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Prosecution seeks death penalty for Hasina
A prosecutor in a special domestic tribunal in Bangladesh sought the death penalty on Thursday for ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina in a case involving charges of crimes against humanity in a mass uprising last year that forced her to leave the country.
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October 17, 2025
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Abu Dhabi DoE and Space42 to advance geospatial, AI solutions
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) and Space42, the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company, on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance collaboration on geospatial and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions aimed at supporting sustainable energy and water management across the Emirate.
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October 17, 2025
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'Blue Moon' shows Richard and Ethan's portrait of an artist
Richard Linklater likes to joke that if he and Ethan Hawke didn’t know each other so well, Hawke probably would have punched him during the making of “Blue Moon.” The two Texans have been friends and collaborators for over 30 years. They had made eight films together when they started “Blue Moon,” about the lyricist Lorenz Hart set over one night at Sardi’s restaurant. It’s a project they'd been talking about for over a decade.
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October 17, 2025
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Pink Caravan wraps up Aljada event with massive turnout
The Pink Caravan wrapped up the second edition of its community event in Aljada, welcoming over 8,500 visitors and delivering 1,135 free breast cancer screenings during three lively days filled with family activities, awareness sessions, and public engagement.
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October 17, 2025
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Sultan hails entities' role in advancing higher education
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Sharjah Council for Higher Education and Scientific Research, received on Thursday at Al Badee Palace, Dr Abdulrahman Al Awar, Acting Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
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October 17, 2025
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Crescent Enterprises floats Dhs250m plan
Crescent Enterprises announced an investment programme of Dhs250 million to scale CE-Creates, its venture-building platform.
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October 17, 2025
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EPA takes part in Frankfurt Book Fair 2025
The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) is taking part in the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025, reaffirming Emirati creativity at the world’s largest publishing gathering, which runs from Oct.I5 to 19 and brings together thousands of global publishers, authors, and cultural professionals.
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October 17, 2025
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Take a 'stormcation' in the dramatic Faroe Islands, where James Bond died
The tiny Faroe Islands in the north Atlantic could be a poor choice for travellers with vertigo, seasickness or a fear of enclosed spaces.
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October 17, 2025
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Kevin says Britney Spears never got over Justin Timberlake
Kevin Federline is sharing the details of how his wedding to Britney Spears almost didn't happen when he discovered her on the phone with her ex, Justin Timberlake, the night before their nuptials.
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October 17, 2025
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UAE seal final spot for '26 T20 World Cup with win over Japan
The UAE have clinched the final qualification berth for the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup by securing a top-three finish at the ongoing Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier in Oman.
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October 17, 2025
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PM says ready for talks if Kabul agrees to Pakistan's conditions
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said on Thursday that Islamabad was ready to hold talks with Afghanistan to resolve their conflict, as a temporary ceasefire that halted days of fierce fighting between the former allies largely held.
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October 17, 2025
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Man told to pay Dhs670,000 for selling defective car
The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Cases Court has ordered an individual to pay Dhs670,000 in compensation to another individual, as well as a fine of Dhs50,000.
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October 17, 2025
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Sharjah Agriculture honoured with FAO award
The Department of Agriculture and Livestock in Sharjah has won the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) Award for Best Practices in the Field of Plant Production and Sustainable Plant Protection.
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October 17, 2025
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New Monaco boss Pocognoli looks to follow footprint of former United coach Van Gaal
Monaco's new coach Sebastien Pocognoli is looking to take inspiration from his old boss Louis van Gaal as he tries to kick-start the Ligue I club's season after a sluggish start to the campaign that cost his predecessor his job.
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October 17, 2025
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Infectious diseases ‘spiralling out of control’ in Gaza: WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that infectious diseases are “spiralling out of control” in the Gaza Strip, with only 13 of the Palestinian territory's 36 hospitals even partially functioning.
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October 17, 2025
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Julia Roberts says her daughter was inspired to give up her phone
Hollywood star Julia Roberts has talked about how the 1986 classic “Stand by Me’ significantly impacted her daughter, Hazel, when she was younger.
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October 17, 2025
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After brief respite, Utd manager Amorim set for Anfield cauldron
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim would have enjoyed some relative calm during the international break after backing from club co-owner Jim Ratcliffe but will find himself in the Premier League maelstrom once again at Liverpool on Sunday.
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October 17, 2025
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There is some good news on climate change
As oceans rise, glaciers melt and some parts of the world flood while others bake in drought, good news about climate change is scarce.
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October 17, 2025
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2,700 TLP activists arrested in Punjab: Police
The Punjab police have so far arrested more than 2,700 activists of the Tehrik-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) and other people after they launched an operation against the religious outfit in Muridke to disperse its encamped protesters.
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October 17, 2025
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Maktoum and WEF president highlight strategic partnership
Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, on Wednesday received Børge Brende, President and Chief Executive Officer of the World Economic Forum (WEF), on the sidelines of the Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity 2025.
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October 16, 2025
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Messi gets two assists, Argentina beat Puerto Rico in soccer friendly
Lionel Messi had two assists and helped start a play that led to another goal, as reigning World Cup champion Argentina beat Puerto Rico 6-0 in a relocated international friendly on Tuesday night.
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October 16, 2025
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Sharjah, UNESCO sign deal to revive Beirut Grand Theatre
The UNESCO witnessed on Tuesday the signing ceremony of the agreement to rehabilitate Beirut Grand Theatre between the Government of Sharjah and UNESCO, in continuation of the patronage and support of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, for cultural institutions in the Arab world.
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October 16, 2025
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Sabalenka vows to improve 'in everything'
World number one Aryna Sabalenka said that she needs to improve her tennis 'in literally everything' and how Novak Djokovic is helping her do it on and off the court.
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October 16, 2025
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Projects for Sudanese refugees in Chad conclude
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) has announced concluding several vital humanitarian projects to support Sudanese refugees in Chad, in collaboration with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.
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October 16, 2025
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For Khalid Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, children's safety was key: Jawaher
Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Khalid Bin Sultan Al Qasimi Humanitarian Foundation (KSQF), has affirmed that the late Sheikh Khalid Bin Sultan Al Qasimi left behind a powerful humanitarian vision aimed at protecting children worldwide from the threats of disaster and exploitation.
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October 16, 2025
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Wanted Maoist and 60 others surrender before Maharashtra CM
Mallojula Venugopal Rao (69), also known as Bhupati or Sonu, spokesperson of the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist) and its Central Committee member and 60 others, on Wednesday surrendered in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
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October 16, 2025
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AURAK gears up to produce new-age changemakers
As the UAE makes its mark as a regional leader in education, the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is stepping up to shape the next generation of educational leaders through its Master of Education in Educational Leadership.
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October 16, 2025
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Pakistan end SA's winning streak with victory in 1st Test
Pakistan ended world Test cricket champion South Africa's IO-match winning streak with a clinical 93-run victory on a turning wicket in the first Test on Wednesday.
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October 16, 2025
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Al Masaood Power and Instagrid sign MoU
Al Masaood Power Division, part of a leading Abu Dhabi business conglomerate, Al Masaood Group, has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Instagrid a Global pioneer in portable battery systems - bringing to the UAE the first professional-grade, portable, emission-free battery system.
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October 16, 2025
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48 Pakistani universities make it to 'Times' ranking
This year 48 universities from Pakistan have made it to the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings for 2026.
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