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Kirstie Gentry reshaping west Georgia’s SWAT team
There were times when Kirstie Gentry wasn't sure she'd pass all the required training and tests to be part of a SWAT team.
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December 05, 2025
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Rain forecasts raise fears in flood-hit Indonesia, Sri Lanka
Rain forecasts on Thursday raised fears of more damage in flood-hit Indonesia and Sri Lanka, after earlier deluges killed more than 1,500 people in four countries.
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December 05, 2025
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Kane and Bayern keep Berlin at bay to reach German Cup quarters
Harry Kane scored a first-half header as Bayern Munich did just enough to reach the German Cup quarterfinals in a 3-2 win at Union Berlin on Wednesday.
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December 05, 2025
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Keralite to return from Yemen after months in Houthi custody
After nearly five months in the custody of Houthi rebels in war-torn Yemen, Kayamkulam native Anilkumar Raveendran is finally on his way home.
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December 05, 2025
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BoE launches stress test of private equity and credit
The Bank of England (BoE) said on Thursday that it was launching a stress test of how the $16 trillion global private equity and private credit industries would deal with a major financial shock.
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December 05, 2025
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MoF signs deal under 'Retail Sukuk' initiative with EIB
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has signed the 3rd agreement under the “Retail Sukuk” initiative with Emirates Islamic Bank, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, enabling UAE citizens and residents to invest in Treasury Sukuk (T-Sukuk) through its innovative digital platform.
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December 05, 2025
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UAE hospitals by Aster DM Healthcare earn top honours
Aster DM Healthcare, one of the leading integrated healthcare providers in the GCC, has achieved a significant milestone with nine hospitals across the Aster DM Healthcare network named in Newsweek's Best Specialised Hospitals Middle East 2026 list.
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December 05, 2025
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SFD boosts government payment options
The Sharjah Finance Department (SFD) announced the activation of a four-month installment payment service in partnership with Tamara, providing customers with a flexible financial option that eases burdens and enhances the quality of the government service experience, without any additional costs or complex procedures.
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December 05, 2025
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Stocks up, dollar on losing streak as investors count on Fed rate cut
Global shares edged up on Thursday, powered by expectations that a US rate cut next week will support the world’s largest economy after a raft of data showed employment is slowing, while the dollar fell for a tenth straight day against a basket of currencies, set for its longest losing streak in over 50 years.
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December 05, 2025
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Small daily acts that make a real difference to your health
Improving your health takes time. You won't see transformative changes after a single nutritious meal or workout, so it can be hard to know what's working and what isn't Someone who doesn't have this problem is Emily Capodilupo, senior vice president of research, algorithms and data at wearable company WHOOP. It's a role that grants her access to research from thousands of data points, so she knows exactly what behaviours have the biggest positive impacts on your health. She shares the routines, rituals and habits that consistently deliver benefits to sleep, fitness and mobility.
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December 05, 2025
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Livingstone's fireworks helps Knight Riders defeat Warriorz
Livingstone found support from Rutherford (45 off 27) through the middle overs, while Hales (32 off 19) and Sharafu (34 off 23) provided a brisk start at the top of the innings. Chasing a formidable target, the Warriorz could not find the start they needed
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December 05, 2025
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Court acquits BYC leader Mahrang in sedition case
An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Karachi has acquitted Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) leader Mahrang Baloch of charges of sedition, creating hatred among communities, public mischief and unlawful assembly.
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December 05, 2025
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EU reviews removing tariffs on VW EVs built in China
The European Commission said on Thursday it was reviewing tariffs on Volkswagen (VW) electric vehicles (EVs) built in China, which the automaker hopes could be replaced with an annual import quota and minimum price mechanism.
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December 05, 2025
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Firm's right to dispose off land invalid, rules court
The Dubai Civil Court has revoked a company’s right to dispose of a plot of land of more than 33 million square feet area, which it had acquired as a gift in 2015, after a bank filed a lawsuit claiming that the right of disposal was invalid, based on the fact that the company that owned the land had declared bankruptcy and owed it more than Dhs97 million under final court rulings, and that the disposal of the land is fraud and a way to get rid of the company's assets in an attempt to evade its obligations.
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December 05, 2025
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Abu Dhabi launches first Festival of Health
The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), in collaboration with the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), has launched the emirate's first-ever Festival of Health, a multi-week celebration designed to make healthy living fun, accessible, and part of everyday life for citizens and residents of all ages.
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December 05, 2025
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Norris won't ask Piastri to gift him title in Abu Dhabi
Lando Norris will not ask McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri to gift him the Formula One title even if that is the only way he can beat Max Verstappen in Sunday's Abu Dhabi season-ender.
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December 05, 2025
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Sonam Kapoor marks eight years since she got 'engaged' to Anand Ahuja
Bollywood fashionista and actress Sonam Kapoor revisited one of the most special moments of her life as she shared a throwback from the day she got engaged to her businessman husband Anand Ahuja in New York.
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December 05, 2025
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Ravindra, Latham tons put Kiwis in command of West Indies Test
Big centuries by Tom Latham and Rachin Ravindra put New Zealand firmly in control of the first Test against the West Indies with a lead of 481 at stumps on day three in Christchurch on Thursday.
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December 05, 2025
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Maresca blasts 'very poor' Chelsea after damaging Premier League defeat vs Leeds
Enzo Maresca slammed lacklustre Chelsea after their English Premier League (EPL) title challenge suffered a huge setback in a shock 3-1 defeat at lowly Leeds United on Wednesday.
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December 05, 2025
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Pakistan allows UN to send aid to Afghanistan through key crossings
Pakistan will allow the United Nations to deliver relief supplies into Afghanistan through two key border crossings that have been closed for nearly two months, a government official said on Thursday.
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December 05, 2025
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UAE flag, images of Zayed and Rashid unfurled atop the Alps
Embodying the nation's remarkable journey and lofty aspirations, the UAE flag and images of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum crested the French Alps courtesy of an expedition under the “Our Flag at the Summit” initiative.
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December 04, 2025
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Emirates activates partnership with Bahamasair
Emirates has officially activated an interline partnership with Bahamasair to provide connectivity to customers travelling to The Bahamas.
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December 04, 2025
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Prosecutors seek 15-year jail for former First Lady Kim
South Korean prosecutors on Wednesday sought a combined 15-year prison sentence for former First Lady Kim Keon Hee, who has been indicted for bribery and other charges and is currently on trial.
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December 04, 2025
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How souvenir penny presses could survive after the end of one-cent coin
A wheel cranks on the machine at the Independence Visitor Center, slowing with every turn until: CLINK! A reward drops out the bottom waiting to be collected.
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December 04, 2025
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Hadjar replaces Tsunoda to partner Verstappen in 2026 as Lindblad joins Lawson at Racing Bulls
Isack Hadjar will replace Yuki Tsunoda in the hot seat as Max Verstappen’s Red Bull teammate next season with Arvid Lindblad joining Liam Lawson at Racing Bulls, the Formula One teams announced on Tuesday.
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December 04, 2025
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Trump's science assault threatens Bay Area innovation engine
Veteran Bay Area biomedical CEO Paul Hastings had to lay off five dozen employees at his company earlier this year, thanks, he said, to what he described as the Trump administration's attacks on universities, science and medical-research funding, he said.
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December 04, 2025
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Sharjah concludes Eid Al Etihad celebrations with huge turnout
Sharjah concluded its spectacular celebrations of the 54th Eid Al Etihad (Union Day) of the United Arab Emirates, following an extensive programme running from 19 November to 2 December across all cities and regions of the Emirate.
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December 04, 2025
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Dubai and Cyprus agree to expand business community partnerships
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the establishment of the Cyprus Business Council.
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December 04, 2025
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President witnesses naval drill in Kerala capital
President Droupadi Murmu attended a grand demonstration by the Indian Navy along the Kerala coast on Wednesday, showcasing India’s maritime capabilities on Navy Day.
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December 04, 2025
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US to face Belgium in pre-WC friendly
The United States will wrap up preparations for the 2026 World Cup with friendlies against Belgium, Portugal and Germany, the US Soccer Federation said Tuesday.
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