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US defence Intel chief fired over Iran attack info
The head of the US Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) and two other senior officers are being removed, officials said on Friday - the latest in a series of military firings this year.
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August 24, 2025
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Norway's economy grows in 2nd quarter
Norway's mainland economy grew at a faster pace than economists had expected in the second quarter while first-quarter growth was revised upwards, Statistics Norway (SSB) data showed, boosting the country's currency.
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August 24, 2025
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Victory Team's Torrente shines in sprint race at Indonesia GP
Three-time world champion Shaun Torrente managed to pass his Victory Team colleague Alec Weckstrom on the opening lap and went on to confirm a 2.061-second victory in the second of the 14-lap sprint races at the Grand Prix of Indonesia on Saturday.
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August 24, 2025
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Fraser-Pryce aiming for magnificent finish in Tokyo
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce was in buoyant form despite finishing fourth in the 100m at the Brussels Diamond League, saying she was focused on ending her illustrious career in a “magnificent way\" at the Tokyo world championships.
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August 24, 2025
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ENEC launches Graduate Plant Operator Programme for engineers
The Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC) has launched the Graduate Plant Operator (GPO) Programme, designed to nurture the next generation of Emirati nuclear operations leaders, strengthening its commitment to investing in the next generation of Emirati nuclear professionals who will drive the nation's nuclear operations forward.
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August 24, 2025
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How long can Starmer get away with his foreign aid policy?
Keir Starmer clocked up another achievement on foreign affairs this week after he and fellow European leaders persuaded Donald Trump to offer US security guarantees to Ukraine. Trump's change of tack was a vindication of Starmer's “softly, softly” approach towards the US president.
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August 24, 2025
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UAE public schools to introduce AI in curriculum for students
The global education sector is witnessing a transformative shift as artificial intelligence (Al) becomes an integral part of school curricula.
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August 24, 2025
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British politician Farage to unveil 'mass deportation' plan
Nigel Farage is to publish plans for mass deportations of asylum seekers who come to the UK on small boats. His Reform UK party would seek to put these plans in place if it entered government.
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August 24, 2025
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Imran's nephew remanded to police custody
An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Lahore on Saturday granted the police a five-day physical remand of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's nephew Shershah Khan in a case pertaining to the Jinnah House attack during the May 9, 2023 riots.
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August 24, 2025
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SEWA implements projects in Central Region
The Sharjah Electricity, Water, and Gas Authority (SEWA) has completed a series of vital projects in the Central Region from June 2094 to June 2095.
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August 24, 2025
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9th UAE aid ship with 7,000 tonnes of relief set for Gaza
Under the directives of Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), and as part of his generous initiative, preparations are underway for the ninth aid ship within the framework of “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3”, carrying urgent humanitarian and relief assistance for those affected in the Gaza Strip.
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August 24, 2025
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Gyokeres nets twice as Arsenal rout Leeds, Spurs stun Man.City
Viktor Gyokeres scored his first two Arsenal goals as the Gunners gave Leeds a harsh lesson in the step up to the Premier League with a 5-0 win at the Emirates.
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August 24, 2025
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Bollywood actress Yami Gautam enjoys a cup of 'chai' in Leh with her father
Actress Yami Gautam recently shared a glimpse of her serene getaway in Leh with her fans on Instagram.
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August 24, 2025
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Five killed in New York state tourist bus crash
Five passengers aboard a tourist bus were killed on Friday when their driver got distracted and crashed on a New York state highway, police said.
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August 24, 2025
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Lake formed by mudslide threatens ‘catastrophic' floods
A 7-km lake in northern Pakistan, created by a mountain mudslide, is threatening to burst and unleash potentially “catastrophic” floods downstream, officials warned on Saturday.
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August 24, 2025
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Japan's exports post biggest drop in about four years in July
Total exports from Japan dropped 2.6% year-on-year in July in value terms, the biggest monthly drop since February 2021, when exports fell 4.5 per cent
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August 24, 2025
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'Foreign workers boost EU economy'
An influx of foreign workers has given the euro zone’s economy a boost in recent years, helping offset shorter working hours and lower real wages, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said on Saturday.
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August 24, 2025
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Protruding ribs proof of malnutrition: Doctors
Not long after Texas surgeon Mohammed Adeel Khaleel arrived at a Gaza City hospital in early August, a 17-year-old was brought in with gunshot wounds to both legs and one hand, sustained when he went to collect food at an aid site.
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August 24, 2025
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Council slams attack on WFP
The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, has strongly condemned the attack on a humanitarian convoy in North Darfur, Sudan.
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August 24, 2025
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Blockbuster 'Sincaraz' rivalry ready to light up US Open
NEW YORK As the era of men's tennis's 'Big Three' recedes into the rearview mirror, Sinner and Alcaraz have accelerated onto centre stage to fill the void created by the retirements of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal and the decline of Novak Djokovic
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August 23, 2025
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Sharjah drive to raise awareness on learning difficulties
The Sharjah Centre for Learning Difficulties (SCLD) is preparing to launch its national awareness campaign on learning difficulties and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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August 23, 2025
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Boks aim to bounce back after shock loss to Australia
South Africa were deeply disappointed with last weekend’s shock 38-22 Rugby Championship loss to Australia, but Saturday brings a fresh opportunity to put in a performance that goes some way towards making up for that defeat, captain Jesse Kriel said.
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August 23, 2025
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UAE aims to reinforce its appeal as a leading hub for top global talent
The Global Talent Attraction and Retention Committee, chaired by Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade and Minister in Charge of Global Talent Attraction and Retention, met to discuss the latest initiatives within the second phase of the National Talent Attraction and Retention Strategy 2024-2027.
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August 23, 2025
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Russia rejects Zelensky's meeting with Putin
Russia on Friday ruled out an immediate meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky, as diplomatic tension with the Ukrainian president escalated and US mediation efforts appeared to stall.
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August 23, 2025
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De Bruyne leads Napoli's Serie A title defence as Lukaku injury causes concern
Kevin de Bruyne will lead Napoli's Serie A title defence on Saturday when he makes his full debut at promoted Sassuolo, but the champions head into the new season rocked by a long-term injury to star striker Romelu Lukaku.
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August 23, 2025
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Domestic tranquility — A shared responsibility
When you have lived most of your years within an institution, you may be able to see only what the institution has been, not what it must now become.
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August 23, 2025
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Situation in Gaza is worsening
The United Nations on Friday officially declared a famine in Gaza, the first time it has done so in the Middle East, with experts warning 500,000 people face \"catastrophic\" hunger.
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August 23, 2025
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TSX futures steady with all eyes on Powell's speech
Futures for Canada’s main stock index were flat on Friday, as investors took a breather ahead of a highly anticipated speech by US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the Jackson Hole symposium.
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August 23, 2025
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Marseille plunge into crisis with just weeks into new season
A crisis is never far away at Marseille but the speed at which things have unravelled for the French giants at the start of this season is unprecedented.
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August 23, 2025
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Argentina and Chile fans trade blame over stadium violence
Argentine and Chilean football fans traded blame on Thursday after a pitched battle in a Buenos Aires stadium involving knives, sticks and stun grenades, which left 19 people injured, three seriously.
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