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WHO chief says Ebola deaths at 220, ‘epidemic is outpacing us’
The head of the World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Monday that the fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda was outpacing response efforts, giving the latest number of suspected deaths as 220.
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May 26, 2026
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VP reviews UAE’s tourism sector, notes sustained progress in 2025
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has reviewed the work report of the Emirates Tourism Council and the achievements of the UAE tourism sector for 2025.
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May 26, 2026
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Missing People launches WhatsApp
As she sat in the woods, feeling scared and alone, 19-year-old Ros didn't know who she could turn to for help.
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May 26, 2026
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Art4you Gallery’s tribute exhibition to women closes at Art Smiley Art Gallery
Her Story - A Tribute to Women, Edition 2, hosted by Art4you Gallery (May 10 - 15) at Art Smiley Art Gallery, Dubai, was all about a dynamic cultural conversation on identity, strength, memory, change, and the diverse aspects of womanhood.
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May 26, 2026
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Global stocks jump while oil and dollar ease on Iran peace hopes
Stocks surged and the US dollar and oil prices slid on Monday as the prospect of a deal to end the Iran war buoyed risk appetite, although a lack of clarity over when the Strait of Hormuz would open kept enthusiasm in check.
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May 26, 2026
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Millions initiate Hajj rituals in sizzling heat
The annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, officially began on Monday.
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May 26, 2026
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Rock solid Bengaluru face resurgent Gujarat challenge in high-stakes Qualifier 1 of IPL at Dharamshala today
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will carry the quiet confidence of defending champions into Qualifier 1 when they face Gujarat Titans in a high-stakes clash at the HPCA Stadium on Tuesday.
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May 26, 2026
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Pope warns AI risks leading world on path of unending war
Pope Leo urged governments to slow down and closely regulate the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems in his first major document, released on Monday, warning that they spread misinformation, prioritise conflict and risk leading the world down a path of unending war.
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May 26, 2026
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Al Shira’aa rider Omar wins Lisbon Grand Prix
Al Shira’aa rider Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi claimed a landmark international victory on Sunday, winning the Lisbon Grand Prix presented by Visit Portugal aboard Chacco Bay after producing one of only two double clear performances over Bernardo Costa Cabral’s technical 1.55m course.
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May 26, 2026
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Xi hails ‘unbreakable’ Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts
Chinese president meets Pakistan PM, seeks to deepen ‘all-weather’ friendship; Pak, China firms sign deals worth $7b; Shahbaz offers Chinese investors free long-term lease
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May 26, 2026
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Sharjah announces Eid prayer timings
Sharjah Department of Islamic Affairs has announced Eid Al Adha prayer timings across the various cities and regions of the Emirate of Sharjah.
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May 26, 2026
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UAE, UN to step up ties in several sectors
Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister for Energy and Sustainability Affairs, met with Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, to discuss ways to further strengthen cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and the United Nations across energy, sustainability, and water-related priorities.
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May 26, 2026
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Tahnoon chairs MGX's second board meeting of '26
Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of MGX, has chaired the company’s second board meeting of 2026, reviewing new investments and performance in a dynamic portfolio that continues to expand across the entire AI tech stack.
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May 26, 2026
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Egyptian architect to represent UAE at Canada event
Wala Tolba, an Egyptian expatriate architect, who lives in the UAE for the past 20 years, has emerged as the champion speaker at the Toastmasters regional conference in Dubai.
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May 26, 2026
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Giro leader Vingegaard eyes more stage wins
Jonas Vingegaard already has a hat-trick of stage wins on his Giro d'Italia debut, and despite holding a healthy lead at the top of the overall standings and looking to save energy for the Tour de France, the Dane is aiming for at least one more stage victory.
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May 26, 2026
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Antonelli wins Canadian GP for his 4th straight Formula 1 victory
Italian teen star Kimi Antonelli charged to his fourth straight Formula 1 victory Sunday in a wild Canadian Grand Prix after Mercedes teammate George Russell was knocked out by an engine failure.
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May 26, 2026
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Etihad Rail unveils first official staff uniforms
‘The unveiling marks an important moment in the journey towards the introduction of passenger rail services in the UAE,’ says official
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May 26, 2026
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GMU launches clinical skills and simulation centres
Gulf Medical University (GMU), part of Thumbay Group, on Monday inaugurated the largest integrated network of clinical skills and simulation centres in the region.
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May 26, 2026
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17 die as van rams into parked bus on motorway
A speeding van rammed into a passenger bus parked along a motorway in Mardan area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province, on Monday, killing 17 people and injuring 10 others, police and rescue officials said.
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May 26, 2026
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Monitor children’s use of online apps, parents urged
The Child Safety Organisation (CSO), affiliated with the Sharjah Family and Community Council, has urged parents to keep a closer eye on how children use smartphones, delivery apps and online shopping platforms, saying convenience should never replace family supervision.
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May 26, 2026
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UAE MoF wins World Procurement Award
The Ministry of Finance has won the Procurement Excellence Award at the World Procurement Awards 2026, organised by Procurement Leaders, part of the World 50 Group, in London, United Kingdom, in recognition of its efforts to advance the government procurement ecosystem, enhance purchasing efficiency, and accelerate procurement decision-making.
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May 26, 2026
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People rethink life choices as decades end
The day I entered my 40th lap around the sun — otherwise known as my 39th birthday — was the same day I checked out of my normal life and checked in for a flight halfway across the world.
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May 26, 2026
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Zayed National Museum to host poetry ‘activation’
On Thursday 23 May, Experience Abu Dhabi will launch a poetry activation at Zayed National Museum, the national museum of the UAE.
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May 26, 2026
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HC acquits first accused in Attappadi Madhu lynching case
In a landmark judgment that revisits one of Kerala’s most disturbing incidents of mob violence, the Kerala High Court on Monday acquitted the first accused in the 2018 Attappadi Madhu lynching case while simultaneously enhancing the punishment awarded to the remaining convicts, including imposing life imprisonment on key accused persons.
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May 26, 2026
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Viral satirical group alleges govt crackdown
A viral social media account focusing on the concerns of India’s Gen Z has come under attack, with its founder alleging hacking and threats to his family after it won millions of followers disenchanted with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.
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May 26, 2026
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Migrants step up to support community in war-hit Beirut
At a busy Beirut centre, migrant volunteers stirred pots of okra soup and shaped balls of the African staple fufu, keeping food coming for those caught between the latest Israel-Hizbollah war.
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May 26, 2026
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Green Belt Ladies Park walkway opens in Sharjah
Sharjah Municipality announced the completion of the Green Belt Ladies Park's walkway, opening it to the public for walking and jogging from Monday.
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May 26, 2026
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9-year-old needs Dhs1.8m for enzyme replacement therapy
Wolman disease is threatening the life of Tameem, a 9-year-old child, who needs 24 injections a year with a total value of Dhs1,851,382.
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May 26, 2026
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Autism forum advances inclusive practices
Reinforcing its commitment to leading the national dialogue on inclusion and inclusive education, and to providing a platform that brings together decision-makers, experts, educational leaders, teachers, and partners, the Emirates College for Advanced Education (ECAE) has concluded the 11th Annual Autism Forum, held over two days, with wide participation from educators, families, and strategic partners.
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May 26, 2026
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Core42 raises $550m from HSBC to scale AI infrastructure
Core42, a G42 company specialising in sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure, announced the successful arrangement of two structured trade finance facilities amounting to $550 million with HSBC to accelerate its AI cloud and compute deployments across the United States and Europe.
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