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Budget challenge for Reeves gets even bigger as borrowing surges
Britain's borrowing has shot past the official forecasts that underpin the government's tax and spending plans, compounding the already big challenge facing finance minister Rachel Reeves in her November budget.
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September 22, 2025
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1,000 govt, private sector leaders to grace Dubai event
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Leaders Forum will open on Wednesday at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
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September 22, 2025
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Group launches manufacturing hub to build over 150 industries
India's Rana Group has launched Erisha Smart Manufacturing Hub that will see the development of 150 large industries at Al Ghail Indudtrial Area in Ras Al Khaimah in the next five years.
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September 22, 2025
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UAE seeks to increase number of startups to over 2 million
Abdullah Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, affirmed that startups and entrepreneurs constitute a fundamental pillar in the UAE's economic growth journey, noting that the country aims to increase the number of companies to more than two million by 2031.
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September 22, 2025
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Amorim calls for Man.United to keep up their sense of urgency
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim said his side must match the level of urgency they showed against Chelsea on Saturday if they are to keep on winning.
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September 22, 2025
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Peace with Lebanon and Syria 'possible'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel's war with Lebanese group Hizbollah had created the possibility for peace with neighbouring Lebanon and Syria.
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September 22, 2025
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Council calls for unified global efforts to end wars
The Muslim Council of Elders called for unified international efforts to halt all conflicts and wars that have claimed tens of thousands of lives around the world.
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September 22, 2025
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Switzerland's Reusser powers to world time trial title
Marlen Reusser made a golden breakthrough on Sunday as she claimed the women’s time trial at the cycling World Championships in Kigali.
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September 22, 2025
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ADTD wraps up roadshow in India
The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) has concluded a five-day roadshow in India as part of its efforts to expand the emirate’s presence in international markets, particularly India, a key emerging tourism market.
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September 22, 2025
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Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority trade up 19% at Dhs336b
The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) achieved record growth in its total trade across the three economic zones in 2024, reaching a value of Dhs336 billion, a 19% increase compared to 2023. DIEZ also achieved a 13.7% share of Dubai's non-oil trade, its highest-ever contribution to date, sustaining growth for the fourth straight year.
3 min |
September 22, 2025
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PSG star Dembele tipped to beat Barca's Yamal to win Ballon d'Or
Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele is tipped to hold off Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal and win the men’s Ballon d'Or on Monday, while Aitana Bonmati's chances of claiming a third straight women's prize hang in the balance.
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September 22, 2025
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Sheikh Hassan returns to partner Curtis in Key West
Sheikh Hassan Bin Jabor Al-Thani on Sunday announced a dramatic return to international power boat racing after an II-year layoff from the sport.
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September 22, 2025
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UAE signs MoUs with Seychelles, Uganda
The UAE Accountability Authority (UAEAA) signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) today, first with the Office of the Auditor General of the Republic of Seychelles, and the second with the Office of the Auditor General of the Republic of Uganda.
1 min |
September 22, 2025
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Thumbay Healthcare launches 'Marhaba Surgeons' network
Thumbay Healthcare announced the resounding success of its surgical conference, where 41 doctors were awarded for outstanding service and impact on patient care.
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September 22, 2025
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Cheers, hugs at Palestine mission as UK recognises statehood
As Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Britain’s landmark decision to recognise the State of Palestine on Sunday, the small team in the Palestinian mission to the UK erupted in cheers of joy.
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September 22, 2025
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Lens sink derby rivals Lille, Nantes hold Rennes
Florian Thauvin scored as Lens beat Lille 3-0 in Ligue I on Saturday to inflict a first defeat of the season on their northern derby rivals.
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September 22, 2025
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Trump’s new H-1B visa rules spark panic among Indians
India warned of “humanitarian consequences” after Donald Trump suddenly imposed a $100,000 charge on the H-IB visa, a programme heavily relied upon by Indian workers in America’s tech sector.
2 min |
September 22, 2025
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Abhishek, Gill steer India to clinical victory over Pakistan
Openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill put up a mesmerizing batting performance to enthral the crowd as India crushed Pakistan by six wickets in their Super Four match of the Asia Cup on Sunday.
3 min |
September 22, 2025
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Doctors use AI to help infertile couple conceive
In a major milestone for reproductive medicine, specialists at Fakih IVF Center in Dubai have successfully achieved a pregnancy using an advanced artificial intelligence (Al) system.
1 min |
September 22, 2025
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US lawmakers discuss ties on China visit
A group of US lawmakers on a rare visit to Beijing told China’s No.2 leader, Premier Li Qiang, that the world's two largest economies need to step up engagement and “break the ice” as both superpowers made further inroads into stabilising ties.
1 min |
September 22, 2025
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There is no recipe for happiness, it lies in a person's sense of peace
Can there be a meaningful discussion on happiness per se, and can a recipe of sorts be framed for anybody who was seeking it?
3 min |
September 22, 2025
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Martinelli's last-gasp leveller rescues Arsenal in Man.City draw as Newcastle and Villa held
Gabriel Martinelli rescued Arsenal as the Brazilian’s last-gasp equaliser salvaged a 1-1 draw against Manchester City on Sunday when Pep Guardiola’s defensive tactics backfired at the Emirates Stadium.
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September 22, 2025
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Apprentices breathe new life into historic Savile Row
Beneath the old-world exterior of a tailor's on London's famed Savile Row, the workshop where the magic happens is more youthful than ever as aspiring coatmakers vie for competitive apprenticeships.
3 min |
September 22, 2025
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Security boosted as thousands attend Kirk's memorial service
Thousands of mourners dressed in red, white and blue made their way through security to attend a Sunday memorial service for Charlie Kirk at an Arizona football stadium, where President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other top Republicans were to pay tribute to the assassinated right-wing activist.
2 min |
September 22, 2025
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Messi double lifts Miami in 3-2 MLS victory over DC United
Superstar Lionel Messi scored two superb goals and created another as inter Miami beat DC United 3-2 on Saturday to inch closer to an MLS Cup playoff berth.
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September 22, 2025
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Protests erupt over flood control fraud in Philippines
Thousands of Filipinos marched in Manila on Sunday to vent their anger over a ballooning scandal involving bogus flood-control projects believed to have cost taxpayers billions of dollars.
3 min |
September 22, 2025
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Pakistan 'confident' of meeting IMF condition for external loans
Pakistan is set to fulfil a key International Monetary Fund (IMF) condition by securing timely loans and rollovers from friendly countries.
3 min |
September 22, 2025
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Maryam launches phase-11 of Green Tractor Programme
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has launched the Phase-Il of Green Tractor Programme by announcing results of a ballot for 9,500 high-power tractors in Punjab.
1 min |
September 22, 2025
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Atletico held at Mallorca after Alvarez misses penalty, Sevilla overcome Alaves
Atletico Madrid's stuttering start to the season continued in a 1-1 draw at Mallorca in La Liga on Sunday in which their striker Julian Alvarez missed a penalty.
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September 22, 2025
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Mohanlal thanks Malayalam cinema after Phalke win
Responding to his winning of prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke Award, the highest honour in Indian cinema, superstar Mohanlal thanked Malayalam film world for “making me what I am.”
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