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First Ramadan after truce brings flicker of joy in devastated Gaza
Today, I can barely prepare a main dish and a side dish.
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February 19, 2026
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UAE Floating Hospital brings a lot of hope to Palestinian girl
The UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish is providing specialised medical care to 13-year-old Palestinian girl Sama Mohammed Ibrahim Al Ghareez, who was transferred from the Gaza Strip, under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, as part of the UAE's continued humanitarian and medical support for Palestinian patients and the injured.
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February 19, 2026
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Afghan woman's boutique brightens Bamiyan
With women banned from most jobs in Afghanistan, an embroidery boutique run by 22-year-old Rahima Alavi is a surprising and treasured sight in Bamiyan.
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February 19, 2026
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New FemTech Hub in Dubai to address gaps in women's health
FemTech Hub aims to catalyse collaboration and drive science-backed progress
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February 19, 2026
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Fasting to reach 13 hours and 25 minutes by end of Ramadan
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) clarified that the fasting hours at the beginning of Ramadan are about 12 hours and 46 minutes, gradually increasing to approximately 13 hours and 25 minutes by the end of the month, according to the local time in Abu Dhabi city.
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February 19, 2026
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CM Maryam sets deadline for police reforms in Punjab
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has set a three-month deadline for comprehensive police reforms, directing the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and senior officers to personally contact citizens for feedback on policing standards across the province.
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February 19, 2026
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Sabarimala's chief priest bailed in gold heist case
A court in Kerala on Wednesday granted bail to Kandararu Rajeevaru, the senior tantri (chief priest) of the Sabarimala Temple, in connection with the shrine’s gold misappropriation case.
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February 19, 2026
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Education ministry's plans reviewed
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, received Sarah Bint Yousif Al Amiri, Minister of Education, on Wednesday morning at the Al-Badi’ Palace.
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February 19, 2026
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Ahead of Oscars, Binoche hails strength of Cannes winners
For Oscar winner Juliette Binoche, the head of last year's jury at the Cannes film festival, it's not hard to understand why the movies that succeeded on the Croisette go on to win accolades in Hollywood.
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February 19, 2026
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Head coach Hayes picks US squad for SheBelieves Cup eyeing World Cup bid
US women’s coach Emma Hayes has selected a 26-player squad for next month's SheBelieves Cup with one eye firmly on World Cup qualifying, naming her first team without any uncapped players since taking charge two years ago.
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February 19, 2026
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Feyenoord switch countries for Sterling training
Dutch club Feyenoord moved their training this week to neighbouring Belgium to allow Raheem Sterling to work with his new teammates, coach Robin van Persie said.
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February 19, 2026
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Shiffrin claims Olympic slalom title; Su gives China 1st gold
Mikaela Shiffrin won Olympic slalom gold on Wednesday to end her eight-year Winter Games medal drought and bring some solace to the US ski team.
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February 19, 2026
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UAE, US leaders focus on ties and regional stability
Sheikh Mohamed receives US senator Lindsey Graham; President and King of Morocco exchange Ramadan greetings; Abu Dhabi CP to participate in India AI Impact Summit on behalf of President.
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February 19, 2026
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Guirassy fires Dortmund to 2-0 first-leg win over Atalanta
Striker Serhou Guirassy scored one goal and created another as hosts Borussia Dortmund claimed a 2-0 victory over Italian visitors Atalanta in the first leg of their Champions League playoff tie on Tuesday.
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February 19, 2026
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Reds captain Van Dijk hails Szoboszlai as future 'leader'
Virgil van Dijk has indicated Dominik Szoboszlai could succeed him as Liverpool captain after labelling the midfielder as someone capable of “being a leader for this team”.
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February 19, 2026
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Foundation fulfils wishes of 100 sick children
Coinciding with the advent of the Holy Month of Ramadan, the “Make-A-Wish” Foundation announced the launch of a new humanitarian initiative during the Holy Month, aiming to fulfil 1OO wishes for sick children, as part of its initiatives for the “Year of the Family.”
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February 19, 2026
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8 Dubai Health centres to provide unified medical tests
Medical fitness test procedures for residency visa and occupational health in Dubai will be integrated into a single application and will be conducted through a unified track, to shorten procedures and facilitate the applicant's journey, according to Dubai Health, which announced this as part of the “City Builders” initiatives, under the General Secretariat of the Executive Council of the Emirate of Dubai.
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February 19, 2026
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Meetings explore ways to boost UAE-India economic cooperation
Badr Jafar, Special Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Business and Philanthropy, conducted a two-day visit to New Delhi and Mumbai, holding meetings and engagements with senior business and philanthropy leaders to deepen cooperation in priority economic and social sectors.
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February 19, 2026
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RTA reports 40% growth in Dubai's commercial transport sector in 2025
Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), announced that Dubai's commercial transport sector recorded significant growth in 2025, exceeding 40% in the number of licensed companies compared with 2024.
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February 19, 2026
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Madushanka set to replace injured Pathiran for rest of T20 World Cup
The Event Technical Committee of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 on Wednesday approved Dilshan Madushanka as a replacement for Matheesha Pathirana in the Sri Lanka squad.
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February 19, 2026
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Bangladesh PM names cabinet after election win
Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has named a former commerce minister to steer the country’s troubled economy and kept the defence portfolio for himself as he formed his first cabinet.
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February 19, 2026
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Islamic body's instructions for Taraweeh prayers
Imams and preachers have been urged to consider the conditions of worshippers and the importance of moderation and brevity in Taraweeh prayers, according to Dr Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments and Zakat (GAIAE).
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February 19, 2026
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Nashville and LAFC head home on top at CONCACAF
Second-half goals from Woobens Pacius and Sam Surridge lifted Nashville SC to a 2-0 victory over Atletico Ottawa on Tuesday in Hamilton, Ontario, during the first leg of a CONCACAF Champions Cup opening-round series.
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February 19, 2026
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Mbappe calls for Prestianni ban over racist slur at Vinicius
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe said Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni should be banned from the Champions League after the Argentine was accused of directing a racist slur at Vinicius Jr during the Spanish side's IO playoff first-leg win on Tuesday.
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February 19, 2026
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Varsity launches BSc in Advertising and PR
Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Dubai has announced the launch of a new Bachelor of Science in Advertising and Public Relations (PR), to prepare students for leadership roles in the transforming sector.
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February 19, 2026
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Paudel credits Airee and fans as Nepal beat Scotland for consolation win
Nepal Captain Rohit Paudel gave credit to the lessons they learnt in the close defeat to England and the steely nerves shown by his bowlers and batters in the death overs for their maiden win in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in 12 attempts in the final league match against Scotland at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday.
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February 19, 2026
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Deal signed to support startups, SMEs
Al Fardan Exchange has entered into a strategic partnership with the Sharjah Entrepreneurship centre (Sheraa) to support startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with tailored money transfer and financial solutions.
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February 19, 2026
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Ajman University earns 5+ QS Stars Overall Rating
Ajman University has been awarded a 5+ QS Stars Overall Rating, the highest distinction granted through the QS Stars University Rating System.
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February 19, 2026
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India and Spain leaders discuss bilateral relations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held a bilateral meeting with Spanish President Pedro Sanchez in New Delhi, and discussed ways to expand cooperation across trade, economy, health, digital technology, innovation and several other key sectors.
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February 19, 2026
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Adryelson scores double as Al Wasl beat Al Zawraa to enter ACL Two quarter-final
Adryelson scored twice as Al Wasl completed a magnificent comeback to defeat Iraq's Al Zawraa SC 4-2 after extra-time in the second leg of their AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 Round of 16 tie at the Zabeel Stadium on Tuesday.
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