Sharjah Ruler visits Muscat International Book Fair and signs his latest work: The Portuguese in the Sea of Oman: Annals of History 1497 CE - 1757 CE

MUSCAT, Oman--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 24, 2025--

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, visited the 29th edition of the Muscat International Book Fair, held under the theme "Cultural Diversity: A Treasure of Civilisations", at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre.

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During his visit, on Thursday, His Highness signed his most recent historical publication, The Portuguese in the Sea of Oman: Annals of History 1497 CE - 1757 CE, published by Al Qasimi Publications.

Accompanying Delegation and Dignitaries

The Ruler of Sharjah was accompanied by a distinguished delegation including: Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority, His Excellency Khalid bin Hilal Al Busaidi, Minister of the Diwan of Royal Court, His Excellency Mohammed bin Nekhaira Al Dhaheri, UAE Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman, Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Owais, Chairman of the Department of Culture, Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of the Sharjah Book Authority, Mohammed Obaid Al Zaabi, Head of the Department of Protocol and Hospitality, Mohamed Hassan Khalaf, Director General of Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, and Tariq Saeed Allay, Director General of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau, along with several senior officials.

Visit to Al Sharqiyah North Pavilion

During his tour, His Highness stopped by the pavilion of Al Sharqiyah North Governorate, the Guest of Honour at this year's fair. Governor Mahmoud bin Yahya Al Dhahli provided an overview of the region's participation and the cultural traditions and heritage showcased. His Highness also viewed a video presentation highlighting the natural landscapes and diverse topography of the governorate.

In appreciation, Sharjah Ruler received a commemorative sculpture titled “The Doorstep”, inspired by Omani architecture, along with various gifts, publications, and mementos from participating institutions in recognition of his visit.

Touring the Fair and Engaging with Cultural Institutions

His Highness toured the halls of the fair, which features 674 publishing houses from 35 countries. He was introduced to exhibits by the Oman News Agency, the Omani Ministry of Information, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, and the National Records and Archives Authority. During his visit, he also engaged in conversations with prominent intellectuals, writers, and scholars participating in the fair.

About the Book: The Portuguese in the Sea of Oman: Annals of History 1497 CE - 1757 CE

The newly launched work is a monumental 21-volume historical series published in both Arabic and English. Each volume ranges from 400 to 600 pages, with the complete set totaling over 10,500 pages. Together, the volumes include 1,138 original documents—letters, reports, and complete manuscripts—sourced from archival centres around the world.

The content is organised chronologically, with each volume presenting events that occurred year by year in the form of annual chronicles. At the end of each volume, readers will find a comprehensive index for research, as well as detailed footnotes and references accompanying the documents. Beyond letters and reports, the series includes full texts of rare books and previously unpublished manuscripts by Portuguese authors.

A Priceless Historical Record

The Portuguese in the Sea of Oman is an invaluable historical treasure, documenting critical events that unfolded in the Sea of Oman over a 260-year period. The series captures the era when Portuguese fleets navigated their way to India, detailing every significant event and battle that took place during this formative time.

This comprehensive chronicle sheds light on historical truths revealed for the first time, backed by meticulous scholarly research and well-documented evidence. Through persistent efforts and unwavering dedication, His Highness successfully completed this exceptional academic and historical undertaking.

A Unique Research Methodology

In this rare historical compilation, His Highness adopted a unique and rigorous research approach. He amassed an extensive collection of Portuguese, Dutch, and British manuscripts. The archival material underwent several stages: it was first sorted by year, and then translated from Old Portuguese to Modern Portuguese, and subsequently to English and Arabic.

A Journey Through Time

The series “The Portuguese in the Sea of Oman: Annals of History 1497 CE - 1757 CE” takes the reader on a historical journey, revealing events as recorded in Portuguese letters, reports, and literary works. It provides invaluable insight into the political, economic, and social conditions that shaped the Sea of Oman and its surrounding regions during this pivotal era in world history.

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Sharjah Ruler visits Muscat International Book Fair and signs his latest work The Portuguese in the Sea of Oman Annals of History 1497 CE - 1757 CE (Photo: AETOSWire)

Sharjah Ruler visits Muscat International Book Fair and signs his latest work The Portuguese in the Sea of Oman Annals of History 1497 CE - 1757 CE (Photo: AETOSWire)

Sharjah Ruler visits Muscat International Book Fair and signs his latest work The Portuguese in the Sea of Oman Annals of History 1497 CE - 1757 CE (Photo: AETOSWire)

Ariana Grande, Teyana Taylor, Timothée Chalamet and a sea of other stars said goodbye to color at this year's Golden Globes, opting instead for black. And many in the crowd stuck with tried and true old Hollywood glamour Sunday.

But even in basic black, the red carpet had plenty of personal flourishes and playful embellishments.

Risk-takers Taylor, a winner for “One Battle After Another,” and Jenna Ortega went with “whale tails,” aka the tops of thongs, peeking out the backs of their black gowns. Taylor did it with her custom slinky Schiaparelli gown that showed off a deep low-cut back with a glittery low-hanging bow thong. Ortega, keeping it goth, wore a Dilara Findikoglu gown with black shoulder tassels and a black thong.

“I thought that was such a cheeky callback to Y2K fashion,” InStyle Fashion Director Kevin Huynh said. “I was just like, wow, you wouldn’t expect that on a red carpet.”

Grande left behind her “Wicked” character's signature pink color for a black Vivienne Westwood couture dress but brought back her ponytail. Other notable celebrities in black included Ayo Edebiri, Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus and Mia Goth.

Edebiri chose a black off-the-shoulder Chanel dress embellished with jewels on the shoulders from Matthieu Blazy’s Métiers d’Art 2026 show.

Celebrities held onto their gowns and watched their steps as they posed for photos on high stairs that served as the red carpet. Like the Met Gala, they lined up at the bottom and had to perilously climb their way up.

The 83rd Golden Globes gives a glimpse into how celebrities will showcase their original take on fashion as the awards season progresses. Since 1944, the show has honored the best in film and television.

The carpet, at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, is a chance for nominees to make a statement, though some are beholden to fashion houses who pay them as ambassadors.

Several, including George Clooney, wore Giorgio Armani. The fashion world lost Armani in September, but his eponymous brand lives on.

“It was nice to see so many attendees, including Julia Roberts and Kate Hudson, wearing the brand and pay tribute,” said Véronique Hyland, fashion features director for Elle.

Not all celebrities followed the black dress trend.

Host Nikki Glaser, who held hosting duty for the second time, wore a strapless satin blush-pink corseted satin gown with a full skirt by Zuhair Murad. Emma Stone stunned in a butter yellow Louis Vuitton skirt set.

“Sinners” star Wunmi Mosaku stunned in a flowy yellow Matthew Reisman gown. The mother-to-be revealed her baby bump on the carpet. Mosaku's co-star Hailee Steinfeld showed off her pregnant figure on the carpet in a peach colored gown.

Stars shone in metallics. “Sentimental Value” actor Renate Reinsve twirled on the carpet in a shimmery silver tasseled dress by Nicolas Ghesquiere for Louis Vuitton. Her co-star Elle Fanning's Gucci dress was embroidered with Norwegian flowers in honor of their Norwegian drama film.

Rising star Chase Infiniti reflected back the carpet and all its stars in her mirrored corseted gown by Nicolas Ghesquiere for Louis Vuitton.

“She’s now Louis Vuitton ambassador, which I think kind of shows her potential as a star,” Vanity Fair style writer José Criales-Unzueta said. “So much of what happens behind the scenes helps define what we’re looking at, whether it’s a deal, whether it sponsorship, whether it is brand ambassadorship.”

Claire Danes eschewed the academic, laid-back tailored looks of her “Beast in Me” character for an effortlessly elegant, couture gown designed by her close friend Zac Posen for GapStudio. Posen and Danes’ friendship and creative collaboration began in high school.

Posen began working on Danes' Golden Globe gown in November. As both creative director for Gap and GapStudio designer, Posen told The Associated Press that elevating the American essential into eveningwear is part of his creative process for the brand.

For Danes' look, Posen transformed the concept of the classic Gap pocket T-shirt into an off-white silk jersey couture gown with subtle bugle beaded detailing and embroidery. The shimmering dress featured a low scoop back and front pocket detail.

“Claire has a great elegance to her and is deeply inherently sophisticated, but yet cool,” Posen said. “Those elements fit perfectly with one of our icons that has built and defined our brands, the pocket tee.

Celebrities are keeping the sheer dressing trend alive with no signs of it slowing down. Lisa of Blackpink wore a black sheer Jacquemus dress, and Jennifer Lopez posed in a see-through dress by Jean-Louis Scherrer.

Jennifer Lawrence walked the carpet in a floral sheer dress by Sarah Burton at Givenchy and accessorized her look with a glamorous floral silk stole.

“Just to go out in a naked dress that leaves very little to the imagination is one thing but what Jennifer Lawrence did was such a romantic approach to it,” Huynh said. “I think that really says a lot to Sarah Burton, the designer of Givenchy. She is a woman designing for women.”

The male nominees didn’t stray too far from traditional looks. Colman Domingo pared down his typical colorful suits for a black suit by Valentino adorned with silver leaf brooches down his lapel. Timothée Chalamet, a winner for “Marty Supreme,” has become one to watch for his fashion choices. Departing from his past colorful looks, Chalamet wore a black velvet vest and jacket from Chrome Hearts with black Timberland boots. Chalamet's partner of three years, Kylie Jenner, did not walk the carpet with the actor, but viewers captured her in a custom silver column look by Ashi Studio. It was hand-embroidered with a fan-shaped crystal bead neckline.

After his viral premiere orange look for “Marty Supreme,” Criales-Unzueta said Chalamet decided on a more traditional movie star style by choosing all black.

“Heated Rivalry” star Hudson Williams brought the cummerbund back but with a laid-back twist. The breakout star paired a white-peak lapel dinner jacket with an unbuttoned silk shirt. Williams, along with his co-star Connor Storrie, were presenters during the ceremony. Storrie wore a black tuxedo jacket by Saint Laurent, with black tie and shades.

“It’s really just sexy takes on classic menswear with just those little bit of edge to things,” Huynh said.

Jenna Rosenstein, beauty director for Harper’s Bazaar, noted Storrie's hair transformation. He plastered his trademark curly locks into a shaggy, retro-inspired mullet. Among the women, beauty highlights included the swoopy bobs of Edebiri and Gomez, she said.

“If there’s one thing you should invest in after this carpet, it’s a really good round brush, a can of hairspray and a statement lipstick,” Rosenstein said.

AP writer Leanne Italie contributed to this report.

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Timothee Chalamet arrives at the 83rd Golden Globes on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

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