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Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez returns to her old school, felt surreal
Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez had a surreal experience as she made an emotional return to her alma mater.
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January 01, 2026
Gulf Today
Shumukh Alezz Group teams up with US firm
Shumoukh Al Ezz Group, chaired by Dr Mohammed bin Muslim bin Ham Al Ameri, signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) recently with US-based PittMoss, a company specialising in the development of innovative growing media free from traditional agricultural materials such as peat.
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January 01, 2026
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Balochistan doubles financial aid for martyrs' families
The Balochistan police chief has announced a comprehensive and historic increase in financial assistance and welfare benefits for the families of police martyrs, serving personnel, retired employees and their children.
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January 01, 2026
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Oil set for biggest annual drop since 2020
Oil prices crept higher on Wednesday, while heading for a fall of more than 15% over the course of 2025, as expectations of oversupply increased in a year marked by wars, higher tariffs, increased Opec+ output and sanctions on Russia, Iran and Venezuela.
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January 01, 2026
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DMA activates marine traffic plan for New Year's Eve
DUBAI: Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA), part of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, announced the activation of its final marine traffic management plan for New Year's Eve 2026, as part of efforts to enhance maritime safety and ensure smooth navigation during peak celebrations.
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January 01, 2026
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Depleted Man.Utd 'lack quality', says coach Amorim after draw against Wolves
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim said his side 'lacked quality' to break down a Wolves team without a English Premier League (EPL) win all season in the latest blow to their chances of Champions League football next season.
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January 01, 2026
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Protesters attack Iran government building
A government building in southern Iran was attacked on Wednesday, authorities said, as the country’s top prosecutor warned of a “decisive response” to any attempt to create instability after days of economic protests.
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January 01, 2026
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Vaughan urges Khawaja to retire on his own terms
Former England captain Michael Vaughan has backed Usman Khawaja to retire on his own terms after playing the fifth Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, which starts on January 4.
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January 01, 2026
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Indian markets end 2025 on a strong note
Indian equity markets ended the final trading session of the calendar year on a strong note, supported by broad-based buying across most sectors, even as information technology stocks remained under pressure.
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January 01, 2026
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Johnny Depp enthrals Dubai with ‘Bunnyman’ drone show
The daily Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) Drone Show titled ‘Celebrations’ has become one of the most sensational shows as thousands of people from residents to tourists are being mesmerized.
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January 01, 2026
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MBR humanitarian ship arrives in Al Arish with aid for Gaza
In implementation of the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Humanitarian Ship arrived at Al Arish Port in the Arab Republic of Egypt as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, carrying humanitarian and relief aid designated to support the people of the Gaza Strip.
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January 01, 2026
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Facilitators tackle growing behavioural issues in book clubs
On occasion, what a book club needs most is for one person to tell another person to shut up.
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January 01, 2026
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US natgas futures fall on normal weather outlook, eye annual gain
US natural gas futures fell over 58 on Tuesday, pressured by forecasts of above normal temperatures next week, though the market was set for a second consecutive yearly gain led by record gas flows to liquefied natural gas export plants.
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January 01, 2026
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Ministry transfers key services to Emirates Drug Establishment
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced the transfer of a set of its services to the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE), as part of its ongoing efforts to develop the healthcare services ecosystem and enhance the efficiency of regulatory frameworks governing the pharmaceutical sector.
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January 01, 2026
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Most officials fine with further rate cuts
Most US Federal Reserve policymakers view further interest rate cuts as appropriate if inflation cools over time, minutes of their latest gathering showed on Tuesday.
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January 01, 2026
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Abu Dhabi Govt embeds meritocracy in workforce
The Abu Dhabi Government has enacted comprehensive human resources legislation to modernise its employment framework, positioning the government as an employer of choice for high-performing professionals, and embedding meritocracy across its workforce of more than 25,000.
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January 01, 2026
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China 'successfully completes' military exercise
China's People’s Liberation Army said on Wednesday that it “successfully completed” two days of military exercises in the waters off Taiwan, concluding a set of high-powered manoeuvers aimed at asserting its sovereignty over the island - actions that ratcheted up tension in East Asia during 2025's waning days.
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January 01, 2026
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Camilla recalls assault in 1960s
Britain 's Queen Camilla on Wednesday spoke publicly for the first time about her personal experience of indecent assault, saying that speaking out was one way she could use her royal platform to shine a light on the epidemic of violence against women.
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January 01, 2026
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Players need guidance on deal at corners: Espirito Santo
West Ham United manager Nuno Espirito Santo says players are confused about how much contact they can make while defending corners and said rules need to be clarified.
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January 01, 2026
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Johnson still a Spurs player despite Palace interest: Frank
Thomas Frank said he expects Brennan Johnson to feature in Tottenham's New Year's Day trip to Brentford despite reports a deal has been agreed to sell the Wales forward to Crystal Palace.
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January 01, 2026
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Caballero defends Maresca after Palmer substitution sparks jeers
Chelsea assistant coach Willy Caballero defended Enzo Maresca’s decision to replace Cole Palmer after the controversial substitution sparked jeers from angry fans during the 2-2 draw against Bournemouth on Tuesday.
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January 01, 2026
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Singapore's economy grows 4.8% in 2025
Singapore's economy beat forecasts to grow 4.8 per cent in 2025, the prime minister said Wednesday, but he warned that sustaining that rate of expansion would be “difficult” due to unpredictable global trade.
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January 01, 2026
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Health Ministry receives Lebanese delegation
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has received a high-level government delegation from Lebanon as part of the Lebanese Executive Leadership Programme, organised by the Government Experience Exchange Office operating under the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs.
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January 01, 2026
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Saliha Hanif and Asma Mehmood give Islamic art a contemporary character
Saliha Hanif and Asma Mehmood are artists of Pakistani origin, based in Dubai, represented by OneFourArt Gallery, a Dubai-based contemporary Islamic art gallery founded by the artists themselves.
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January 01, 2026
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DoH opens applications for Healthcare Research Fund
The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector, in collaboration with the Authority of Social Contribution - Ma'an, has opened applications for the 2026 edition of Abu Dhabi's Healthcare Research and Innovation Fund.
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January 01, 2026
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Cunningham shines as Pistons down Lakers, 76ers beat Grizzlies
Cade Cunningham scored 27 points as the Detroit Pistons spoiled LeBron James' 41st birthday with a 128-106 drubbing of the depleted Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday.
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January 01, 2026
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UAE STANDS TALL AS 2026 UNFOLDS
ABU DHABI: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has shared a New Year message, extending his best wishes to people in the UAE and around the world.
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January 01, 2026
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ICP implements 15 zero bureaucracy service projects
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) has implemented 15 pioneering development projects aimed at eliminating bureaucracy across its service ecosystem, delivering fast and smart service experiences to customers across all segments, as well as to Authority employees.
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January 01, 2026
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Hong Kong stocks hit 8-year high; Shanghai best in 6 years
Hong Kong stocks jumped nearly 30% in 2025 in their best showing since 2017, while the Shanghai market logged its best year in six as excitement toward Chinese artificial intelligence overcame worries about a slowing economy.
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January 01, 2026
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US hopes for stronger ties with India in 2026
The US Embassy in India on Wednesday shared glimpses of significant agreements and interactions that took place between Washington and New Delhi in 2025, expressing hope that 2026 will be another year of “even stronger” bilateral ties.
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