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Mum-to-be Deepika Padukone returns to set
Actor Deepika Padukone appears to have resumed work commitments shortly after announcing her second pregnancy with actor Ranveer Singh, as filmmaker Punit Malhotra shared a new behind-the-scenes picture from a shoot featuring the actor.
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April 23, 2026
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UAE mourns influential Emirati poet Sultan bin Khalifa Al Habtoor
The Federal National Council (FNC) has expressed its condolences following the passing of Emirati poet and former member Sultan bin Khalifa Al Jutour, who leaves behind a notable legacy in both public service and the cultural sphere.
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April 23, 2026
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United Arab Bank posts Dh75M net profit for Q1
United Arab Bank (UAB) on Wednesday announced that it posted a net profit of Dh75 million in the first quarter of 2026, supported by steady balance sheet expansion and stronger core income, even as regional markets grappled with heightened geopolitical and global volatility.
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April 23, 2026
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Tourist gets lost passports, iPhone back in four hours
A tourist’s story about how he lost his bag in Dubai, containing important documents, and how the police recovered it within just a few hours has sparked fresh online discussion about the city’s safety and the efficiency of the emirate’s authorities.
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April 23, 2026
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Counting over a billion citizens: Inside India’s mega census drive
Sukhwinder Kaur battles the scorching sun as she trudges door-to-door in New Delhi as part of India’s colossal exercise to count more than one billion citizens.
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April 23, 2026
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Dubai has a new homegrown 10-minute play festival
The theatre festival at Alserkal Avenue spotlights diverse voices through original short plays
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April 23, 2026
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The super-rich in Dubai are younger than global peers
Dubai is home to 900 ultra-rich people with assets of $30 million (Dh110 million), and a majority of foreign-born millionaires come from India, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia, according to a new study released on Wednesday.
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April 23, 2026
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IB, UK exams stay cancelled despite classroom return
Schools prioritise coursework and wellbeing while students navigate uncertainty around final assessments
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April 23, 2026
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RAK Crown Prince performs Emirati ‘Yola’ dance at mass wedding
A video capturing Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah, performing a traditional Emirati dance at a mass wedding in Ras Al Khaimah has gone viral, offering a striking moment of celebration that blends leadership, culture, and national pride.
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April 23, 2026
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UK inflation, showing first hit from Iran war, jumps to 3.3%
British inflation rose to 3.3 per cent in March from 3.0 per cent in February, according to data showing the first impact on prices from the Iran war which the Bank of England fears could lead to a return of the country’s persistently high inflation problem.
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April 23, 2026
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Young pacer Raza claims historic hat trick as Peshawar Zalmi beat Karachi Kings
Kusal Mendis struck an unbeaten 80 off 43 balls and shared a decisive 119-run partnership with Farhan Yousaf as Peshawar Zalmi chased down 183 with seven wickets and seven balls to spare against Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday.
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April 23, 2026
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Lynk & Co's first GT concept car to debut at 2026 Beijing Auto Show
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April 23, 2026
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Indian Supreme Court launches 'doorstep delivery of justice'
The Indian Supreme Court has launched a nationwide initiative to ensure “doorstep delivery of justice” to ensure amicable settlement of pending cases through consent-based dispute resolution.
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April 23, 2026
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Philippine VP's impeachment: Anti-corruption or political spectacle
The Philippine House of Representatives (HoR) is continuing its hearings on two approved impeachment complaints against the country's Vice-President Sara Duterte, erstwhile ally now bitter political rival of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
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April 23, 2026
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India's Kolkata commuters hit by transport crisis as buses, cabs taken for April polls
Thousands of harried commuters in Kolkata are facing a massive challenge as buses, cabs and even school vehicles have been taken over for election duties.
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April 23, 2026
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Landlords pricing units correctly are able to let
Landlords in Dubai who price their rental units correctly and present them well to potential tenants are able to let their properties as the market has become more competitive, according to Betterhomes.
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April 23, 2026
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'Came to Dubai to do something big'
Sameer Michael has come to be known as the 'Talabat guy who dances' to Bollywood chartbusters, but who is he when he takes off that orange uniform? The Dubai-based delivery rider opens up about the dream that brought him to the city
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April 23, 2026
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Sydney Sweeney's scene dropped from The Devil Wears Prada 2
Sydney Sweeney was originally set to appear in the highly-awaited The Devil Wears Prada 2, but her cameo was ultimately removed during the final edit, according to Variety.
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April 23, 2026
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Mena business travel rebounds as bookings jump 20%
Business travel across the Middle East and North Africa gathered fresh momentum in early 2026, with bookings surging in February and regional demand continuing to outpace global trends despite geopolitical disruptions that softened activity toward the end of the quarter.
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April 23, 2026
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Kerala orders judicial probe after Thrissur fireworks blast kills 14
The Kerala government on Wednesday ordered a judicial inquiry into the circumstances that led to the blast at a fireworks unit in Thrissur, where 14 people were killed Tuesday.
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April 23, 2026
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ICC rejects bid to release Philippine ex-president
International Criminal Court judges Wednesday threw out a challenge against the court’s jurisdiction by Rodrigo Duterte, meaning the former Philippines president could still stand trial over his war on drugs.
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April 23, 2026
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Israeli strikes kill three in Lebanon; Beirut to seek truce extension
Israeli strikes killed three people in Lebanon on Wednesday, Lebanese state media said, despite an ongoing 10-day ceasefire, which an official said Beirut will request an extension for in the upcoming talks with Israel in Washington.
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April 23, 2026
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Priyanka Chopra, Richard Madden's Citadel 2 to be out soon
There’s great news for the fans of Citadel as the new season is all set to stream on Prime Video on May 6.
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April 23, 2026
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METRO GOES GOLD
AFTER THE RED, GREEN AND BLUE LINES, SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM APPROVES DH34 BILLION UNDERGROUND DUBAI METRO GOLD LINE WITH 18 STATIONS ACROSS 42KM
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April 23, 2026
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UAE, Gulf states foil multiple terror plots in recent weeks: Iran links, key details
UAE authority details how a recently arrested terror group allegedly operated, recruited members and moved funds, with visuals showing materials recovered during operations
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April 23, 2026
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UAE bans banks from using WhatsApp for financial services
The Central Bank of UAE (CBUAE) has instructed all banks and licensed financial institutions in the country to immediately stop using instant messaging platforms such as Whatsapp to deliver financial services or collect customer information.
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April 23, 2026
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EGA buys 80% stake in Italian firm Eco Green
As aluminium producers globally accelerate efforts to cut emissions and secure recycled feedstock, consolidation in Europe's aluminium recycling market is gathering pace.
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April 23, 2026
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High-paying jobs: UAE, Saudi lead surge in global hiring
Across the Gulf, more than five million private sector jobs are expected to be created by 2030
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April 23, 2026
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Extreme heat threatens global food systems: UN agencies
Extreme heat is pushing global agrifood systems to the brink, threatening the livelihoods and health of more than a billion people, according to a new report by the UN's food and weather agencies.
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April 23, 2026
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Du records Q1 growth despite Iran conflict
Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company, popularly known as du, recorded net profit and revenue growth in the first quarter of 2026 despite March being a challenging month due to the outbreak of the regional conflict.
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