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Space42 signs strategic MoU with Angola
Space42, the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company announced today the signing of a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Angola’s Military Intelligence and Security Service (SISM).
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August 28, 2025
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Neeraj aims for more Diamond League glory in Zurich
The Indian javelin throw ace Neeraj Chopra will return to Switzerland's iconic Letzigrund Stadium, the same venue in Zurich first and only Diamond League trophy three year ago in 2022, to compete in the men’s javelin throw competition in a bid to reclaim the trophy at the Diamond League Final 2025.
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August 28, 2025
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Nepal's naked ruling celebrated by holy men
Nepal's Supreme Court has ruled that naked Hindu holy men need not wear clothes to attend a revered temple, declaring that their age-old tradition of nudity is not obscenity.
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August 28, 2025
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Newsom has made it clear that rooftop solar is not a priority
The California Supreme Court just gave state officials a golden opportunity to revitalize the rooftop solar industry, helping millions of homes and businesses lower their electric bills and fight the climate crisis. Unfortunately, there's little chance Gov, Gavin Newsom will do it.
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August 28, 2025
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Venice Film Festival kicks off with Paolo Sorrentino's 'La Grazia'
The Venice Film Festival kicked off on Wednesday with the return of Hollywood royalty to Italy's swanky movie showcase, where 21 films from around the globe will vie for the prestigious Golden Lion award. Julia Roberts and George Clooney are the biggest names expected at the 82nd edition of the world's longest-running festival, with a cavalcade of respected film directors, from Kathryn Bigelow and Guillermo del Toro to Jim Jarmusch, all due to arrive on the sandy Lido across the Venice lagoon. Alongside the stars and glitzy atmosphere are films that promise to provoke debate, such as the Gaza film \"The Voice of Hind Rajab\" from two-time Oscar nominee Kaouther Ben Hania.
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August 28, 2025
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PTV to get Rs 11 billion subsidy from govt
The government has approved a subsidy of Rsll billion for the state-run Pakistan Television (PTV) - one-third to be disbursed immediately, to offset the losses it would sustain due to the withdrawal of Rs35 in monthly fee charged through electricity bills.
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August 28, 2025
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Kerala HC grants pre-arrest bail to rapper facing rape charges
The Kerala High Court granted anticipatory bail to Hiran Das Murali, widely recognised by his stage name Vedan, on Wednesday.
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August 28, 2025
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Schools key to maintaining Islamic, Arab values: Sultan
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Wednesday received Sarah Bint Youssef Al Amiri, Minister of Education, heading the accompanying delegation at Al Badi Palace.
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August 28, 2025
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We seek an equitable world for women, says NAMA DG
Interested in the heavy stuff of numbers normally associated with men, an Emirati from Sharjah is leading a movement, which, in the past decade, has helped women fuel their potential for nation-building.
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August 28, 2025
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Team Emirates win time-trial, Vingegaard reclaims lead at Vuelta a Espana
Jonas Vingegaard reclaimed the overall lead of the Vuelta a Espana on the fifth-stage team time-trial on Wednesday, while UAE Team Emirates-XRG riders Juan Ayuso and Joao Almeida climbed to second and third in the standings.
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August 28, 2025
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Firms commend top achievers on Emirati Women’s Day
Government entities along with private firms are celebrating the Emirati Women's Day under the inspiring theme ‘Hand in Hand, Celebrating the 5Oth, through a wide scale of activities and recognizing the vital role in every segment of the life across the UAE.
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August 28, 2025
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SRTA completes 17-km Al Rafia Road project
Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has completed a project to develop and upgrade the road linking Interchange IO and Al Rafi'a area, all the way to Emirates Road.
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August 28, 2025
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FTA calls on Taxable Persons to retain records, documentation
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has emphasised the obligation for all Taxable Persons subject to the UAE Corporate Tax to maintain all records and documents supporting the information provided in their Tax Returns or any other document required to be submitted to the FTA. These records enable the FTA to verify the Taxable Person's Taxable Income for Corporate Tax purposes.
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August 28, 2025
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CONDOR signs MoU with Hungary's firm
CONDOR, a Brazilian leader in nonlethal technologies and part of the UAE's EDGE Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with 4iG Space and Defence Technologies (S&D), a major telecommunications, IT, and defence-industrial group in Hungary and the Western Balkans, to explore the establishment of a regional hub in Hungary for advanced nonlethal solutions.
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August 28, 2025
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UAE faces 33,000 cyberattacks in 6 months
The United Arab Emirates recorded 33,165 cyberattacks in the first half of 2025, with some campaigns lasting more than three hours-the longest durations anywhere in the Middle East.
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August 28, 2025
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Djokovic battles past Svajda as Kostyuk, Raducanu move ahead
Novak Djokovic battled past American qualifier Zachary Svajda in four sets on Wednesday to reach the US Open third round for a record-equalling 19th time.
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August 28, 2025
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Syria condemns Israeli strike that killed six soldiers
Syria on Wednesday condemned an Israeli drone strike that killed six soldiers the previous day, calling it a \"clear violation\" of the country's sovereignty.
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August 28, 2025
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Isak selected by Sweden for WC qualifiers amid Newcastle standoff
Newcastle forward Alexander Isak has been called up by Sweden for World Cup qualifiers despite being sidelined by his club as he tries to force a move to Liverpool.
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August 28, 2025
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Over 30 killed in J&K landslide, PM, CM and Shah express grief
At least 30 people were killed and 14 others were injured after a landslide hit the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine route in J&K’s Reasi district, even as the water level in all the rivers of Jammu division and the Jhelum River in Kashmir flowed above the flood level on Wednesday.
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August 28, 2025
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Trump's 50% trade tariffs on Indian goods come into effect
Steep US tariffs on a range of Indian products took effect on Wednesday, threatening a steep blow to India's overseas trade in its largest export market.
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August 28, 2025
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Rudiger returns, Sane dropped for Germany World Cup qualifiers
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has brought back centre-back Antonio Rudiger while dropping winger Leroy Sane in his squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers in September.
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August 28, 2025
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Work underway to explore new wells in Zohr gas field
Egypt's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi said that work is ongoing to drill new wells in the Zohr gas field.
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August 28, 2025
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Adnoc signs 15-year LNG Sales and Purchase Agreement with IndianOil
Adnoc announced that it has signed a 15-year Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with Indian Oil Corporation (IndianOil), India’s largest integrated and diversified energy company, for the supply of I million tonnes per annum (mtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) sourced primarily from Adnoc’s lower-carbon Ruwais LNG project.
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August 28, 2025
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Stock markets waver ahead of Nvidia earnings
Stock markets fluctuated on Wednesday as investors braced for a key earnings update from Al giant Nvidia, whose robust growth has largely driven strong gains for tech stocks in recent months.
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August 28, 2025
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Nigel Farage’s ‘mass deportation’ plan is doomed to fail
Nigel Farage is like a chatbot trained on social media posts. “It’s perfectly simple,” they begin. “Send them back to France”, or “Detain them all and deport them.” If it was so easy, why do these armchair gold commanders think that three prime ministers who knew that their survival depended on it have so far failed to stop the boats?
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August 28, 2025
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Dubai court increases fine for Abu Sabah to Dhs150m
Dubai Court of Appeal has increased the financial penalty imposed on the Indian businessman known as “Abu Sabah” and his associates to Dhs150 million, to be paid jointly.
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August 28, 2025
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RAKEZ client session sets stage for future growth
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) recently brought together its business community for a high-impact session aimed at enhancing operational clarity, compliance, and long-term planning.
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August 28, 2025
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Bangladesh police warn of 'crisis' as rape cases surge
Bangladesh's leading women’s rights group reported on Wednesday a dramatic surge in rape cases it blamed on worsening security, with police calling the general law and order situation a “crisis”.
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August 28, 2025
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'Time for EU to act' on Gaza, says Lahbib
The EU's humanitarian chief Hadja Lahbib on Wednesday urged the bloc to take tougher action over the war in Gaza as divisions among member states stall moves to punish Israel.
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August 28, 2025
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South Korea to ban mobile phones in school classrooms
South Korea passed a bill on Wednesday to ban the use of mobile phones and other digital devices in school classrooms nationwide, as concern grows about the impact of heavy social media use among the young.
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