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US and European Union agree on framework for reciprocal trade
The United States and the European Union announced that they have agreed on a Framework on an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade (“Framework Agreement”).
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August 22, 2025

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Cruiserweight Paul and lightweight Davis announce fight on Nov. 14
YouTuber-turned-cruiserweight boxer Jake Paul and undefeated WBA lightweight champion Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis have agreed to fight on Nov. 14 at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena.
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August 22, 2025

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Almeida and Ayuso lead UAE Team Emirates-XRG's La Vuelta charge
With the dust barely settled from the finale of the Tour de France, the spotlight now turns to Spain and the season's final Grand Tour, La Vuelta a Espana.
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August 22, 2025
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'The Dubai experience gave me a thousand stories to tell'
In a remarkable fusion of creativity and tourism, the first cohort of global content creators graduated from the Beautiful Destinations Academy, Powered by Dubai.
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August 22, 2025

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RTA adds new signs at Dubai Metro stations
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Keolis-MHI, has completed a comprehensive plan to improve wayfinding signage across all Dubai Metro stations.
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August 22, 2025

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DCL certifies record-breaking gemstones
Two of the world’s largest and most exceptional natural gemstones have made their first commercial appearance in the UAE, marking a historic milestone in the global gem industry.
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August 22, 2025
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S&P assigns Masdar 'AA-' credit rating
Masdar has been assigned a ‘AA-’ credit rating with a stable outlook by S&P Global Ratings, reinforcing its position as a global clean energy leader.
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August 22, 2025
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DP World signs MoU with Japan's ITOCHU to strengthen ties
DP World has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ITOCHU Corporation, one of Japan's largest trading companies, to expand logistics, supply chain infrastructure, and distribution capabilities in sub-Saharan Africa.
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August 22, 2025

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Downton Abbey exhibition featuring props and costumes opens in London
As Downton Abbey draws to a close in September, some fans took solace by getting close to memorable props and costumes from the much-loved British saga as they went on sale on Monday. Everyone has their favourite piece, including Charlie Thomas of London's Bonhams auction house which is holding the sale.
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August 22, 2025
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ENEC launches Graduate Plant Operator Programme
ABU DHABI: The Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC) has launched the Graduate Plant Operator (GPO) Programme, designed to nurture the next generation of Emirati nuclear operations leaders, strengthening its commitment to investing in the next generation of Emirati nuclear professionals who will drive the nation's nuclear operations forward.
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August 22, 2025
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Man arrested for reckless driving
Traffic patrols of Dubai Police arrested a young man driving a motorcycle recklessly and without registration plates in Al Khawaneej, endangering his life and the lives of others in the area.
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August 22, 2025
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Doctors, nurses fined Dhs200,000 for negligence
Dubai Civil Court has ordered two doctors and two nurses working for a private hospital to pay Dhs200,000 in compensation to the parents of a foetus who died inside the mother's womb during childbirth due to a severe medical error.
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August 22, 2025

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Brain-dead donor saves Saudi child's life
A brain-dead donor in Abu Dhabi saved the life of a seven-year-old Saudi child following a heart transplant.
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August 22, 2025

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Ethraa Career Fair attracts more than 1,000 Emirati job seekers
The ninth edition of Ethraa Career Fair, organised by the Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF) in collaboration with the Central Bank of the UAE, the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis), the Emirati Human Resources Development Council - Dubai, the Higher Colleges of Technology, and Al-Futtaim Group, concluded in Dubai, drawing the participation of ól federal and local government entities, banks, insurance firms, exchange houses, and financial institutions.
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August 22, 2025
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Six teams to vie for ILT20 Development Tourney glory
The six franchises have finalised their squads for the third edition of the DP World International League T20 Development Tournament via the Player Selection Draft, conducted on Aug. 18 at the Dubai International Stadium.
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August 22, 2025

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Obama backs California’s response to Texas redistricting
Former President Barack Obama said he supports California Democrats’ efforts to redraw congressional districts aiming to offset a similar move passed Wednesday by Texas Republicans.
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August 22, 2025
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Man ordered to return Dhs30,650 in loan case
Al Dhafra Court of First Instance ordered a man to repay Dhs30,650 to another, which he had borrowed from him in repeated instalments over five consecutive months, with a promise of repayment, which the borrower failed to fulfil.
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August 22, 2025
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Jackson to miss West Ham match as Chelsea await possible transfer
Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson will sit out Friday's Premier League trip to West Ham United despite being available pending a possible transfer, head coach Enzo Maresca said on Thursday.
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August 22, 2025
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India and Russia agree to boost trade relations
India and Russia agreed to boost trade ties on Thursday as their foreign ministers met in Moscow, giving little indication that US President Donald Trump's hefty tariffs on India for buying Russian oil would disrupt their relations.
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August 22, 2025
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‘Shams Award for Arabic Content’ celebrates excellence
Sharjah Media City (Shams) has announced the launch of the “Shams Award for Arabic Content”, celebrating excellence and creativity in the Arab media and contributing to the development of a generation of creative individuals capable of competing regionally and globally.
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August 22, 2025
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Oil edges up on signs of strong demand
Oil prices edged up on Thursday, bolstered by signs of strong demand in the United States, with uncertainty over efforts to end the war in Ukraine also lending support.
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August 22, 2025
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Woods to head PGA Tour committee to overhaul golf
Tiger Woods will head a new player-led committee aimed at overseeing a radical shakeup of professional golf in North America, PGA Tour chief executive Brian Rolapp announced on Wednesday.
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August 22, 2025

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China-SCO trade hits record high as cooperation deepens
China's trade volume with fellow Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) members reached a record high in the first seven months of this year, data from the General Administration of Customs (GAC) showed.
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August 22, 2025
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Arsenal could hijack Spurs' bid for Palace star Eze: Reports
Arsenal are poised to snatch Eberechi Eze from under the noses of arch-rivals Tottenham Hotspur in what could be one of the most audacious moves of the Premier League's summer transfer window, it was reported Wednesday.
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August 22, 2025
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Fireworks warehouse blast injures dozens in Pak
An explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Karachi, Pakistan's largest city, injured at least 34 people on Thursday, police said, causing panic among residents.
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August 22, 2025
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India, Russia FMs commend 'steadiest' relations in world
India-Russia ties among the 'steadiest of major relationships' in the world after the 2nd World War, say Jaishankar and Lavrov; 'solid package' of documents being prepared for Modi-Putin meet, says Russian FM
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August 22, 2025
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Health overriding factor when it comes to school lunches
In Japan, most schools serve freshly prepared, nutritionally balanced lunches — often rice, fish or meat, soup and vegetables.
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August 22, 2025

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Masrah Al Qasba brings Pinocchio to life in Sharjah
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) continues to strengthen the emirate’s position as a hub for cultural and family entertainment through its flagship destination Al Qasba, which is set to host the much-loved theatrical production Pinocchio from August 29 to 31 in the destination’s theatre \"Masrah Al Qasba”.
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August 22, 2025

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UD teams up with Tech Firm Technology
The University of Dubai (UD), accredited by AACSB and ABET, together with its Cyber-Security and Applied Resilience (C-SAR) centre, and Tech Firm Technology have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at developing a strategic partnership in the fields of cybersecurity, digital resilience, and innovative technologies.
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August 22, 2025
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Calls grow for enforcing a ban on smacking of children
Campaigners have made a fresh call for laws to ban the smacking of children in England. It comes as belief among young adults that forceful actions against children has grown stronger in recent years, according to a new poll. Wales made any type of corporal punishment, including smacking, hitting, slapping and shaking, illegal in March 2029, while Scotland introduced a similar ban in November 2090. But it is not completely outlawed in England and Northern Ireland, According to the Children Act 2004, it is unlawful to hit your child, except where it is “reasonable punishment,” and this is judged on a case-by-case basis.
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