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US ceasefire unreasonable after violations, says Iran
Iran's parliament speaker said Wednesday that a ceasefire and talks with the United States were \"unreasonable\" because of violations of Tehran's IO-point truce plan, including continued attacks in Lebanon, a drone entering Iranian airspace and a denial of the country's right to enrichment.
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April 09, 2026
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New partnership to boost UAE financial expertise, open data
The Ministry of Finance and the University of Sharjah have partnered to enhance financial policy-making through open data and advanced analytics
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April 09, 2026
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Italy discovers 'silver housing' for the elderly
As Italians live longer and traditional family care weakens, growing numbers of sprightly seniors are tempted by new residential developments — known as “silver housing” — that promise independence with community life and services.
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April 09, 2026
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Cash-for-vote row erupts in Palakkad ahead of polls
Allegations of cash-for-vote distribution have cast a shadow over the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) campaign in Palakkad on the eve of polling, with the Congress releasing purported video evidence that it claims shows party workers offering money to voters.
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April 09, 2026
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UAE likely to receive rain from today until Monday, says NCM
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has predicted pleasant weather conditions across the UAE, with intermittent rain expected to begin at dawn on Thursday and continue through Monday.
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April 09, 2026
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Meet the Pennsylvania man who hunts meteorites for a living
Brett Joseph Cohen was manning the only meteorite stall at the Philadelphia Mineralogical Society's annual trade show on Sunday morning.
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April 09, 2026
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Forest's Jesus eyes Europa League dream, Villa brace for Bologna test
Nottingham Forest may be fighting for Premier League survival this term but Thursday's trip to Porto for their Europa League quarterfinal first leg offers top goalscorer Igor Jesus and his teammates the chance to put relegation woes to one side as they chase a first continental title in 46 years.
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April 09, 2026
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Southampton storm into Championship play-off places
Southampton demolished Wrexham 5-1 to take control of the battle for a Championship playoff place on Tuesday.
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April 09, 2026
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CBUAE, CBB sign Dhs20 billion currency swap agreement
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) announced the establishment of a Currency Swap Agreement between the UAE Dirham (AED) and the Bahraini Dinar (BHD) during a virtual signing ceremony.
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April 09, 2026
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Islamabad, Kabul agree to avoid escalation: Beijing
Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to avoid any escalation in their armed conflict, during talks hosted by China in recent days, Beijing said on Wednesday.
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April 09, 2026
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Bayern seize advantage against Real, Havertz lifts Arsenal over Sporting
Bayern Munich took control of their Champions League quarterfinal on Tuesday with a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu, earning a slender first-leg advantage after a high-tempo contest in the Spanish capital.
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April 09, 2026
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SWSC athletes shine in UAE Archery League
Athletes from Sharjah Women’s Sports Club athletes achieved outstanding results in the fourth stage of the UAE Archery League, held recently at the Police Officers Club ranges.
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April 09, 2026
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Taiwan opposition leader makes rare visit to China
Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun arrived in China on Tuesday at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, in what she's calling a “journey for peace” as Beijing pushes for the self-ruled island to come under its control, reported Associated Press.
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April 09, 2026
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The Royal Stables set to host UAE National Dressage Championships
The Royal Stables will host the UAE National Dressage Championships for the first time on April 11-12, 2026, held in conjunction with the UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation.
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April 09, 2026
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Ananya Panday kicks off campaign to help children battle exam pressure
Actress Ananya Panday’s So Positive, a children and family first initiative designed to acknowledge exam stress, has joined forces with Nick India to come up with new and exciting ways to tackle exam pressure.
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April 09, 2026
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Notable Speech, Aomori City look to make their mark in Keeneland
Notable Speech captured the Gl Sussex Stakes at Goodwood as a three-year-old and was narrowly beaten into third in the same season's Breeders' Cup Mile - his only defeat in three North American appearances
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April 09, 2026
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Sharjah Public Libraries allow round-the-clock access to books
At Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL), borrowing a book is no longer limited by opening hours, or even by the library doors.
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April 09, 2026
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Dubai Basketball rally to beat Zalgiris Kaunas in Euro League
Dubai Basketball delivered one of the most remarkable performances of their debut Euro League campaign, staging a stunning fourth-quarter comeback to defeat Zalgiris Kaunas 65:77 in Round 36 and keep their play-in ambitions firmly alive.
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April 09, 2026
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Gujarat win last-ball thriller as Miller's gamble backfires
Gujarat Titans edged Delhi Capitals by one run in a humdinger finish in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, which will be replayed in the minds of everyone inside the Arun Jaitley Stadium for a long time to come.
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April 09, 2026
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UAE closely monitoring US-Iran ceasefire: MoFA
The United Arab Emirates is closely following the announcement by US President Donald Trump regarding the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and is seeking further clarification on the agreement's provisions to ensure Iran's full commitment to an immediate cessation of all hostilities in the region and the complete and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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April 09, 2026
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Court orders man to pay bank Dhs181,890
Al Ain Civil, Commercial and Administrative Cases Court ordered a man to pay Dhs181,890 to a bank, from which he had obtained a personal loan of Dhs607,000.
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April 09, 2026
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NHRI monitors impact of Iran's attacks on UAE
A delegation from the National Human Rights Institution (NHRI), headed by Dr. Salem Al Neyadi, Chairman of the Institution, conducted field visits to a number of sites across the UAE to monitor the impact of the Iranian attacks, which directly violate a range of fundamental rights guaranteed under international human rights law.
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April 09, 2026
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Al Ain farm to produce 150,00okg of tomatoes annually
At a time when global supply chains remain vulnerable, the UAE continues to lead by example in strengthening its focus on local food production, in line with its long-term vision for food security and self-sufficiency.
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April 09, 2026
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Medvedev smashes racket seven times in loss to Berrettini
Former No. I Daniil Medvedev lost his temper, smashed his racket on the red clay court seven successive times, and then deposited the mangled frame in a trash bin midway through a 6-0, 6-0 loss to Matteo Berrettini at the Monte Carlo Masters on Wednesday.
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April 09, 2026
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Students ‘must avoid use of phones’ in online classes
A number of school administrations have issued a directive urging parents to ensure that their children avoid using mobile phones during online classes, citing concerns over the negative impact on learning quality and reduced student engagement.
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April 09, 2026
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Low-cost cooling enhances children's performance
New research from the Indian state of Kerala by researchers from the Centre for Development Economics, Delhi School of Economics, assesses the impact of applying high-reflective white paint on roofs of government-run preschools (anganwadis).
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April 08, 2026
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Baniyas top medal table standings at Round 2 of jiu-jitsu event in Fujairah
The second round of the third edition of the Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (Gi) concluded Sunday at Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah, with competitions in the Kids and Under-12 categories held on the final day.
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April 08, 2026
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Vietnam's To Lam consolidates power
Vietnam Communist Party boss To Lam was elected president by the National Assembly on Tuesday, capping his bid to centralise authority in a nation where senior cadres have traditionally governed collectively.
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April 08, 2026
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Dubai Chamber unites 70 jewellery leaders to bolster sector resilience
The meeting focused on reviewing latest developments, enhancing the jewellery sector's agility, and strengthening its resilience amid current market conditions
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April 08, 2026
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RAKEZ deepens global engagement, welcomes over 100 delegates in Q1
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) continues to deepen its global engagement as it welcomed over 100 delegates from across international markets in the first quarter of the year, reflecting growing interest in Ras Al Khaimah as a destination for business expansion and collaboration.
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