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Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chornobyl disaster
Ukraine commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster on Sunday, amid fears that Russia’s four-year war could spark a repeat of the world’s worst nuclear accident that led to thousands of deaths and devastating environmental consequences.
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April 27, 2026
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Sharjah busts international gang that stole over Dhs3m
The Sharjah Police General Command, through its Criminal Investigation Department, successfully dismantled a four-member organised criminal network consisting of African nationals involved in numerous fraudulent activities employing various schemes.
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April 27, 2026
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Ajman floats new financial programme
The Department of Finance in Ajman has launched the \"Financial Empowerment\" programme as a comprehensive community initiative aimed at raising financial literacy and supporting financial stability among various segments of society, including senior citizens, people of determination, as well as school and university students, as part of its strategic approach to enhancing quality of life in the emirate.
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April 27, 2026
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Reading is the heart of every human renaissance: Bodour
Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Education and Book Culture, has launched in cooperation with UNESCO, the global 'Reading for the Future' campaign during ongoing celebrations to mark Rabat as World Book Capital 2026.
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April 27, 2026
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India's master photographer Raghu Rai dies
Internationally acclaimed Indian master photographer Raghu Rai died on Sunday, his family announced.
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April 27, 2026
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Trump survives bid on life; UAE condemns dinner attack
US Investigators on Sunday said the gunman who tried to storm a gala dinner attended by Donald Trump planned to assassinate the US president and other top officials, as scrutiny grew over the event's security.
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April 27, 2026
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Pogacar outlasts teen Seixas to win fourth Liege-Bastogne-Liege crown
World champion Tadej Pogacar won a third straight Liege-Bastogne-Liege on Sunday after a thrilling battle with teenage French sensation Paul Seixas.
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April 27, 2026
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Dancing Diva Nora Fatehi opens up about quitting football after injury
Nora Fatehi jogged down memory lane and recalled her love for football.
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April 27, 2026
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Sorloth strikes as Atleti edge past Bilbao, Alaves post win
Alexander Sorloth struck twice as Atletico Madrid built confidence for their Champions League semifinal clash against Arsenal with a 3-2 win over Athletic Bilbao on Saturday in La Liga.
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April 27, 2026
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ADIO to co-host 5th edition of 'Make it in the Emirates'
Make it in the Emirates 2026, the UAE's national platform for industrial growth and transformation, has announced Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) as the co-host of its fifth and largest edition, taking place from 4th to 7th May at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.
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April 27, 2026
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MBRHE allocates ready homes to citizens
Coinciding with the Year of the Family 2026 initiative, and pursuant to the directives of Sheikha Hind Bint Maktoum Bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE) announced it has commenced the allocation of homes within the Wadi Al Amardi and Al Aweer projects.
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April 27, 2026
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UAE tops global entrepreneurship rankings for fifth year
The UAE maintained its global leadership in the entrepreneurship environment, ranking first globally for the fifth consecutive year in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) 2025/2026 report, surpassing many advanced economies and affirming its position as the best environment for starting and conducting new businesses worldwide.
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April 27, 2026
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Sawe shatters marathon world record in London
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April 27, 2026
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PSG shrug off Angers, inch closer to Ligue 1 title; Lyon pip Auxerre
Paris Saint-Germain took another stride towards the Ligue I crown on Saturday, beating Angers 3-0 to open up a six-point advantage over Lens at the top of the table.
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April 27, 2026
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'Learning uninterrupted' initiative launched
DUBAI: A global learning platform has announced the launch of \"learning uninterrupted\" initiative to offer its suite of premium tools in the hands of educators across the GCC, completely free of charge, through the end of the 2025-2026 academic year, with no contracts, no payment details and no strings attached.
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April 27, 2026
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Dubai global benchmark for efficiency in transport, logistics
Members of the Dubai Delivery Business Group, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chamber of Commerce, have affirmed that the continuity of delivery and last-mile logistics services in Dubai highlights the emirate’s high level of operational resilience and strong competitive advantages.
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April 27, 2026
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Dubai Free Zones Council reviews priorities to support businesses
The Dubai Free Zones Council, chaired by Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, held its 34th meeting to review strategic priorities aimed at enhancing free zone readiness, supporting business sustainability, and keeping pace with evolving economic and regulatory developments.
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April 27, 2026
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Gauff battles through illness, reaches Madrid Open last 16
World number three Coco Gauff fought off more than just her opponent at the Madrid Open on Sunday, overcoming illness and vomiting to beat Sorana Cirstea 4-6 7-5 6-1 and advance to the last 16.
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April 27, 2026
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Sharjah explores new investments, trade partnerships with Hong Kong
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and industry discussed ways to enhance economic and trade cooperation with Hong Kong, exploring prospects for new investment partnerships.
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April 27, 2026
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Heatwave grips Kerala as yellow alert issued
Kerala is reeling under an intensifying spell of heat, with the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) issuing a widespread yellow alert across most districts as temperatures surge well above seasonal norms.
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April 27, 2026
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Stupendous Sudharsan's stellar show steers Gujarat; Kolkata beat Lucknow in Super Over
A dominant top-order performance led by Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, and Jos Buttler helped Gujarat Titans chase down a 159-run target against hosts Chennai Super Kings with remarkable ease, sealing an eight-wicket win with 20 balls to spare at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday.
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April 27, 2026
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Japan wig masters set stage alive for Kabuki performers
Every actor in kabuki — a traditional Japanese performing art celebrated for its striking makeup and elaborate costumes — relies on one final, essential element to fully inhabit their role: the wig.
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April 27, 2026
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SEHA hospital conducts groundbreaking procedure
SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, announced that Corniche Hospital has successfully performed a laparotomy-assisted fetoscopic repair for spina bifida, reflecting the UAE's continued advancement in specialised fetal medicine and complex in-utero interventions.
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April 27, 2026
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Liverpool close in on CL, Hammers and Spurs win in battle for survival
Liverpool moved ever closer to securing Champions League football next season with a 3-1 win over Crystal Palace on Saturday but will be hoping Mohamed Salah has not played his final game for the club.
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April 26, 2026
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UAE's support for people of determination praised
Kevin Baskerville, General Manager of Topland People of Determination and Co-Chair of the International Autism Conference 2026 in Abu Dhabi, said that the UAE's hosting of this prominent global event reflects a firm commitment to enhancing the quality of life for People of Determination and reinforces the country’s position as a global hub for the exchange of expertise in autism spectrum disorder.
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April 26, 2026
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Pilot phase of digital document attestation launched
To align with its strategic goal of offering smart and proactive digital services, while addressing customer needs and feedback, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the launch of the pilot phase for its digital document attestation service.
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April 26, 2026
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Palestinians vote in first local elections since Gaza war
Palestinians in the West Bank and central Gaza voted on Saturday in municipal elections, the first since the war in Gaza erupted, with low early turnout and a limited political field.
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April 26, 2026
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Google to invest up to $40 billion in Anthropic
Google is planning to invest up to $40 billion in Anthropic, the artificial intelligence firm confirmed, expanding a longstanding alliance between the two companies.
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April 26, 2026
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Women, family farmers role vital for local agriculture
The third day of the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026 highlighted the role of women and family farmers in supporting local agriculture, preserving heritage, and strengthening food security.
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April 26, 2026
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Marquez wins Spanish GP sprint despite crash in rain
Ducati’s Marc Marquez pulled off an unlikely victory at the Spanish Grand Prix sprint on Saturday despite crashing in treacherous conditions before swapping bikes in a race that descended into chaos as rain wreaked havoc in Jerez.
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