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Schmidt and Farrell mull options with Lions series on the line
MELBOURNE Australia must find a response to the physical dominance the tourists exerted in the opening hour of the first test defeat in Brisbane or risk becoming the first Wallabies team to fail to take a Lions series to a decider
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July 24, 2025
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Ajman Bank reports profit of Dhs266 million in the first half
Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Board of Ajman Bank, chaired the Bank's Board of Directors meeting to review key financial and administrative matters, and issue resolutions on commercial activities.
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July 24, 2025
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Canadian swimming star McIntosh primed to take worlds by storm
Three world records in five days put Summer McIntosh in rare company and now the 18-year-old Canadian swimming sensation is primed to take the world championships by storm.
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July 24, 2025
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Springboks omit experienced trio for Aussie rugby Test next month
Double Rugby World Cup winners Makazole Mapimpi and Faf de Klerk have been omitted from the South Africa squad for two Rugby Championship Tests against Australia during August.
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July 24, 2025
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Brighton's Irish striker Ferguson seeks Roman revival post move
Ireland striker Evan Ferguson has joined AS Roma on a season-long loan from Brighton & Hove Albion, the Serie A club said on Wednesday, with the 20-year-old looking to kick-start his career after a couple of uninspiring seasons.
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July 24, 2025
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Sharjah meet seeks inclusion for differently-abled
The emirate of Sharjah continues its preparation to host Inclusion International's 18th World Congress “We are Inclusion,” which will be held under the patronage of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, from September 15 - 17 September.
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July 24, 2025
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BoJ sees US trade deal as boosting chances of meeting inflation goal
Japan's trade deal with the US has reduced uncertainty surrounding the economy, the central bank’s deputy governor Shinichi Uchida said, signalling optimism that conditions for resuming interest rate hikes may start to fall in place.
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July 24, 2025
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Kerala police nab fraudsters from Varanasi over app scam
In a major breakthrough, Kerala police cyber wing busted a nationwide Parivahan app racket by arresting two fraudsters from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh state.
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July 24, 2025
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HR Ministry shutters 77 social media accounts
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), in collaboration with the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), announced the closure of 77 social media accounts for violations during the first half of this year.
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July 24, 2025
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VP makes surprise visit to Dubai's historic souk
In a heartwarming and unexpected gesture, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, paid a surprise visit to one of Dubai's bustling traditional markets.
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July 24, 2025
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New edition of Sharjah Startup Studio programme launched
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) is inviting early-stage UAE-based startups to apply for the latest edition of its flagship Sharjah Startup Studio (S3) programme. Designed to empower founders to scale their businesses, the program offers an array of benefits and services, including access industry expert advisory, funding opportunities, essential resources, specialized mentorship, and software tools valued at over Dhs3 million
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July 24, 2025
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ADIB reports Dhs4 billion pre-tax profit in H1 2025
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), announced a 16 per cent year-on-year increase in pretax net profit for the first half of 2025, reaching Dhs4 billion, reflecting strong balance sheet growth, continued business momentum, and a rising customer base.
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July 24, 2025
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Olympic champ Jepchirchir relishes Japan return
Peres Jepchirchir said on Wednesday she was relishing her imminent return to Japan for the first time since storming to Olympic marathon gold at the Covid-delayed Tokyo Games in 2021.
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July 24, 2025
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Inglis and Green lead Australia to victory, spoil Russell's last game for Windies
West Indies stalwart Andre Russell was denied a winning farewell after Josh Inglis and Cameron Green smashed unbeaten half-centuries to secure Australia's eight-wicket victory in the second Twenty20 International on Tuesday.
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July 24, 2025
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Traffic improvements on key roads
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has implemented a series of traffic improvements at surface intersections on Al Wasl Road and Al Manara Street, contributing to smoother traffic flow and improved service levels at the intersections.
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July 24, 2025
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Alblooshi wins UAE's first gold medal at IMMAF Youth World C'ships in Al Ain
AL AIN Adding to the UAE's medal tally, Ghala Al Hammadi secured a silver medal in the Youth B women's 44 kg category. With these results, the UAE's total medal count now stands at II: one gold, two silver, and eight bronze
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July 24, 2025
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War-torn Sudan’s prodigal premier league returns to cheers
In the Sudanese town of Berber, hundreds of kilometres away from the frontlines of war, a modest stadium seems to shake with the roar of football fans jumping to their feet.
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July 24, 2025
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Syria govt asks Turkey for support after sectarian clashes
Syria’s interim government has requested Turkey's support to strengthen its defense capabilities, Turkish officials said Wednesday, following sectarian violence over the past two weeks that increased tensions in Syria and drew Israeli intervention.
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July 24, 2025
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First Nations and Pasifika XV deserve more fixtures: Beale
Wallabies great Kurtley Beale says the First Nations and Pasifika XV deserve regular fixtures against touring sides after the inaugural team's stirring performance against the British and Irish Lions.
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July 24, 2025
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Arada awards contract for Armani Beach Residences
Arada has awarded the main construction contract for the ultra-luxury Armani Beach Residences at Palm Jumeirah to a subsidiary of global construction giant China Railway Group Ltd (CREC).
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July 24, 2025
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UniCredit raises profit outlook after dropping Banco BPM bid
UniCredit on Wednesday reported a higher than expected quarterly profit and raised its 2025 outlook, a day after ditching a takeover bid for rival Banco BPM which had led Italy's second biggest bank to clash with the government.
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July 24, 2025
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EAD launches adaptation plan for environment sector
The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) on Wednesday launched the Abu Dhabi Climate Change Adaptation Plan for the Environment Sector (2025-2050), a comprehensive and science-based roadmap designed to protect the emirate’s natural resources and systems from the increasing and inevitable impacts of climate change.
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July 24, 2025
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Sudan army clashes with allied militia over food stores
Clashes over food broke out between the Sudanese army and one of its ally militias in the besieged, hunger-stricken city of Kadugli in the southern Kordofan region, eyewitnesses and an army source said on Wednesday
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July 24, 2025
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Boss Wiegman echoes Southgate as England rally to reach final
An unprecedented third successive major final appearance engineered by a series of extraordinary comebacks and a manager similarly lauded and hammered at the same time - there is a familiar feel about England at the Women's Euros.
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July 24, 2025
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More than 100 aid groups warn of starvation in Gaza
More than 100 charity and human rights groups said Wednesday that Israel's blockade and ongoing military offensive are pushing Palestinians in the Gaza Strip toward starvation, as Israeli strikes killed another 21 people overnight, according to local health officials.
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July 24, 2025
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Student tortured to death by three teachers in Swat madrassa
A 14-year-old student was allegedly tortured to death by three teachers at an unregistered madrassa in Swat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province.
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July 24, 2025
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UAE leaders congratulate Sisi on anniversary
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Abdel-Fattah Al Sisi of the Arab Republic of Egypt on July 23rd Revolution anniversary.
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July 24, 2025
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Culture of kindness fires up optimistic children
Life is not a walk in the park. Yet, how each one approaches anything and everything is the key. It starts at each one's home where parents use the key.
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July 24, 2025
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Venus wins in return, Osaka to face Raducanu at DC Open
Venus Williams made a triumphant return to singlestennis on Tuesday after a 16-month hiatus, defeating fellow American Peyton Stearns 6-3, 6-4 to reach the second round of the WTA and ATP DC Open.
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July 24, 2025
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Brothers marry same woman in ancient custom
A pair of brothers in rural India have married the same woman, upholding an ancient custom and sparking criticism from a women’s rights group after photos of the wedding went viral.
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