Stargazers are in for a treat next week as a partial lunar eclipse will be visible over the skies of the UAE.
The celestial phenomenon on the night of July 16 is likely to last for several hours.
During a partial eclipse, the full moon passes through the shadow of the Earth, giving it a shade of red.
But make sure to catch it while it lasts, as the next one is not expected until mid-2021.
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Dubai has taken a major step towards becoming a global leader in advanced healthcare and wellness.
The UAE Government is stepping up efforts to integrate Agentic Artificial Intelligence across federal entities, following directives from President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has held a series of meetings with leading cultural and creative figures during an official visit to Sweden.
