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'Fujairah Mental Arithmetic' contest begins
Under the directives of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, the second phase of the “Fujairah Mental Arithmetic Championship” initiative has been officially launched at the Zayed Educational Complex in Al Badiyah, Fujairah.
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July 06, 2025
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Sharjah astronomy body hosts workshop on exoplanets
The workshop aimed to introduce participants to planets that orbit stars beyond our solar system
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July 06, 2025
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Modi becomes 1st Indian PM to visit Argentina in 57 years
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Buenos Aires, Argentina, late on Friday, on a two-day visit of his five-nation tour, that aims to reinforce India's engagements with the Global South and focus on strengthening ties with the South American country.
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July 06, 2025
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du honoured for sustainability initiatives
DUBAI: du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, was honoured with three awards at FM Middle East 2025 and Innovation in Facilities Management 2025 Awards, recognsing its commitment to sustainability.
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July 06, 2025
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World food prices tick higher in June, led by meat and veg oils
Global food commodity prices edged higher in June, supported by higher meat, vegetable oil and dairy prices, the United Nations' Food and Agriculture organisation said on Friday.
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July 06, 2025
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Russian inflation is slowing faster than expected, says CB governor
Russian inflation is slowing faster than the central bank expected, and there are signs of easing in the severity of labour market shortages, Governor Elvira Nabiullina said on Wednesday.
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July 06, 2025
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Dubai launches 'Future Talents' programme
Dubai Municipality has launched the latest edition of its summer training initiative, the 'Future Talents' programme, aimed at equipping 200 students with essential skills for the future labour market.
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July 06, 2025
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Verstappen pips Piastri for pole at British F1 Grand Prix
Max Verstappen outpaced both McLarens and the resurgent Ferraris to claim a spectacular pole position for Red Bull with a last-gasp lap in Saturday's tense qualifying session for the British Grand Prix.
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July 06, 2025
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Sinner obliterates Martinez to reach last 16 as Tauson ousts Rybakina, Krejcikova exits
LONDON The Italian three- time Grand Slam champion eased past his 52nd- ranked opponent, who was struggling with a shoulder problem, 6-1, 6-3, 6-1 in less than two hours
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July 06, 2025
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Top judge rejects call to make JCP proceedings public
A renewed call to make public the proceedings of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP), under the leadership of Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi, has once again been rejected — reopening a debate previously settled by the commission during a meeting last year.
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July 06, 2025
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Kerala CM leaves for America for treatment
Kerala Chief Minister left for the US to seek medical treatment for ten days, without handing over his charge to anyone, amid opposition protests against what they describe as an \"absence of governance\" and the collapse of the health sector.
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July 06, 2025
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Dubai Police promote tourist safety in summer
Dubai Police, represented by the Tourist Police Department under the General Department of Criminal Investigation, launched a summer initiative to promote tourist safety, aimed at enhancing security and instilling concepts of safety and awareness among the public.
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July 06, 2025
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Three Europeans summit 'The Killer Mountain'
Three European mountaineers have made history by ascending the formidable Nanga Parbat via its Rupal Face in alpine style, and descending in spectacular fashion, said a report from Gilgit-Baltistan.
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July 06, 2025
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Nine-man PSG down Bayern to reach Club World Cup semis as rampant Chelsea move into last four
Paris Saint-Germain reached the Club World Cup semifinals as Desire Doue and Ousmane Dembele goals earned the nine-man European champions a 2-0 win over Bayern Munich in a gripping battle on Saturday.
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July 06, 2025
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Gandapur says govt is stable; rivals claim near simple majority
Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has stated that his government is stable and that no member is going anywhere, adding that the governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) cannot harm us in any way.
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July 06, 2025
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Vietnam posts 7.5% growth in first half of 2025
Vietnam announced on Saturday its economy grew 7.52 per cent in the first half of 2025, the highest in more than a decade as exports soared.
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July 06, 2025
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Tariff letters to 12 nations signed, going out on Monday, says Trump
US President Donald Trump said he had signed letters to 12 countries outlining the various tariff levels they would face on goods they export to the United States, with the “take it or leave it” offers to be sent out on Monday.
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July 06, 2025
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Saudi Arabia's e-commerce sales grew by 56% annually
E-commerce sales in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia via “Mada” cards during the first quarter of 2025 reached their highest levels ever, totaling more than SAR69.3 billion (Dhs67.86 billion), achieving an annual growth of 56 per cent, and an increase of approximately SAR24.9 billion compared to the same period in 2024, during which sales reached SAR44.4 billion, according to the statistical bulletin issued by the Saudi Central Bank for May.
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July 06, 2025
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Neeraj reigns supreme at NC Classic with longest throw
Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra, the poster boy of Indian athletics, continued with his superb form as he won the inaugural edition of Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025, a World Athletics gold-level event, with a best throw of 86.18m at Sree Kanteerva Stadium here on Saturday.
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July 06, 2025
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Author Purva Grover is on a mission to keep stories alive
There's a quiet and steady transformation unfolding in the UAE's literary scene. Book clubs are thriving. Books are showing up on Reels, in tote bags, and in aesthetic flat lays often accompanied by cappuccinos and candles. But as the visual culture of reading grows, a question arises: are books mere props or are they inviting portals? Dubai-based author, journalist, and literary advocate Purva Grover, has been exploring this question. Since relocating to Dubai in 2012, she has worked tirelessly to preserve the spirit of reading - through her books (she has authored four so far), open mic poetry events, curated reading sessions, literary workshops, and her beloved neighbourhood book club.
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July 06, 2025
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Meet helps re-read Western texts with a critical Arab eye
The Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH) has wrapped up its Second Heritage Conference, held at the Arab Heritage Center in Sharjah University City.
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July 06, 2025
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NHRI hosts ninth Knowledge Lab on workers' rights
The National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) hosted the ninth session of its ongoing “Knowledge Lab\" series, an internal seminar initiative aimed at educating and raising awareness of critical human rights issues.
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July 06, 2025
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Record rise in employment in Kuwait
New orders continued to rise at a marked pace at the end of the second quarter, feeding through to a record increase in employment as firms attempted to keep on top of workloads.
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July 06, 2025
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Al Hilal showed Saudi League not just about money: Koulibaly post CWC exit
Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal bowed out of the Club World Cup on Friday, after a 2-1 defeat to Fluminense, but after an unexpected run to the last eight they have left their mark on the global stage.
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July 06, 2025
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Court orders father to pay school Dhs16,740
The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil, and Administrative Cases Court ordered a father to pay Dhs15,740, along with a fine of Dhs1,000 to a school after he had enrolled his daughter in the school but failed to pay the outstanding fees amounting to Dhs15,740.
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July 06, 2025
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Van den Berg stars as sloppy Boks edge past brave Italy in Pretoria
South Africa laboured but still ran in six tries to secure a 42-24 victory over an inexperienced Italy side at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, as scrumhalf Morne van den Berg crossed the line twice in a standout performance.
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July 06, 2025
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Gold Cup final will see WC co-hosts vying for validation
When the United States and Mexico clash in Sunday's Gold Cup final at NRG Stadium in Houston, far more than regional bragging rights will be at stake - the 2026 World Cup co-hosts desperately need to prove they belong on soccer's biggest stage, with the tournament less than a year away.
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July 06, 2025
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Ombudsman narrowly shaded in G1 Eclipse Stakes
Ombudsman was collared in the shadow of the post by Delacroix in the G1 Eclipse Stakes, with Ruling Court running well to take third in a frenetic running of the Sandown Park highlight on Saturday, 5 July.
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July 06, 2025
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National Guard carries out 347 rescue operations
The National Guard Command carried out 347 rescue operations on land and sea, within and outside the country, during the first half of 2025. These efforts are part of ongoing initiatives to strengthen the national response system and enhance the readiness of search and rescue teams across the nation.
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July 06, 2025
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Peace with Kurds to gain momentum after PKK move: Erdogan
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that peace efforts with Kurds would gain momentum after PKK militants begin laying down their weapons.
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