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UAE and Kazakhstan to enhance financial, investment cooperation
On December 9, the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), together with the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the UAE and the Embassy of the UAE to the Republic of Kazakhstan, held the \"AIFC Connect: Abu Dhabi 2025\" business event in Abu Dhabi.
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December 12, 2025
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Luthra brothers detained in Thailand over Goa club fire
Delhi businessmen Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, who left India shortly after a massive fire at their Goa nightclub claimed 25 lives, have been taken into custody in Thailand.
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December 12, 2025
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Pak ex-ISI chief sentenced to 14 years in jail
In an unprecedented move, once most powerful uniformed man, former chief of Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) retired Lieutenant General Faiz Hameed has been sentenced to 14 years rigorous imprisonment by a military court, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Thursday.
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December 12, 2025
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Relief as rain lashes Tehran amid drought
Rain fell for the first time in months in Iran's capital, providing a brief respite for the parched Islamic Republic as it suffers through the driest autumn in over a half century.
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December 12, 2025
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Vonn fastest in training for season’s first downhill
American great Lindsey Vonn, building towards an Olympic comeback at the age of 41, was fastest in training for the first women's downhill of the Alpine skiing World Cup season on Wednesday.
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December 12, 2025
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Dubai police launch new service
DUBAI: The Dubai Police have launched an upgraded “Circulars and Travel Bans” enquiry service on their smart app and official website.
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December 12, 2025
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Roglic to skip Tour de France, sets sights on record fifth Vuelta title, Evenepoel to share lead with Lipowitz
Slovenian Primoz Roglic says he is being realistic about his chances of winning the Tour de France and will not compete in cycling’s biggest race next year, instead focusing on winning a record fifth Vuelta a Espana title.
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December 12, 2025
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Thunder demolish Suns, Spurs shock Lakers to reach NBA Cup semis
The Oklahoma City Thunder bagged a 16th straight victory on Wednesday, thrashing Phoenix 138-89 to romp into an NBA Cup semifinal clash with San Antonio, who stunned the Los Angeles Lakers 132-119.
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December 12, 2025
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Clinics get highest global recognition
First IVF has announced that its clinics in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have officially achieved Joint Commission International (JCI) Accreditation, the highest global recognition for patient safety and quality in healthcare.
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December 12, 2025
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Heavy fighting flares along Thailand-Cambodia border
Forces of both the countries launch more airstrikes, as heavy fighting intensifies along the two countries' border and both sides accuse the other of violating their sovereignty along the contested border region
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December 12, 2025
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Bulgarian govt resigns after mass protests
Bulgaria’s prime minister announced on Thursday that his government was resigning after less than a year in office following a series of anti-corruption protests.
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December 12, 2025
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World Bank says China's economy stayed firm in Q3 as growth hits 5.2%
The World Bank on Thursday said China's economy held firm in the third quarter of 2025, bringing year-to-date GDP growth to 5.2 per cent year-on-year.
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December 12, 2025
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'Hunger Games taught me that I don't act to get attention'
Tom Blythis about to get extremely popular.
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December 12, 2025
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Jofra embarrassed himself and team: Ponting reacts to Archer-Smith duel during Gabba Test
Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting, reacting to the verbal clash between Jofra Archer and Australian captain Steve Smith during the second Ashes Test, said the England pacer embarrassed himself by failing to deliver the pace and aggression when it was most needed earlier in the match.
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December 12, 2025
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After Eaton fire, Christmas Tree Lane restores community's holiday spirit
Saturday was the 105th anniversary of Altadena’s Christmas Tree Lane lighting ceremony and festival, but you couldn't quite call the night a celebration.
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December 12, 2025
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On anniversary, Saira Banu recalls Dilip Kumar vanishing into roles
Veteran actress Saira Banu has shared a special message for her late husband, the legendary actor Dilip Kumar on his birth anniversary.
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December 12, 2025
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Auto renewal of passports and ID cards
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP), in cooperation and partnership with the Ministry of Community Empowerment, launched Taqdeer package for citizens benefiting from the Social Support programme as part of the second phase of the Zero Bureaucracy programme.
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December 12, 2025
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348 employees at EPAA promoted
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, issued an Emirati decree approving the general organisational structure of the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in the emirate.
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December 12, 2025
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Democrats showed promise in 2025 as future party leaders
Like most parties that lose presidential races, the Democrats have struggled through a difficult aftermath.
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December 12, 2025
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Pakistan pacer Shaheen credits 'legend' Starc for shaping his international career
Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi has opened up about the influence Australian left-arm quick Mitchell Starc has had on his rise in international cricket, crediting the senior pacer for shaping key elements of his bowling craft.
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December 12, 2025
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How Martin Parr I knew became misunderstood by so many
So, Martin Parr has passed, reads the post on the Instagram account of the techno act The Black Dog.
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December 12, 2025
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US threatens to cut foreign assistance to South Sudan
The United States threatened on Thursday to reduce its foreign assistance to South Sudan unless Juba lifts what it said were illicit fees on humanitarian shipments.
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December 12, 2025
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New Adnoc rewards credit card launched
ABU DHABI: Adnoc Distribution, First Abu Dhabi Bank and Mastercard on Thursday announced the launch of the Adnoc Rewards Credit Card, designed to deliver premium benefits to customers across the UAE.
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December 12, 2025
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Registration for Q1 2026 CECs auction opened
Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) on Thursday announced the opening of registration for its Q1 2026 Clean Energy Certificates (CECs) auction, which is scheduled to close on January 9th, 2026.
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December 12, 2025
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KIIFB moves HC over ED notice in Masala Bond case
The long-running dispute over the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board's (KIIFB) landmark 2019 Masala Bond issue returned to the spotlight on Thursday, with the state’s flagship investment agency moving the Kerala High Court to quash an adjudication notice issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
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December 12, 2025
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'UAE supporting efforts to promote stability, prosperity'
Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Minister of State, held a joint press conference on Thursday in Abu Dhabi with Dubravka Šuica, EU Commissioner for the Mediterranean.
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December 12, 2025
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UAE aid ship set for sail to Gaza
The loading of the 11th Mohammed Bin Rashid Humanitarian Ship commenced on Thursday at Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi.
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December 12, 2025
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US seizes oil tanker off coast of Venezuela: Trump
The US has seized a sanctioned oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, a move that sent oil prices higher and sharply escalated tensions between Washington and Caracas.
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December 12, 2025
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UAE, Ireland discuss economic relations
DUBAI: Mohamed Bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, met with Robert Troy, Minister of State at the Department of Finance of Ireland, at the Ministry of Finance's headquarters in Dubai.
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December 12, 2025
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RAKEZ wins award for Best Waste Diversion Initiative
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has achieved a significant sustainability milestone by winning silver award for Best Waste Diversion Initiative - Government Sector category, at the Middle East Waste & Recycling (MEWAR) Awards 2025.
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