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War-torn Sudan’s prodigal premier league returns to cheers
In the Sudanese town of Berber, hundreds of kilometres away from the frontlines of war, a modest stadium seems to shake with the roar of football fans jumping to their feet.
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July 24, 2025
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Syria govt asks Turkey for support after sectarian clashes
Syria’s interim government has requested Turkey's support to strengthen its defense capabilities, Turkish officials said Wednesday, following sectarian violence over the past two weeks that increased tensions in Syria and drew Israeli intervention.
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July 24, 2025
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First Nations and Pasifika XV deserve more fixtures: Beale
Wallabies great Kurtley Beale says the First Nations and Pasifika XV deserve regular fixtures against touring sides after the inaugural team's stirring performance against the British and Irish Lions.
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July 24, 2025
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Arada awards contract for Armani Beach Residences
Arada has awarded the main construction contract for the ultra-luxury Armani Beach Residences at Palm Jumeirah to a subsidiary of global construction giant China Railway Group Ltd (CREC).
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July 24, 2025
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UniCredit raises profit outlook after dropping Banco BPM bid
UniCredit on Wednesday reported a higher than expected quarterly profit and raised its 2025 outlook, a day after ditching a takeover bid for rival Banco BPM which had led Italy's second biggest bank to clash with the government.
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July 24, 2025
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EAD launches adaptation plan for environment sector
The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) on Wednesday launched the Abu Dhabi Climate Change Adaptation Plan for the Environment Sector (2025-2050), a comprehensive and science-based roadmap designed to protect the emirate’s natural resources and systems from the increasing and inevitable impacts of climate change.
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July 24, 2025
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Sudan army clashes with allied militia over food stores
Clashes over food broke out between the Sudanese army and one of its ally militias in the besieged, hunger-stricken city of Kadugli in the southern Kordofan region, eyewitnesses and an army source said on Wednesday
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July 24, 2025
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Boss Wiegman echoes Southgate as England rally to reach final
An unprecedented third successive major final appearance engineered by a series of extraordinary comebacks and a manager similarly lauded and hammered at the same time - there is a familiar feel about England at the Women's Euros.
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July 24, 2025
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More than 100 aid groups warn of starvation in Gaza
More than 100 charity and human rights groups said Wednesday that Israel's blockade and ongoing military offensive are pushing Palestinians in the Gaza Strip toward starvation, as Israeli strikes killed another 21 people overnight, according to local health officials.
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July 24, 2025
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Student tortured to death by three teachers in Swat madrassa
A 14-year-old student was allegedly tortured to death by three teachers at an unregistered madrassa in Swat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province.
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July 24, 2025
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UAE leaders congratulate Sisi on anniversary
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Abdel-Fattah Al Sisi of the Arab Republic of Egypt on July 23rd Revolution anniversary.
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July 24, 2025
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Culture of kindness fires up optimistic children
Life is not a walk in the park. Yet, how each one approaches anything and everything is the key. It starts at each one's home where parents use the key.
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July 24, 2025
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Venus wins in return, Osaka to face Raducanu at DC Open
Venus Williams made a triumphant return to singlestennis on Tuesday after a 16-month hiatus, defeating fellow American Peyton Stearns 6-3, 6-4 to reach the second round of the WTA and ATP DC Open.
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July 24, 2025
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Brothers marry same woman in ancient custom
A pair of brothers in rural India have married the same woman, upholding an ancient custom and sparking criticism from a women’s rights group after photos of the wedding went viral.
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July 24, 2025
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Formula One's Spa weekend kicks off a new era for Red Bull
Formula One's Spa weekend marks a new start for Red Bull and reigning world champion Max Verstappen as the team go racing for the first time without Christian Horner at the helm.
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July 24, 2025
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ADCDA celebrates graduation of 23 members
The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority (ADCDA) has celebrated the graduation of 23 of its personnel from the 32nd International Rescue and Command Course (RCC), organised by the Civil Defence Academy in the Republic of Singapore, one of the world's most prestigious institutions in firefighting and civil protection training.
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July 24, 2025
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Etihad targets 21.5m passengers, 18 new aircraft
Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer at Etihad Airways, unveiled the airline's ambitious plans for 2025, aiming to carry approximately 21.5 million passengers by the end of the year, more than double the number recorded in 2022.
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July 24, 2025
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Imran's sons meet Trump's key adviser, urge father's release
Jailed former prime minister and Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's two sons have met with President Donald Trump's key aide Richard Grenell in the US as they kicked off a campaign calling for their father's release from prison.
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July 24, 2025
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Continue treatment of citizen, Sultan orders Abu Dhabi hospital
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, directed the Sharjah Health Authority to continue the treatment of the father of “Umm Mohammed,” a follower of the “Direct Line” programme broadcast by the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, at Burjeel Hospital in Abu Dhabi, with Sheikh Sultan's office covering the treatment costs, regardless of insurance coverage.
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July 24, 2025
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ADMAF, French group to advance cultural exchange
The Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) and Manufactures nationales - Sèvres & Mobilier national - operating under France's Ministry of Culture - have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster deeper artistic and cultural dialogue through joint collaboration, innovation and educational initiatives.
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July 24, 2025
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Governor Gavin Newsom is smart to roll the dice
No outsider politicians venture into sultry South Carolinain July unless they arerunning for president. Certainly not a West Coast politician. Especially a California governor who lives in delightful Marin County near wonderful cool beaches.
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July 24, 2025
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UAE banking sector assets exceed Dhs4.749 trillion by end of April
Total banking sector assets in the UAE, including bankers' acceptances, rose by 0.6 per cent month-on-month to exceed Dhs4.749 trillion at the end of April 2025, up from approximately Dhs4.719 trillion at the end of March.
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July 24, 2025
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Saied shows images of Gaza children to Boulos
Tunisian President Kais Saied presented US counterpart Donald Trump's senior Africa adviser with photographs of starving children in Gaza, official video of their meeting posted late on Tuesday showed.
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July 24, 2025
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New academic calendar has a balanced approach
With the approval of the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council (EHCD), the Ministry of Education (MoE) has announced a new school calendar for public and private schools across the UAE, effective for academic year 2025-2026.
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July 24, 2025
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Second phase of Al Zahra Street project implemented
The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) is implementing the second phase of the road and infrastructure development project on Al Zahra Street between Butina and Al Nasseriya over 30 days between July 24 and August 24, 2025.
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July 23, 2025
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Paret-Peintre lands first French Tour stage win, Pogacar retains overall lead
Valentin Paret-Peintre became the first French winner on this year’s Tour de France as he edged an enthralling stage 16 on Tuesday, pipping Ireland's Ben Healy atop the mythical 1910m altitude Mont Ventoux summit finish.
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July 23, 2025
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Leeds sign Stach from Hoffenheim on four-year deal
Leeds United have confirmed a sixth summer arrival for Daniel Farke's side, announcing German international Anton Stach. The 26-year-old has signed a four-year contract at Elland Road and has joined the team for a reported fee of 17 million pounds from Bundesliga side Hoffenheim.
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July 23, 2025
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Priyanka Chopra looks sizzling during her birthday trip to the Bahamas
Actress Priyanka Chopra celebrated her 43rd birthday with a family holiday in the Bahamas.
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July 23, 2025
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Nahyan graces Egyptian Embassy event in capital
Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State, attended on Monday evening the reception hosted by Sharif Mahmoud Said Eissa, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the UAE, on the occasion of the 73rd anniversary of the 23rd July Revolution.
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July 23, 2025
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AstraZeneca plans to invest $50b in US by 2030
New investment is expected to create tens of thousands of new jobs.
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