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Lebanon woos tourists to jumpstart its economy
Fireworks lit up the night sky over Beirut’s famous St. Georges Hotel as hit songs from the 1960s and 70s filled the air in a courtyard overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
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June 08, 2025
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Indonesia to conclude trade talks with EU by end of June
Indonesia said on Saturday that free trade negotiations with the European Union, which have been ongoing for nine years, are expected to be concluded by the end of June.
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June 08, 2025
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Giants overcome slumping Braves, White Sox beat hapless Royals
Tyler Fitzgerald scored on a wild pitch by Pierce Johnson with two outs in the 10th inning and the San Francisco Giants beat the Atlanta Braves 5-4 on Friday night for their third straight win.
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June 08, 2025
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Bank of England is 'not sanguine' about inflation hump: Greene
The Bank of England (BOE) still expects the ongoing rise in inflation to fade but it is “not sanguine” about it after price growth proved much more persistent than expected only a few years ago, BoE monetary policymaker Megan Greene said on Saturday.
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June 08, 2025
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Travellers welcomed with 'Eid in Dubai' stamp
The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai (GDRFA) welcomed travellers arriving through Dubai airports and Hatta land border crossing during Eid Al Adha holiday with a special passport stamp featuring the phrase “Eid in Dubai.”
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June 08, 2025
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Asian equities see largest monthly foreign inflow in 15 months
Asian equities attracted strong foreign inflows in May as concerns over an immediate economic hit from higher US tariffs eased, prompting a return by investors who had previously exited large and concentrated positions in the region.
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June 08, 2025
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Man told to pay Dhs353,000 in embezzlement case
An employee at a real estate brokerage firm embezzled Dhs353,000 from a client, prompting the Abu Dhabi Family, Civil, and Administrative Claims Court to order him to repay the amount to the company.
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June 08, 2025

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Actress Mindy Kaling tells why she has taken a break from acting
Hollywood star Mindy Kaling has talked about why she has taken a step back from acting. During a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter as part of the Paley Media Council Series. Kaling detailed how her superstitions played a role in that decision while explaining why she didn't make a cameo in her Netflix series Never Have I Ever, reports people.com.
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June 08, 2025
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CM, governor lead homage to veteran leader Pillai
Kerala on Saturday paid tribute to veteran Congress leader Thennala Balakrishna Pillai, who passed away on Friday at 95. Pillai left behind a legacy of dedication and service.
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June 08, 2025
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Artisan Partners to liquidate China portfolio by end of June
US-based investment firm Artisan Partners is liquidating a China-focused investment portfolio by the end of June, a company spokesperson said on Saturday.
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June 08, 2025
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Syria govt shuts down notorious desert camp
A notorious desert refugee camp in Syria has closed after the last remaining families returned to their areas of origin, Syrian authorities said on Saturday.
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June 08, 2025
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S.Korea's favourite Son hails sacked Postecoglou as 'Spurs legend'
Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min said Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked as manager on Friday, had 'changed the trajectory of this club' by delivering their first silverware in 17 years.
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June 08, 2025
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Probe South Korea election 'rigging,' demands DP
The South Korean Democratic Party (DP) on Saturday called for a thorough investigation into a conservative education organisation's alleged online opinion manipulation in the final days of the June 3 presidential election campaign.
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June 08, 2025

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Grobschartner up to 2nd overall at Tour of Slovenia
With a battling display on stage 4, UAE Team Emirates-XRG's Felix Grobschartner moved up to second overall at the Tour of Slovenia.
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June 08, 2025

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Saudi CDF celebrates KSA handicrafts through showcase in Selfridges, London
The Saudi Cultural Development Fund (CDF) is showcasing a curated collection by Saudi artisans at Selfridges London, one of the world's leading luxury retail destinations, June 3-22.
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June 08, 2025

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South Africa seek end to trophy drought in World Test Championship final against Australia
South Africa captain Temba Bavuma believes his team can put their shocking record in knockout games behind them when they face defending champions Australia in next week's World Test Championship final.
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June 08, 2025

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World food prices dip in May as cereal, sugar and veg oils drop
Global food commodity prices declined in May, driven by marked drops in cereal, sugar, and vegetable oil prices, the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) said.
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June 08, 2025

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German economy may contract by 0.3%
The German economy is expected to contract by 0.3 per cent this year, shrinking for a third consecutive year, the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK) said, forecasting the longest period of weakness in Germany's post-war history.
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June 08, 2025
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Germany has three years to 'overhaul military'
Germany's armed forces have three years to acquire the equipment to tackle a possible Russian attack on Nato territory, the head of military procurement said on Saturday.
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June 08, 2025

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How badly could Donald Trump hurt Elon Musk?
NEW YORK Barely one week after leaving the Trump administration with every semblance of amity, the world’s richest person, Elon Musk, is going scorched earth against the leader of the world’s richest nation. Insults and threats. Calls for impeachment. Sinister references to Jeffrey Epstein
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June 08, 2025

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Thailand boosts troops on Cambodia border
Thailand has reinforced its military presence along a disputed border with Cambodia, following an increase in troops on the other side, Thailand's defence minister said on Saturday. Tensions between the two Southeast Asian countries have been simmering since a Cambodian soldier was killed on May 28 in a brief conflict in an undemarcated border area.
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June 08, 2025
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Iran claims obtaining Israeli N-documents
Iranian state television reported on Saturday that Tehran had obtained a trove of “strategic and sensitive” Israeli intelligence, including files related to Israel’s nuclear facilities and defence plans.
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June 08, 2025
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Spain, Portugal gear up for battle royale at Nations League finale
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo acknowledged he was “another generation” to Spain starlet Lamine Yamal but said Sunday's Nations League final was more than just a battle between the duo.
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June 08, 2025
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How second passport became key to freedom for young Brits
Just like his parents, Paul Zaba was born in the UK and given British citizenship at birth. But this only reflected part of the picture.
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June 08, 2025
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Mbappe unfazed by PSG winning Champions League without him
Kylian Mbappe said he was happy to see his former team Paris St Germain win the Champions League for the first time this season despite having left the club a year ago in acrimonious circumstances to join Real Madrid.
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June 08, 2025

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Venezuela beat Bolivia to close in on WC intercontinental playoff spot
Venezuela beat Bolivia 2-0 on Friday to extend its advantage in seventh place in South American World Cup qualifying and a potential spot in an intercontinental playoff for next year’s tournament in North America.
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June 08, 2025
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Marquez beats brother Alex for seventh sprint win of season
Ducati’s world championship leader Marc Marquez recovered from a poor start to win Saturday’s sprint at the Aragon Grand Prix ahead of his brother Alex and Fermin Aldeguer of Gresini Racing for an all-Spanish podium on home soil.
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June 08, 2025

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How Robert Jenrick skewered Kemi Badenoch's reboot
Robert Jenrick’s attention-grabbing videos have angered other senior Tories as the party desperately tries to raise the profile of their beleaguered leader, Kemi Badenoch.
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June 08, 2025
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Chou to meet Antonsen in final at Indonesia Open as top seeds exit
Chou Tien-chen of Taiwan beat world number one Kunlavut Vitidsarn 21-16 23-21 in the Indonesia Open in Jakarta on Saturday to set up a final against Anders Antonsen, who defeated defending champion Shi Yuqi.
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June 08, 2025
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Rabdan Academy to enhance emergency response system
Rabdan Academy, in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Interior, has announced the launch of the first edition of the “Inclusivity in Safety” Conference, scheduled to take place on June 16, 2025, at the Academy's campus in Abu Dhabi, in a hybrid format (in-person and virtual).
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