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Transfer of judges is legal, rules top court
The Supreme Court (SC) has ruled that the transfer of a judge from one high court to another under Article 200(I) of the Pakistan Constitution is legal and cannot be declared “against the public interest” merely because it affects the seniority of a few serving judges.
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September 27, 2025
Gulf Today
India says trade talks with US 'constructive'
India said on Friday its officials held \"constructive\" talks with US counterparts during a visit to Washington this week, and both sides agreed to continue discussions aimed at concluding a mutually beneficial trade deal soon.
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September 27, 2025
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Man buys iPhone 17, finds box of stones
The joy of purchasing an iPhone 17 from a store in Al Ain was dispelled when a man opened the box at home in front of his family, only to discover that the new iPhone was made up of pieces of stone although the box was sealed and the weight suggested nothing but a modern device inside.
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September 27, 2025
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UAE-US plan to send first diabetic astronaut to space
Burjeel Medical City chief medical officer Dr. Mohammad Fityan told Gulf Today, “The preliminary data is showing that there is no significant change in the blood glucose levels in the outer space compared to Earth.”
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September 27, 2025
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PM calls for US investment in Pakistan at Trump meet
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif invited American companies to invest in the country during a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House that also focused on how to end to the war in Gaza, his office said on Friday.
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September 27, 2025
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Dubai boosts economic ties with CII
Dubai Chambers recently met a delegation from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to explore opportunities for developing joint cooperation, strengthening bilateral economic relations, and advancing the partnership between the business communities in Dubai and India across key sectors of mutual interest.
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September 27, 2025
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Smart integrated infrastructure set as theme for Dubai World Challenge
Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), announced that the 5th edition of the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport in 2027 will focus on the theme Smart Integrated Infrastructure.
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September 27, 2025
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Los Angeles tech startups get big cash infusion
LOS ANGELES The weapons have not only drawn plenty of interest from the Department of Defence, but also from venture capitalists who are backing their manufacturer — Mach Industries, a Huntington Beach, California, startup founded by an MIT dropout with big ambitions
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September 27, 2025
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SINF concludes with call for atlas of Arab travel literature
The 25th edition of the Sharjah International Narrator Forum (SINF) concluded with landmark set of recommendations, including the creation of a specialised encyclopedia and a comprehensive atlas of Arab travel literature, alongside renewed calls to scientifically document and study travellers’ tales as a cornerstone of cultural heritage.
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September 27, 2025
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Trump’s U-turn on Ukraine stuns policymakers
Now that Donald Trump has finally come around to publicly stating that besieged Ukraine could use military support from the US and the European Union to fully recover all of the territory taken over by Russia, the world should lock in the president's U-turn, which stunned policymakers everywhere.
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September 27, 2025
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Real coach Alonso warns against overconfidence ahead of Madrid derby
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso warned his side against overconfidence ahead of Saturday’s visit to face city rivals Atletico Madrid in La Liga.
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September 27, 2025
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James Comey indicted over testimony at 2020 Senate hearing
A federal grand jury indicted former FBI Director James B. Comey on Thursday on charges he lied to Congress and obstructed a congressional proceeding, days after President Donald Trump demanded that the Department of Justice prosecute his longtime foe.
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September 27, 2025
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Pogacar and Ferrand-Prevot primed for Kigali cycling world title challenges
The epic length and difficulty of the world championship road races in the hills around Kigali this weekend favour Tadej Pogacar for the men and Pauline Ferrand-Prevot in the women's race.
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September 27, 2025
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Streaming scandal hits frontrunner in Japan PM race
A frontrunner in Japan's leadership race was forced to apologise on Friday after his campaign admitted trying to flood a popular live-streaming platform with flattering comments.
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September 27, 2025
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Spanish great Busquets to retire at end of MLS season
Inter Miami's former Barcelona and Spain star Sergio Busquets said on Thursday that he will retire from football at the end of the 2025 Major League Soccer season.
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September 27, 2025
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MoF's event advances federal accounting, financial practice
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) organised a roundtable session to discuss the latest updates regarding the Federal Government's Accounting Standards Manual and the Federal Government Financial Policies and Procedures Manual, as part of its ongoing efforts to develop accounting and financial practice across the federal government and align with the latest international standards.
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September 27, 2025
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UAE solidifies its role as a key player in global tourism sector
The United Arab Emirates has strengthened its role as a central player in the global tourism sector, cementing its position as a leading destination for international travel, events, and investment.
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September 27, 2025
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Nepal's PM faces uphill battle after deadly unrest
After Nepal's deadliest unrest in decades, caretaker Prime Minister Sushila Karki is working to forge her cabinet, restore order and prepare for elections within six months.
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September 27, 2025
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CII allows human milk banks under strict conditions
The Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) has allowed the establishment of human milk banks in Pakistan under strict conditions, ruling that the initiative is permissible in principle, but must be governed by clear legislation to prevent misuse and ensure compliance with the Islamic injunctions.
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September 27, 2025
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Maritime transport dominates EU's global trade
The EU imported 1.1 billion tonnes of goods in 2024 from non-EU countries by sea, valued at €1 251 billion. Exports transported by sea totalled 0.5 billion tonnes, worth €1 126 billion, according to Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union.
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September 27, 2025
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Barjeel Art Foundation, Jehangir Nicholson Art Foundation collaborate for India show
Barjeel Art Foundation, Sharjah, Jehangir Nicholson Art Foundation (JNAF) and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CSMVS), Mumbai, have announced the hosting of Resonant Histories: India and the Arab World, a collaborative exhibition (Nov. 14-Feb. 15) that traces the vibrant artistic and cultural dialogues between India and the Arab world across the twentieth century.
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September 27, 2025
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Activist Wangchuk held 3 days after Leh violence
Three days after unruly protests broke out in Leh town of Ladakh UT, police on Friday arrested climate activist Sonam Wangchuk for inciting violence.
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September 27, 2025
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WC games will be moved if host cities aren't safe: Trump
President Donald Trump said on Thursday he would consider moving 2026 World Cup games from US cities he regards as a security risk.
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September 27, 2025
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UN Tourism to open 'Tourism Law Observatory' in Middle East
The World Tourism Organisation (UN Tourism) is set to establish a Tourism Law Observatory for the Middle East. This pioneering initiative will support the development and harmonisation of legal and regulatory frameworks for tourism across the region.
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September 27, 2025
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China's central bank pledges to step up policy support
China's central bank said on Friday it will step up monetary policy adjustments and strengthen coordination between monetary and fiscal policies to support economic growth amid a \"complex and severe\" external environment.
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September 27, 2025
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Topix posts record-high close despite US tariffs
Japan's broad Topix index closed at an all-time high on Friday, despite pressure from pharmaceutical shares following new tariffs on the sector from the White House overnight.
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September 27, 2025
Gulf Today
Why our youth sports need government support
Youth sports in America are in crisis. In a country with roughly 72.8 million children, it's not because young people don’t want to play sports, but because for far too many, the playing field has tilted toward those with the means to pay.
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September 27, 2025
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Emirati suffers burns in Khorfakkan fire
Dedicated teams from Sharjah Police and Sharjah Civil Defence Authority responded to a fire that broke out in a house in Khorfakkan on Friday.
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September 27, 2025
Gulf Today
Champions Barcelona fight back to defeat Oviedo and stay unbeaten
Headers from Robert Lewandowski and Ronald Araujo helped Barcelona make a 3-1 comeback victory at minnows Real Oviedo on Thursday in La Liga.
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September 27, 2025
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Slight and gradual rise in temperature today: NCM
The weather today (Saturday) is expected to be humid in the morning in some coastal and inland areas with a chance of fog or light fog, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
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