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Air India lands in the soup after flying Airbus without permit
An Air India investigation into why one of its Airbus planes conducted eight commercial flights without an airworthiness permit found \"systemic failures\", with the airline admitting it needed to do better on compliance, a company document showed.
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December 12, 2025
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31 killed in Myanmar after junta airstrike hits hospital
At least 31 people were killed, including patients, after an airstrike by the country's ruling junta hit a major hospital in Myanmar's western Rakhine state, a rebel group, an aid worker and a witness said on Thursday.
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December 12, 2025
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Pakistan's ex-spy chief jailed 14 years for abuse of power
A military court sentenced the former head of Pakistan's powerful Inter-Services Intelligence spy agency to 14 years in prison for violating state secrets and abusing his authority, the army said Thursday.
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December 12, 2025
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US seized 'very large' tanker near Venezuela, says Trump
The United States has seized a large oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said Wednesday, which Caracas deemed a 'blatant theft' amid escalating tensions between the countries.
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December 12, 2025
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Off-plan sales rule as Dubai real estate surges into 2026
Dubai's property market propelled into the final months of 2025 with continued stability and robust performance, as off-plan transactions maintained a dominant share and the rental market strengthened reflecting a citywide confidence ahead of the New Year.
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December 12, 2025
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UAE announces public holiday on Jan 1, remote work on Jan 2
The UAE federal authority has announced the official New Year's holiday for 2026 for public-sector employees.
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December 12, 2025
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Too big to fail? IndiGo crisis exposes risks in Indian aviation
Airline became the poster child of the nation's aviation boom in recent years, with its promise of low fares and on-time performance
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December 12, 2025
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Syria: Real-life horror to TV drama; feared sites become sets for series
Site in the capital's southwestern suburbs 'used to be a symbol of military power. Now we are making a show about the fall of that power': Film director Aziz
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December 12, 2025
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'Architects of AI' named Time Person of the Year
Time magazine named the “Architects of AI” as its Person of the Year on Thursday, highlighting the US tech titans whose work on the cutting-edge technology is transforming humanity.
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December 12, 2025
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Shopaholic author Sophie Kinsella dies at 55 of cancer
British author Sophie Kinsella, who penned popular chick lit novels including the Shopaholic series, has died aged 55 after being diagnosed with brain cancer, her family announced on Wednesday.
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December 12, 2025
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Israel says Hamas 'will be disarmed' after group proposes weapons freeze
Israel said on Thursday Hamas \"will be disarmed\" as part of the US-sponsored peace plan for Gaza, after a top leader from the Palestinian Islamist movement suggested a weapons freeze.
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December 12, 2025
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Bumper nine-race card lights up Dubai Racing Carnival
The festive season begins in style at Meydan Racecourse on Friday as the Dubai Racing Carnival introduces a bumper nine-race card packed with intrigue, more international arrivals and early-season bench markers.
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December 12, 2025
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Filipino typhoon survivors sue Shell over climate change
Survivors of a deadly 2021 typhoon in the Philippines have filed a lawsuit against British oil giant Shell, seeking financial compensation for climate-related devastation, three NGOs supporting them said Thursday.
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December 12, 2025
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Dubai's new private schools and the ones getting bigger in 2026
A wave of new schools and expanding institutions is set to open doors for January 2026, giving families a broader range of choices across curricula and fee brackets
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December 12, 2025
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Oracle shares slump 13% on gloomy AI forecasts
Oracle, which has burned around $10 billion in cash in the first half of its fiscal year due to the AI investments, was set to lose more than $90 billion in market value if the losses hold.
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December 12, 2025
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'Contactless check-ins will boost hotel efficiency & tourist experience'
Hotel check-ins in Dubai are set to get faster and smoother with a citywide onetime contactless system.
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December 12, 2025
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Bangladesh sets February 12 for first polls after uprising
Bangladesh will hold national polls on February 12, the electoral commission announced on Thursday, the country’s first vote since a student-led uprising toppled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina last year.
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December 12, 2025
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New Friday prayer timings: Dubai schools mull early dismissal, revised timetables
Following the announcement of new Friday prayer timings in the UAE, schools across Dubai are weighing various adjustments, such as earlier dismissal or revised timetables.
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December 12, 2025
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She was born without an immune system. Gene therapy saved her life
'Bubble boy disease' was once a death sentence but a scientific breakthrough changed that
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December 12, 2025
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Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson to reunite in Hunger Games prequel
Attention, Hunger Games fans.
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December 12, 2025
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UAE moves closer to 2026 mission as Rashid Rover 2 passes tests in US
The UAE is inching closer to flying to the moon in less than a year, as a new round of critical tests on Rashid Rover 2 has been completed by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) in the US.
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December 12, 2025
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Guardiola hails Man City's resilience
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola praised his players' resilience and determination after they fought back to secure a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid in their Champions League encounter at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday.
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December 12, 2025
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UAE to roll out tiered sugar tax on beverages from Jan 1
Dh1.09/litre tax for 'high' sugar drinks
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December 12, 2025
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Bulgarian government resigns after mass anti-graft protests
Bulgaria’s prime minister announced Thursday that his government was resigning after less than a year in office following a series of anti-corruption protests, making fresh elections likely.
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December 12, 2025
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Dh210к apartment to watch Dubai fireworks, anyone?
Many of their rooms are sold out.
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December 12, 2025
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Dana Gas reports successful drill in Egypt
Dana Gas, the Middle East's largest regional private sector natural gas company, on Thursday announced the successful drilling of the North El-Basant 1 exploratory well in Egypt's onshore Nile Delta, confirming a significant new gas discovery.
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December 12, 2025
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No replacement for injured Gous, says Moody
Desert Vipers Director of Cricket Tom Moody has said the team will not be looking to replace injured USA wicketkeeper-batter Andries Gous, who suffered a calf injury in the side's previous match against MI Emirates.
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December 12, 2025
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Surplus keeps Brent near $58, but long-term supply risks loom
The global oil market heads into 2026 with contrasting narratives: a near-term surplus that promises softer prices and a structural supply challenge that could drive volatility later in the decade.
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December 12, 2025
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Dubai braces for historic first heavyweight world title fight
Even as some of the world's highest-rated amateur boxers were battling their way to within one shot of gold medal glory in the IBA Men's World Championship at a heaving Dubai Tennis Stadium, a different kind of electricity filled the air.
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December 12, 2025
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De Kock stars as SA win second T20I
Opener Quinton de Kock hit a 46-ball 90 to set up South Africa's convincing 51-run win over India in the second T20 international and level the series on Thursday.
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