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Dubai boosts competitiveness of free zones
The Economic Security Centre of Dubai, Dubai Free Zones Council, and Emirates NBD have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the investor journey and facilitating ease of doing business.
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February 27, 2026
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Blitzer joins bidding war for IPL teams, say sources
Billionaire David Blitzer is eyeing a majority stake in an Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket team and is holding talks with two franchises, two sources said, stoking a bidding war with Manchester United co-chairman Avram Glazer and Indian tycoons.
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February 27, 2026
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The Hull lad who beat Leonardo DiCaprio to a Bafta
Last night's glittering Baftas ceremony was full of special moments: Hamnet’s Jessie Buckley became the first ever Irish woman to win the Best Actress prize, One Battle After Another swept the board with six trophies, and Kylie Jenner encountered the quintessential British pub snack, Scampi Fries, for the first time.
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February 27, 2026
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PSG coach Enrique calls on team to raise their game in CL last 16
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) coach Luis Enrique admitted that his side still had considerable room for improvement after they edged past Monacointhe Champions League on Wednesday to set up a last-16 showdown against Barcelona or Chelsea.
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February 27, 2026
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Sharjah launches 10 smart parking yards
Sharjah City Municipality (SCM) has affirmed that providing more public parking lots and subjecting them to fees in Sharjah's cities and regions in cooperation with the municipalities of the emirate is a priority of municipal work.
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February 27, 2026
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Buyers of land entitled to its ownership: Judicial panel
A special judicial committee in Dubai ruled that buyers of residential land plots, who purchased them with registered contracts and paid their full prices before the plots were seized, are entitled to its ownership.
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February 27, 2026
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Juve left to lick wounds after painful Champions League exit
Juventus were left wondering what might have been after coming close to mounting an incredible comeback against Galatasaray with 10 men before eventually being knocked out of the Champions League, 7-5 on aggregate.
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February 27, 2026
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Designer Maria Grazia Chiuri's Fendi homecoming feted in Milan
Designer Maria Grazia Chiuri marked her return to Fendi at Milan Fashion Week on Wednesday, presenting a sensual and lightweight collection featuring \"remodelled\" furs and leathers crafted like lace.
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February 27, 2026
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UK introduces e-visa system for Pakistani travellers
Britain has introduced a new e-visa system for Pakistani travellers, including tourists and those visiting family, eliminating the need for visa stickers on passports.
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February 27, 2026
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Harry, Meghan visit injured Gaza children
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle continued their humanitarian work during a visit to Jordan, focusing on the ongoing challenges faced by civilians affected by conflict and displacement.
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February 27, 2026
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Pride of workmanship meant things lasted longer
A lightbulb in a San Francisco firehouse has been burning since 1910.
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February 27, 2026
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DDS automates payments for Thrifty, Dollar Car Rental
The partnership between Direct Debit System (DDS), the UAE Central Bank-licensed fintech platform for automated collections, Thrifty Car Rental and Dollar Car Rental, was made to enable remote mandate authorisation, paperless transactions, and faster reconciliation across their nationwide leasing portfolio.
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February 27, 2026
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34 terrorists killed in KP, Balochistan raids
Pakistan's security forces killed 34 militants in a series of high-tempo, intelligence-driven operations carried out in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan, the military said, as a separate ambush blamed on the Pakistani Taliban killed four police officers near the Afghan border.
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February 27, 2026
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Onshur attracts 94 submissions from 17 nations
The Sharjah Publishing Sustainability Fund (Onshur), launched by Her Highness Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), has closed applications for the “Disrupt” track after attracting 94 submissions from specialised global technology firms seeking to deploy artificial intelligence and digital solutions across the Arab publishing industry.
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February 27, 2026
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Modi and Netanyahu hold delegation-level talks
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu held delegation-level talks in Jerusalem on Thursday on the concluding day of the Indian leader's two-day visit to the country.
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February 27, 2026
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Crying at work is a rite of passage, it can help your career
“Are you... are you crying?”
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February 27, 2026
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Injury forces Marquez to adapt for MotoGP opener
Defending MotoGP champion Marc Marquez said Thursday that a lingering shoulder injury has forced him to change his riding style as he prepares to open the new season in Thailand.
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February 27, 2026
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Several nations issue ME travel advisories as tensions rise
WASHINGTON: Several countries have begun withdrawing dependents of diplomatic personnel and nonessential staff from some locations in the Middle East, or advising citizens to avoid travel to Iran, amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran.
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February 27, 2026
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Deepfakes claim victims with transfers of Dhs150,000
Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Government Cybersecurity Council, warned of electronic fraud methods targeting members of society through social media networks, stressing the need to raise awareness to confront this type of crime.
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February 27, 2026
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Lawyer denies Duterte speeches led to murders
There is no proven link between the “uniquely colourful and crusty” speeches of former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte and the murders he is accused of, his defence lawyer told the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Thursday.
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February 27, 2026
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Trump's aggressive State of the Union address
US President Donald Trump loves to be aggressive and say things that enrage his opponents, especially the Democrats.
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February 27, 2026
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Boost for Hearts in Scottish title race as stars set to return
Hearts manager Derek McInnes believes having several players return from injury will be akin to an \"April transfer window\" as his side bid for a first Scottish title in more than 60 years.
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February 27, 2026
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Dhs2.5b projects to enhance Dubai’s drainage system
In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to develop advanced and resilient infrastructure and enhance the efficiency of stormwater drainage systems to serve the emirate for the next century, Dubai Municipality has awarded contracts for five new projects under Phase Two of the Tasreef Programme to expand and strengthen Dubai's stormwater drainage network.
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February 27, 2026
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DAE to acquire ‘Macquarie AirFinance'
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) announced on Thursday that it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of Macquarie AirFinance Limited (MAF) for an approximate enterprise value of $7 billion.
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February 27, 2026
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Thitikul falters in first round of LPGA Singapore
Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul struggled during the first round of the HSBC Women's World Championship on Thursday, shooting a 1-over 73 to trail the leader by seven strokes.
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February 27, 2026
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Denmark calls early election
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Thursday called an early general election for March 24, as the country digests a standoff with US President Donald Trump, who has designs on Greenland, a semiautonomous territory of Denmark.
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February 27, 2026
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Use 'Pay Early, Gain Surely' initiative, urge AD police
Abu Dhabi Police called on drivers to take advantage of the facilities, discounts and services associated with early payment of traffic fines through the Tamm app, as part of their strategic priorities aimed at making the society happy and enhancing the proactivity and quality of services provided to the public.
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February 27, 2026
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Yogi shares joy in high-speed Japanese train
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath shared with citizens the joy of travelling at 501 km/hour in a Japanese train, an official said on Thursday.
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February 27, 2026
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Dubai Open Padel Academies C'ship ends on high note in second edition
The second edition of the Dubai Open Padel Academies Championship (DOPA) concluded with a major success, as the Dubai Sports Council (DSC) continued its push to identify and develop emerging talent in the fast-growing sport.
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February 27, 2026
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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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