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Gold rises nearly 2% as US data boosts rate cut hopes
Gold prices rose almost 2%, hitting a one-week high, on Friday after weaker-than-expected US payrolls data boosted Federal Reserve rate cut expectations and fresh tariff announcements spurred safe-haven demand.
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August 02, 2025
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Heatwave hits China's southwest as temperatures rise
Temperatures topping 40 degrees Celsius have broiled Chongqing, a metropolis in China's southwest known for its fiery hotpot restaurants and cyberpunk cityscape, pushing some locals to cope with the increasingly hot weather in innovative ways.
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August 02, 2025
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Sydney hosts talent camp for Afghan eves' refugee team
A group of Afghan refugee players participated in the first of three global talent identification camps in Sydney last month as part of efforts to build a 23-player women's squad for friendly internationals this year, world soccer body FIFA said on Friday.
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August 02, 2025
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Former India player Jamil appointed national football team head coach
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) confirmed the appointment of head coach Khalid Jamil as the new head coach of the senior India men's national football team, following the decision by the AIFF Executive Committee.
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August 02, 2025
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UK house prices rise modestly in July
British house prices rose slightly faster than expected in July, but less than earlier in 2025 when the looming expiry of a tax break accelerated sales, while higher wages were improving affordability, mortgage lender Nationwide said on Friday.
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August 02, 2025
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Bid to recover German Olympian body abandoned
Authorities have abandoned efforts to recover the body of German Olympic biathlete Laura Dahlmeier, who died in a mountaineering accident in Pakistan this week.
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August 02, 2025
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NZ thrash Zimbabwe by 9 wickets to win first Test
New Zealand captain Mitch Santner said a “great collective performance” enabled the Black Caps to beat Zimbabwe by nine wickets on the third day of the first Test at Queens Sports Club on Friday.
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August 02, 2025
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Real's request to postpone Spanish League opener denied, says report
Real Madrid will begin their LaLiga campaign with a home game against Osasuna as scheduled after Spain’s federation (RFEF) rejected their appeal to postpone the Aug. 19 fixture on Thursday, local media reported.
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August 02, 2025
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UAE focuses on steady progress, says Gargash
Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, the diplomatic adviser to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, emphasised that perseverance in work and steady progress on the path of success and development is the approach of the United Arab Emirates, its leadership, and its enduring message.
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August 02, 2025
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Iranian president due in Islamabad today
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will arrive in Islamabad on Saturday on a maiden visit, the Pakistan Foreign Office said in a statement on Friday.
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August 02, 2025
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Leclerc hails Ferrari boss Vasseur's vision post new deal
Charles Leclerc hailed Fred Vasseur's \"vision\" and coldblooded approach after the Ferrari team principal was handed a new contract following speculation about his future.
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August 01, 2025
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Nora Fatehi teams up with Tanzanian musician for cross-cultural fusion track
Nora Fatehi has joined hands with popular Tanzanian musician and songwriter Rayvanny for a vibrant cross-cultural collaboration titled \"Tetema.\" The track, which blends African and Indian musical influences, promises an energetic fusion of rhythms, dance, and global appeal. The peppy number is said to be a high-octane global fusion track that brings Afro-Bongo energy together with a multilingual, cross-cultural twist. As per sources, the recreated version is likely to be titled \"Oh Mama Tetema,\" inspired by the original hit by Rayvanny and Diamond Platnumz.
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August 01, 2025
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Work requirements are a common-sense reform
Medicaid is the government programme that is supposed to help the poor afford health care. Its cost to taxpayers has skyrocketed in the last few years, consuming more than 12 percent of federal tax revenue collected by 2025.
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August 01, 2025
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New-signing Diaz reveals team-mate Wirtz advised him to move to Bayern
Luis Diaz said former Liverpool teammate Florian Wirtz told him he would “enjoy” a move to Bayern Munich as the Colombian was unveiled by the Bundesliga champions on Thursday.
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August 01, 2025
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MBRF's 'Knowledge Summer' promotes culture of reading
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) launched its summer initiative titled \"Knowledge Summer\" to promote a culture of reading across all segments of society.
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August 01, 2025
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Swiatek cruises, Osaka battles, Bouchard bids adieu to tennis; Fritz beats Carballes Baena to advance
Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek cruised, Naomi Osaka battled through and Canadian Eugenie Bouchard called time on her WTA career with a gutsy second-round loss in Montreal on Wednesday.
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August 01, 2025
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First AI-powered ‘Emirati Family' launched
In a pioneering step to enhance the digital quality of life and reinforce Dubai's position as a global hub for digital transformation, Digital Dubai has launched the first-ever virtual “Emirati Family” created using artificial intelligence (AI).
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August 01, 2025
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Cabinet reorganises UAE Gender Balance Council
Chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the UAE Cabinet has approved a resolution to reorganise the UAE Gender Balance Council.
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August 01, 2025
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BoJ turns less gloomy on economy, keeps interest rate hike chance alive
The central bank cited persistent rises in food costs as a potential driver of public perceptions around inflation and underlying price pressures
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August 01, 2025
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Man fined Dhs3,000 for threatening woman
The Al Ain Civil, Commercial and Administrative Cases Court ordered an individual to pay a woman Dhs3,000 for threatening her by messages he sent to her via a communication application.
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August 01, 2025
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Clear, partly cloudy weather likely today, says NCM
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts weather to be clear to partly cloudy on Friday and Saturday, with a chance of cumulus cloud formation in the eastern and southern regions, possibly accompanied by rainfall.
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August 01, 2025
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Borouge announces $193 million Q2 net profit
Borouge, a leading petrochemicals company providing innovative and differentiated polyolefins solutions, today announced a net profit of $193 million for the second quarter of 2025, exceeding market expectations.
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August 01, 2025
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Kanz Al Jeel award receives 830 entries from 35 nations
The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) has officially closed the submissions stage for the fourth edition of its Kanz Al Jeel award, which was launched to honour outstanding works of Nabati poetry, folklore-focused research, and studies that delve into the heritage and authentic values of Nabati verse.
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August 01, 2025
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GHF aid system in Gaza is a scandal, says French FM
France's foreign minister said on Thursday a US and Israel-backed aid distribution system in Gaza had generated a “bloodbath” and had to cease activity.
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August 01, 2025
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Tribal health officials work to fill vaccination gaps
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August 01, 2025
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ITC opens two new rest stops for delivery bikers
The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, in collaboration with the Authority of Social Contribution “Ma'an,” has inaugurated two new rest stops for delivery bike riders in Rabdan and Shakhbout City, Abu Dhabi.
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August 01, 2025
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Anglo American reports $1.9b loss
Global miner Anglo American reported a $1.9 billion loss in the first half, reduced its dividend, and said restructuring efforts continued, including divestment of its coal and ailing diamond units.
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August 01, 2025
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Unilever beats sales forecasts as ice cream business shines
Dove soap maker Unilever beat forecasts for second-quarter underlying sales growth, citing strong demand at its ice cream business which it will spin off later this year as part of an ongoing reorganisation.
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August 01, 2025
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UAE Central Bank issues report on progress of 'Digital Dirham' project
In preparation for the launch of the UAE's national digital currency and in support of digital transformation and the evolving digital economy, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has published a comprehensive report on the \"Digital Dirham\" project.
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August 01, 2025
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Sheikh Ammar opens Liwa Ajman Dates Festival
Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of Ajman Executive Council, said that the Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival reflects the enduring legacy of the Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
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