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Inflation returns to cash-strapped Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's deflationary streak ended in August, with prices climbing 1.2 percent, official data showed on Friday, as the cash-strapped economy emerges from a meltdown three years ago.
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August 30, 2025
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UN peacekeepers discover Hizbollah bunker in Lebanon
In a wooded valley close to the Israeli border, United Nations peacekeepers showed AFP journalists a Hizbollah bunker they had uncovered in southern Lebanon, a former bastion of the group.
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August 30, 2025
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Russia cuts economic growth forecast to 1.5%
Russia sees economic growth in 2025 slowing to 1.5 per cent, far below the earlier 2.5 percent forecast, as high interest rates imposed to reduce inflation have stifled borrowing, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov told President Vladimir Putin.
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August 30, 2025
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RTA rolls out quick traffic measures on Al Thanya Street
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has commenced a package of rapid traffic solutions on Al Thanya Street, a key corridor linking Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Wasl Road.
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August 30, 2025
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Children lost at prayer must invite serious action
This week, in parochial and Christian schools across Chicago and the suburbs, schoolchildren filed into pews with their classmates to observe church services ahead of the school day.
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August 30, 2025
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AAP failed to provide relief in Punjab: BJP
Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar on Friday visited the flood-affected Ajnala Assembly constituency and met with people to listen to their problems.
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August 30, 2025
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Taqa Distribution, Aldar to develop sustainable, integrated communities
Taqa Distribution, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (Taqa) and Aldar have entered a strategic partnership to support the development of sustainable, integrated communities in Abu Dhabi.
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August 30, 2025
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Arabic training course for UN peacekeepers in Nepal
ABU DHABI: As part of its international engagement and commitment to strengthening cooperation and strategic partnerships with international organisations, the UAE Ministry of Interior organised a specialised Arabic language training course for UN peacekeeping forces in the Democratic Republic of Nepal. The course was delivered from June to August 2025.
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August 30, 2025
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Indonesian envoy hails UAE's 'extraordinary transformation'
The UAE is the country which local to national public and private leaders and authorities, must look up to, for guidance in good governance.
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August 30, 2025
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Offer to delay Iran sanctions still ‘on the table’
Britain, France and Germany's offer to extend the Iran nuclear deal and avoid the reimposition of sanctions in 30 days “remains on the table,” British Ambassador Barbara Woodward said at the United Nations on Friday.
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August 30, 2025
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Modi agrees with Ishiba to boost economic ties
The leaders of India and Japan agreed Friday to bolster economic ties while also boosting cooperation in areas including clean energy and defense, as the two Asian powers face common challenges such as China's growing influence and U.S. tariffs.
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August 30, 2025
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At least 20 killed as rivers swell beyond their banks
The floods in eastern Punjab province began on Monday when an abnormal amount of rain triggered sudden water releases from Indian dams on the Sutlej, Chenab and Ravi rivers
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August 30, 2025
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Doctors warn pet owners on summer heat risks
Veterinary experts have warns residents with pet in their homes to take precautionary measures especially in the present extreme hot summer days that present numerous heat-related risks which threaten the health of pets. The main summer issue that affects animals the most is heat stroke.
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August 30, 2025
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UAE hands over fugitive to Netherlands
The UAE Ministry of Interior has handed over a wanted individual to the authorities of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, after he was arrested by the Dubai Police based on a Red Notice issued by Interpol.
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August 30, 2025
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Boss stands by Vinicius benching as Real chase perfect La Liga start
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso doubled down on his decision to leave Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr out of his starting lineup, insisting every player must fight for their place despite the FIFA world player of the year's heroics off the bench.
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August 30, 2025
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Guillermo del Toro puts prized 'Bleak House' memorabilia up for auction
Many fled when wildfires devastated Los Angeles earlier this year, but Guillermo del Toro rushed back in, determined to save his lifelong collection of horror memorabilia. It's the same loyalty that finds him making another tough decision to protect the items he loves like family: letting some of them go. Del Toro partnered with Heritage Auctions for a three-part auction to sell a fraction of a collection that is bursting at the seams. Online bidding for the first part on Sept. 26 started on Thursday and includes over a hundred items, with more headed to the auction block next year.
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August 30, 2025
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Kerala schools shut for 10 days as Onam festival begins
Kerala is gearing up for the grand annual harvest festival of Onam, with schools closed for ten days and families settled outside starting to return home.
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August 30, 2025
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Inflation rises in Germany, cools in France and Italy
Inflation in Germany rose in August for the first time this year but slowed in France and Italy, official data showed on Friday, as the European Central Bank weighs its next monetary policy moves.
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August 30, 2025
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Oman skipper Jatinder ready for Asia Cup challenge
When Oman steps out for their maiden Asia Cup game against Pakistan in Dubai on September 12, experienced batter Jatinder Singh will carry not just the responsibility of leading the team, but also implement the lessons taken from interacting with young Indian left-handed batters Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma.
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August 30, 2025
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India's economy grows 7.8 per cent in second quarter, beats forecasts
India's economy unexpectedly gathered strength in the April-June quarter, defying expectations of slower growth as steep US tariff hikes threaten to weigh on business activity in coming quarters.
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August 30, 2025
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UAE, Vietnam discuss trade ties
Dr Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, met the Vietnam Business Council in the UAE to discuss how the business communities in both nations can take full advantage of the opportunities that will be created once the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), signed in October 2024, enters into force.
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August 30, 2025
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Ajman Ruler issues decrees on appointments
H.H. Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has issued an Emiri Decree appointing Sheikh Rashid Bin Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi as Chairman of the Department of Digital Ajman and as a member of the Ajman Executive Council.
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August 30, 2025
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Venice Film Festival heats up with George Clooney and Emma Stone premieres
Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos's new film \"Bugonia,\" which premiered at the Venice Film Festival, presents a \"funny\" vision of the contemporary world, its star Emma Stone said on Thursday.
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August 30, 2025
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Alcaraz romps into US Open fourth round, Raducanu loses to Rybakina
Second seed Carlos Alcaraz overcame amid-match worry over his knee to swat aside Italy's Luciano Darderi 6-2 6-4 6-0 in the US Open third round on Friday, claiming his 80th Grand Slam win.
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August 30, 2025
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South Korea's former first lady indicted for bribery
Kim Keon Hee, the wife of South Korea's ousted former president Yoon Suk Yeol, has been indicted for bribery and other charges, a special prosecution team said on Friday, amid a widening probe into the country’s martial law crisis and scandals involving the once powerful couple.
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August 30, 2025
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Programme that teaches forest management sees growth
The Connecticut Forest and Park Association's Master Woodland Manager programme is returning for its fifth year this fall with a record-breaking 75 students despite having half the budget it started with last year. To kick off the fifth year anniversary of the programme, CFPA will host a cohort launch at Sessions Woods Conservation Education Center on Sept. 6.
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August 30, 2025
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Sindhu goes down fighting against Wardani at World C'ships
PV Sindhu's hopes of bagging a historic sixth BWF World Championships medal came to an end with a quarterfinal defeat against Indonesian 9th seed Putri Kusuma Wardani on Friday.
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August 30, 2025
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Trump withdraws Harris' Secret Service protection
US President Donald Trump has cancelled former vice president Kamala Harris's Secret Service protection, officials said on Friday, in the Republican's most high-profile move of its kind against his political rivals.
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August 30, 2025
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Dragon Oil signs deal with Iraqi group
Dragon Oil-a wholly owned subsidiary of Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), which is fully owned by the Government of Dubai-signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Sohol Al-Salam Oil Services Co. (SAS Oil), a member of Iraq's Al-Amal Group, to enhance cooperation in the Iraqi oil and gas sector.
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August 30, 2025
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Leaders offer condolences to Emir of Kuwait
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait, expressing his sincere condolences and sympathy on the passing of Sheikh Ali Abdullah Al-Khalifa Al-Sabah.
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