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Trump taking more aspirin than doctors recommend
US President Donald Trump said in an interview with the Wall Street Journal that he is taking a larger daily dose of aspirin than his doctors recommend.
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January 02, 2026
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The complex role Republicans played in the 2020 campaign
The House Judiciary has released a transcript and video of former special counsel Jack Smith’s testimony about his unprecedented criminal investigation against Donald Trump for attempting to overturn the 2020 election results.
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January 02, 2026
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China's yuan strengthens past key level of seven to the dollar
China’s onshore yuan broke through the key psychological level of seven to the dollar on Tuesday for the first time in 2-1/2 years, defying weaker central bank guidance, as exporters rushed to sell US dollars before the year ends.
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January 02, 2026
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Dubai Customs wins praise for tech
The Dubai Customs' Cross-Border E-Commerce Platform has received widespread praise from the World Customs Organisation (WCO), which published a special report on the project in French, English and Spanish, describing it as a global model for digital customs transformation.
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January 02, 2026
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Beckham shares family highlights, Brooklyn notably absent
David Beckham celebrated the end of 2025 with an Instagram post featuring his wife, Victoria Beckham, and all of their kids, except for their eldest son, Brooklyn.
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January 02, 2026
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You'll never procrastinate again
Since it’s the New Year, I wonder how many people still try to make New Year's resolutions.
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January 02, 2026
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Bitcoin set for first yearly loss since 2022
Bitcoin is on track to post its first annual loss since 2022, as macroeconomic pressures and fading momentum weighed on the world’s largest cryptocurrency.
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January 02, 2026
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Osaka drawing inspiration from family at United Cup, Sabalenka wants ‘Battle of the Sexes’ rematch, revenge
An excited Naomi Osaka will lean on family ties as she leads Japan in Friday's opening day at the United Cup in Australia, kicking off her season with a testing clash against former world number three Maria Sakkari.
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January 02, 2026
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Legendary LA music venue is closing after 25 years
When musician Cary Brothers found out that the Hotel Cafe was shutting down, he felt like he'd been told his parents were selling his childhood home.
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January 02, 2026
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Cummins and Hazlewood named in Oz's spin-heavy T20 WC squad
Pace duo Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood and middle-order batter Tim David have been named in Australia's provisional 15-player squad for the T20 World Cup despite injury concerns.
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January 02, 2026
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Soya firms to abandon Amazon protection agreement in Brazil
Some of the world’s largest soyabean traders are preparing to break their agreement to curb deforestation of the Amazon rainforest to preserve tax benefits in Brazil’s top farm state, two people with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.
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January 02, 2026
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K-pop stars BTS to release album ahead of world tour
K-pop megastars BTS will release a new album in March ahead of a world tour, the group announced on Thursday.
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January 02, 2026
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Joshua staying in Nigeria to recover after deadly crash
British boxer Anthony Joshua is initially staying in Nigeria as he recuperates from injuries sustained after a deadly crash.
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January 02, 2026
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The one simple change that made my life better
At the beginning of 2025, I made a bold decision that probably tells you everything you need to know about my ridiculous “all or nothing” personality type.
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January 02, 2026
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France keeps 2026 bond issuance plans steady for now
France is keeping its 2026 borrowing plans steady for now, though funding requirements may be adjusted if necessary depending on the 2026 budget law, the public debt management agency said on Tuesday in a year-end update.
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January 02, 2026
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Friday prayers to be performed at 12:45pm from today
As announced by the General Authority for Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, in coordination with the Department of Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities in Dubai, the time for the Friday prayers will change from 1:15pm to 12:45pm, effective Jan.2, 2026.
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January 02, 2026
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Lee to take over as new strength coach of Indian women's team
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January 02, 2026
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SCC holds 17 sessions, passes 6 laws in 2025
During 2025, the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) continued to perform its parliamentary, legislative, and oversight roles within the framework of the emirate's institutional work system.
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January 02, 2026
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Kim hails ‘invincible alliance’ with Russia
SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong
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January 02, 2026
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Yami Gautam remembers funny theatre incident from her early acting days
Bollywood actress Yami Gautam, who is fresh off the success of her recent film 'Haq,' has recollected an incident from her early days in theatre when she went horribly wrong with the lines yet made a solid impact.
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January 02, 2026
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Blow for Real's Spanish title charge as striker Mbappe suffers knee sprain
Real Madrid on Wednesday said that Kylian Mbappe had suffered a knee sprain, delivering a blow to their bid to reel in Liga leaders Barcelona.
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January 02, 2026
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After waiting for 36 years, soccer fans finally have capital city derby as PSG face PFC
It's taken quite some time, but the first capital city derby in French men’s league soccer since 1990 takes place on Sunday when Paris Saint-Germain hosts Paris FC.
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January 02, 2026
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939 children participate in Sharjah winter camp
SHARJAH: Sharjah Children, part of the Rubu' Qarn Creating Future Leaders and Innovators, recently hosted a fun and exciting winter camp aimed at nurturing kids' talents.
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January 02, 2026
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Daesh planned New Year's Eve attacks: Syria
Syria said on Thursday a suicide bomber who killed a security forces member in Aleppo on New Year's Eve was in the Daesh group, which planned attacks on churches and gatherings.
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January 02, 2026
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Firms violating Emiratisation deadline face fines
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) has introduced financial penalties for private sector companies that have not met their 2025 Emiratisation targets, which came into effect on Thursday.
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January 02, 2026
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Iran appoints new central bank governor
Iran appointed a new central bank governor on Wednesday as an economic crisis sparked mass protests following a record currency fall against the US dollar.
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January 02, 2026
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Dire year for greenback has little light at end of tunnel in 2026
A dismal year for the US dollar is ending with signs of stabilization, but many investors believe the currency's decline will resume next year as global growth picks up and the Fed eases further.
3 min |
January 02, 2026
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Shanghai copper falls on weaker Chinese demand
Shanghai copper declined on Tuesday, as profit-taking and weaker Chinese demand weighed on the market amid a broader risk-off turn.
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January 02, 2026
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Airlines issue advisories as fog disrupts more flights
Flight operations across several parts of northern and eastern India, including Delhi, were affected on Thursday as dense fog engulfed large swathes of the region, sharply reducing visibility and prompting airlines to issue advisories for passengers.
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January 02, 2026
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Neville labels Utd’s draw with Wolves 'baddest of the bad'
Gary Neville has branded Manchester United's performance in their draw with winless Wolves as “the baddest of the bad”.
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