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Idea is to catch reading struggles early on and guide them
For some young children in Columbus, Ohio, reading assessments don't start in the kindergarten classroom — they happen first in the doctor's office.
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February 26, 2026
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Emirati athletes shine in Jiu-Jitsu Championship at NAS Tournament
Emirati athletes dominated the medal standings alongside their Brazilian counterparts in the Jiu-Jitsu Championship
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February 26, 2026
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Emirates NBD may add Bitcoin to investment portfolio
Emirates NBD is exploring the possibility of adding Bitcoin to its investment portfolio, referring to it as digital gold.
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February 26, 2026
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Emirati documentary wins Impact DOCS Awards
SHARJAH: Emirati documentary \"Urban Solutions for a Greener World,\" produced by Sharjah Broadcasting Authority in partnership with Sharjah Government Media Bureau and Bee’ah, has won the prestigious Impact DOCS Awards for February 2026, an international recognition that marks another milestone for Sharjah in purposeful media production and global environmental storytelling.
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February 26, 2026
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Exus to buy in Masdar's wind portfolio
Exus Renewables, a leading global energy solutions provider, has signed an agreement with Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJC-Masdar, a global clean energy leader, to acquire a 60 per cent stake in a portfolio of nine wind farms in Portugal.
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February 26, 2026
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Bodo/Glimt sink Inter to reach CL last 16 as Newcastle, Atletico sail
Bodo/Glimt won 2-1 to seal a 5-2 aggregate victory in the playoffs and secure their place in the round of 16.
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February 26, 2026
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Submissions for Sharjah Journal for Archaeological Studies open
The Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) has announced the opening of applications and submissions for publication in the Sharjah Journal for Archaeological Studies, a peer-reviewed academic journal issued under the patronage of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Gasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.
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February 26, 2026
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Iran pushes back against US ahead of Geneva talks
Iran pushed back on Wednesday against US President Donald Trump's pressure tactics ahead of critical talks in Geneva over Tehran's nuclear programme, alternating between calling his remarks \"big lies\" to saying negotiations may yield an agreement through “honorable diplomacy.”
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February 26, 2026
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Thumbay College launches future-focused courses
Healthcare is undergoing a powerful transformation driven by artificial intelligence (Al), data intelligence, and digitally connected care systems.
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February 26, 2026
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Harden stars in Cavs' win over Knicks, Timberwolves down Trail Blazers
The Cleveland Cavaliers emphatically got back to winning ways on Tuesday, coasting to a 109-94 victory over the New York Knicks as their recent star signing James Harden scored 20 points.
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February 26, 2026
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Pak wary of militant attacks after Afghanistan air strikes
Pakistan has boosted security and arrested dozens of suspects as it fears rising wave of militant attacks following its air strikes in Afghanistan, Junior Interior Minister Talal Chaudhry said on Wednesday.
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February 26, 2026
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Canadians are choosing when to die, often with a smile
Montreal: Jacques Poissant's suffering stopped the day he asked his daughter if it would be “cowardly to ask to be helped to die”.
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February 26, 2026
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Dubai to host largest aquatics championship in March
The UAE Aquatics Federation has officially announced that the Dubai International Aquatics Championship (DIAC 2026) will take place from 27th March to 6th April 2026 at the Hamdan Sports Complex in Dubai.
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February 26, 2026
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Philanthropic flow exceeds $1tr annually
SHARJAH: The global philanthropy landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift.
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February 26, 2026
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Employee ordered to repay over Dhs290,000 to firm
The Abu Dhabi Labour Court has ruled that an employee must repay Dhs290,383 to his employer.
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February 26, 2026
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Samana Developers gives Dhs15m to 'Edge of Life' campaign
Samana Developers announced its contribution of Dhs15 million in support of the “Edge of Life” campaign.
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February 26, 2026
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Humble Japan ready to win hearts at Women's Asian Cup in Australia
Japan's Greenland-born women's football coach Nils Nielsen is no fan of Donald Trump but he loves his team and believes they can become fan favourites at the Asian Cup in Australia.
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February 26, 2026
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Trump claims US is 'winning so much' at State of the Union
President Donald Trump declared during a marathon State of the Union on Tuesday that “we're winning so much’ - insisting he'd sparked an economic boom at home and imposed a new world order abroad in hopes it can counter his sliding approval ratings.
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February 26, 2026
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ADRA records 29% rise in new economic licences in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Registration Authority (ADRA), the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development's (ADDED) arm, said that the number of new economic licences during 2025 increased by 29 per cent compared to 2024.
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February 26, 2026
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Dubai Court declares insolvency of manager
The Civil Court in Dubai declared an Arab manager insolvent after it was proved that he was unable to pay Dhs7,319,000 (Dhs7.31 million) to two banking institutions.
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February 26, 2026
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Pakistan smart Identity Card to feature QR verification code
In order to unify and digitally secure the identity ecosystem, the federal government has formally upgraded the Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) and Pakistan Origin Card (POC) frameworks under its vision of “One Nation - One Identity.”
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February 26, 2026
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Wawrinka bids farewell to Dubai after falling to Medvedev, Auger-Aliassime enters quarters
Daniil Medvedev ended three-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka's 20-year relationship with the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Wednesday, overpowering the 40-year-old Swiss 6-2, 6-3.
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February 26, 2026
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Orbán is running an aggressive media campaign
Facing tough odds in an upcoming election, Hungary's pro-Russian prime minister is trying to convince voters that the greatest threat to the country is not economic stagnation — the focus of his top opponent — but neighbouring Ukraine.
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February 26, 2026
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'Air Punjab' will begin operations in April with 1st commercial flight
Amid controversy over the purchase of a luxury jet for the chief minister, the Punjab government has announced that its flagship airline project, the Air Punjab, will begin operations in April with the first commercial flight.
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February 26, 2026
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European leaders vow support for Ukraine
European leaders vowed on Tuesday not to abandon Ukraine as Russia's invasion entered a fifth year, though divisions among Kyiv's partners overshadowed commemorations of the outbreak of the continent's largest war in decades.
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February 26, 2026
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Sharjah celebrates a decade of light as Al Noor Island turns 10
Over the past decade, Sharjah has strengthened its global reputation as a capital of culture, beauty, and human connection.
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February 26, 2026
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RAKEZ boosts UK investment ties through roadshow
A high-level delegation from Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) visited the United Kingdom, engaging British investors and reinforcing its position as a strategic gateway to the UAE and wider regional markets.
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February 26, 2026
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Thailand’s CB unexpectedly cuts rate, open to more easing
Thailand's central bank unexpectedly cut its policy interest rate on Wednesday, as it seeks to further support an economy pressured by US tariff uncertainty and a strong baht.
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February 26, 2026
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400 Iftar locations in Sharjah for Ramadan
The Department of Islamic Affairs in Sharjah announced the approval of approximately 400 Iftar locations across various cities and regions of Sharjah, after reviewing submitted applications and issuing the necessary permits according to precise controls and standards.
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February 26, 2026
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Coach Flick braced for Racing test after Barcelona's Super Cup glory
Barcelona have little time to savour their Spanish Super Cup win over Real Madrid, as manager Hansi Flick on Wednesday turned his attention to a tricky Copa del Rey clash with Racing Santander, warning that the Segunda Division leaders will not be pushovers.
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