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Iran to hold funeral for slain supreme leader on July 4-9
Funeral ceremonies for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will be in July, the country's state-run television said on Saturday, as mediators said an agreement to end the war was close.
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June 14, 2026
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Device developed to control nerves without surgery
Researchers from NYU Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, have developed a tiny, injectable medical device that introduces a new approach to treating chronic pain and movement disorders by controlling nerve activity without the need for surgery, batteries, or wires, offering a simpler and less invasive way to treat neurological conditions.
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June 14, 2026
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Abu Dhabi hosts Forum for First Responder Skills Development
The National Forum for Developing the Skills of Professional and Community First Responders was officially launched under the slogan “Together for a Prepared Nation,” with broad participation from representatives of government and private institutions, the healthcare sector, emergency medical services, Civil Defence, police agencies, and volunteers.
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June 14, 2026
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UAE and Mozambique vow to step up ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Daniel Chapo, President of the Republic of Mozambique.
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June 14, 2026
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Morocco coach says don't fear Brazil, Ancelotti warns team ready to face anyone
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said on Friday his players should not fear playing record five-time World Cup winners Brazil in their tournament opener.
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June 14, 2026
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Thousands turn out for anti-racism rally in Belfast
Thousands of people on Saturday gathered for an anti-racism rally in the Northern Irish city of Belfast after unrest sparked by a horrific stabbing.
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June 14, 2026
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Russell takes pole position for Barcelona Grand Prix
George Russell of Mercedes claimed pole position for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix after a thrilling end to the qualifying session on Saturday.
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June 14, 2026
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Flexible attendance for students from June 16-23
School administrations announced updated student attendance schedules as of June 16-23, for the 2025-2026 academic year, as part of preparations for the end-of-third-semester exams.
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June 14, 2026
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Developer records Dhs50m in sales
Ras Al Khaimah has firmly established itself as one of the UAE’s most compelling real estate investment destinations, with Al Marjan Island at the centre of its rise.
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June 14, 2026
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‘Spain are ‘favourites’ despite knockout woes’: Grimaldo
Alex Grimaldo believes Spain can emulate their Golden Generation by winning the World Cup two years after being crowned European champions.
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June 14, 2026
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Clear weather likely today, says NCM
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) expects Sunday's weather to be generally clear with clouds appearing in the east, and humid at night and on Monday morning in some coastal areas.
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June 14, 2026
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Kerala Nipah patient stable, contacts test negative
A 43-year-old man hospitalised with Nipah virus infection is stable, and all contacts have tested negative, relieving health authorities in Kerala.
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June 14, 2026
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Ways to counter hate speech in Africa discussed
Sheikh Al-Mahfoudh Bin Bayyah, Secretary-General of the Abu Dhabi Forum for Peace, has met with Chaloka Beyani, UN Special Adviser of the Secretary-General on the Prevention of Genocide at the Under-Secretary-General level, to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation in combating hate speech and preventing genocide and other atrocity crimes.
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June 14, 2026
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All eyes on Desert Architecture Mena Forum
As climate adaptation becomes one of the defining conversations shaping the future of cities, the 2nd Desert Architecture Mena Forum will return to Dubai on 18-19 June 2026 at Al Habtoor Grand Resort, bringing together some of the world’s leading architects, urban planners, developers, policymakers, and sustainability experts to redefine how desert environments are designed for the future.
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June 14, 2026
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AD Police warn on fake ‘Consumer Protection’ platforms
Abu Dhabi Police, as part of the strategic priority “Proactive Security” and the strategic objective “Readiness to Combat Cybercrimes,” warned community members about fake websites and platforms impersonating “Consumer Protection.”
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June 14, 2026
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Endo retirement gives headache to Japan
Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu must decide who will replace retired captain Wataru Endo at the heart of his midfield as they prepare to kick off their World Cup campaign against the Netherlands in Dallas on Sunday.
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June 14, 2026
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Pak economy will now move from stability to growth: Minister
Federal Minister for Finance Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Saturday that after attaining economic stability, the country would now move towards growth.
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June 14, 2026
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Steven Spielberg returns to sci-fi with thrilling results
Perhaps Emily Blunt is a supreme being (if you've seen her performances in ‘‘The Devil Wears Prada’’ movies, you might be inclined to agree).
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June 14, 2026
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Sharjah Police Sciences Academy wins gold at Ideas Arabia Award
The Sharjah Police Sciences Academy won the gold in the 18th cycle of the Ideas Arabia International Award, organised by the Dubai Quality Group, in the category of ‘‘Best Article Supporting Innovation,’’ during the annual awards ceremony held at Al Habtoor Palace Hotel in Dubai.
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June 13, 2026
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US, Iran reach a final, agreed upon text: Pak
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said on Friday the United States and Iran have agreed to wording of an agreement aimed at ending their war in the Middle East and that mediators were working with both sides to finalise a deal.
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June 13, 2026
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GFH Bank signs MoU with OCTO to develop $300m logistics platform
As part of its participation in the 2026 Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), GFH Bank (GFH or ‘the Bank’) announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with OCTO Management Consultancies (OCTO) to collaborate on the development of a $300 million logistics and industrial real estate platform across the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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June 13, 2026
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US ready to battle Paraguay in opener: Pulisic
United States star Christian Pulisic said the World Cup co-hosts are “ready to battle” on soccer's biggest stage as they prepare for a potentially bruising opener against Paraguay on Friday.
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June 13, 2026
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AI firm unveils new platform for data storage solutions
A technology company has demonstrated its achievement of 96.37% reduction in storage and transmission space for high definition files which paved the way for data centres to get more benefits from its infrastructure.
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June 13, 2026
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Aitchison names classroom after Indian Punjab ex-CM
The elite Aitchison College of Lahore has dedicated a classroom in honour of one of its distinguished alumni — former Indian Punjab chief minister Harcharan Singh Brar.
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June 13, 2026
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Fake World Cup items worth $20m seized
Authorities in Hong Kong have seized suspected counterfeit World Cup items including soccer jerseys and balls with an estimated value of HK$156 million ($19.91 million), officials said.
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June 13, 2026
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Musk becomes first trillionaire, vows to take humanity to Mars
Shares in Elon Musk’s SpaceX jumped as much as 30 per cent on their trading debut on Friday after the biggest IPO in history, making the polarising entrepreneur the world's first trillionaire as he vowed to take humanity to Mars.
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June 13, 2026
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David Hockney, iconic artist known for his colourful landscapes, dies at 88
Hockney was born in the north of England but lived much of his life in Southern California, making its sun-drenched suburban views a major motif
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June 13, 2026
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Sabarimala gold probe faces fresh controversy
The ongoing investigation into the alleged Sabarimala gold heist has taken a fresh political turn after the Kerala government's decision to appoint advocate KB Pradeep as Special Government Pleader for Devaswom-related cases triggered sharp criticism and allegations of conflict of interest.
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June 13, 2026
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PM says ‘time of prosperity has begun,’ terms budget one of ‘relief’
This journey of development will continue in full force, and we will take every possible step for the welfare of citizens, says PM; public protests against rising prices
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June 13, 2026
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UAE desalination plants in Rafah continue to aid Gazans
UAE desalination plants in Egypt's Rafah continue to play a vital role in supporting the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, by producing desalinated water and delivering it through the UAE water pipeline project to Khan Younis, helping provide one of the most essential basic needs for residents amid the difficult humanitarian conditions facing the Strip.
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