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US backs Vietnam to decouple from China tech
The United States is pushing Vietnam in tariff talks to reduce the use of Chinese tech in devices that are assembled in the country before being exported to America, three people briefed on the matter said.
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June 17, 2025
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G7 leaders agree on strategy to protect critical mineral supply
Group of Seven leaders on Monday provisionally agreed on a strategy to help protect the supply of critical minerals and bolster their economies, according to a draft statement seen by Reuters.
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June 17, 2025
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Israeli fire kills 34 Gazans waiting for aid
At least 34 Palestinians were killed on Monday in new shootings on the roads leading to Israeli-and US-supported food distribution centers in the Gaza Strip, the local Health Ministry said.
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June 17, 2025
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Hosts India take on S.Lanka at ICC Women's ODI WC opener
Hosts India will begin the muchanticipated 2025 ICC Women’s ODI World Cup against Sri Lanka at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sept.30, said the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday.
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June 17, 2025
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RTA reduces vehicle licencing services by 74%
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has consolidated vehicle licencing services, reducing the total number from 54 to 14 services, resulting in a drop of 748.
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June 17, 2025
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NA Speaker refuses to form panel to pick new CEC
National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq has refused to form a parliamentary panel to pick the new chief election commissioner (CEC) and two members of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) before the completion of the consultation between Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and leader of the opposition Omar Ayub on these selections.
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June 17, 2025
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Court orders fugitive ex-PM Hasina to return to face trial
Bangladesh's war crimes court ordered fugitive former PM Sheikh Hasina on Monday to return to face trial on charges amounting to crimes against humanity.
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June 17, 2025
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DGR, Kuwaiti Consulate discuss ties
Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah, received Khaled AlZaabi, Consul-General of Kuwait in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, at the department's headquarters.
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June 17, 2025
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European shares edge higher after weekly declines
European shares were slightly higher on Monday, after rounding off last week with losses, as some corporate news-driven gains limited declines from increasing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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June 17, 2025
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COIMA, Eagle Hills to unlock restoration of Venice hotel
COIMA SGR, a leading Italian real estate investment and asset manager, has finalised an agreement to acquire 100 per cent of the legacy debt on the historic Grand Hôtel des Bains, paving the way for the full restoration of the landmark property on the Lido di Venezia.
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June 17, 2025
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DCC supports AfroVision's expansion into Ghana
Dubai Chamber of Commerce (DCC), one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has supported the expansion of AfroVision Technologies, a Dubai-based information technology company, into Ghana.
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June 17, 2025
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Pacer Arshad praises Gill for his leadership qualities
When Gujarat Titans’ left-arm pacer Arshad Khan speaks about leadership and especially about Indian Test skipper and his IPL franchise skipper Shubman Gill, there's a quiet respect in his voice.
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June 17, 2025
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Pakistan shuts border with Iran for an indefinite period
The Balochistan government has issued orders to close for an indefinite period all borders and crossing points with Iran in Turbat, Panjgur and Gwadar in view of the war between Iran and Israel.
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June 17, 2025
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Sharjah museums invite young explorers to join summer camps
Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) is inviting young explorers to dive into a summer of creativity, discovery, and fun through its 2025 Summer Camps, held across five of its most popular museums throughout July and August.
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June 17, 2025
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UAE building a world-leading model for govt services: VP
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, affirmed that under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE is building a world-leading model for government services.
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June 17, 2025
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KF gives Dhs135,000 to support Gaza children
Kalimat Foundation (KF), the UAE-based non-profit dedicated to empowering children through access to books and knowledge, has donated Dhs135,000 to Emirates Red Crescent's “Tarahum - for Gaza” humanitarian appeal.
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June 17, 2025
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Sri Lanka economy reports 4.8% growth in first quarter
Sri Lanka's economy grew 4.8 per cent year-on-year in the first three months of 2025, official data showed on Monday, indicating a deepening recovery from its worst financial crisis in decades.
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June 17, 2025
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Food poisoning hits Salernitana squad ahead of play-off
Salernitana players have been hospitalised with food poisoning after returning south from a 2-0 defeat in the first leg of their Serie B relegation play-off with Sampdoria.
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June 17, 2025
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Migration experts call for focus on OFWs in Gulf region
Malit and Gueraiche call on the authorities to invest in deeper research and policy development focused on the evolving experiences of OFWs in the Gulf states
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June 17, 2025
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Russia returns 1,245 bodies to Ukraine as war continues
Russia has returned 1,245 bodies to Ukraine, Kyiv said on Monday, the final stage of a deal to repatriate more than 6,000 dead Ukrainian soldiers agreed at peace talks this month.
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June 17, 2025
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Asian gang jailed, fined Dhs9,900 for fraud
Dubai Misdemeanour and minor offenses court sentenced a five-member Asian gang to one month in jail, to be followed by deportation, and fined them Dhs9,900 for defrauding an Arab national by impersonating a police officer and stealing funds from his bank account.
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June 17, 2025
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UN slashes global aid plan over 'deepest funding cuts ever'
The United Nations said on Monday that it was drastically scaling back its global humanitarian aid plans due to the “deepest funding cuts ever” — leaving tens of millions of people facing dire straits.
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June 17, 2025
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Keralites in Israel, Iran worried over conflict
With the conflict between Israel and Iran shows no signs of de-escalation, Keralites in both countries are worried about their safety.
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June 17, 2025
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Emirati, Arab women sharpen AI skills
Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Dubai has hosted the graduation of the NOMU AI Ghurair Women in Al programme, in collaboration with the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation (AGF) and the pioneering educational institution, ZAKA.
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June 17, 2025
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Germany pushes for more fan control of soccer clubs
Top German soccer clubs including Bayer Leverkusen and Leipzig face the prospect of handing over more control to fans in future after a regulator intervened.
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June 17, 2025
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'King Kazu' eyes more after first appearance of 40th season
Japan’s Kazuyoshi “King Kazu’ Miura made his first appearance of his 40th season as a professional footballer at the weekend and shows no sign of wanting to hang up his boots any time soon.
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June 17, 2025
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Bond investors anticipating the Fed will hold rates steady again
Bond investors anticipating the Federal Reserve (Fed) will hold interest rates steady again this week, are moving away from longer-dated Treasuries as they temper expectations for an aggressive easing given the lower chance of a US recession.
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June 17, 2025
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Nissan plans to reduce stake in Renault
Nissan Motor CEO Ivan Espinosa said that the company plans to reduce the automaker's stake in French partner Renault, the Nikkei business newspaper reported on Monday.
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June 17, 2025
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Mumbai City sign Zothanpuia on three-year deal
Former Indian Super League (ISL) winner, Mumbai City, have announced the signing of Zothanpuia from Aizawl FC. The talented midfielder joins the Islanders on a three-year contract.
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June 17, 2025
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Firms told to protect workers from heat
Abu Dhabi Municipality has called on construction companies to enforce Heat Stress Management Programmes supervised by site managers to protect workers from extreme heat and ensure necessary precautions.
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