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UAE calls for inclusive global trading system
Dr Marwan Obaid Al Muhairi, member of the Federal National Council Parliamentary Division in the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), and member of the Steering Committee of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) Parliamentary Conference, participated in the Committee's 55th meeting held in Geneva, in the presence of Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the WTO.
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September 18, 2025
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Russia cuts interest rate by 1 per cent to 17 per cent
Russia's central bank has reduced the bank interest by one percentage point to 17 per cent. The gesture was meant to stimulate the wartime economy. There was the apprehension that it was slowing down due to the restrictions of foreign investors through Western sanctions since the beginning of the war in Ukraine in February 2022. The inflation has been running high, and it remained at 8.2 per cent in July-August though it has eased from the much higher levels earlier.
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September 18, 2025
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Sudan's ERR emergency networks win Norway rights prize
Sudan's Emergency Response Rooms (ERRs), networks of volunteers risking their lives to feed and help people facing war and famine in the country, were on Wednesday awarded Norway's Rafto Prize for human rights work.
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September 18, 2025
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Abu Dhabi Baja Challenge to begin next month
Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), in cooperation with the Emirates Motorsports Organisation (EMSO), has launched the third season of the Abu Dhabi Baja Challenge 2025-2026.
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September 18, 2025
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Jameela Al Qasimi dedicates honour to Sharjah
Inclusion International has granted Sheikha Jameela Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services, an honorary lifetime membership in recognition of her pivotal contribution to the global movement to empower people with intellectual disabilities and to strengthen the rights and roles of their families in society.
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September 18, 2025
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Surprise, surprise — Labour is reaping what it has sown
Like many people during last week’s Tube strike, | got caught in the pouring rain on my long walk to work. With almost all lines entirely suspended, many of us took to buses, bikes and the pavement to get around London.
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September 18, 2025
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Smriti finally relieved to have ton in winning cause against Oz
After India romped to an emphatic 102-run win over Australia to level the three-match ODI series 1-1, vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, who scored a sublime 117 off 91 balls, expressed relief at getting a century against Australia, finally coming in a winning cause.
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September 18, 2025
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UAE safeguards places of worship for all religions
Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, took part in the special session on protecting religious sites, held on the sidelines of the 8th Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, currently hosted in Astana, Kazakhstan, under the theme “Dialogue of Religions: Synergy for a Better Future.”
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September 18, 2025
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Indonesia central bank delivers surprise rate cut to boost growth
Indonesia's central bank delivered another surprise interest rate cut on Wednesday, aiming to bolster economic growth even as investors’ concerns grow over the country’s fiscal discipline.
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September 18, 2025
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Aussie captain Cummins will play big part in Ashes: Coach
Australia coach Andrew McDonald is confident that skipper Pat Cummins will play “a key part” in the Ashes despite a back injury.
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September 18, 2025
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PM Modi's push for UNSC reform and the road ahead
UN Security Council (UNSC) reform, being at the centre of discussions at the General Assembly (UNGA), can largely be attributed to the relentless efforts made by the Global South, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at its centre.
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September 18, 2025
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Here's how Bollywood star Kajol shows an outfit can outshine a compliment
Bollywood actress Kajol, on Tuesday, shared a series of glamorous photos showing how an outfit can sometimes uplift confidence more than words ever could.
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September 18, 2025
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Taliban extend crackdown on internet access
Afghanistan's Taliban authorities expanded their crackdown on internet access on Wednesday, severing fibre optic connections in multiple provinces in what officials said was a campaign against “vice.”
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September 18, 2025
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Philippines tells China to cease provocative activities at sea
The Philippines' National Maritime Council urged China on Wednesday to halt what it described as “illegal, provocative, and dangerous activities” in the South China Sea.
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September 18, 2025
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Israel opens new route out of Gaza City for 48 hours
The Israeli military said on Wednesday it was opening an additional route for 48 hours that Palestinians could use to leave Gaza City as it stepped up efforts to empty the city of civilians and confront thousands of Hamas combatants.
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September 18, 2025
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AD Police bring fire in Al Musaffah under control
Teams from Abu Dhabi Police and Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority successfully brought under control a fire that broke out on Wednesday afternoon in a warehouse in Al Musaffah Industrial Area in Abu Dhabi. Cooling and smoke extraction operations are now under way.
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September 18, 2025
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Bloom Holding launches tenth phase of Bloom Living, 'Marbella'
Bloom Holding, one of the UAE's foremost real estate development companies, has announced the launch of 'Marbella', the tenth phase of Bloom Living, its fully integrated and all-inclusive community in Abu Dhabi.
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September 18, 2025
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Fujairah and Peru discuss ways to strengthen economic cooperation
Sultan Jemei Al Hindasi, Director General of the Fujairah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, met with Alberto Alejandro Farje, Ambassador of the Republic of Peru to the UAE, to discuss ways to discuss ways of strengthening economic cooperation and developing trade relations between the business communities of both sides.
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September 18, 2025
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NMC Royal Sharjah saves woman's life within hours
A normal day in the life of a 68-year-old woman turned into a battle for survival when she suddenly experienced the most severe headache of her life.
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September 18, 2025
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Kolkata Police bust fake call centre, 10 people arrested
The Kolkata Police on Wednesday unearthed a fake international call centre racket and arrested ten persons, including the prime accused, officials said.
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September 18, 2025
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Brentford and Palace survive penalty shoot-outs to reach League Cup last 16
Brentford and Crystal Palace survived League Cup penalty shootouts to reach the last 16 as giant-killers Grimsby extended their fairytale run on Tuesday.
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September 18, 2025
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Sheikh Sultan launches recitations of Holy Quran
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Wednesday launched the recited Holy Quran by reciter Raad Al Kurdi, in the narration of Hafs from Asim, at the premises of the Holy Quran Academy in Sharjah.
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September 18, 2025
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Cabinet approves Policy for Economic Clusters
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has chaired a Cabinet meeting held at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi.
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September 18, 2025
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GCC food sector poised for steady growth amid evolving preferences
Alpen Capital's latest report forecasts the GCC's food consumption to grow by 4.6 million MT to reach 55.5 million MT by 2029.
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September 18, 2025
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Messi shines as Miami clinch dominant 3-1 home victory over Sounders
Stellar performances from captain Messi and defender Alba - who scored a goal and dished out an assist each - and a goal from academy product Fray led Miami to victory on the evening at Chase Stadium
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September 18, 2025
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Dubai ranks among world's top five shipping centres: Report
Dubai has reinforced its status as a leading global maritime hub, earning the title of “the crown jewel of the Middle East's maritime sector,” according to the 2025 International Shipping Centre Development Index report, issued by Xinhua News Agency in collaboration with the Baltic Exchange.
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September 18, 2025
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Pope eyes trip to Lebanon, Turkey late November
Preparations are underway for Pope Leo XIV to travel to Turkey and Lebanon at the end of November in what would be his first trip abroad, Vatican sources told AFP.
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September 18, 2025
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First-Class Order of Zayed II for Indian Ambassador
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has conferred the First-Class Order of Zayed II on Sunjay Sudhir, Ambassador of the Republic of India to the UAE, in recognition of his efforts during his tenure in the country to strengthening and advancing the joint cooperation and comprehensive strategic relations between the two nations across various fields.
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September 18, 2025
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PSG eves' team in audacious bid to sign Barca's Putellas
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) women's team have made an offer for Barcelona's Alexia Putellas and are 'in discussion' with the two-time Ballon d'Or winner, AFP learned on Wednesday from a source close to the negotiations.
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September 18, 2025
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Dubai civic body removes 1,387 abandoned vehicles in H1 2025
Dubai Municipality has announced the removal of 1,387 abandoned vehicles and equipment during the first half of 2025. In the same period, 6,187 removal warnings were issued across residential, commercial, and industrial areas of the emirate.
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