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Anthropic IPO filing ratifies Wall Street's obsession with AI
AI giant Anthropic said on Monday it has confidentially filed for a US initial public offering, teeing up a watershed moment for Wall Street's AI frenzy.
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June 04, 2026
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Hijri New Year: Holiday announced for private and public sectors
The UAE’s Federal Authority for Government Human Resources and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation have announced that Monday, June 15, 2026, will be an official holiday for federal government entities and private sector companies on the occasion of the Hijri New Year 1448.
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June 04, 2026
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From obscurity to glory: The most unlikely World Cup heroes
The World Cup doesn’t just inspire heroes to earn a place in the pantheon of immortals, but it also allows the underdogs to script soul-stirring stories.
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June 04, 2026
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Hamdan attends graduation ceremony for Ministry of Defence staff
The Ministry of Defence on Wednesday celebrated its strategic partnership with the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government with the graduation of the second cohort of the Future Leaders Executive Programme and the first cohort of the Young Leaders Empowerment Executive Programme.
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June 04, 2026
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Oil prices could hit $150 if Hormuz closure drags into September
Global oil markets are entering a critical phase as the prolonged disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz threatens to push crude prices towards $150 a barrel, a level that economists warn could trigger significant economic pain across both energy-importing and energy-exporting nations.
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June 04, 2026
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SpaceX plans to set IPO price at $135 per share, targeting $75B
In a surprise move ahead of its investor roadshow, Elon Musk’s SpaceX plans to fix its IPO price at $135 per share to raise a record-setting $75 billion, according to a source.
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June 04, 2026
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Idris Elba awarded knighthood at Windsor Castle
The actor’s knighthood was announced in King Charles’ 2026 New Year’s Honours list
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June 04, 2026
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FWICE withdraws NCD against Ranveer Singh over Don 3 row
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has withdrawn its non-cooperation directive (NCD) against Ranveer Singh after the actor’s abrupt exit from Don 3.
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June 04, 2026
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World Cup countdown begins with Messi training alone
MLS superstar Lionel Messi trained on his own as defending World Cup champion Argentina held its first practice session in the United States.
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June 04, 2026
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Iran has agreed not to have nukes: Trump
US President Donald Trump said Iran has agreed not to have a nuclear weapon and that he would probably meet Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei at some point if things “work out”.
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June 04, 2026
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UAE calls for united Gulf stand after Iran attacks Kuwait and Bahrain
The UAE also condemned the attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, describing them as a flagrant violation of international law and a direct threat to regional security, stability, and the safety of civilian and critical infrastructure.
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June 04, 2026
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India set for $2B drone order in biggest buy, industry body says
India is likely to order more than $2 billion worth of military drones from domestic firms this year in its biggest such purchase, an industry body working with the government told Reuters, as global and regional conflicts boost demand.
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June 04, 2026
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New Delhi hotel fire claims 21 lives
Twenty-one people were killed when a fire broke out at a hotel in south Delhi’s Malviya Nagar on Wednesday morning. Many of the victims were travellers from Central Asia and Africa, who were staying at the bed-and-breakfast facility.
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June 04, 2026
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Gulf nations, Muslim Council of Elders condemn attacks on Kuwait & Bahrain
Arab Gulf countries and organisations on Wednesday condemned the latest Iranian attacks targeting Kuwait International Airport and Bahrain.
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June 04, 2026
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Barakah nuclear plant passed ‘test by fire’: IAEA
The UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant passed a ‘test by fire’ following the May 17 attack that disrupted external power infrastructure connected to the facility, according to the head of the UN nuclear watchdog.
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June 04, 2026
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Galadari Brothers promotes animal welfare by building shelters for abandoned pets
Galadari Brothers employees recently came together for a community initiative focused on supporting abandoned and stray animals through the construction of handmade outdoor shelters for community pets.
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June 04, 2026
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OECD says protracted war could drag on global growth, push up inflation
The global economic outlook hinges on how long the war in the Middle East lasts, with recession in some countries and sharply higher inflation a real possibility if it drags on into next year, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development warned on Wednesday.
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June 04, 2026
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Shoppers can win 12 homes with new DSS promotion
Shoppers can win homes in Dubai for the first time by spending just Dh500 during the Dubai Summer Surprises, said Ahmed Alkhaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment at Dubai Tourism.
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June 04, 2026
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‘Iran nuclear deal cannot be based on 2015 accord’
Any future agreement aimed at resolving concerns over Iran’s nuclear programme will need to be built around today’s realities rather than the framework of the 2015 nuclear deal, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Grossi said during a visit to the UAE.
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June 04, 2026
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Indian-origin players in World Cup: Shashi Tharoor calls it historic moment
As fans wait with bated breath for the start of the 2026 Fifa World Cup (June 11-July 19) in North America, reports of two Indian-origin players being selected by Qatar and Australia have created a buzz in India.
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June 04, 2026
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Will mega US IPOs make UAE investors richer?
As three of the world’s most closely watched technology companies - Anthropic, SpaceX, and OpenAI - edge closer to public listings, investment professionals in the UAE are counselling caution.
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June 04, 2026
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WHO reports sharp drop in suspected Ebola cases in Africa from 906 to 116
The WHO on Tuesday dramatically scaled back the number of suspected Ebola cases in central Africa to 116, down from more than 900 previously, with 330 cases now confirmed.
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June 04, 2026
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Summer arrives early as warmer season likely
What’s behind the rising temperatures across the region? Discover how El Niño and the Indian monsoon system are influencing the heat
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June 04, 2026
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Will SpaceX IPO make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire?
He is already the richest man in the world, but when SpaceX finally makes its hotly anticipated stock market debut, Elon Musk could become the planet's first trillionaire.
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June 04, 2026
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Shaheen laments bowling lapses after Australia beat Pakistan in 2nd ODI
Pakistan captain Shaheen rued leaking crucial runs in the final overs as Australia won the second ODI by 41 runs on Tuesday, levelling the three-match series 1-1.
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June 04, 2026
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OLIVIA RODRIGO TURNS HEARTBREAK INTO A COMING-OF-AGE ALBUM
Olivia Rodrigo was the first breakthrough pop star of this decade, a onetime Disney Channel star who set a fresh template for specific, confessional songwriting on a mass scale.
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June 04, 2026
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Authority penalises firms Dh5.5m over unlicensed activity
UAE’s Capital Market Authority (CMA) has announced on Wednesday that it has imposed fines of Dh5.5 million on companies over unlicensed financial and investment activities, as part of efforts to uphold market integrity and safeguard investors against fraud and unlawful practices.
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June 04, 2026
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6 expert sleep tips for allergy sufferers
For the one-quarter of American adults who have been diagnosed with seasonal allergies, spring and early summer can be miserable.
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June 04, 2026
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Sabalenka’s Paris dream crushed by Shnaider
Aryna Sabalenka’s bid for a first French Open title was left in tatters as she fell apart in a bizarre defeat by Russian 25th seed Diana Shnaider in the quarterfinals on Wednesday.
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June 04, 2026
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India tightens checks on overseas flows as currency pressure rises
India’s central bank and markets regulator have tightened checks on overseas investments by firms and family offices, issuing at least 10 queries in the past three weeks to determine any potential misuse of the investment route, sources said.
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