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Global economy shows signs of steady but subdued growth: UN
The global economy has shown resilience amid turbulence during the past year, including shifting trade policies - yet growth remains subdued and far below pre-pandemic levels, the UN said in a landmark report published on Thursday.
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January 10, 2026
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Swiss inflation edges higher in December
The Swiss National Bank’s policymakers expect inflation to revive gradually, the minutes of their latest rate-setting meeting showed on Thursday, which will help it avoid cutting or hiking interest rates.
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January 10, 2026
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Osimhen and Nigeria seek harmony ahead of Algeria clash
Led by Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, Nigeria's form at the Africa Cup of Nations has offered cause for optimism ahead of Saturday's heavyweight quarterfinal against Algeria despite reports of unrest in the squad.
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January 10, 2026
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EU envoys provisionally clear Mercosur trade deal
EU ambassadors gave provisional approval on Friday to the signing of the bloc’s largest ever free trade accord with South American group Mercosur, over 25 years since negotiations began and after months of wrangling to secure key member states’ backing, according to three EU diplomats and sources.
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January 10, 2026
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First 'Creators Competition: X Originals' announced in Dubai
Creators HQ, the first content creator hub in the UAE and the Middle East and part of Visioneers, and the global social media platform X, announced Creators Competition: X Originals, the world's first-of-its-kind competition, in partnership with X Originals, an initiative first unveiled during the third edition of the I Billion Followers Summit, which concluded in Dubai last January.
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January 10, 2026
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GPSSA announces 2026 pension disbursement dates
The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) announced that the date for disbursing retirement pensions for 2026 has been adjusted to align with official holidays in the UAE, aiming to ensure retirees receive their financial entitlements before holiday periods and national celebrations to meet their families' living needs.
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January 10, 2026
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Head, Smith earn praise as Australian media revel in Ashes win
Travis Head's swashbuckling batting and the decision making of stand-in captain Steve Smith were hailed as the keys to Australia's Ashes victory over England as the nation's media revelled in their 4-1 series win.
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January 10, 2026
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ADNEC Group prepares to host over 190 events in H1 2026
Following its most successful year to date in 2025, ADNEC Group, a Modon company, is gearing up for a strong first half (H1) of 2026, with a packed calendar of exhibitions, conferences, meetings and social events within its UAE-based venues.
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January 10, 2026
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It's up to Xi what China does in Taiwan, says US president
US President Donald Trump said \"it's up to\" Chinese President Xi Jinping what China does in Taiwan, the New York Times reported on Thursday.
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January 10, 2026
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SIT arrests ex-priest in Sabarimala gold theft case
The investigation into the alleged theft and misappropriation of gold from the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple entered a decisive phase on Friday with the arrest of former Sabarimala Tantri and chief priest Kandararu Rajeevaru by the Kerala High Court-appointed Special Investigation Team (SIT).
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January 10, 2026
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Glencore rises on prospect of Rio Tinto merger
Glencore shares rose by almost 10% on Friday following news it is in talks with Rio Tinto about a potential takeover that would create the world's largest mining group, valued at almost $207 billion.
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January 10, 2026
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Women bearing the brunt of Sudan's hunger crisis: UN
Women are bearing the brunt of the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, with the majority of female-headed households not having enough food to eat, the UN said on Friday.
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January 10, 2026
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Beit Al Khair organises Umrah for families of 25 orphans
Under the patronage and support of the Office of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai, and in response to the wishes of orphaned families, Beit Al Khair organised an Umrah trip for 25 orphans and their mothers, accompanied by two supervisors from the society, during the mid-academic year holiday.
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January 10, 2026
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TMC to continue on-street, legal battle over ED raids
West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo Mamata Banerjee on Friday made it clear that her party will continue a parallel legal and on-the-street political battle over the controversy surrounding the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) simultaneous raid and search operations on January 8 at the office of the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) in Salt Lake, on the northern outskirts of Kolkata, and at the residence of I-PAC co-founder Pratik Jain at Loudon Street in central Kolkata.
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January 10, 2026
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Space mission cut short after astronaut's medical issue
In a rare move, Nasa is cutting a mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) short after an astronaut had a medical issue.
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January 10, 2026
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Turn influence into action, creators urged at summit
MrBeast, policymakers and education leaders called for the power of digital influence to be harnessed for humanitarian impact during a session at the I Billion Followers Summit in Dubai.
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January 10, 2026
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Greenpeace to join dialogue at WFES
Greenpeace Middle East and North Africa (Mena) will participate in the World Future Energy Summit 2026 in Abu Dhabi from 13th to 15th January, contributing to discussions shaping the next phase of energy transition in the region and beyond.
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January 10, 2026
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Eagles ready to unleash Hurts as NFL playoffs opener
The Philadelphia Eagles are ready to unleash the full force of dual threat quarterback Jalen Hurts as they open their NFL postseason campaign on Sunday with a wild card clash against a depleted San Francisco 49ers lineup.
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January 10, 2026
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Chadli strike helps Al Ain overcome Al Dhafra
In a thrilling encounter at Hamdan Bin Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Al Dhafra 2-1, consolidating their position at the top of the Adnoc Pro League table in the final match of Matchweek 12.
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January 10, 2026
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YouTube aims to empower creators at Dubai summit
YouTube is hosting an extensive set of sessions and workshops during the fourth edition of the I Billion Followers Summit, the world's largest event dedicated to shaping the content creator economy.
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January 10, 2026
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Erth reviews 2025 progress, discusses future programmes
The Board of Trustees of the Erth Zayed Philanthropies held its regular meeting, chaired by Sheikh Theyab Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Martyrs Families Affairs, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Erth Zayed.
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January 10, 2026
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Asian stocks ease and dollar firms ahead of jobs report, ruling on tariffs
Asian stocks drifted lower and the dollar stood tall on Friday ahead of a crucial jobs report, while investors girded for a Supreme Court ruling on the legality of President Donald Trump's sweeping global tariff that jolted markets last year.
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January 10, 2026
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Workshop held to support FATF Joint Working Group
The UAE, through the General Secretariat of the National Committee for Combating Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, and the Financing of Weapons Proliferation, hosted a workshop for the Middle East and Europe Joint Working Group of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) from Jan.5 to 9 in Abu Dhabi.
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January 10, 2026
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Kim pledges to 'unconditionally support' Putin
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged to “unconditionally support” all of Russian President Vladimir Putin's policies and decisions, Pyongyang's state media said on Friday.
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January 10, 2026
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Sabalenka avenges Melbourne loss to Keys, Medvedev advances
World number one Aryna Sabalenka sent an Australian Open warning as she beat Madison Keys on Friday in Brisbane in a repeat of last year's Melbourne final.
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January 10, 2026
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Timeless stitches, timely show: Maraya wraps up Palestine embroidery showcase
Maraya Art Centre, Al Qasba, Sharjah, has just brought the curtains down on SILA.
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January 10, 2026
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Special unit in Islamabad to protect Chinese citizens: Naqvi
China is willing to intensify cooperation with Pakistan in fighting terrorism and telecom crime, Wang Xiaohong, China's public security minister, said in a meeting with Pakistan’s interior and counter-narcotics minister in Beijing.
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January 10, 2026
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Sindhu enters Malaysia Open semis after Yamaguchi retires with injury
India's ace shuttler PV Sindhu progressed to the semifinals of the women's singles event at the Malaysia Open badminton tournament after injury concerns forced her Japanese opponent Akane Yamaguchi to retire midway at the Stadium Axiata Arena here on Friday.
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January 10, 2026
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Two most expensive residential units sold in Ajman
Al Zorah Real Estate Development, the joint venture between the Government of Ajman and Solidere International, has announced the completion of the sale of the two most expensive residential units ever in the Emirate of Ajman, comprising a luxury waterfront palace and a beachfront penthouse within Al Zorah City, near the anticipated Four Seasons Al Zorah Resort.
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January 10, 2026
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Bayern's Kimmich to miss clash vs Wolfsburg
Bayern Munich vice-captain Joshua Kimmich is expected to miss his side's clash with Wolfsburg on Sunday due to injury, as the Bundesliga resumes amid icy conditions across Germany.
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