunity to engage with various Dubai Media platforms, including visits to Emarat Al Youm Newspaper for newsroom training and video content production for social media, as well as technical exposure to broadcasting and radio program hosting through Dubai Radio and Noor Dubai. At the News Center, participants will undergo studio training in preparing and producing newscasts, learning core processes in camera operation, sound design, editing, and live production workflows. This approach reflects Dubai Media's strategic focus on building a talent pipeline that can adapt, innovate, and lead. Fatema Alshehhi, Performance Manager at Dubai Media Incorporated, emphasized the importance of the 'Media Explorer' program and its role in preparing students for the future. She said: 'Through our various training programs, Dubai Media is keen to broaden students' horizons and encourage them to invest their time during the summer holidays in knowledge-based activities that empower them to discover their talents and enhance their creative and intellectual capabilities. This aligns with our responsibility to enrich student culture, develop their skills, and provide them with access to behind‑the‑scenes media production, including content creation and editorial techniques.' Alshehhi added that the program is an innovative platform capable of preparing a new generation of media professionals and deepening their connection with the media sector, making it a significant step in the organization's journey to foster a creative environment that inspires innovation and ambition among youth and students. This initiative complements Dubai Media's broader vision of positioning the UAE as a hub for media excellence by embedding future skills and media literacy among youth. It also reflects the organization's long-term investment in talent development, national capacity building, and sustainable industry growth. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
UAE: Man jailed for hiring sorceresses, attempting black magic to win back wife
A UAE court upheld a six-month jail sentence against a man who made multiple attempts to win his wife back, allegedly through the use of black magic on her and their children. According to Khaleej Times, the Fujairah Court of Appeal maintained the decision against him. He was convicted of engaging in sorcery and violating the privacy of his wife and her family by sharing personal photos with an alleged "spiritual healer" via WhatsApp. The decision from the Fujairah Court of Appeal came after the first court sentenced him to six months in prison and also ordered the confiscation and destruction of the seized materials. He appealed the verdict, denying the charges in court. However, the appellate court rejected his denial, finding the original ruling was based on solid evidence and legal reasoning. The shocking case came to light after she approached the police and filed a report claiming her husband had used black magic on her, their children, and her relatives. She found out about this after a spiritual healer sent her photos and WhatsApp conversations confirming the involvement of the husband. During questioning, the man admitted that he searched online for someone to perform love spells to win back his wife. He also revealed that he tried reaching out to multiple women for love spells, according to local news outlet Emarat Al Youm. He connected with her through WhatsApp and agreed to pay her Dh20,000. The man also sent her personal photos of his wife, a video of himself, and phone numbers. Trouble mounted for him when the woman sought an additional Dh25,000 and he refused to pay. His denial led the women to threaten to expose him by sending the images and messages to his wife. The man ignored the threats and searched for another sorcerer and paid Dh10,000. Even the second attempt failed; he contacted a third woman who didn't ask for money, but before anything progressed, he was arrested by police. Wife gets to know about husband's plan The wife said that her suspicions turned out to be true when a woman from outside the Emirates contacted her and provided evidence of her husband's use of magic for a fee of Dh35,000. This comes after she had filed for divorce due to ongoing abuse and had left the marital home two months prior. When the wife refused to pay without proof, the woman sent her photos, a video, and images of spells, which she submitted as evidence to authorities. Man charged with offences The man was charged with four offences: engaging in fraud and sorcery with unknown individuals (whose phone numbers were traced), endangering others, violating privacy by sending personal images via WhatsApp, and unlawfully possessing and sharing private materials. The case was classified as a misdemeanour under cybercrime and fraud laws, Khaleej Times reported. The appeal from the man was dismissed, and the initial verdict against him was upheld.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Time of India
UAE court sides with wife, blocks husband's plan to marry again and house both wives together
Fujairah court ruled under Article 77 that forcing a wife to share her home with a future co-wife constitutes psychological harm (Representational Image) A court in Fujairah has ruled in favor of a woman who filed a legal case against her husband, claiming that his persistent threats to marry a second wife and force both spouses to live in the same residence amounted to psychological harm. The case, initially dismissed by a lower court, was successfully appealed, marking a notable application of the UAE's Personal Status Law in protecting women's rights within polygamous marriages. The legal conflict began as a personal disagreement within the household but quickly escalated. According to court documents, the husband had not only expressed his intention to take a second wife, but also made it clear he expected both women to live together in the same home. The wife argued that this created a hostile emotional environment, inflicting psychological pressure and fear over the wellbeing of her children and the sanctity of her personal life. As reported by Emarat Al Youm, the appellate court found that these repeated threats constituted more than mere domestic tensions, they were a form of "veiled intimidation" that directly impacted the wife's mental health and the stability of her family unit. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Central to the appellate court's decision was Article 77 of the UAE Personal Status Law, which stipulates that a wife has the right to a separate residence not shared with another spouse. The court stated that this right is "a fundamental part of the marital contract", thereby reinforcing the wife's legal and emotional autonomy in the context of a polygamous union. The lower court had initially dismissed the wife's request to prevent her husband from housing a second wife in their shared home. However, upon appeal and after reviewing arguments submitted by legal counsel for both parties, the appellate court reversed this portion of the judgment. It ruled that the wife had the right to exclusive use of the marital residence, citing the psychological impact and potential emotional harm of forced cohabitation. While the court sided with the wife on the matter of residential exclusivity, it upheld all other elements of the lower court's ruling, particularly concerning financial obligations. These include: Dh1,000 in monthly spousal support Dh5,000 in monthly child support Employment and salary of a domestic worker Transfer of children's identification documents These responsibilities were confirmed as part of the husband's continuing duties, regardless of any future marital arrangements he might pursue. However, the appellate court rejected another request by the wife, to bar the husband's relatives from entering the family home. The court ruled that such a restriction is 'not practically enforceable,' and encouraged both parties to 'reach a mutual understanding' in line with prevailing social customs and family values. In its final ruling, the Fujairah court annulled the provision allowing cohabitation with a second wife, recognizing it as a source of psychological distress and a violation of the wife's rights. However, the wife was ordered to bear the court fees and pay Dh200 in legal costs.
NDTV
20-06-2025
- Business
- NDTV
UAE Man Who Never Worked A Day Wins Rs 26 Lakh In Salary Dispute
An Abu Dhabi company has been ordered to pay AED 110,400 (approximately Rs 26 lakh) as "unpaid wages" to an employee who, despite receiving an offer letter, was never allowed to start working. The employee, whose name was not disclosed, filed a lawsuit against the company, claiming that his salary for the period from November 11, 2024, to April 7, 2025, was illegally withheld. According to a report in The Khaleej Times, the employee had signed a fixed-term contract with the company, which stipulated a basic salary of AED 7,200 and a total monthly compensation package of AED 24,000. Despite the signed contract, the employee was never given the opportunity to commence his employment. The court's decision underscores the importance of upholding employment agreements, even when work hasn't begun. The court stated that "it was clear from the wage report, the employment contract, and the supporting documents submitted through the case management system that the delay in starting work was due to the employer," according to local newspaper Emarat Al Youm. The Abu Dhabi Labour Court emphasised that under Federal Decree-Law No. (33) of 2021 regulating labour relations, employers are obligated to pay wages on time according to the systems approved by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. Citing Article 912 of the Civil Transactions Law, the court ruled that wages are a worker's right and cannot be withheld without proof, such as a written waiver or legal acknowledgement. The employer had argued the employee wasn't entitled to his salary because he "did not report to duty and went on leave." But the court found no evidence of a formal investigation into any absence, determining that the delay in employment was the company's fault. The employee admitted taking eight days off, which were deducted from the total, resulting in a payment for four months and 18 days.
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Time of India
UAE man jailed for paying Dh30,000 to sorcerers and sharing wife's private photos to win her back
The man's attempts included contacting three different sorcerers, spending Dh30,000 overall, before the authorities intervened and arrested him/ Representational Image A man in the UAE has been sentenced to six months in prison after being convicted of engaging in sorcery and violating the privacy of his estranged wife and her family. The Fujairah Court of Appeal upheld the initial ruling, which also included the confiscation and destruction of materials seized during the investigation. The case came to light after the wife filed a police report, accusing her husband of using black magic against her, their children, and her relatives. Her suspicions were confirmed when she was contacted by a spiritual healer who provided her with WhatsApp messages and photos that directly implicated her husband. According to a report by Emarat Al Youm , the husband admitted during police interrogation that he had gone online in search of someone who could cast love spells to restore his failing marriage. He found a woman from another Arab country promoting herself on social media as an expert in 'bringing back loved ones.' He contacted her via WhatsApp and paid her Dh20,000. As part of the ritual, he sent her personal images of his wife, a video of himself, and their phone numbers. Things took a turn when the woman demanded an additional Dh25,000. When he refused, she threatened to expose his actions by sending the compromising content to his wife. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Click Here - This Might Save You From Losing Money Expertinspector Click Here Undo Undeterred by the threat, the man turned to another practitioner, paying Dh10,000 for a second attempt at spellwork. When that too failed, he contacted a third woman who didn't initially request money, but before anything could proceed further, he was apprehended by authorities. Meanwhile, the wife had already moved out of their home two months earlier and had initiated divorce proceedings due to alleged abuse. Her suspicions regarding her husband's use of sorcery were further confirmed when a woman — believed to be connected to the earlier 'spiritual healer' — contacted her from outside the UAE and offered evidence of his actions for Dh35,000. Refusing to pay without seeing proof, the wife was sent photos, a video, and images of magical rituals. These materials were handed over to the police. The Public Prosecution brought four formal charges against the man: Engaging in fraudulent activities and sorcery with unknown individuals (whose phone numbers were later traced), Endangering others, Violating personal privacy by transmitting private images through WhatsApp, Illegally possessing and distributing private materials. These charges fell under the UAE's cybercrime and fraud laws and were classified as misdemeanors. The initial court found the evidence compelling and handed down a six-month prison sentence, along with an order to confiscate and destroy the incriminating digital materials. The man appealed the ruling, denying all charges in court. However, the appellate court rejected his claims, citing clear evidence and sound legal reasoning in the original verdict. The appeal was dismissed, and the six-month jail sentence was officially upheld by the Fujairah Court of Appeal. The case has garnered public attention for highlighting the intersection of digital privacy, superstition, and the misuse of technology in personal relationships. No further charges were reported against the spiritual healers involved, though their identities and phone numbers were part of the investigation. The court's final decision underlined the UAE's firm stance against sorcery, fraud, and cyber-enabled privacy violations.
