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Hantavirus poses minimum risk to general public: WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) insisted on Friday that the hantavirus outbreak posed a minimal risk to the general public, as countries prepared to repatriate passengers stuck on the cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak.
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May 09, 2026
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'Elitist' WC leaves Mexican family on sidelines
A passion for football binds three generations of the Rueda family in Mexico City, from Pele fan Fernando to Maradona aficionado Jairo and France follower Emilio.
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May 09, 2026
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1986 Malayalam classic chosen as India's entry at Cannes
A crowdfunded experimental Malayalam film from 1986, directed by avant-garde filmmaker John Abraham, has been selected as India’s official entry to the Cannes Film Festival, which opens next week.
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May 09, 2026
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Engineering student stabbed to death over affair
An engineering student was stabbed to death in Hyderabad for carrying on an alleged love affair despite warnings, police said on Friday.
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May 09, 2026
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Pak records decline in child stunting under BNP
Pakistan has recorded a major decline in child stunting under the Benazir Nashonuma Programme (BNP), along with improvements in maternal and newborn health outcomes.
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May 09, 2026
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Emirates unveils a new UAE flag livery on A380
Emirates on Friday unveiled a striking livery of a large UAE flag emblazoned across the fuselage of its iconic Airbus A380 aircraft, the world’s largest commercial passenger aircraft.
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May 09, 2026
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Al Jaber inaugurates Dhs200m plant
Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, today officially inaugurated the Dhs200 million recycled container board manufacturing facility of Star Paper Mill in Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), at the Make it in the Emirates 2026 in Abu Dhabi.
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May 09, 2026
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Temperature likely to drop today, says NCM
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) expects Saturday's weather to be generally clear and sometimes dusty, with another drop in temperatures.
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May 09, 2026
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ADP warn against misuse of e-scooters
Abu Dhabi Police, as part of Gulf Traffic Week and in cooperation with the Monitoring and Control Centre, warned of the danger of using electric scooters in areas not designated for their use, and without adhering to protective and safety measures, due to the accidents and injuries this may cause, threatening the safety of road users.
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May 09, 2026
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Make it in the Emirates witnesses over 200 agreements in Abu Dhabi
The Make it in the Emirates 2026, the fifth and largest edition of the UAE's flagship industrial platform, concluded on strong note, closing a week that demonstrated the UAE is built to keep building.
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May 09, 2026
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For Roya Vahidi art provides a canvas for emotional connection and dialogue
Roya Vahidi is an Iranian-born visual artist based in Dubai.
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May 09, 2026
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Villa crush Forest to set up Europa League final showdown vs Freiburg
Aston Villa reached their first European final for 44 years in memorable style with a 4-0 demolition of Nottingham Forest in the Europa League semifinals on Thursday.
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May 09, 2026
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50-year-old Sharjah woman gets new lease of life
Ola Mahmoud Ali, a 50-year-old Egyptian expatriate woman residing in Sharjah, got a new hope of life with an innovative procedure performed on her at a hospital in Sharjah to restore the natural rhythm of her heart.
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May 09, 2026
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Chinese firm eyes bold vision for future mobility
OMODA & JAECOO has showcased its Ecosystem Pavilion at the Chery International Business Summit 2026 in Wuhu, China, presenting a bold vision for future mobility where technology, lifestyle, and user experience converge.
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May 09, 2026
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BJP names Adhikari as new CM in West Bengal after sweeping win
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party named a chief minister of West Bengal state on Friday, cementing its thumping win in key elections in the bastion long held by its adversary.
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May 09, 2026
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BJP steps up attack on TMC over Chandranath killing
Senior leaders of the West Bengal unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday indirectly targeted the top leadership of the Trinamool Congress over the brutal murder of Chandranath Rath, the longtime personal assistant of outgoing Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly Suvendu Adhikari, on the night of May 6.
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May 08, 2026
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Kajol shares unique 'handmade' creation following much hyped Met Gala event
Bollywood actress Kajol, who was last seen in the streaming chat show “Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle,\" has shared her creation following the much hyped Met Gala 2026.
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May 08, 2026
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Mohamed, Sisi reaffirm push for regional peace
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Abdel Fattah Al Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, who is on a fraternal visit to the UAE.
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May 08, 2026
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SZBA to host conferences across top Italian varsities
The Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA), one of the Arab world’s most prestigious literary awards, in collaboration with the Alma Mater Studiorum - Università di Bologna, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, and the University of Naples “L’Orientale,” announced a series of academic conferences to take place between II and 15 May, 2026.
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May 08, 2026
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DUBAI SHINES
AS VISITORS ENJOY SAFETY AND SERENITY
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May 08, 2026
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June 30 is final deadline for Emiratisation targets
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) affirmed that 30 June, 2026, is the deadline for private sector establishments with 50 or more employees to achieve their Emiratisation targets for the first half of 2026.
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May 08, 2026
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Mbappe, Mourinho, meltdown make Madrid match more mesmerising
Real Madrid meet Clasico rivals Barcelona on Sunday in a state of high tension and disarray, with anything but a victory handing the Catalans the La Liga title.
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May 08, 2026
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Khaled attends MBZUAI's commencement ceremony
Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has attended the 2026 commencement ceremony of Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI).
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May 08, 2026
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Ashley McBryde fell off the horse and went into the 'Wild'
A few years ago, Ashley McBryde fell off the horse.
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May 08, 2026
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Unbeaten Al Ain claim Pro League title with two rounds remaining
Al Ain were crowned ADNOC Pro League champions with two matches to spare after a commanding 5-0 victory over Sharjah in matchweek 24 on Wednesday.
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May 08, 2026
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2 investors told to pay Dhs17.2m to sellers
Two investors backed out of completing a deal to purchase a plot of land worth Dhs17.2 million despite signing the sale contract, and also failed to pay the deposit cheque for Dhs1.72 million, so the sellers resorted to the Real Estate Court in Dubai to settle the dispute.
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May 08, 2026
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Army warns of strong response to any attack against Pakistan
Any hostile design against Pakistan will be countered with “even greater strength, precision and resolve far stronger than what was witnessed by India during “Marka-e-Haq” (battle of truth) in May last year, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in statement.
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May 08, 2026
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Children among 6 killed in mortar attack on market in Hangu district
Six people, including two children, were killed when mortar shells hit a market in a turbulent area of northwestern Pakistan, a police official said on Thursday.
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May 08, 2026
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Dress codes are no way to fix what is broken
Late last year, Target Corp. started giving detailed guidance to store employees about how to act.
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May 08, 2026
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Over 250 kids fall ill after eating mid-day meal
A major health scare unfolded on Thursday in Saharsa after more than 250 children fell ill following the consumption of a midday meal at the Government Middle School in Baluaha under the Mahishi block area.
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