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FHO says UAE youth source of sustained progress
On the occasion of International Youth Day, observed annually on Aug. 12, the Frontline Heroes Office (FHO) emphasised that the youth of the UAE are the nation's true wealth and the source of its strength and sustained progress.
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August 12, 2025
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Western Wall vandalised with anti-war graffiti
The Western Wall in Jerusalem on Monday was vandalised with graffiti condemning Israel's ongoing war in Gaza, authorities said, triggering widespread condemnation from religious leaders and politicians.
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August 12, 2025
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Trump deploys National Guard in Washington to reduce crime
President Donald Trump said on Monday that he's deploying the National Guard across Washington and taking over the city's police department in the hopes of reducing crime, even as the city's mayor has noted that crime is falling in the nation's capital.
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August 12, 2025
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Sharjah, Uganda boost business ties
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) discussed with the Embassy of Uganda in the UAE ways to strengthen bilateral business ties and advance cooperation to more integrated strategic levels.
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August 12, 2025
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UAE jiu-jitsu team clinch three medals at World Games Chengdu
The heroes of the jiu-jitsu national team succeeded in winning three medals in the competitions of the second day of the World Games Chengdu 2025.
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August 12, 2025
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More journalists killed in bombing of Gaza Strip
Israeli forces killed at least 40 people across the Gaza Strip overnight and into Monday, including a well-known journalist Israel said was a militant as well as people seeking humanitarian aid, according to local health officials.
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August 12, 2025
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7 killed by mudslide while fixing water channel in GB
At least seven volunteers died and six others were injured early on Monday when a landslide hit individuals working at a water channel in Danyor city of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), officials said.
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August 12, 2025
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Israel's Gaza plan may take time, leaving room for truce
Israel's new offensive in Gaza City could take weeks to start, leaving the door open for a ceasefire, officials say, even as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said it would get underway “fairly quickly” and end the war with Hamas’ defeat.
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August 12, 2025
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Australia suffer World Cup blow as Caslick ruled out
Former Olympic sevens champion Charlotte Caslick has been ruled out of the women's Rugby World Cup in England in a blow for Australia’s hopes of a maiden title.
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August 12, 2025
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Chinese vessels collide while chasing Philippine patrol boat
A Chinese navy vessel collided with one from its own coast guard while chasing Philippine patrol boat
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August 12, 2025
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GCC Secretary General discusses trade deal with New Zealand
Jassem Al Budaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), today met with Charles Kingston, Ambassador of New Zealand to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, at the GCC Secretariat in Riyadh.
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August 12, 2025
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Coach Maresca upbeat as Blues gear up for new campaign after perfect pre-season
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca expressed confidence ahead of his second season at the West London club, as his team gears up for the new campaign following their Club World Cup triumph and a flawless pre-season.
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August 12, 2025
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The coming arms race on gerrymandering
\"just want to find 11,780 votes,\" President Donald Trump told Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger during a recorded phone call two months after Trump lost the 2020 presidential election.
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August 12, 2025
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Summer School on Youth ends in Bosnia-Herzegovina
The 20th International Summer School on Youth and Heritage (ISSYH2O) has concluded in Bosnia-Herzegovina, marking two decades of training young professionals in cultural conservation and preservation.
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August 12, 2025
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Court hears corruption case against Sheikh Hasina
A court in Bangladesh on Monday heard cases brought by the anti-corruption organisation against ex-leader Sheikh Hasina and her family, including her daughter who has served as a top UN official.
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August 12, 2025
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Minor without driving licence steals car, totals it in mishap
The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Cases Court ruled that a guardian must pay Dhs74,081 to an individual in a case involving the guardian's minor son stealing a car, driving it, and causing an accident resulting in the car's damage.
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August 12, 2025
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Rebel's Romance claims Grosser Preis von Berlin to register eighth G1 victory
Rebel's Romance recorded his eighth G1 victory and captured the Grosser Preis von Berlin for a second time as he comfortably beat Junko at Hoppegarten on Sunday.
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August 12, 2025
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Health facility ordered to pay Dhs84,000 to female doctor
The Abu Dhabi Labour Court ordered a health facility to pay a female doctor Dhs84,542, provide her with an economy class return ticket to her country of origin upon her departure from the UAE, and issue her with a certificate of experience.
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August 12, 2025
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Rizwan backs Pakistan bowlers to bounce back in ODI series decider
Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan backed his bowling group to find form as his side's three-match ODI series against the West Indies heads into a deciding game.
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August 12, 2025
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'Back to School' campaigns take off with massive discounts
Leading malls and retail outlets across are now fully gearing up with unique discount campaigns to give relief to families ahead of the opening of the new academic year.
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August 12, 2025
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Muriel, Ojeda propel Orlando to 4-1 victory over Miami
Luis Muriel scored a goal in each half and Martin Ojeda had a goal and an assist to lead Orlando City to a 4-1 victory over Inter Miami on Sunday night.
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August 12, 2025
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Row erupts in Kerala over ‘Partition Horror Day’
Protests have erupted in Kerala in response to a controversial directive issued by the state's governor, Rajendra Arlekar, instructing universities to observe Aug 14 as ‘Partition Horror Day.
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August 12, 2025
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Dhai Dubai by Dubai Culture and Expo City spotlights Emirati artists
In November, Expo City Dubai and Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) will join forces at the iconic Al Wasl Plaza to present the second edition of Dhai Dubai, the first Emirati-led light art exhibition (Nov. 12-18).
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August 12, 2025
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Has California turned the page on its reading crisis?
For years California has faced a literacy crisis, with less than half of thirdand fourth-graders reading at grade level in the 2093-24 school year and the state often trailing national reading achievement.
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August 12, 2025
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Ant International partners with ADIO
The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ant International, a leading global digital payment, digitisation and financial technology provider, to leverage Ant International's technological expertise towards expanding Abu Dhabi's financial technology sector, empowering local businesses with advanced digital tools, and promoting financial inclusion and connectivity between Abu Dhabi and key global markets.
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August 12, 2025
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Slot seeks Liverpool balance for Premier League title defence
Liverpool boss Arne Slot said his side are conceding too often if they are to defend the Premier League title after losing the Community Shield on penalties to Crystal Palace on Sunday.
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August 12, 2025
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Sudan paramilitaries attack Darfur camp, killing over 40
Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacked a famine-hit refugee camp in Darfur on Monday, killing at least 40 civilians, first responders said, as fighting in the western region rages on.
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August 12, 2025
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Marriage for me is a marriage of equals and mutual respect: Sonali Bendre
Bollywood actress Sonali Bendre has opened up about the dramatic shift in relationships and society brought on by the internet.
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August 12, 2025
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Global photo contest highlights challenges of PoD
A unique global photography contest has been launched in Dubai titled 'Determination Without Limits' to highlight and document the achievements of People of Determination around the world.
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August 12, 2025
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Experts back ‘One Nation, One Election' before JPC
The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) reviewing the ambitious ‘One Nation, One Election’ (ONOE) Bill held its sitting on Monday under the chairmanship of BJP MP PP Chaudhary.
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