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Farrell's Lions focussed only on historic series win in Australia
When talk of a 3-nil series sweep started in the week leading up to the second Test, British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell was careful to play down those prospects in the full expection of a potent comeback from Australia.
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August 02, 2025
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UAE leads global dialogue to redefine future of media
The BRIDGE Roadshow continues its momentum as Shanghai, China, hosts the latest stop in its global journey, bringing together leaders from media, technology, business, finance, and public policy to explore the evolving role of media and information ecosystems.
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August 02, 2025
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Indonesia pardons hundreds of prisoners
Indonesia is set to begin releasing hundreds of inmates from its overcrowded prisons after parliament approved the first stage of President Prabowo Subianto's wide-ranging clemency plan.
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August 02, 2025
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TECOM Group posts Dhs737m net profit in H1 of 2025
TECOM Group announced its financial results for the first half (HI) of the year ending 30th June 2025.
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August 02, 2025
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Yoon resists questioning by taking off prison uniform
South Korea's jailed ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol again refused to attend questioning by investigators on Friday, using a new method to resist: He took off his prison uniform and lay down on the floor at his detention room.
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August 02, 2025
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Osaka ousts Ostapenko to reach Canada Open 4th round, Gauff sails as Zverev survives Arnaldi scare
Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka advanced to the fourth round of the WTA Canadian Open on Friday by dominating 22nd-seeded Jelena Ostapenko of Latvia 6-2, 6-4.
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August 02, 2025
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'Freakier Friday' marks Lindsay Lohan's long-awaited big screen return
Lindsay Lohan says she drew upon her own experiences of motherhood for \"Freakier Friday,\" the highly-anticipated sequel to her hit 2003 movie \"Freaky Friday.\" Lohan, 39, welcomed her first child in 2023, a year before the Disney movie was filmed. \"It felt full circle for me, and also the timing was pretty impeccable considering that I'm a new mom and I was able to bring being a mom into the character,\" Lohan said at the film's London premiere on Thursday. \"It's the first time I'm able to do that on screen.
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August 02, 2025
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Slovenia 1st EU nation to impose Israel arms ban
Slovenia has announced that it will ban the import, export and transit of all weapons to and from Israel in response to the country’s actions in Gaza.
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August 02, 2025
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UN praises UAE's efforts in combating human trafficking
A UN official commended the United Arab Emirates for its remarkable efforts in combating trafficking in persons.
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August 02, 2025
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Centre adds 73 stations to festive rush strategy
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday informed the Parliament that it has been decided to create permanent waiting areas outside 73 railway stations across the country, which periodically face heavy crowds as part of the action plan to handle the rush of passengers during the festive season.
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August 02, 2025
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RAK Police visit patrol driver after traffic accident
A delegation from Ras Al Khaimah Police visited the policeman Abdullah Rashid Al Dallahi Al Shehhi, a patrol driver at the Traffic and Patrols Branch of Shamm Police Station, to check on his health after he was involved in a traffic accident after which he was hospitalised for necessary treatment.
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August 02, 2025
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SIB fosters saving culture among children
Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has organised a series of educational workshops in collaboration with Sharjah Children, a subsidiary of Rubu' Qarn Foundation for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators, as part of its efforts to enhance financial awareness among the younger generation.
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August 02, 2025
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NorthEast take on ATM FA in Durand Cup opener
Defending champions North-East United FC will begin their title defence on Saturday when they take on Malaysian Armed Forces FT (ATM FA) in a Group E clash on Matchday 9 of the 134th Durand Cup, in Shillong the Scotland of the East.
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August 02, 2025
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Pakistan issues fresh call for Afghan refugees to leave
Pakistan issued a new call on Friday for Afghans living in the southwest to leave the country, triggering thousands to rush to the border, officials said.
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August 02, 2025
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Deal signed to develop strategic crude oil storage facilities in Egypt
AD Ports Group, Egypt's Ministry of Petroleum & Mineral Resources, TCM Project Management sign MoU to explore joint operation in Egypt’s crude oil storage network
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August 02, 2025
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European shares slide to 4-week lows as investors worry about US move
European stocks hit a 4-week low on Friday at the end of a busy week as investors worried about the impact of fresh US levies on dozens of countries, including a 39 per cent tariff on Switzerland.
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August 02, 2025
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DDF sales surpass Dhs638m in July
Dubai Duty Free (DDF) delivered a standout performance for the month of July, posting sales of Dhs638.8 million ($175 million) for the month and year-to-date sales of Dhs4.734 billion ($1.30 billion), which is 5.86 per cent up on the same period last year.
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August 02, 2025
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Alpha Dhabi reports Dhs6.6b net profit in H1
Alpha Dhabi Holding has announced its financial results for the first half of 2025, reporting a net profit of Dhs6.6 billion. Adjusted EBITDA rose to Dhs8.7 billion, marking a 34 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.
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August 02, 2025
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Court rejects petition in fake investment case
The Abu Dhabi Court of Cassation rejected a petition to reconsider a case of fake investment.
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August 02, 2025
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SRK wins first National Award in 33 years
The 71st National Awards are announced and Shah Rukh Khan won his first ever National Award for Best Actor in 33 years. Fans think this is a huge moment as he finally gets his due. Shah Rukh shares his Best Actor award with Vikrant Massey who won it for ‘12th Fail.’
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August 02, 2025
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More rain, clear weather likely today: NCM
On Friday, heavy and light rains fell across different regions of the country, including Al-Bithnah-Al-Farfar road in Fujairah, Dubai-Al Ain road, and Al-Hayer road, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), which indicated that rains are expected to continue until Sunday in the eastern and southern areas.
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August 02, 2025
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Doctor criticised for flagging Kerala hospital issues
The Kerala government has issued a show-cause notice for potential disciplinary action against a leading urologist at the state's largest teaching hospital after he raised concerns about insufficient facilities.
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August 02, 2025
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Miracle man Qin wins 2nd worlds gold ahead of blockbuster
China's Qin Haiyang celebrated 'a miracle' second gold at the world championships in Singapore on Friday, on the eve of a blockbuster showdown between Katie Ledecky and Summer Mcintosh.
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August 02, 2025
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India slams UK report citing dubious anti-India sources
India on Friday rejected the allegations made by the UK parliamentary committee, terming its report that claimed New Delhi's involvement in transnational repression as \"baseless.
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August 02, 2025
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Sharjah gears up to host Pakistan and Afghanistan in T20 Tri-Series
UAE will host Pakistan and Afghanistan in a seven-match T20I Tri-Series at the historic Sharjah Cricket Stadium from Aug. 29. The three teams will play each other twice in the six-match group stage. The top two teams will then compete in the Sept. 7 final.
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August 02, 2025
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Sharjah fire brought under control, no injuries
Sharjah Police announced that the fire which erupted on Friday morning at a used auto parts sales location in Industrial Area IO was brought fully under control, with no injuries reported.
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August 02, 2025
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Sikanta unveils boutique oasis Myra Residences in Dubai South
Sikanta Developments - one of Dubai’s emerging real estate innovators-has announced the launch of its flagship project, Myra Residences, a distinctive collection of 64 premium homes nestled in the heart of Dubai South.
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August 02, 2025
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Rovanpera hits top gear to take Rally Finland lead
Kalle Rovanpera stormed into the lead of Secto Rally Finland on Friday, recapturing the form that the Finn appeared to have been missing on recent WRC rounds.
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August 02, 2025
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After stadium delays, African Nations C'ship kicks off
After severe delays in stadium renovations, east Africa is finally ready to co-host the much-awaited African Nations Championship (CHAN), kicking off on Saturday.
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August 02, 2025
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Richardson, Lyles through to 100m heats at US C'ship
Reigning 100m world champions Sha'Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles cruised through their opening heats at the USA Track and Field trials on Thursday as they build towards the defence of their global titles at September's World Championships.
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