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UAE retail sector stays on track to surpass $227b
The UAE’s retail sector is on course to become a $227 billion market by 2033, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s fastest-growing and most sophisticated consumer economies, according to a new strategic assessment by the InterRegional for Strategic Analysis (MIR).
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Sharjah Police recover resident's life savings after bag left in taxi
Sharjah Police have recovered a bag containing the life savings of an Arab resident after he accidentally left it behind in a taxi while preparing to return to his home country.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
More than 3,200 Dubai residents become first-time homeowners
More than 3,200 people have purchased homes for the first time in Dubai in the past one year, thanks to the First-Time Home Buyer Programme launched by the Dubai Land Department (DLD), in collaboration with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Stop shooting, Trump tells Israel and Iran
Tehran says first wave of attacks is now over
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Jordan coach upbeat despite Colombia defeat in friendly
Jordan coach Jamal Sellami said his team has achieved the desired technical benefits from their loss against Colombia on Monday, and expressed relief that no players were injured during the friendly that came days before the country’s first appearance in a World Cup.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Nepal security guard wins Dh30m UAE Lottery
Four years ago, Tayab Khan arrived in the UAE from Nepal in search of a better future. Today, the 26-year-old security guard is celebrating a life-changing Dh30 million win after becoming the first Grand Prize winner of The UAE Lottery’s Lucky Day draw under its current jackpot format.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
US demands Iran give UN nuclear watchdog access: Draft resolution
The United States is demanding Iran provide “precise” information on its enriched uranium stockpile and give the UN nuclear agency access “without delay”, according to a draft resolution seen by AFP on Monday.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Suthar makes dream debut in India’s largest Test victory
Manav Suthar’s dream debut concluded with India registering their biggest Test victory - by an innings and 300 runs against Afghanistan - inside three days of the one-off Test in New Chandigarh on Monday.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Listed firms face June 30 deadline for AGMs or pay penalty
The UAE's Ministry of Economy and Tourism has called on private joint-stock companies (PJSCs) to hold their Annual General Meetings (AGMs) no later than June 30, 2026, warning that non-compliance will trigger escalating administrative penalties, including fines of up to Dh10 million.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Strong demand for SpaceX tokenised IPO in UAE and GCC, says Bybit
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has reported strong early demand from UAE and GCC investors for the tokenised SpaceX initial public offering (IPO), an official said.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Public schools to get new inspection framework
The Ministry of Education has introduced a comprehensive inspection framework for public schools for the 2025-2026 academic year, setting out detailed regulations aimed at improving educational quality and ensuring full compliance with national laws, policies, and safety requirements across all aspects of school operations.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Hotels roll out staycation deals for Hijri New Year
Hotels in the country are rolling out irresistible staycation deals, Fifa World Cup packages, and family-friendly experiences. — FILE PHOTO
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
World facing increased nuclear risk, warn researchers
Researchers warned on Monday that nuclear-armed states were taking their arms out of storage and putting them on delivery systems, as the weapons of mass destruction are playing an increased role in global politics.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
DWTC events support 94,000 jobs in 2025
The economic activity generated by the Dubai World Trade Centre’s (DWTC) large-scale events in 2025 is estimated to have supported over 94,000 jobs across the MICE ecosystem and adjacent sectors, data showed on Monday.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Iran halts Israel operation after first post-truce clash
Iran on Monday said it was ending its latest military operation against Israel after the first exchanges of fire between the foes since a shaky ceasefire began, but warned it could inflict a more “crushing” response.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
‘This road trip changes you’: Why UAE residents flock to Oman
The wadi is full. Families spread across flat rocks, children wade through turquoise water, and the car plates tell the story: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Opec+ quota hike exposes widening policy-reality gap
Opec+'s decision to raise production quotas for a fourth straight month may have reinforced the group's commitment to restoring supply, but it has also exposed a growing contradiction at the heart of the global oil market: more barrels are being allocated on paper even as fewer are reaching consumers.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Delhi storm drags airport equipment, damages three Air India aircraft
Strong winds and rain in Delhi on Sunday evening disrupted airport operations, and three Air India aircraft parked at Indira Gandhi International Airport’s Terminal 2 sustained damage after ground support equipment was dragged by the wind and collided with the planes.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Several Indian workers among seven killed in Emirates Road accident
The Indian Consulate in Dubai has expressed deep sorrow over a tragic road accident on Emirates Road that claimed seven lives including several Indian workers and left nine others injured.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Target of 5,000 industrial jobs for Emiratis exceeded
A national programme designed to create 5,000 industrial jobs for Emiratis by 2027 has surpassed its target a year ahead of schedule, with more than 5,200 opportunities generated since its launch.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Denmark’s Eriksen ‘doing well’ after collapsing during friendly
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark’s friendly against Ukraine but was later able to walk off the field, five years after suffering a cardiac arrest during the European Championship.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Play971: Player protection is ‘central’ to first legal betting platform
The UAE’s first licensed sports wagering and gaming platform, Play971, allows players to set deposit limits, take time-outs and use self-exclusion tools as part of its responsible gaming safeguards, a senior company official has told Khaleej Times.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Emirati with disability hopes to get a job
When Obaid Al Habsi arrived at the Industrialists Career Exhibition in Abu Dhabi on Monday morning, he carried with him more than just copies of his CV. The 25-year-old Emirati had travelled from Ras Al Khaimah in search of something he has spent the past five years looking for: His first job.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Five greatest World Cup goals: Why Saudi Arabia’s stunner made the list
The World Cup, which has the power to unite people from diverse backgrounds, often produces moments that leave even an opponent feeling the urge to clap after a rival player scores a goal.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Broken bones and Type 1 diabetes: How Zverev broke ‘Major’ barrier
It’s impossible to truly appreciate Alexander Zverev’s maiden Grand Slam triumph at the French Open on Sunday without looking back at his semifinal clash against Rafael Nadal on the same court four years ago, which left him limping off on crutches.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Short-notice checks to show real classroom standards, say schools
With Dubai’s education regulator set to bring back school quality assurance visits in the 2026-27 academic year, school leaders and educators are welcoming what they describe as a more developmental approach to evaluating teaching and learning across the emirate.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Facing Israeli settler violence, Palestinians race to harvest
With pitchforks and a makeshift combine the size of a golf cart, Hamad Jazi and his nephews race under the blazing sun to collect wheat from their West Bank field.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Dubai's Kids Go Free campaign takes over
Dubai summers have always been about mall strolls, late-night drives along Sheikh Zayed Road and children enjoying soft-serve ice cream in abundance. But this year, the city has raised the stakes.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Bitcoin’s slide to $60,000 spurs biggest ETF exodus
Bitcoin’s return to the $60,000 level has exposed a striking shift in institutional investor behaviour, raising fresh questions about whether the world’s largest cryptocurrency is entering a prolonged consolidation phase or preparing for its next major rally.
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June 09, 2026
Khaleej Times
Philippines 7.8 earthquake death toll rises to 35; more than 100 injured
The death toll from the magnitude 7.8 earthquake off the coast of Mindanao Island in the southern Philippines on Monday morning has risen to 35 and more than 100 people injured, the country’s Office of Civil Defense (OCD) reported.
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