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The crucial finance team has much work still to do
Rachel Reeves is to water down plans scrapping her non-dom tax rules amid concerns about the number of wealthy individuals deserting the UK. It must be true, because it’s being repeated everywhere - complete with a bland, non-denial from the Treasury: “The government will continue to work with stakeholders to ensure the new regime is internationally competitive and continues to focus on attracting the best talent and investment in the UK.”
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June 21, 2025
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Food is halved in refugee camps after US cuts
Martin Komol sighs as he inspects his cracked, mud-walled house that is one rain away from fully collapsing. Nothing seems to last for him and 300,000 other refugees in this remote Kakuma camp in Kenya - now, not even food rations.
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June 21, 2025
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Japan core inflation hits 2-year high, keeps rate-hike bets alive
Japan's core inflation hit a more than two-year high in May, exceeding the central bank's 2 per cent target for well over three years, keeping it under pressure to resume interest rate hikes despite economic pressure from US tariffs.
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June 21, 2025
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Myanmar junta battles guerillas for control of jade hub
Myanmar’s junta and anti-coup guerillas battled over the country’s jade mining hub Friday, a combatant and a local said, displacing desperate civilians as they vied for supplies of the precious stone.
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June 21, 2025
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In-form Kolo Muani wants to stay at Juventus after Club World Cup
On-loan France striker Randal Kolo Muani said he would like to stay at Juventus next season after a Man of the Match performance for the Italian team in their impressive Club World Cup opener.
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June 21, 2025
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Chaubey has turned AIFF into a circus, says Bhutia
Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia highlighted poor management in the All India Football Federation (AIFF) alleged that its president Kalyan Chaubey has turned the sport’s national body into a ‘circus’ and he himself does not know what is his plan of ‘Vision 2047'.
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June 21, 2025
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CBUAE is organising its first Climate Forum
Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), the CBUAE is organising its first Climate Forum and a meeting of the Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS) at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resorts, Abu Dhabi, on 26th June 2025.
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June 21, 2025
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Jeezy reflects on the legacy of his commercial debut
When Jeezy released his commercial debut two decades ago, he prepared a contingency plan in case his musical aspirations weren't achieved. \"You don't know if you're going to be around in 20 years,\" said the drug dealer-turned-rap legend. \"The streets change fast. But it's also a safe haven, too, 'cause it was like, 'OK, well, if it doesn't work, maybe I can go back.
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June 21, 2025
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Shanaya calls debut film 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' a dream come true
Shanaya Kapoor took to social media to share a heartwarming behind-the-scenes glimpse from the first outdoor shoot of her upcoming film \"Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan.\" In the clip, she's seen smiling as co-star Vikrant Massey gently holds her hand, capturing a candid moment of their on-screen chemistry taking shape. In the BTS moment, Shanaya could be seen smiling warmly as she held hands with Vikrant, offering a glimpse of their effortless chemistry and the lighthearted camaraderie shared on set.
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June 21, 2025
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Canvas and sky: Reputed artist Andrew Thompson is also an aircraft engineer
Artist Andrew Thompson points out that by profession, he is a Licensed Aircraft Engineer and currently the Maintenance Manager for a Dubai VVIP flight operation.
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June 21, 2025
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Bayern's Kompany cautious of 'dangerous' CWC rivals Boca
Bayern Munich strolled to a 10-0 win over Auckland City in their Club World Cup opener but there will be no room for complacency when they face Argentina's Boca Juniors in their second Group C match, the German club's coach Vincent Kompany said on Thursday.
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June 21, 2025
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Australia drop Labuschagne for first Windies Test
Australia have dropped Marnus Labuschagne for next week's first Test against West Indies in Barbados with Sam Konstas and Josh Inglis coming into the batting line-up for the erstwhile opener and Steve Smith, who is injured.
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June 21, 2025
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Mexico assesses damage from hurricane
Authorities in southern Mexico were still assessing damage and watching rising rivers on Friday as rain from the remnants of Hurricane Erick doused the region.
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June 21, 2025
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Partnership aims to empower female investors
Playbook, the global learning and networking platform advancing the careers of women executives, has entered a strategic partnership with FinBursa, a global digital investment and fundraising platform focused on connecting capital seekers with qualified and sophisticated investors across private markets.
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June 21, 2025
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Workshop on ‘World of Shakespeare’ held
In collaboration with Dubai National Theatre, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Library hosted a dynamic workshop titled “The World of Shakespeare: Literature and Performance.”
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June 21, 2025
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Liverpool star Salah among nominees for PFA Player of the Year award
LONDON Salah played a key role in Liverpool's EPL title triumph last season with 29 goals and 18 assists. He is joined on the shortlist by team-mate Mac Allister, Arsenal's Rice, Palmer of Chelsea, Newcastle's Isak and United's Fernandes
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June 21, 2025
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Scheffler shares lead at PGA Travelers Championship
World number one Scottie Scheffler fired an eagle and seven birdies in an eight-under-par 62 to seize a share of the first-round lead alongside Austin Eckroat in the US PGA Tour Travelers Championship in Connecticut on Thursday.
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June 21, 2025
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Rayner must learn lessons from house builders to succeed
In my corner of south-west London, it is impossible to avoid Berkeley Homes. Their boards are everywhere, popping up with new developments of apartments and houses.
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June 21, 2025
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Gross banks' assets up by 1.9% to Dhs4,719.4b at end of March
Gross banks' assets, including bankers' acceptances, increased by 1.9% from Dhs4,632.9 billion at the end of February 2025 to Dhs4,719.4 billion at the end of March 2025.
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June 21, 2025
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Internet outage disrupts aid operations in Gaza
A breakdown in communications networks in central and southern Gaza has cut many Palestinians off from the outside world for the past week, further straining aid efforts and emergency services amid continuing Israeli bombardment.
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June 21, 2025
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Pro League holds first assembly meeting for upcoming season
The UAE Pro League convened its first ordinary general assembly meeting for the 2024-25 season on Friday in Abu Dhabi.
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June 21, 2025
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Court orders man to repay Dhs8,000 to another
The Al Ain Court for Civil, Commercial, and Administrative Cases has ordered a man to repay Dhs8,000 to another and a fine of Dhs4,000 after failing to fulfill a promise to obtain the latter a tourist visa.
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June 21, 2025
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eXpace emerges key player in mobility tech space
DUBAI: A growing segment of the urban economy is being quietly transformed by eXpace, a UAE-born tech platform using Al and automation to reinvent how cities and developers manage and monetise parking spaces.
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June 21, 2025
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UAE to prioritise energy efficiency on global energy, climate agenda
The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEl), announced that it is chairing the Global Energy Efficiency Alliance (GEEA) for the coming years, following the formation of GEEA's General Secretariat.
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June 21, 2025
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Norway to meet 5% NATO goal on security spending
Norway plans to raise overall spending on defence and broader security to 5 per cent of gross domestic product, its prime minister said on Friday, in line with a planned common goal among NATO states.
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June 21, 2025
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Draper digs deep to reach Queen's semis for 1st time, Alcaraz advances
Jack Draper reached the Queen's Club semi-finals for the first time with a tense 6-4, 5-7, 6-4 win over American Brandon Nakashima on Friday.
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June 21, 2025
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Real star Mbappe released from hospital
Kylian Mbappe was discharged from the hospital on Thursday after experiencing an acute case of gastroenteritis, and it was not known when he will be able to play for Real Madrid at the Club World Cup.
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June 21, 2025
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Juneteenth celebrations marks end of slavery
Juneteenth celebrations unfolded across the US on Thursday, marking the day in 1865 when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Texas and attracting participants who said current events strengthened their resolve to be heard.
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June 21, 2025
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UAE to strengthen its leadership in maritime sector
Suhail Bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, highlighted that the Cabinet's decision to establish the National Maritime Navigation Centre reflects the UAE's strategic vision for developing an integrated sustainable and innovative maritime ecosystem and reinforcing the country's position as a leading global maritime hub.
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June 21, 2025
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Israeli strikes kill 60 Palestinians in Gaza
Israeli fire killed at least 60 Palestinians in Gaza on Friday, many of whom had been trying to get food, local officials said, while the United Nations’ children’s agency warned of a looming man-made drought in the enclave as its water systems collapse.
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