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Kyrgios admits pressure ahead of 'Battle of the Sexes' match against Sabalenka
As confident as he is about defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the so-called Battle of the Sexes next month, Nick Kyrgios admits to feeling a bit of pressure.
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November 08, 2025
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UAE and Azerbaijan to enhance trade, investment co-operation
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) hosted the first meeting of the UAE-Azerbaijan Business Council, bringing together representatives from the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry and the Small and Medium Business Development (KOBIA) of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
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November 08, 2025
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ADIPEC sets bold agenda for future of global energy, delivers $46b in deals
ADIPEC 2025 concluded after another record-breaking year, delivering $46 billion through 35,000 cross-sector deals and bringing together a record 239,709 attendees-17% up from 2024-to set the agenda for the future of global energy.
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November 08, 2025
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Fujairah Adventure centre rolls out key plans
The Fujairah Adventure Centre launched a series of pioneering initiatives during the third adventurersforum, held at the Bahi Hotel in Fujairah.
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November 08, 2025
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'Beach Area Reservation' service is free of charge
The Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport has confirmed that government and private institutions, as well as schools, can reserve a municipal beach area for an event via the “Beach Area Reservation” service.
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November 08, 2025
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Company told to pay compensation to employee
Abu Dhabi Labour Court of First Instance obligated a company to pay Dhs129,200 as compensation to an employee who worked for it as a mechanic for more than 22 years, but it failed to pay his wages, end-of-service bonus and vacation allowance.
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November 08, 2025
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New state-of-the-art facility launched in Dubai
Dubai's thriving creative landscape just gained a major new landmark with the official launch of an ultramodern creative hub designed to bring every element of production, art, and entertainment together under one roof.
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November 08, 2025
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SCC team discusses ties on Armenia visit
A delegation from the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC), led by Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Chairman, visited Armenia to enhance cooperation in parliamentary, environmental, and academic sectors.
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November 08, 2025
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Wizz Air pushes Airbus deliveries to 2033, trims long-haul orders
Wizz Air said on Friday it had delayed taking the deliveries of 88 Airbus jets to fiscal year 2033, from 2030, and reduced its commitment to long-haul jets as the budget airline seeks to cut costs and revive profits.
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November 08, 2025
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Vietnamese novelist Dr. Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai inspires audience at SIBF
The Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), turned 44 on Wednesday. One of the most eagerly-awaited annual events of the region, the SIBF is going bigger and brighter with the passage of time, standing tall in its diversity. It has not only attracted book-lovers from across the region, but also managed to draw literary giants from around the world. In its past, it has rolled out the red carpet for Nobel Laureates and Man Booker Prize winners, and Bollywood stars to football icons. This year also is no exception.
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November 08, 2025
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Shahzad Akbar says his passport renewal request declined in UK
The Pakistan High Commission in London has refused to renew the passport of Mirza Shahzad Akbar, the former Adviser to prime minister Imran Khan on Interior and Accountability, said a report quoting sources in Britain.
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November 08, 2025
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How 1990s icon got its cool back – but will Gen Z buy it?
Dig out your hoodies and dust off your chinos—Gap is making a comeback.
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November 08, 2025
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Scientists explore heat therapy to lower blood pressure
The saying goes that you should stay out of the kitchen if you can’t take the heat, but new research suggests otherwise for the sake of your blood pressure.
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November 08, 2025
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Yamal set for Spain return in World Cup qualifiers
Lamine Yamal returned to the Spain squad named Friday after injury forced Barcelona's young star to miss last month's World Cup qualifiers.
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November 08, 2025
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AI rally fears and China trade woes chill stocks
Tech-heavy stock markets were heading for their biggest weekly fall in seven months on Friday, as investors fretted over the sustainability of a rally in artificial intelligence stocks.
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November 08, 2025
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Japan to arm police with rifles in fight against bear attacks
Japan will allow riot police to shoot bears with rifles in a revision of its strict gun laws announced as authorities battle a record number of fatal attacks.
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November 08, 2025
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Forum connects UAE-China businesses
The Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM), an affiliate of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, hosted a forum connecting leading UAE business figures with a Chinese delegation overseeing assets exceeding $4.2 trillion (CNY3O trillion).
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November 08, 2025
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Real and Barcelona seek La Liga solace after European setbacks
La Liga pacesetters Real Madrid and Barcelona will aim to bounce back from midweek Champions League setbacks as they return to LaLiga action this weekend, looking to rebuild confidence ahead of a two-week international break.
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November 08, 2025
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Fleetwood, Rai share Abu Dhabi HSBC C'ship lead at halfway stage
Tommy Fleetwood and fellow Englishman Aaron Rai share the lead at the halfway stage of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, opening up a two shot lead over their closest challengers at Yas Links.
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November 08, 2025
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Katrina and Kaushal welcome baby boy
Bollywood couple Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif have joyfully welcomed their first child, a baby boy, into the world.
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November 08, 2025
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UK house prices rise most since January
British house prices last month rose at the fastest pace since January, data from mortgage lender Halifax showed on Friday, adding to signs of demand in the property sector ahead of finance minister Rachel Reeves' budget on November 26.
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November 08, 2025
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Talks with Afghanistan collapse: Pak minister
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said peace talks with Afghanistan in Istanbul aimed at preventing renewed border clashes have collapsed, adding that the ceasefire will hold as long as there are no attacks from Afghan soil, speaking on GEO News.
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November 08, 2025
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Relief to Gaza will be scaled up, Cyprus is key route: UAE
The United Arab Emirates is preparing to increase aid deliveries into Gaza, an envoy said on Friday, saying a sea corridor from Cyprus was essential alongside land and air access.
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November 08, 2025
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Dhoni will play for Chennai in IPL 2026, says franchise CEO
Indian cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni is set to play in the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK), said franchise CEO Kasi Viswanathan on Friday.
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November 08, 2025
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Piles of garbage, seeping sewage pollute Gaza
Stinking mounds of fly-covered garbage liestrewn throughout Gaza amid the rubble from Israel's devastating military campaign, spilling out along roadsides and between the tents where most of the shattered enclave’s people live. Government services such as rubbish collection ceased as soon as the war began and although they are partially returning since the truce last month, the massive extent of destruction means any more thorough cleanup lies far in the future.
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November 08, 2025
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Family businesses contribute 60% to UAE GDP: Ministry
The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has affirmed that family businesses contribute around 60 per cent of the UAE's GDP, account for more than 80 per cent of employment, and represent nearly 90 percent of all private-sector companies in the country, making them a cornerstone in supporting ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision to double the national GDP to Dhs 3 trillion.
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November 08, 2025
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Mental health agency eviscerated under Trump
The Trump administration's plan to revampthe entire Health and Human Services Department, which Congress has rejected, has nevertheless led to the gutting of a 33-year-old agency that had been leading the nation's response to the drug and mental health response epidemic.
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November 08, 2025
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Expo Centre Sharjah showcases emirate's global leadership at WTM
Expo Centre Sharjah participated in the 45th World Travel Market (WTM), one of the world's most influential travel and tourism events, held in London from 4th to 6th November 2025.
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November 08, 2025
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Warning on deepfake audio clips, videos
The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned the public to be vigilant against the growing use of “deepfake” videos and audio clips created through artificial intelligence to produce realistic but deceptive content.
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November 08, 2025
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Sharjah Safari participates in 4 African projects
As part of its global mission to conserve wildlife and support sustainable environmental development, Sharjah Safari, operated by the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in Sharjah and recognised as the largest safari of its kind outside Africa, continues to strengthen its position as an international leader in biodiversity conservation through its participation in four strategic projects.
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