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Hong Kong GDP expands 3.8%, 2025 growth forecast revised up
Hong Kong's economy expanded by 3.8 per cent in the third quarter from the same period a year earlier, the government said, supported by a surge in exports and sustained growth in domestic demand.
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November 16, 2025
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UAE reaffirms leadership in multilateral climate action
At the opening of the Thirtieth Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), held in Belém, Brazil, the United Arab Emirates reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to multilateral climate cooperation, emphasising the importance of collective progress and strengthened international partnerships to accelerate global implementation and keep the 1.5°C goal within reach.
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November 16, 2025
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Young runners swap parties for Strava-fuelled run clubs
Go to any preppy part of London and you'll see them: Hoka trainers pounding the pavement, Lululemon shorts blowing in the breeze, Salomon running vests bobbing in unison as hoards of under 30s log their latest run on booming fitness app Strava, alongside a sweat-sheened selfie.
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November 16, 2025
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Library hosts workshop
In collaboration with Aufuq Al Ebdaa Training and Development Centre (AETC), the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library organised the Achievement Mindset workshop.
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November 16, 2025
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UN Security Council calls for end to Houthi attacks
The UN Security Council called for an end to cross-border and maritime attacks by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels and urged member states to beef up efforts to implement an arms embargo against them.
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November 16, 2025
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At some doctors' offices, AI is listening in exam room
In the past, the Jefferson Health primary care doctor would have spent the visit furiously typing notes while listening to his patient, unable to make consistent eye contact and fully engage in conversation.
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November 16, 2025
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Dewa showcases future-ready initiatives
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) is participating in the 10th edition of the Knowledge Summit, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai.
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November 16, 2025
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Thailand and Cambodia 'going to be fine:' Trump
US President Donald Trump said on Friday he thought Thailand and Cambodia were “going to be fine” after he sought to mediate a flareup in their border dispute, but the Thai leader continued to demand an apology from Phnom Penh.
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November 16, 2025
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Ministry of Finance wins two awards
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has won two honours at the Asia Pacific Procurement Awards 2025, organised by Procurement Leaders, including the \"Asia Pacific Digital Impact\" and \"Asia Pacific Procurement Team\" awards.
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November 16, 2025
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Kochi to host India's biggest art event from Dec.12
The port city of Kochi, Kerala, is all set to host the sixth edition of India’s biggest biennial contemporary art festival, which attracts close to half a million footfalls.
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November 16, 2025
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Uganda CB holds key rate, raises growth forecast
Uganda's central bank held its key lending rate for a fifth consecutive monetary policy meeting, saying it had confidence that the economic outlook was improving as it raised its growth forecast for this year.
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November 16, 2025
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Sharjah Charity saves family from suffering
Sharjah Charity International Society saved a family from their suffering after the head of the family and breadwinner passed away.
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November 16, 2025
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Messi shines as Argentina beat Angola 2-0 in friendly match
Football icon Lionel Messi created the first goal and scored the second as world champions Argentina beat Angola 2-0 in an international friendly in Luanda on Friday.
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November 16, 2025
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AD Police warn against fake calls, messages
As part of the “Be Cautious” campaign, the Abu Dhabi Police warned the public about fake calls, messages and links that may seem tempting, but which are actually fraudulent traps. Scammers exploit occasions and events to deceive people and obtain their bank details by misleading means.
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November 16, 2025
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Al Nuaimi, new Indian ambassador hold talks
Dr Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Defence, Interior, and Foreign Affairs Committee of the Federal National Council, received on Friday Dr. Deepak Mittal, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of India to the UAE.
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November 15, 2025
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Hojgaard grabs lead, McIlroy closes in on Race to Dubai title
Nicolai Hojgaard continued his love affair at Jumeirah Gold Estates as he opened up a three-shot lead at the halfway stage of the 2025 DP World Tour Championship.
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November 15, 2025
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Early Childhood Week to begin on Monday
Under the patronage of Sheikh Theyab Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA), Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week 2025 begins on Monday, bringing together families, partners, and communities across the emirate to celebrate and support young children, under the theme “Together We Can Make Abu Dhabi a Family-friendly Emirate.”
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November 15, 2025
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Tabreed reports Dhs1.87 billion in revenue for first nine months
ABU DHABI: National Central Cooling Company PJSC (Tabreed) today announced the results for the nine-month period ended 30th September 2025, posting group revenue of Dhs1.87 billion, up I per cent year-on-year.
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November 15, 2025
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Sinner extends unbeaten run with ATP Finals win over Shelton
Reigning champion Jannik Sinner extended his indoor hardcourt winning streak to 29 matches with a 6-3 7-6(3) victory over American Ben Shelton in their dead rubber round-robin match at the ATP Finals in Turin on Friday.
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November 15, 2025
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Babar scores century as Pakistan thrash Sri Lanka to clinch ODI series
Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by eight wickets in the second one-day international in Rawalpindi to seal the three-game series 2-0 on Friday amid the backdrop of security concerns and tension in the tourists' camp following a suicide bombing earlier this week.
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November 15, 2025
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Future Economy Forum spotlights AI innovations to empower SMEs
Sharjah Economic Development Department organised the Future Economy Forum at Sharjah Classic Cars Museum in cooperation with the UAE's National Artificial intelligence Programme, Sharjah City Municipality, Sharjah Foundation for Supporting Entrepreneurship (Ruwad), and several private-sector entities, under the title “Maintaining and repairing vehicles using Al”.
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November 15, 2025
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SPL marks 100 years of service at SIBF 2025
SHARJAH: Sharjah’s century-long camaraderie with books and culture is being celebrated at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025), where Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL) is marking its IOOth anniversary with a series of events, author sessions, and a special membership offer.
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November 15, 2025
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Sharjah, Al Ain set for unpredictable clash as ADIB Cup quarter-finals loom
Sharjah and Al Ain are set for a highly anticipated clash in the ADIB Cup's quarterfinals on Saturday at Sharjah Stadium, bringing together two teams with rich histories in the competition and a shared ambition to advance deep into this year's edition.
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November 15, 2025
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Hub71, Lisboa partner to boost UAE-Europe startup expansion
Hub71, Abu Dhabi's global tech ecosystem, and Unicorn Factory Lisboa, an initiative of the Lisbon City Council, have signed a strategic partnership to advance cross-border innovation and entrepreneurship between the UAE and Portugal.
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November 15, 2025
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Will Smith shares his story with audience at SIBF
SHARJAH: One of the most-loved literary festivals of the region, Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), has seen beautiful minds from across the world walking on the red carpet of SIBF in the last few days. But on Friday evening, the environment of SIBF was quite different. A sea of people had started arriving outside the Main Stage of SIBF from 5pm, to get a glimpse of Hollywood superstar Will Smith.
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November 15, 2025
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House of Delhi blast accused demolished
A day after his Identity was confirmed by matching DNA with his mother, security forces on Friday demolished the house of Dr Umar Nabi, the prime accused in the Delhi blast in which 12 people were killed and many others injured.
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November 15, 2025
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Art be a Part Gala 2025 raises millions to empower Children of Determination
Dubai's cultural scene came alive on November 7 with one of its most inspiring philanthropic evenings as The Art be a Part Gala 2025 (TAG25) returned, exploring the theme 'Beyond the Frame: Art and the Future of Inclusion'.
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November 15, 2025
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Archer versus Smith battle could be pivotal in Ashes: Finn
The looming battle between Australia's run machine Steve Smith and England fast bowler Jofra Archer could prove pivotal in the outcome of the Ashes series Down Under, according to the tourists’ former international Steven Finn.
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November 15, 2025
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CBI reports pre-tax net profit of Dhs109m
Commercial Bank International (CBI), released its financial results for the third quarter of 2025. The Bank reported the first nine months and Q3'25 pretax profit of Dhs109 million and Dhs16 million respectively.
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November 15, 2025
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5 more vehicle licensing service centres by 2030: RTA
The Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed that there are currently 30 vehicle licensing service centres across the emirate. As part of a future plan, this number is set to increase to 35 by 2030.
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