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Crisis alert level 'zero' for all GCC nations, says Philippines
The UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia have been given the “none” classification in the most recent “Crisis Alert Levels in the Middle East” of the Philippines’ Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).
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March 08, 2026
Gulf Today
Arsenal survive FA Cup scare to keep quadruple dream alive, Liverpool advance
Eberechi Eze smashed home the winner as Arsenal survived a scare to overcome third-tier Mansfield 2-1 and reach the FA Cup quarterfinals on Saturday, keeping alive their hopes for a historic quadruple.
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March 08, 2026
Gulf Today
Burjeel Holdings eyes Dhs120m dividend as 2025 profits soar 40%
Burjeel Holdings’ Board of Directors has recommended a full-year dividend of Dhs120 million for 2025, equivalent to approximately Dhs0.02 per ordinary share, underscoring the Group's continued commitment to delivering value to shareholders while maintaining the financial flexibility needed to support future growth and investments.
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March 08, 2026
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SK lays off nearly 1,000 workers at Georgia plant
Battery company SK Battery America Inc. laid off nearly 1,000 workers at a manufacturing plant northeast of Atlanta on Friday amid automakers’ changing electrification plans and uncertain consumer demand for EVs.
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March 08, 2026
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UK house prices rise in February but inflation fears cloud outlook
British house prices rose in February at the fastest annual pace since October, mortgage lender Halifax said on Friday, but concerns about rising inflation and fewer interest rate cuts could weigh on the future.
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March 08, 2026
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Soaring gas prices spark renewed debate about European electricity
Industrial firms and countries like Italy are already calling for reform ahead of an EU summit on competitiveness on March 19
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March 08, 2026
Gulf Today
Messi, Miami honoured by Trump at the White House
Argentina’ssuperstar Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates were feted by President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday in honour of their 2025 MLS Cup championship.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
'The Capture,' the most thrilling show deserves more love
When The Capture hits screens in 2019, it was branded \"preposterous\", \"implausible\" and \"utter bobbins\".
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
Global farmers see fertiliser price surge as Iran war blocks exports
The world’s farmers face soaring fertiliser and fuel prices as the war in the Middle East escalates, leaving some scrambling for supplies as the spring planting season approaches.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
Westminster’s MPs have stumbled upon a new rock bottom
Another day, another dismay for anyone who would like the people who run the country to try and give us at least the vaguest impression they know what they're doing.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
'BoJ likely to put off rate hike until June or July'
The Bank of Japan is likely to hold off on raising interest rates until June or July, as the conflict in the Middle East shows few signs of easing and is seen keeping markets on edge, its former top economist Seisaku Kameda said on Friday.
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March 07, 2026
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UAE boosts its status as hub for EV launches
The UAE continues to reinforce its position as a leading destination for the expansion of global companies across various sectors, particularly in the automotive and sustainable mobility industries.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
Pakistan, Afghan border forces clash as war displaces 100,000
Pakistani and Afghan troops exchanged fire at dozens of points along their border on Friday as the UN said their week-old conflict has forced the displacement of more than 100,000 people.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
Scattered rain likely from Sunday to Tuesday: NCM
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) predicted that Saturday's weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy at times, especially over the western and coastal areas, with a slight and gradual rise in temperatures.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
Awqaf Abu Dhabi signs Dhs100m pact with LuLu
ABU DHABI: The Endowments and Minors’ Funds Authority - Awqaf Abu Dhabi has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with LuLu Group International to develop a portfolio of commercial projects valued at Dhs100 million on Awqaf Abu Dhabi endowment land, with returns supporting long-term care and improved quality of life for orphans in the UAE.
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March 07, 2026
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Qualifier Parry ends Venus' desert dream, Dimitrov sails
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams was sent crashing out at Indian Wells on Thursday, falling in three sets to French qualifier Diane Parry.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
UK’s PageGroup cuts payout as profit tumbles on hiring slowdown
British recruiter PageGroup slashed its final dividend after its annual profit tumbled and the company warned the outlook remained uncertain for the jobs market, sending its shares down 18% to a near-decade low.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
Trump fires homeland secretary Kristi Noem
US President Donald Trump fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Thursday after months of controversy, including the fatal shootings of two US citizens by federal officers in Minneapolis and lawmakers’ questions over a $220 million advertising contract.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
Ban on truck movement lifted: SRTA
Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA), in cooperation with Sharjah Police General Headquarters, announces the lifting of the truck movement ban on Emirates Road, Al Dhaid Road, and Al Madam Road, effective today (Friday) until further notice.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
'Super special' Allen can light up big occasion for New Zealand
Opener Finn Allen has long been regarded as the hardest hitter of a cricket ball in New Zealand and his performance in taking his side to the T20 World Cup final showed just why.
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March 07, 2026
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Stocks slide as Gulf oil supply fears rattle markets
Global stocks tumbled on Friday as the US-Iran war drove fresh concerns about oil supplies, prompting traders to wind in their bets on interest rate cuts and fret about the impact on the global economy.
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March 07, 2026
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Emirates, Etihad firm on resuming 100% of flights
Emirates has anticipated a return to 100% of its network within the coming days, subject to airspace availability and the fulfilment of all operational requirements.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
India's February palm oil imports jump 10%
India’s palm oil imports rose 10.18 in February to a six-month high, as its widening discount to rival oils prompted refiners to ramp up purchases and cut imports of sunflower oil, according to five dealers.
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March 07, 2026
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Home hero Piastri edges Antonelli in second practice at season-opening Australian GP
McLaren's Oscar Piastri powered to the fastest time ahead of Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli in second practice for the season-opening Australian Grand Prix on Friday as drivers grappled with sweeping new engine changes.
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March 07, 2026
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Nikkei plunges 5.5% in worst weekly drop since April 2025
Japanese shares marked their steepest weekly drop in almost a year on Friday, as the Middle East war heavily disrupted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, choking oil supply and pushing investors out of risk and into cash.
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March 07, 2026
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Milan hope to revive dimming title hopes in derby against Inter
AC Milan face Serie A leaders Inter this weekend knowing the derby could offer a last chance to apply pressure.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
2PointZero completes majority acquisition in Italy-based ISEM
ABU DHABI 2PointZero Group now holds 60.8% of ISEM, while Peninsula Capital and minority investors own the remaining 39.2%
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
Toyota's Denso bids for Rohm in $8.3b deal
Toyota supplier Denso has made a bid for chipmaker Rohm, a potential $8.3 billion deal that will expand the auto parts giant's hold on power management chips used in electric vehicles and data centres.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
ADAFSA shuts restaurant over violations
Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) issued a decision administratively shutting down Index Restaurant LLC in Musaffah Industrial Area in Abu Dhabi, which holds trade licence no.
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March 07, 2026
Gulf Today
Rachael Ray is harder to find but hardly slowing down
Rachael Ray isn’t sick.
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