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New Zealand in charge of 2nd West Indies Test despite Tickner injury
New Zealand fought back to claim first-day honours in the second Test against the West Indies in Wellington, but the home side suffered a blow when seam bowler Blair Tickner was taken to hospital with a nasty shoulder injury. New Zealand were 24-0 at the close of play after bowling the West Indies out for 205 in 75 overs.
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December 11, 2025
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Agricultural licences in Abu Dhabi rise 29% in 9 months
The Abu Dhabi Registration Authority (ADRA), the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development's (ADDED) arm overseeing the business sector, reported strong growth in agricultural, fisheries and livestock licences in the first nine months of 2025, driven by the emirate's food security strategy and rising investor interest.
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December 11, 2025
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ECB may lift growth outlook again, says Lagarde
The eurozone economy is proving resilient to trade tensions and the bloc is growing close to its potential, which could prompt the European Central Bank to lift growth projections next week, ECB President Christine Lagarde said on Wednesday.
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December 11, 2025
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UAE among top global hubs for digital assets, modern finance
Marco Santori, Chief Executive Officer of Solmate Infrastructure, the Solana-based crypto infrastructure company based in Abu Dhabi, affirmed that the United Arab Emirates has become one of the world's leading centres for modern finance and cross-chain finance, supported by its strategic location, proximity to capital and business-friendly environment.
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December 11, 2025
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Battle of the Sexes will not damage women's sport: Sabalenka
World number one Aryna Sabalenka says she is not concerned that losing to Nick Kyrgios in this month's 'Battle of the Sexes' exhibition could damage the reputation of women's tennis.
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December 11, 2025
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$200b investment required for growth of region's gas sector
Over 150 oil and gas executives convened in Dubai for the Middle East Gas Conference, sponsored by Crescent Petroleum, to shape the future of the region's gas industry
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December 11, 2025
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The 2025 Zezima family Christmas letter
Since | am in the holiday spirit (and, having just consumed a mug of hot toddy, a glass of eggnog and a nip of cheer, the holiday spirits are in me), | have decided to follow in that great tradition of boring everyone silly by writing a Christmas letter.
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December 11, 2025
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Sheikh Sultan chairs SPAA's Board of Trustees meeting
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, chaired a Board of Trustees meeting for the Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA), on Wednesday, at its headquarters in University City, Sharjah.
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December 11, 2025
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DCT Abu Dhabi launches 'Cultural Trail in Al Ain'
The Department of Culture and Tourism-Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has launched the “Cultural Trail in Al Ain,” an immersive discovery trail through the historic Al Jimi and Al Qattara Oases in Al Ain.
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December 11, 2025
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Fight for freedom against state terrorism: Machado
Venezuela's opposition leader Maria Corina Machado on Wednesday urged her compatriots to fight for freedom against “state terrorism,” as she said she was coming out of hiding to travel to Norway after being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in her absence.
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December 11, 2025
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ADGM FSRA enhances digital asset regulatory framework
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM presented a series of significant enhancements to its digital asset regulatory framework at the ninth edition of Fintech Abu Dhabi during Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW).
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December 11, 2025
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Nepal charges 55 officials, Chinese firm in airport graft case
An anti-graft panel in Nepal has charged 55 officials, including five former ministers and a Chinese contracting company, with corruption in the construction of a Chinese-funded airport in west Nepal, officials said.
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December 11, 2025
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CUD signs MoU with University of Ottawa
The Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has signed a new partnership deal with University of Ottawa (uOttawa).
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December 11, 2025
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New mortgage release package for housing beneficiaries launched
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, in cooperation with Emirates Development Bank and the Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation in the Government of Ajman, has launched the Release of Property Mortgage After Settlement package for housing programme beneficiaries.
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December 11, 2025
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UAE tightens law on donation and transplantation of organs
The UAE Government has issued a Federal Decree-Law amending certain provisions of the Federal Decree-Law concerning the donation and transplantation of organs and tissues.
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December 11, 2025
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Cummins back in Oz squad for third Ashes Test
Australia captain Pat Cummins is in line to return for the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide after being named in a 15-man squad on Wednesday.
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December 11, 2025
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US judge orders restoration of Turkish student's status
A federal judge has allowed a Tufts University student from Turkey to resume research and teaching while she deals with the consequences of having her visa revoked by the Trump administration, leading to six weeks of detention.
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December 11, 2025
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The true cost of Warner Bros. selling its soul to Netflix
With the tech takeover of Hollywood coming fast, legacy film studios now face an existential crisis.
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December 11, 2025
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Young women take spotlight as AYPG 2025 crowns first champions
The first day of medal events at the Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games (AYPG) opened with a powerful statement: the future of women’s Para sport is here, and it is extraordinary.
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December 11, 2025
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Sharjah's real estate transactions reach record Dhs9.5b in November
Sharjah's real estate sector is experiencing a remarkable leap.
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December 11, 2025
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DET showcases collaboration, growth at second City Briefing
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) hosted its second and final City Briefing of 2025, bringing together more than 1,200 stakeholders from across the hospitality, aviation, retail, and F&B sectors, as well as government entities and members of the media, to reflect on the collective progress being made across the destination, and the roadmap for further growth and enhancements.
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December 11, 2025
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Thai-Cambodia border clashes send half a million into 'shelters'
Half a million evacuees in Cambodia and Thailand were sheltering in pagodas, schools and other safe havens on Wednesday after fleeing fresh fighting in a longstanding border dispute in which US President Donald Trump has vowed to again intercede.
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December 11, 2025
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UAE, Algeria book FIFA Arab Cup quarters berth
UAE booked their spot in the quarterfinals of the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 after a 3-1 win against Kuwait at Stadium 974 on Tuesday.
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December 11, 2025
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Jumeirah Eco Village opens at Madinat Jumeirah
Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and member of Dubai Holding, announced the launch of Jumeirah Eco Village - a thoughtfully curated sustainability destination at Madinat Jumeirah designed to inspire sustainable living through engaging, educational experiences.
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December 11, 2025
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All crew killed in Port Sudan military plane crash: Officials
A Sudanese military aircraft crashed while attempting to land in the east of the country and killed all the crew members on board in the latest plane crash in the war-torn African nation, military officials said.
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December 11, 2025
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Ajman DoF boosts smart financial planning
The Department of Finance in Ajman has organised a specialised awareness workshop on 'Estidama' smart financial planning system, with the participation of 22 employees from various government entities.
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December 11, 2025
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Company told to pay another firm Dhs1.54 million
A company refused to pay Dhs1,544,000 (Dhs1.54 million) for packaging materials it purchased from a specialised supplier, prompting the supplier to take the dispute to the Dubai Court of First Instance, which obligated the company to pay the full amount plus 5% interest for late payment, in addition to fees, expenses and lawyer's fees.
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December 11, 2025
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China's consumer price index rises 0.7 per cent in November
China’s consumer price index (CPI), a main gauge of inflation, grew 0.7 per cent year-on-year in November, the highest since March 2024, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Wednesday.
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December 11, 2025
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Adnoc L&S takes delivery of fourth LNG carrier
Adnoc Logistics & Services plc (Adnoc L&S) has taken delivery of 'Al Sadaf,' the fourth of six new-build liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers from the Jiangnan Shipyard in China.
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December 11, 2025
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First UAE-Russia Business Forum opens
DUBAI: The First UAE-Russia Business Forum, a key event on the business agenda of both countries, opened on Wednesday in Dubai.
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