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Homes sparkle with winter wonderland themes this Xmas
Some decide to decorate their homes for Christmas with a lit-up tree and a few wreaths and mistletoes around the house.
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December 25, 2025
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Sean Combs' lawyers appeal against 'unjust sentence'
The lawyers said the sexual encounters at the heart of his case were consensual and that the trial judge handed down an improperly steep sentence
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December 25, 2025
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ADX okays share buyback scheme of Waha Capital
ADX has approved Waha Capital's share buyback programme of up to 10 per cent of its issued share capital, marking a significant step by the Abu Dhabi-listed investment manager to accelerate shareholder value creation.
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December 25, 2025
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India space agency launches its heaviest-ever satellite
The satellite, weighing 6,100kg, was launched on a modified version of a rocket that India plans to use for its future space missions
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December 25, 2025
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Frank warns squad to be 'grown-up' as Spurs players get Christmas Day off
Thomas Frank will give his Tottenham squad Christmas Day off but only because it fits in with their schedule ahead of Sunday's match away to London rivals Crystal Palace.
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December 25, 2025
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Pakistan flag carrier to be run by new owners from April
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is expected to be run by a new owner from April next year and receive fresh capital under a deal to privatise the flag carrier, the country's privatisation chief said on Wednesday.
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December 25, 2025
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Why do you feel exhausted on Monday despite sleeping more on weekends?
On weekends, they do the opposite — sleeping in, staying up longer, and letting the body drift into a different rhythm.
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December 25, 2025
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Australian lawmakers okay sweeping new state gun laws and protest ban
Lawmakers in Australia’s most populous state on Wednesday approved sweeping laws cracking down on guns and giving authorities the power to ban protests after the nation’s deadliest mass shooting in decades.
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December 25, 2025
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Contenders Senegal and Nigeria start Cup of Nations campaigns with wins
Nicolas Jackson scored twice as much-fancied Senegal began their Africa Cup of Nations bid with a convincing 3-0 win over Botswana on Tuesday, while Nigeria's Super Eagles made harder work of their opening match against Tanzania before claiming a 2-1 victory.
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December 25, 2025
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Half a billion voice interactions signal a new tech era in region
The UAE's vision of seamlessly connected, tech-enhanced homes is quickly becoming a lived reality.
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December 25, 2025
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Israel says it killed Hamas financial officer in Gaza
The Israeli army said on Wednesday that it had identified a Hamas financial official it killed two weeks ago in a strike in the Gaza Strip.
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December 25, 2025
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EU 'strongly condemns' US visa sanctions against 5 Europeans
The European Union and some member states reacted sharply Wednesday to US sanctions imposed on five European figures involved in regulating tech companies, including former European commissioner Thierry Breton.
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December 25, 2025
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Rob Reiner, wife Michele died of 'multiple sharp force injuries'
Days after the deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Reiner, the couple's official death certificates have arrived, revealing fresh details about their deaths.
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December 25, 2025
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UAB successfully concludes Dh1 B, two-year loan facility
United Arab Bank (UAB) on Wednesday announced the successful conclusion of its Dh1.0 billion, 2-year senior unsecured dual tranche term Loan facility.
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December 25, 2025
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India gives 2 new airlines initial go-ahead to begin operations after IndiGo crisis
India has granted initial clearance to two airlines to begin operations, weeks after mass cancellations by the country's largest airline IndiGo brought into focus the lack of competition in the world's fastest-growing aviation market.
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December 25, 2025
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ADQ closes $5B financing deal with Asian majors
ADQ, an active sovereign investor focused on critical infrastructure and global supply chains, on Wednesday announced the successful closing of its debut five-year, $5 billion syndicated term financing deal in the Greater China region.
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December 25, 2025
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Festive lights, security tight for Christmas in Damascus
Christmas lights illuminate Damascus’s Old City while government forces patrol its shadows as security fears haunt Syria’s Christian community.
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December 25, 2025
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Egypt's grand museum begins live restoration of ancient boat
The 4,600-year-old boat was built during the reign of King Khufu, the pharaoh who also commissioned the Great Pyramid of Giza
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December 25, 2025
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E-invoicing coming to the UAE: What you should know
E-invoicing is coming to town.
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December 25, 2025
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From predator to plate: Japan bear crisis sparks culinary craze
Since Japan recorded a spike in deadly bear attacks, Koji Suzuki has struggled to keep up with booming demand for grilled cuts of the animal at his restaurant.
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December 25, 2025
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Slot: Set-piece weakness are costing Liverpool dear
Liverpool manager Arne Slot believes his side are damaging their own hopes of a top-four finish in the Premier League because of a poor record at set-pieces.
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December 25, 2025
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Majority of Russians hope Ukraine war to end in 2026: State pollster
A majority of Russians expect the war in Ukraine to end in 2026, state pollster VTSIOM said on Wednesday, in a sign that the Kremlin could be testing public reaction to a possible peace settlement as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict intensify.
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December 25, 2025
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Trump — A year of ruling by executive order
The Republican president signed more executive orders in less than a year than in first four-year term
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December 25, 2025
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Gold crosses $4,500 level as silver hits new record again
Meanwhile, platinum peaked at $2,377.50 before paring gains to stand 1.6 per cent higher at $2,312.70.
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December 25, 2025
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Anupam Kher wishes 'best actor' Anil Kapoor on b'day
Veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher has extended his warm wishes to fellow actor and one of his closest friends, Anil Kapoor, on December 24.
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December 25, 2025
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Bring the curtains down on 2025 with memorable moments at Global Village
Closing the year on a festive note, Global Village invites residents and visitors to enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the world with family and friends
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December 25, 2025
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Cruise ships in demand as residents choose to celebrate Xmas at sea
For many UAE residents, Christmas usually comes with a familiar routine, scanning flight prices, battling holiday crowds at airports, and squeezing as much rest as possible into a short break.
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December 25, 2025
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RAK's civil service helps non-Muslims get married with privacy, convenience
Ras Al Khaimah Courts have expanded access to civil marriage services, providing couples with a streamlined, modern alternative to traditional court procedures.
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December 25, 2025
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Libya's army chief killed in plane crash; black box recovered
Turkish authorities found the cockpit voice recorder and black box from a private jet that crashed Wednesday killing the head of Libya's armed forces and his four aides.
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December 25, 2025
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Ukraine reveals plan to end Russia war
Tens of thousands have been killed, eastern Ukraine decimated and millions forced to flee their homes.
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