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Stay indoors during daytime, Hajj pilgrims told
Saudi authorities have asked pilgrims performing the Hajj to remain in their tents for several hours during the high point of this week's pilgrimage, citing high temperatures.
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June 04, 2025
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Faya Palaeolandscape marks 11 years in UNESCO programme
Sharjah's Faya Palaeolandscape, one of the most scientifically significant prehistory archaeological sites in Arabia, continues to serve as a cornerstone in UNESCO's Human Evolution, Adaptations, Dispersals and Social Developments (HEADS) programme.
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June 04, 2025
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Satwik-Chirag, Sindhu move ahead at Indonesia Open
India’s top-ranked men's doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, kept the country’s hopes alive at the prestigious Indonesia Open Super 1000 with a determined opening-round win on Tuesday.
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June 04, 2025
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27 killed, dozens wounded near Gaza aid site; UN seeks probe
At least 27 Palestinians were killed and dozens wounded by Israeli fire near a food distribution site in southern Gaza on Tuesday, health officials said, in a third day running of chaos and bloodshed to blight the aid operation.
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June 04, 2025
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Kerala accuses Centre of bias in granting flood aid
Kerala is poised to raise concerns with the Union government over what it sees as a double standard in the approval of foreign aid to different states during times of calamities.
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June 04, 2025
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Asia Cup in limbo amid Indo-Pak ongoing rift
This year's Asia Cup hangs in the balance following the recent clashes between tournament hosts India and arch-rivals Pakistan.
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June 04, 2025
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Rabee Securities posts 0.7% growth in May
The Rabee Securities Iraq Stock Exchange Index (RSISX Index) rose by 0.7% in May, supported by gains in Asiacell, Baghdad Soft Drinks, National Bank of Iraq, and Al-Mansour Bank.
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June 04, 2025
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Two jailed for 3 months over drug abuse
The Dubai Misdemeanour Court sentenced two Asian nationals to three months in jail, to be followed by deportation, and banned them from transferring or depositing any funds to others, either personally or through intermediaries, without prior approval from the Central Bank of the UAE, in coordination with the Ministry of Interior.
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June 04, 2025
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AD Ports Group opens first phase of Tbilisi Intermodal hub in Georgia
The state-of-the-art, rail-linked logistics centre connects the Caspian and Black seas through Georgia, forming a vital part of the Middle Corridor
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June 04, 2025
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Watch and Jewellery Show attracts global firms
The 55th Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show featured the participation of over 500 local and international exhibitors, representing high-end brands in gold, diamonds, and luxury watches, in addition to 1,800 high-profile designers, manufacturers, and industry professionals.
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June 04, 2025
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Sharjah Municipality bans sale of Zamzam water
The Sharjah City Municipality announced a ban on the sale and circulation of Zamzam water in commercial establishments operating in Sharjah, adding that it would intensify its inspection campaign of these establishments to ensure their compliance with its decision.
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June 04, 2025
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216 inmates escape Karachi jail after earthquake panic
A total of 216 inmates escaped from Malir Jail Karachi amid an evacuation triggered by earthquake tremors, with dozens of them having been recaptured by police.
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June 04, 2025
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MoHRE bans midday work from June 15 to Sept.15
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced a ban on outdoor work directly under the sun and in open places between 12:30pm and3pm from June 15 to Sept.15.
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June 04, 2025
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Work hours for GDRFA on Eid holidays
The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai (GDRFA) has announced its official working hours during Eid Al-Adha holiday, which will begin on Thursday, June 5, with regular operations resuming on Monday, June 9, 2095.
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June 04, 2025
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Kohli and RCB win maiden IPL title, break 18-year jinx
For a brief moment, it seemed like history might repeat itself!
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June 04, 2025
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3 Britons face death penalty in Indonesia
Three British nationals accused of smuggling nearly a kilogramme of cocaine into Indonesia were charged on Tuesday in a court on the tourist island of Bali.
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June 04, 2025
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ECP may summon PM, Punjab CM over local government polls delay
Asthe Centre and Punjab continue todragtheirfeet on local government polls, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) SikandarSultan Raja has warned that Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz can be summoned in case the long overdue polls were not held.
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June 04, 2025
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Emirates and Air China to explore enhanced tie up
Emirates and Air China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a strategic framework for expanding their existing reciprocal interline cooperation.
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June 04, 2025
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Sancho to leave Chelsea after loan spell: Reports
Chelsea have rejected the chance to sign Jadon Sancho permanently from Manchester United after the winger failed to agree personal terms at Stamford Bridge, reports said Tuesday.
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June 04, 2025
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Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson discusses the road ahead in acting
Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson said she remains committed to acting in projects she'd personally enjoy watching, even as she makes her directorial debut with the new drama film “Eleanor the Great.”
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June 04, 2025
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4m have fled Sudan since start of war: UN
More than four million people have fled Sudan since the start of the conflict in 2023, the United Nations said on Tuesday, calling the figure a “devastating milestone.”
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June 04, 2025
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Eurozone long-dated yields fall, inflation below ECB target
Long-dated Eurozone government bond yields fell on Tuesday, as slowing Eurozone inflation buoyed expectations for a European Central Bank rate cut this week, while a strong Japanese auction earlier lifted sentiment across big bond markets.
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June 04, 2025
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Hong Kong nabs hundreds in crackdown on scam operations
HONG KONG: More than 1,800 people have been arrested in a joint operation across Asia targeting scam networks, police in Hong Kong said on Tuesday.
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June 04, 2025
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UAE, Kuwait broaden scope of partnerships
The agreements aim to enhance bilateral cooperation across various sectors and to build effective partnerships that serve the mutual interests and development priorities of both countries.
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June 04, 2025
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Swiatek sweeps aside Svitolina to set up semis showdown with Sabalenka
Four-times champion Iga Swiatek of Poland swept aside Ukraine's Elina Svitolina 6-1 7-5 on a windy day at the French Open on Tuesday to earn a semi-final spot and stay in the hunt for a record-breaking victory in Paris.
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June 04, 2025
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Court orders woman to pay Dhs30,000 to another
The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil, and Administrative Cases Court has ordered a woman to pay Dhs30,000 to another woman who she agreed with to join a joint savings scheme (known as a “jam'iya\").
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June 04, 2025
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McIlroy leads strong field at Abu Dhabi HSBC C’ship
Grand slam winner and five-time Major Champion Rory Mcllroy will return to Yas Links for the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship from Nov.6-9 as he bids to win a seventh Race to Dubai Rankings crown.
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June 04, 2025
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Passive cooling solutions to curb oppressive heat conditions
The impact of heat in India has been severe in recent years, with numerous heat-related deaths, widespread reports of heatstroke and school closures reported. This year, the thermometer climbed above 40°C in many places in late April, earlier than normal, according to a United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) feature.
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June 04, 2025
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Calling Cameron ‘man baby’ for resigning over Brexit
We hardly need reminding that Brexit is barely living up to the ideal of the buccaneering “global Britain” we were promised. Right now, it’s more like a clown show.
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June 04, 2025
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Dubai ‘Surprises’ all, even India’s power couple Virat and Anushka
DUBAI: The Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has unveiled its new campaign ~ “Dubai, Ready For a Surprise” ~ starring cricket icon Virat Kohli and celebrated actor and entrepreneur Anushka Sharma.
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