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Iraq in contact with Iran, US in bid to stay out of conflict'
Iraq has approached the Iranian and US governments in a bid to prevent being caught up in a regional escalation, officials said on Saturday, as Washington's ally Israel and Iran traded blows.
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June 16, 2025
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Relatives begin collecting remains of crash victims
Authorities have started handing over remains of the victims of one of India's worst aviation disasters after identifying some through DNA tests, days after the Air India flight crashed and killed at least 270 people in Gujarat state, officials said on Sunday.
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June 16, 2025
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Du Toit to miss start of Springboks season
Injured World Rugby Player of the Year Pieter-Steph du Toit was released on Sunday from the South Africa squad preparing for their first four matches of the season, a SA Rugby statement said.
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June 16, 2025
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SC declares Jaffer a ruthless killer, rejects mercy plea
The Supreme Court (SC) issued its detailed written verdict in the high-profile Noor Mukadam murder case, upholding the death sentence of convict Zahir Jaffer and reaffirming the admissibility of video evidence under the “silent witness” doctrine.
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June 16, 2025
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Five killed, two missing in Vietnam floods
Typhoon winds and rains that lashed central Vietnam killed five people and left two more missing, according to an official toll, with huge tracts of farmland flooded by the deluge.
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June 16, 2025
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Art of harmony: Beta Golchin's art weaves balance into life's tapestry
Beta Golchin is a Dubai born and raised Iranian artist; she discovered her artistic talent at the age of 14, after winning recognition in global art competitions. She specialises in mixed media artwork using acrylic, fluid paint, oil paint, colour pencil and gouache as mediums.
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June 16, 2025
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Aldar joins Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit as a partner
Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) has announced Aldar Properties PJSC (Aldar) as the Real Estate Partner for the inaugural Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS), taking place from 17 to 18 June at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre. The strategic partnership reflects a shared commitment between ADPIC and Aldar to develop resilient infrastructure and integrated communities that meet the evolving needs of the UAE community.
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June 16, 2025
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Why doing immigration the 'white way' is absolutely wrong
The president is granting refugee status to white South Africans. Meanwhile, he is issuing travel bans, unsure about his duty to uphold due process, fighting birthright citizenship, and backing massive human rights breaches against people of color, including deporting citizens and people authorized to be here. The administration's escalating immigration enforcement—marked by “fast-track” deportations or disappearances without due process—signala dangerous leveling-up of aggressive anti-immigration policies and authoritarian tactics. In the face of the immigration chaos that we are now in, we could—and should—turn our efforts toward making immigration policies less racist, more efficient, and more humane because America’s promise is built on freedom and democracy, not terror. As social scientists, we know that in
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June 16, 2025
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Inter striker Taremi stranded in Iran amid conflict: Club
Inter Milan forward Mehdi Taremi has been stranded in Tehran due to the conflict between Iran and Israel and will miss the start of the FIFA Club World Cup, the Italian club confirmed on Saturday.
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June 16, 2025
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US plans travel ban on 36 more nations: Memo
US President Donald Trump's administration is considering significantly expanding its travel restrictions by potentially banning citizens of 36 additional countries from entering the United States, according to an internal State Department cable seen by media.
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June 16, 2025
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Asian Bodybuilding and Fitness C'ship begins
Under the patronage of Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council, and in the presence of Sheikh Abdulaziz Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development, the 58th Asian Bodybuilding and Fitness Championship kicked off on Sunday.
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June 16, 2025
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Maria ascends Queens' throne, Fritz claims Stuttgart crown; Mertens lifts 10th WTA title
Tatjana Maria completed her fairytale run at Queen's Club as the German qualifier beat American Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 6-4 in Sunday's final to become the oldest winner of a WTA 500 event.
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June 16, 2025
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SCC approves draft law regulating court fees
The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) has approved the draft law regulating court fees in the emirate.
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June 16, 2025
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Pogacar wins first Dauphine ahead of Tour de France title defence
Reigning Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar wrapped up the Criterium du Dauphine on Sunday with a podium finish in the eighth and final stage, which was won by France's Lenny Martinez.
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June 16, 2025
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Over 40 more Palestinians dead in Israeli firing: Medics
Israeli fire and airstrikes killed at least 41 Palestinians across Gaza on Sunday, local health authorities said, at least eight of them near two aid sites operated by the US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF).
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June 16, 2025
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UAE, Bangladesh discuss ways to boost ties
Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, received in his Majlis in Abu Dhabi Lutfey Siddiqi, Special Envoy to the Chief Adviser (Prime Minister) of the Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, who is visiting the UAE as part of ongoing efforts to enhance bilateral engagement between the two friendly nations.
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June 16, 2025
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Kerala plans airstrips in Idukki, Wayanad, Kasargod
In an effort to boost tourism and regional connectivity, Kerala has directed Collectors of Kasargod, Wayanad and Idukki districts to identify suitable land for setting up airstrips.
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June 16, 2025
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Cummins flags Oz shake-up post WTC loss, coach McDonald backs Labuschagne
Australia could shake up their batting after crashing to South Africa in the World Test Championship final, with captain Pat Cummins saying a “reset” was needed ahead of three Tests in the West Indies and a home Ashes series.
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June 16, 2025
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Rossi scores as Crew overcome Whitecaps
Diego Rossi scored the go-ahead goal in the 23rd minute and the Columbus Crew held on for a 2-1 victory over visiting Vancouver to hand the Whitecaps their first defeat in 12 matches.
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June 16, 2025
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Montes strikes as Mexico edge past Dominican Republic in Gold Cup opener
Mexico launched their bid for a 10th CONCACAF Gold Cup crown with a nervy 3-2 win over the Dominican Republic in Los Angeles on Saturday.
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June 16, 2025
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Macron visits Greenland to show EU support for island
French President Emmanuel Macron landed on Sunday in Greenland, the strategic Arctic island coveted by US President Donald Trump, carrying a “message of solidarity and friendship” from France and the European Union (EU).
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June 16, 2025
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UAE's GDP is Dhs1,776 billion in 2024 with 4 per cent growth
A breathtaking view of Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi, a key hub for global investors.
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June 16, 2025
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Gattuso named as new Italy coach after sacking of Spalletti
Gennaro Gattuso was named Italy’s new coach on Sunday and will be tasked with helping the Azzurri qualify for the 2026 World Cup after replacing Luciano Spalletti.
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June 16, 2025
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Lee appoints new deputy security advisers
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has appointed new deputy national security advisers, the presidential office said Sunday, ahead of his first overseas trip to attend the Group of Seven (G7) summit in Canada this week.
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June 16, 2025
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Block Israel's use of airspace, Iran asks Iraq
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian urged Iraq on Sunday to block Israel from using its airspace and territory to launch attacks on the Islamic republic.
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June 16, 2025
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New-look City crave winning feeling at Club World Cup
Bolstered by a £IO00 million ($135 million) spending spree ahead of the Club World Cup, Manchester City are determined to erase the memory of a disappointing season by returning to winning ways in the United States.
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June 16, 2025
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Dollar's crown is slipping due to rapidly changing US trade policies
The dollar has sunk to its lowest in three years as rapidly changing US trade policy unsettles markets and expectations build for Federal Reserve rate cuts, fuelling outflows from the world's biggest economy.
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June 16, 2025
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Trial run of robo-taxis by year end
DUBAI: Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Uber Technologies, Inc (NYSE: UBER), the world's leading technology platform for mobility and delivery, and WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD), a global leader in autonomous driving technology.
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June 16, 2025
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US producer price index rises modestly 2.6% in May 2024
US wholesale prices rose modestly last month from a year earlier, another sign that inflationary pressures remain mild.
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June 16, 2025
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Rare Gandhi portrait set to be auctioned in UK
A rare oil painting of Indian independence leader Mahatma Gandhi, which is believed to have been damaged by an activist, is to be auctioned in London in July.
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