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Yas Marina Circuit welcomes top endurance riders for Gulf 12 Hours
Williams’ F1 Team Principal, James Vowles, will be behind the wheel at the Gulf 12 Hours as Yas Marina Circuit prepares to welcome top international and regional endurance competitors this weekend with tickets still available to enjoy the on and offtrack entertainment.
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December 12, 2025
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UAE introduces a tiered excise tax system for 'sweet' beverages
The Ministry of Finance has announced the issuance of Cabinet Decision No. (197) of 2025 on selective goods, the tax rates or amounts imposed on them, and the method for calculating the selective price.
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December 12, 2025
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Airstrike on Myanmar hospital kills at least 34 people
An airstrike by Myanmar 's military destroyed a hospital in an area controlled by a leading rebel armed force, killing 34 patients and medical staff, according to a local rescue worker and independent media reports on Thursday.
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December 12, 2025
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'Posting zero' trend proves stronger than Australia's ban
From midnight on Tuesday 9 December Australia became the first country in the world to ban children and teenagers under 16 from using social media after the law was successfully passed this summer
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December 12, 2025
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Joint plan to end Ukraine war would 'test' Putin: Nato chief
Nato chief Mark Rutte said on Thursday that if the United States and Europeans could agree on a plan to end the war in Ukraine, this would be a “test” of whether Russia “really wants peace.”
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December 12, 2025
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ADGM FSRA highlights its sustainable initiatives
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM continued to advance its sustainability-focused initiatives across 2025, during Abu Dhabi Finance Week, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable finance through a series of new developments and regulatory enhancements.
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December 12, 2025
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MoU signed to advance financial literacy and boost Emirati talent
Capital.com, the global trading platform, and ADGM Academy, the knowledge arm of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch a national initiative focused on strengthening financial literacy, expanding digital investment education, and building a future-ready Emirati talent pipeline.
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December 12, 2025
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Strong field for Abu Dhabi Baja Challenge
The second round of the third season of the Abu Dhabi Baja Challenge is set to kick off on Saturday, in Liwa, Al Dhafra region.
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December 12, 2025
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Oracle AI reality check knocks global stocks, Fed cut saps dollar
World stocks stalled on Thursday as cloud computing giant Oracle sounded a warning for AI profitability, while bonds were firm and the dollar nursed losses after the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates for a third meeting running.
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December 12, 2025
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Emirati filmmaker's documentary unveiled
In a scene that reflects the spirit of Bridge Summit 2025 and its mission to elevate cross-border storytelling and strengthen impact-driven content, Emirati filmmaker Nahla Al Fahad announced her new documentary “Voice of the Waves\" during a press conference held as part of the Summit's official programme.
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December 12, 2025
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Alia honoured by Golden Globes at Red Sea Film Festival
Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt and Tunisian actress Hend Sabry were honoured by Golden Globes at a glitzy gala dinner during the fifth edition of Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Film Festival.
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December 12, 2025
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Rain has flooded Gaza tents, a baby died of exposure: Medics
Torrential rain swept across the Gaza Strip on Thursday, flooding hundreds of tents sheltering families displaced by two years of war, and leading to the death of a baby girl due to exposure, local health officials said.
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December 12, 2025
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Sultan Bin Ahmed approves formation of 2 courts of appeal
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Judicial Council, presided over Thursday the Council's meeting held at Bait Elowal in the Heart of Sharjah.
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December 12, 2025
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'UAE a hub for humanoid robotics development'
The UAE has become widely recognised as a strategic hub for the advancement of humanoid robotics, according to Alexey Yuzhakov, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Promobot, Russia’s leading developer of industrial and service robotics.
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December 12, 2025
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Reasons why the boat strike debate matters for the US
It has been a turbulent couple of weeks in national security, highlighted by continuing strikes on high-speed boats in the Caribbean that are, according to the Trump administration, carrying drugs headed to the US Whether that doctrine of “shoot-to-kill,” carried out without warning or any opportunity for surrender, stands up under congressional and judicial scrutiny over time remains to be seen.
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December 12, 2025
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Honest advice: Reading exercises your brain
There are certain activities that are very bad for your brain's health.
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December 12, 2025
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MSS Youth Fest award winners honoured
Scores of students, parents and community members attended the MSS Youth Fest 2025 to celebrate the 54th Eid Al Etihad and top teachers were awarded.
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December 12, 2025
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Maresca concerned as Atalanta fight back to beat Chelsea
Enzo Maresca admitted he was “worried” by Chelsea's slump after Atalanta’s 2-1 victory in the Champions League extended the Blues’ winless run to four matches on Tuesday.
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December 11, 2025
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Shruti Haasan talks about her undying love for 'The Night of the Hunter'
Actor-singer Shruti Haasan revisited one of her longtime cinematic obsessions as she shared a moment from the 1955 horror thriller cult classic \"The Night of the Hunter\" directed by Charles Laughton.
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December 11, 2025
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Leaders send condolences to Saudi King
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman Bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia, on the passing of the mother of Prince Mishaal Bin Badr Bin Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
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December 11, 2025
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UAE marks Human Rights Day
The UAE is marking Human Rights Day, reaffirming its notable achievements in advancing and safeguarding civil, political, economic, cultural and social rights for all segments of society.
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December 11, 2025
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Kerala Congress' expelled legislator gets reprieve in second rape case
A Kerala court has granted pre-arrest bail to expelled Congress legislator Rahul Mamkootathil in a second sexual assault case, offering temporary relief as investigations continue.
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December 11, 2025
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Man fined Dhs70,000 for damaging centre's device
The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Cases Court ordered an individual to pay Dhs70,000 in compensation to a medical centre.
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December 11, 2025
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Awareness campaign launched
Abu Dhabi Civil Defence, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Government Enablement Department, has launched the “Continuous Public Safety Awareness” initiative in conjunction with the UAE's “Year of Community.”
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December 11, 2025
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Dom Art Projects launch expands the cultural infrastructure in Dubai
Dubai's cultural landscape has picked up momentum with the opening of a new private art institution, Dom Art Projects, on November 27, in Al Khayat Avenue, a growing hub in the Al Quoz Creative Zone.
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December 11, 2025
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ILT20 a big lift for Afghanistan ahead of T20 WC, says Nabi
Mohammad Nabi, the veteran Afghanistan all-rounder currently playing for Dubai Capitals in the ILT20, said the players' participation from his country in the competition is a key boost, citing that it's a platform to correct their errors made in the Asia Cup and serves as motivation to perform well ahead of next year's T20 World Cup.
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December 11, 2025
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Sharjah Police foil two drug smuggling operations
The Directorate of Prevention and Drug Control, representing the Sharjah Police General Command, thwarted a large-scale smuggling scheme led by an international network operating in four countries.
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December 11, 2025
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Vipers eke out narrow victory vs MI Emirates in last-ball finish
The Desert Vipers were the victors in yet another thrilling clash, beating MI Emirates by one run at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.
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December 11, 2025
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Audrey Hobert’s pop success is more than a lucky strike
Audrey Hobert isn’t clowning herself anymore.
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December 11, 2025
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Govt sets up 8-member team to monitor IndiGo
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Wednesday constituted an eight-member special team to keep a close watch on IndiGo's operations as the airline battles sustained disruptions across its network.
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