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Trump calls for one-year cap on credit card rates at 10%
US President Donald Trump said on Friday he was calling for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates at 10% starting on January 20 but he did not provide details on how his plan will come to fruition or how he planned to make companies comply.
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January 11, 2026
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SIT raids home of ex-chief priest of Sabrimala in gold theft case
Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged misappropriation of gold from the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple on Saturday conducted a raid at the Chengannur residence of former Tantri (chief priest) Kandararu Rajeevaru, a day after his arrest in the high-profile case that has shaken Kerala's religious, political and administrative establishment.
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January 11, 2026
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'We want UAE's story narrated in language of hope, tolerance'
The UAE's leadership has laid strong foundations for national identity and citizenship values that guide Emiratis in all circumstances and every platform, said Sheikh Abdulla Bin Mohammed Bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of National Media Authority (NMA).
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January 11, 2026
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First anti-polio drive of 2026 to start from Feb.2
Pakistan will vaccinate more than 45 million children during its first nationwide polio eradication campaign of 2026, scheduled to run from Feb.2 to 8, health authorities said on Saturday.
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January 11, 2026
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South Africa defends naval drills with Iran and Russia
South Africa on Saturday began naval drills with Russia, Iran and China, describing the manoeuvres off its coast as not merely a show of force but a vital response to rising maritime tensions.
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January 11, 2026
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Fletcher defends United academy after Amorim criticism
Manchester United interim boss Darren Fletcher said on Friday that the club’s academy is one of the best in the world after recent critical comments from sacked manager Ruben Amorim.
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January 11, 2026
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Empowering the future: SEF 2026 launches 'Sharjah's Little Founders'
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF 2026) has launched 'Sharjah's Little Founders' (SLF), a curated new zone specially designed to nurture entrepreneurial aspirations and skills among children aged 7 to 12.
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January 11, 2026
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Dewa marks significant milestone in digital innovation, grid data analysis
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has won the ‘Innovative Power Technology of the Year — UAE’ award at the Asian Power Awards 2025, one of the most prestigious regional honours in the energy sector.
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January 11, 2026
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Aster restores vision of Pakistani real estate agent
In a rare and complex medical case, Aster Hospital Mankhool successfully performed emergency brain surgery to restore the vision of Emad Arif Khan, a 30-year-old Pakistani real estate consultant, currently residing in Sharjah, who arrived at the hospital with sudden loss of vision in both eyes.
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January 11, 2026
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Decisive oath acquits two of seizing vehicle number plate
The Al Ain Civil, Commercial and Administrative Cases Court rejected a lawsuit filed by a man against two others, demanding to prove his ownership of a car number plate valued at DhsI00,000.
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January 11, 2026
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'Patients trust influencers more than doctors'
DUBAI: The I Billion Followers Summit, now in its fourth edition in Dubai, highlighted the importance of specialised, high-quality content in digital media as a means to raise public awareness, provide reliable information, and support development, particularly in health and education, by allowing experts to connect directly with the public through digital platforms.
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January 11, 2026
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Double delight for Osbornes at carnival opener
Jamie Osborne meant business with a large team for this year's Dubai Racing Carnival and it is reaping rewards.
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January 11, 2026
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UAE Olympic Solidarity Commission holds meeting
The UAE Olympic Solidarity Commission held its inaugural meeting at the headquarters of the National Olympic Committee in Dubai, following the decision issued by the Board of Directors last month to establish the Commission.
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January 11, 2026
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Kenrich and Jalen power Thunder to win over Grizzlies
Jalen Williams scored 26 points and Kenrich Williams added 21 as the NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder erased a 21-point third-quarter deficit to edge the Memphis Grizzlies 117-116 on Friday.
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January 11, 2026
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China inflation ticks up in December
China's inflation ticked up in the final month of 2025 - highest in 34 months - and the decline in producer prices further narrowed as government policies aimed at boosting domestic demand continued to make a positive impact on the economy.
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January 11, 2026
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Italy's jobless rate drops to lowest level
According to provisional data released by Italy’s National Statistics Institute (Istat), Italy's unemployment rate fell to 5.7% in November, down O.I percentage point from October, marking the lowest level on record since the start of the statistical series in 2004.
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January 11, 2026
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2026 to intensify trade tensions between EU, China: Report
The European Union (EU), beyond tariffs and sanctions, set to continue on its trajectory of diversifying its trading relationships away from China and sharpening its trade defence armoury, developed with China in mind, but Beijing “doesn’t seem much to care”, according to a new report.
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January 11, 2026
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100,000 French homes still without power
A man was killed after a tree fell on a caravan in England after record winds brought by Storm Goretti, as 100,000 homes in France were still without power on Saturday.
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January 11, 2026
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Litchfield's valiant knock in vain as Giants beat Warriorz by 10 runs
A captain's knock from Ashleigh Gardner, followed by a splendid bowling performance from Renuka Singh Thakur and Sophie Devine, powered Gujarat Giants to a thrilling 10-run victory over UP Warriorz in the second match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium.
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January 11, 2026
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Death toll from trash site collapse rises to 6
Hard hat-wearing rescue workers and backhoes dug through rubble in search of survivors on Saturday in the shadow of a mountain of garbage that buried dozens of landfill employees in the central Philippines, killing at least six.
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January 11, 2026
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Arsenal and United play goalless draw in WSL
Arsenal missed a golden opportunity to close the gap at the top of the Women's Super League when they were held to a 0-0 draw by Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, despite the visitors playing the final 25 minutes with 10 players.
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January 11, 2026
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UAE National MMA Championship off to perfect start in Al Ain
Action got underway on Saturday at the UAE National MMA Championship 6, organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation, at UAE University in Al Ain, with impressive performances from emerging athletes.
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January 11, 2026
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Ukraine drone strikes Russian oil depot
A drone strike by Ukraine caused a fire at an oil depot in the Oktyabrskiy district in the southern part of Russia’s Volgograd region, regional authorities said on Saturday.
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January 11, 2026
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Ethiopia begins construction of 'Africa's biggest airport'
Ethiopian Airlines on Saturday officially started a $12.5 billion construction project for what officials say will be Africa’s biggest airport when completed in 2030 in the Ethiopian town of Bishoftu.
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January 11, 2026
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Republicans defy Trump, reap the consequences
On Thursday, the House failed to override President Donald Trump's veto of a bill championed by Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo,) to secure clean drinking water for her constituents.
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January 11, 2026
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Sabalenka sets up title clash with Kostyuk; Poland reach United Cup final
Aryna Sabalenka beat Karolina Muchova in straight sets to reach her third Brisbane International final in a row on Saturday, a week before the Australian Open.
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January 11, 2026
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World Future Energy Summit to screen Attenborough's 'Ocean' daily
IMI, the Abu Dhabi-headquartered global media group, will host daily screenings of Ocean with David Attenborough during the World Future Energy Summit, taking place from 13-15 January 2026 at Adnec Centre Abu Dhabi as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.
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January 11, 2026
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Al Zorah records Ajman’s highest ever residential property sales
Al Zorah Real Estate Development, the joint venture between the Government of Ajman and Solidere International, has announced the completion of the sale of the two most expensive residential units ever in the Emirate of Ajman, comprising a luxury waterfront palace and a beachfront penthouse within Al Zorah City, near the anticipated Four Seasons Al Zorah Resort.
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January 11, 2026
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Super Cup Clasico final potentially pivotal for coach Alonso's future
Xabi Alonso has steadied Real Madrid's ship in recent weeks after a tumultuous period but the Spanish Super Cup Clasico final against Barcelona on Sunday seems a make-or-break moment for the Spanish coach.
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January 11, 2026
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France trade deficit widens in December
France's trade deficit widened to €4.2 billion in December 2025, up from a revised €3.5 billion in November, broadly in line with market expectations, according to the French Customs Office.
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