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UAE observatory captures interstellar comet
On Ist July, NASA discovered a unique celestial object, which was quickly confirmed to be a comet coming from another solar system.
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July 05, 2025
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Webster and Carey again steady Australia in West Indies
A second consecutive century partnership between Alex Carey and Beau Webster lifted Australia to 286 all out on the opening day of the second Test against the West Indies at the National Cricket Stadium in Grenada on Thursday.
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July 05, 2025
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ADTD empowers Emirati youth
AJMAN: Following the resounding success of its first edition, the Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) launched the second edition of its 'Self-Exploration through Tourism' summer training programme.
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July 05, 2025
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Woman fined Dhs20,000 for insulting another woman
The Al Ain Court of first instance obligated a woman to pay Dhs20,000 to another woman for insulting her via WhatsApp. The defendant had been convicted of this charge.
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July 05, 2025
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Nahyan Bin Zayed praises efforts of female staff at AD Sports Council
Sheikh Nahyan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, received a group of female employees from the council.
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July 05, 2025
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Russia becomes first state to recognise Afghan Taliban rule
Afghanistan's government said that Russia had become the first country to officially recognise its rule, calling it a “brave decision.”
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July 05, 2025
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Eastern China swelters under heatwave, threatening crops
Sweltering heat enveloped China's eastern seaboard on Friday, as a high-pressure system settled over the country’s most populous region, baking key agricultural and manufacturing hubs along the Yangtze River and raising fears of droughts and economic losses.
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July 05, 2025
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Indonesia offers to cut duties on US goods, buy $500m of wheat
Indonesia has offered to cut duties on key imports from the United States to “near zero” and to buy $500 million worth of US wheat as part of its tariff talks with Washington, its lead negotiator and a wheat industry association said on Friday.
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July 05, 2025
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Teenage star Estevao takes centre stage as Palmeiras face Chelsea
Palmeiras manager Abel Ferreira conceded on Thursday that his side faced an uphill battle in Friday's Club World Cup quarterfinal against Chelsea, with their teenage winger Estevao in a unique position as he prepares to move to the European giants.
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July 05, 2025
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PM Modi honoured in Trinidad & Tobago
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday became the first foreign leader to be conferred with 'The Order of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago', the highest civilian award of the Caribbean nation, during his two-day visit to Port of Spain.
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July 05, 2025
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Alcaraz remains on course for 3rd consecutive Wimbledon title, Pavlyuchenkova downs Osaka
Carlos Alcaraz survived another erratic performance on Friday, battling to a 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over Germany's Jan-Lennard Struff to stay on track for a third straight Wimbledon crown.
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July 05, 2025
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Michael Madsen, ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill’ star, dies at 67
Michael Madsen, the actor best known for his coolly menacing, steely-eyed, often sadistic characters in the films of Quentin Tarantino including “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill: Vol. 2,” has died.
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July 05, 2025
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RAKEZ boosts ties with UK businesses
RAS AL KHAIMAH: Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has successfully concluded a week-long roadshow in the UK, strengthening its ties with the British business community and spotlighting Ras Al Khaimah's growing appeal as a strategic base for international expansion.
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July 05, 2025
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School uniforms available at 53 stores across UAE
The Ministry of Education (MoE) has announced the availability of school uniforms for public school students from kindergarten to Grade 12 in preparation for the 2025-2026 academic year.
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July 05, 2025
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Emirati artist Razika Al Taresh passes away
The esteemed Emirati artist Razika Al Taresh, one of the pioneering female media figures in the UAE, has passed away at the age of 71.
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July 05, 2025
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Mead eyes Euros repeat after emotional rollercoaster
Darling of England’s coronation as European champions three years ago, Beth Mead is back among the goals ahead of Euro 2025 after the toughest moments of her career on and off the field.
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July 05, 2025
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Nine dead as 5-storey building collapses in Karachi's Lyari area
At least nine people died and several others were injured after a five-storey building collapsed in Karachi's Lyari area on Friday, officials said.
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July 05, 2025
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Developers enter into Dhsıb construction deal
In a landmark move set to redefine waterfront luxury in the UAE, BNW Developments has signed a strategic construction alliance worth Dhs1 billion with Masah Group, appointing its subsidiary MAN Construction as the principal contractor for Aqua Arc—a high-end residential development on Al Marjan Island.
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July 05, 2025
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SGCA 2025 highlights social responsibility, Arabic identity
The Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA) 2025 has announced two key categories spotlighting campaigns that promote community values, cultural identity and human solidarity: Best Communication Practice in Supporting Social Responsibility, and Best Campaign Promoting Cultural Identity and the Arabic Language.
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July 05, 2025
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Escaped lion attacks woman and children in Lahore
An escaped pet lion chased a woman and two children down a busy street in Lahore, police said on Friday, with dramatic footage showing the big cat leaping a wall before pouncing on them.
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July 05, 2025
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Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom split six years after getting engaged
Representatives of both Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have announced the couple have ended their relationship after weeks of speculation. Widespread rumours have suggested that the couple split after nine years together, and an official statement shared on Friday confirmed the news. \"Representatives have confirmed that Orlando and Katy have been shifting their relationship over the past many months to focus on co-parenting,\" it read.
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July 05, 2025
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Pak army kills 30 militants at Afghan border
Pakistan's army said on Friday it had killed 30 militants attempting to cross the border from Afghanistan over the last three days, after a suicide attack killed 16 soldiers in the same region.
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July 05, 2025
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IHC overturns sentence of 4 PTI workers in May 9 riots
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) acquitted four Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) workers who had been convicted on charges of attacking a police station during the violent May 9 riots.
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July 05, 2025
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UAE, Azerbaijan explore avenues of cooperation in energy sector
On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Dr Sultan Bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology participated in the 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO), held on Friday in the city of Khankendi in the Republic of Azerbaijan.
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July 05, 2025
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ECSSR, Anwar Gargash Academy announce ‘Hili Dialogues’
The Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR) and the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) have announced the inaugural edition of the regional Hili Dialogues, serving as the international platform for the annual Abu Dhabi-based Hili Forum.
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July 05, 2025
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Ghim sets early pace at John Deere Classic
Doug Ghim holed out for an eagle on the way to a bogey-free nine-under par 62 on Thursday to take a one-shot lead over Max Homa and Austin Eckroat at the US PGA Tour John Deere Classic in Illinois.
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July 05, 2025
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Nico pens new Athletic deal in transfer twist
Athletic Bilbao announced on Friday that coveted Spain forward Nico Williams had extended his contract to 2035 with an increased release clause, warding off reported interest from La Liga champions Barcelona.
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July 05, 2025
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Bayern stand before PSG in battle of CWC favourites
A glance at the quarterfinal lineup for the Club World Cup suggests that whoever comes out on top in the heavyweight last-eight showdown between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich on Saturday will be the favourites to go on and win FIFA's new competition.
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July 05, 2025
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Arada sells penthouse at new destination for Dhs125m
Arada has announced the sale of The Observatory, the showpiece penthouse at Akala, the recently launched wellness-focused branded residences project located adjacent to Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
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July 05, 2025
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More than 610 killed around GHF aid distributions: UN
Some 613 people have been killed around aid distributions and convoys in Gaza since late May, including 509 near the USand Israel-backed GHF's sites, the United Nations said on Friday.
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