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ENJOY YOUR FICTION IN THE COMPANY OF FELINE GRACE
A popular silent reading party, co-hosted by reading club LB Bookworms, mimics a cat cafe, and according to the book club's founder, Martha Esquivias, the event has sold out nearly every month since its debut last November
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October 11, 2025
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The wrong way to fight homelessness
Across the country, cities have taken to cracking down on people who lack housing — not by finding them places to live, but by kicking them out of the places they are seeking shelter.
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October 11, 2025
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Haiti thrash Nicaragua in WC qualifier to go top of group
Haiti swept past hosts Nicaragua 3-0 on Thursday to move to the top of Group C in the final round of 2026 World Cup qualifying for North and Central America and the Caribbean (CONCACAF).
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October 11, 2025
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Ministry to showcase its digital initiatives
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) will showcase the latest milestones in its government digital transformation journey, as well as its innovative initiatives and efforts to develop financial services and strengthen digital infrastructure at GITEX Global 2025, taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 13th to 17th October.
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October 11, 2025
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Greyserman grabs lead at Baycurrent Classic
Max Greyserman carded an 8-under 63 in the second round on Friday to secure a four-stroke lead at the US PGA Tour's Baycurrent Classic in Yokohama, Japan.
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October 11, 2025
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President enacts law to protect financial stability
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued Federal Decree Law No. (6) of 2025, regarding the Central Bank, and the regulation of financial institutions and activities and insurance activities.
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October 11, 2025
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Ueda scores late to help Japan salvage draw against Paraguay in friendly
Japan scored an injury-time equaliser to earn a 2-2 friendly home draw with Paraguay on Friday as both World Cup-bound teams stepped up their preparations for next year’s tournament.
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October 11, 2025
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Kerr back in Australia squad for first time since '23
Sam Kerr received her first Australia call-up for almost two years on Friday when the totemic striker was included in the squad for women's international friendlies against Wales and England in Britain.
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October 11, 2025
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Badenoch has a brilliant idea – will Reeves steal it?
It is what they call fox hunting season in Westminster, when parties race to steal their opponents’ best policies. To “shoot the fox” is to spoil the hunters’ fun. It is a brutal and ruthless sport — and so far, Kemi Badenoch is winning. Her “fox” — her pledge to abolish stamp duty — was a theatrical coup that sent Conservatives home from their conference happier than they had any right to be. And it makes a difficult Budget for Rachel Reeves even harder. When we describe this Budget as “difficult”, we are using the word in its high mandarin sense, by which a senior civil servant might advise a minister that the government may soon be entering a terminal crisis.
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October 11, 2025
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Maktoum reaffirms UAE's drive to forging strategic partnerships
Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance, and President of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), on Friday met with Nonkululeko Nyembezi, Independent Non-Executive Chairperson of Standard Bank Group (SBG), one of Africa's largest banks.
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October 11, 2025
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Liam Gallagher, Fury join mourners at Hatton funeral
Oasis star Liam Gallagher and heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury were among the mourners at the funeral of British former world champion Ricky Hatton as Manchester stopped to pay tribute to the “Hitman” on Friday.
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October 11, 2025
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From yellow to smart: The evolution of the school bus
A transplant from Miami, Anallive Calle learned her way around Kansas City from behind the wheel of a big yellow school bus.
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October 11, 2025
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Medvedev joins unheralded cousins in Shanghai semis; Paolini stuns Swiatek at Wuhan Open
Daniil Medvedev said he was showing “signs of my previous self” after the former world number one eased past Alex de Minaur 6-4, 6-4 on Friday to reach the Shanghai Masters semifinals.
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October 11, 2025
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Huma Qureshi calls her role as Rani Bharti in 'Maharani 4' her boldest yet
Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi is all set to reprise her role as Rani Bharti in the upcoming season of \"Maharani 4.\" The actress described her character as her boldest and most intense yet, giving a glimpse of the fierce performance.
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October 11, 2025
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Hamdan Foundation launches ‘Future Science Challenge'
Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences officially launched the fifth edition of the Future Science Challenge on Thursday across the Arab region.
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October 11, 2025
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Salah scores twice as Egypt qualify for 2026 WC with win over Djibouti
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah scored twice to help Egypt beat Djibouti 3-0 in Casablanca on Wednesday and qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
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October 10, 2025
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Home comforts beckon as reeling Wirtz returns to Germany duty
After a difficult start in Liverpool, midfielder Florian Wirtz will hope a return to the familiar surroundings of international duty with Germany will ignite a turnaround in form.
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October 10, 2025
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Arab Financial Forum in Tangier wraps up
The third Arab Financial Forum for the Sharjah Award for Public Finance wrapped up in Tangier, Morocco.
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October 10, 2025
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Dubai launches 'City Inspector' initiative
Dubai Municipality has launched the “City Inspector” initiative, a first-of-its-kind programme to prepare and certify qualified inspectors across various municipal sectors.
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October 10, 2025
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Ajman's realty deals hit Dhs8.12b in Q3
AJMAN: Ajman’s Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation announced the registration of 5,048 real estate transactions during the third quarter of 2025, with a total value exceeding Dhs8.12 billion, marking a 478 growth compared to the same period last year.
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October 10, 2025
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Kriti Sanon calls her Filmfare Awards tribute performance ‘truly magical'
Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon has opened up about performing a special tribute at the Filmfare Awards 2025. In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, she described the moment as truly magical.
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October 10, 2025
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Oz's Richardson eyes return to competitive cricket after shoulder injury
Australia fast bowler Jhye Richardson is nearing a long-awaited return to competitive cricket after recovering from shoulder surgery, with hopes of being available for the later stages of the Ashes series if Australia need fast-bowling reinforcements.
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October 10, 2025
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How Victoria pulled off a rebranding many stars would envy
Spice Girl. Aspiring solo singer. Queen of the Wags. Tabloid figure of fun. Celebrated fashion designer. Head of Britain's other royal family. Across three decades in the public eye, Victoria Beckham has undergone a very public metamorphosis, the likes of which few stars would have been able to pull off.
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October 10, 2025
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Labour must prove it can be trusted on the economy
Labour's most pressing task is putting public finances on a sustainable footing. Far away from the noisy culture wars about race, flags and swans, in recent weeks bond markets have shown some more disturbing trends in terms of the interest rates the UK government must pay to raise the long-term money it needs to keep going.
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October 10, 2025
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Union Insurance launches new portal
Union Insurance Company, a leading provider of innovative customer-focused insurance solutions to individuals and organisations in the UAE, is proud to announce the launch of its new online healthcare portal, offering individuals the ability to browse, compare, and purchase health insurance policies at their convenience.
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October 10, 2025
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Macron warns Israel settlements threaten Palestinian state
French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Thursday that expanding Israeli settlements threatened a Palestinian state and US-led peace efforts, as France hosted Arab and European ministers hours after a Gaza ceasefire deal was announced.
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October 10, 2025
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Djokovic enters Shanghai semis as Vacherot's fairytale run continues; Sabalenka extends Wuhan winning run
Fourth seed Novak Djokovic battled past a spirited Zizou Bergs 6-3 7-5 on Thursday to reach the Shanghai Masters semifinals for a IOth time, setting up a clash with surprise package and world number 204 Valentin Vacherot.
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October 10, 2025
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Brazil's Ancelotti credits team spirit as key to FIFA WC ambitions
Player attitude counts for more than tactical strategy, Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Thursday as he aims to make the five-time world champions once again a major force on the global stage.
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October 10, 2025
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Celebrations erupt after ceasefire announced
Palestinians and Israelis rejoiced on Thursday after a ceasefire and hostage deal was announced under the first phase of US President Donald Trump's initiative to end the war in Gaza.
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October 10, 2025
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Ajman Bank wins first place at prestigious Nafis Awards
Ajman Bank announced that it has been awarded first place in the Medium-sized Entities category at the prestigious Nafis Awards, recognizing its leading role in advancing Emiratization and creating sustainable career pathways for UAE Nationals in the banking sector.
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