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Poliovirus detected in sewage samples from 7 districts
The presence of wild poliovirus type I (WPVI) has been confirmed in seven districts across all four provinces in Pakistan, the National Institute of Health (NIH) said in a report on Sunday.
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June 23, 2025
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UAE's most promising investment hotspots for 2025
While the UAE's real estate market remains active year-round — with transactions totalling over Dhs239 billion (approximately $65 billion) in Q1 2024 - summer is now shining a spotlight on a handful of strategic locations that have long-term value, vision, and seasonal appeal. From branded beachfront escapes to smart city zones on the rise, Whitewill unveils the top six destinations making waves with investors this summer.
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June 23, 2025
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At least 15 killed in Damascus church suicide blast
At least 15 people were killed when a suicide bomber blew himself up at the Mar Elias Church in the Dweila neighbourhood of Syria's capital Damascus on Sunday, security sources said.
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June 23, 2025
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BNP files case on alleged election rigging
Bangladesh's leading political party filed a case on Sunday against former election commissioners it accuses of rigging past polls to keep now-ousted autocrat Sheikh Hasina in power.
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June 23, 2025
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Riteish calls wife Genelia's Sitaare Zameen Par ‘Best film of the year'
Actor Riteish Deshmukh has termed wife Genelia D’Souza’s “Sitaare Zameen Par” with Aamir Khan as “the best film of the year”.
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June 23, 2025
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DGCA orders special audits of all airlines
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered a new set of Comprehensive Special Audits to enhance safety following the jolt to the country's civil aviation sector in the wake of the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad.
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June 23, 2025
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Alex Padilla's crime? Being Mexican in MAGA America
When US Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly removed from a news conference held by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, it was almost as if President Donald Trump's most well-worn talking point came to life: A bad hombre tried to go after a white American.
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June 23, 2025
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NHRI, Arab Charter discuss collaboration
ABU DHABI: As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional collaboration and promote the exchange of expertise with regional and international entities, the National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) welcomed Counselor Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Chairman of the Arab Charter on Human Rights Committee, to its headquarters in Abu Dhabi.
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June 23, 2025
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Marlee Matlin tells her story in an intimate documentary
When American Masters approached Marlee Matlin about doing a documentary, Matlin had one name in mind to direct: Shoshanna Stern. Like Matlin, Stern is deaf.
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June 23, 2025
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US bombs 3 Iran sites as UAE President talks to ME leaders
The United States inserted itself into Israel's war against Iran by dropping 30,000-pound bombs on a uranium enrichment site early on Sunday, raising urgent questions about what remains of Tehran's nuclear program and how its weakened military might respond.
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June 23, 2025
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Armenian president welcomes HCHF official
President of the Republic of Armenia, Vahagn Khachaturyan, received Dr Khalid Al Ghaith, Secretary-General of the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity (HCHF), during his participation in the Third International Conference on Social Justice hosted in the capital, Yerevan.
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June 23, 2025
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Developer appoints contractor for maiden project
Amirah Developments, one of Dubai's most forward-thinking and quality-driven real estate developers, appointed Shine Square Building Contracting as Main Contractor for its maiden project - Bonds Avenue Residences - that will be constructed on Dubai Islands, a new waterfront mixed-use community where massive developments are taking place.
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June 23, 2025
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Marquez wins Italian MotoGP to delight Ducati fans on home soil
Ducati’s Marc Marquez won the Italian Grand Prix after a dogfight for podium places at the Mugello Circuit on Sunday, taking the chequered flag ahead of his brother Alex to maintain his iron grip on the riders’ championship.
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June 23, 2025
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Five dead as electric wires fall on passenger bus in Punjab
In a tragic incident, electric wires fell onto a passenger bus, claiming lives of five, including three children, and injuring several others in Kot Shams, Chakwal, Punjab province, media reports said on Sunday.
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June 23, 2025
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Russia must not let economy slip into recession, says Putin
Russia's economy must under no circumstances slide into recession, President Vladimir Putin told an economic forum, in a clear instruction to assembled government ministers and central bankers.
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June 23, 2025
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Former England fast bowler Lawrence dies aged 61
David 'Syd' Lawrence, the first British-born Black cricketer to play for England, has died. He was 61.
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June 23, 2025
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Minister announces further tax cut in salaries, solar panels
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has announced tax relief for salaried individuals.
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June 23, 2025
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Eurozone needs more ECB stimulus: Policymaker
The euro zone economy is weak and needs “further stimulus” from the European Central Bank, ECB policymaker Mario Centeno said in an interview with the Italian daily La Stampa published on Sunday.
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June 23, 2025
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VP praises The Executive Office on 25th anniversary
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, attended a ceremony to mark the 25th anniversary of The Executive Office of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed.
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June 23, 2025
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Record registrations for Dubai Holy Quran Award
The Dubai International Holy Quran Award has announced that registration for its 28th international edition, set for 2026, has seen a record turnout within just three weeks of its launch.
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June 23, 2025
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Global investors bracing for a knee-jerk selloff in stock markets
The Middle East situation takes centre-stage for markets, overshadowing US economic data releases this week, as investors assess the impact of Trump's sudden decision
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June 23, 2025
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Ex-Arsenal star Cazorla leads Oviedo back to top flight in Spain
With veteran Santi Cazorla leading the way 20 years after he left the club, Oviedo made it back to the first division of the Spanish league.
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June 23, 2025
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Fleetwood grabs lead as top-ranked stars fade
England's Tommy Fleetwood, seeking his first PGA Tour title, fired a seven-under par 63 to seize a three-stroke lead after Saturday's third round of the Travelers Championship.
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June 23, 2025
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Rabdan boosts growth with launch of new project
Building on the exceptional momentum of its 'Gharbi 2' project, Rabdan Developments has unveiled its newest residential offering—Rabdan Gates — which achieved a staggering 80% sell-through rate within the first 24 hours of launch.
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June 23, 2025
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Marking a new chapter of collaboration
The Ajman Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ajman Bank, marking a new chapter of collaboration aimed at advancing financial integration and enhancing banking services through innovative and digital-first solutions.
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June 23, 2025
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Do not lose sight of Gazans' need as war spreads: Pope
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday called on the world not to forget the humanitarian crisis in Gaza as war in the Middle East broadened with overnight US strikes on Iran.
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June 23, 2025
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Gunmen kill bride in attack on French wedding party
A 27-year-old bride was killed when gunmen attacked a wedding party in a village in southeastern France, with one of the assailants also dying during the assault, prosecutors said on Sunday.
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June 23, 2025
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Strikes on Iran mark Trump's riskiest gamble
With his unprecedented decision to bomb Iran's nuclear sites, directly joining Israel's air attack on its regional arch foe, US President Donald Trump has done something he had long vowed to avoid - intervene militarily in a major foreign war, reported Reuters.
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June 23, 2025
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Amazon exercises option to acquire direct stake in Valu
US Consumer Finance S.A.E., known under the trademark Valu, a subsidiary of EFG Holding, and EFG Holding has announced that Amazon has agreed to exercise its option to acquire a direct equity stake in Valu.
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June 23, 2025
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South Korea and Japan now face political uncertainty
Japan and South Korea marked the 60th anniversary of the normalization of their diplomatic relations on Sunday.
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