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New Year holiday for private sector announced
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, will be an official paid holiday for all private-sector employees in the UAE on the occasion of the New Year.
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December 13, 2025
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SGH opens new clinic in Sharjah
Saudi German Health (SGH) inaugurated its new Al Suyoh Clinic, located inside Al Suyoh Mall in Sharjah, providing families with convenient access to essential healthcare services within one of the emirate's fastest-growing residential communities.
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December 13, 2025
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Congo eye WC redemption against Senegal at AFCON
The highlight of Group D at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco promises to be the showdown between two former champions, Senegal and the DR Congo.
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December 13, 2025
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Rain likely throughout the week
The National Centre of Metrology (NCM) has reported that from Saturday, until next Friday, the country will be affected by waves of atmospheric instability due to a surface low pressure system extending from the Red Sea, accompanied by humid southeasterly winds, with an upper low pressure system deepening and weakening at times, accompanied by a northwesterly air current.
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December 13, 2025
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ISF likely to be deployed in Gaza next month: US
A US two-star general is being considered to lead the force as officials are working out the size of the ISF, composition, housing, training and rules of engagement
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December 13, 2025
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UAE and Gabon boost trade relations
Dr Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, made a high-level visit to Gabon, where he met with President General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema and conveyed the greetings of the UAE's leadership, wishing the Gabonese people peace and prosperity.
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December 13, 2025
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US delegation visits Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival
A US Consulate delegation headed by Consul-General in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, Robert Raines, visited the Sharjah Art Museum as part of the cultural visits for the 26th edition of the Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival, held under the theme \"Lantern.
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December 13, 2025
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Chacarra grabs first round lead at Alfred Dunhill C’ship
Spain's Eugenio Chacarra and home golfer Christiaan Burke both carded record nine under-par 63s in a low-scoring opening round of the Alfred Dunhill Championship at Royal Johannesburg on Thursday.
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December 13, 2025
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Australia’s Thompson grabs lead at Saudi Open
Australian Jack Thompson put to rest any doubts that he would not keep his Asian Tour card for next year by charging into the lead at the halfway mark of the Saudi Open presented by PIF.
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December 13, 2025
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Why Davina McCall will never regret her ‘invisible wedding’
When | read the news that Davina McCall had ‘secretly' married her partner Michael Douglas in a ceremony in front of immediate family and her closest friends, | had one thought: “Yes, Davina!”
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December 13, 2025
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60 migrants brought to Malta as boat capsizes
Some 60 African migrants were brought to Malta on Friday after their boat capsized close to the Mediterranean island, one of the biggest groups to arrive in recent years.
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December 13, 2025
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Casagrand unveils Dhs420m project in Dubai
DUBAI: India’s leading real estate developer, Casagrand, has unveiled its debut international project worth Dhs420 million in Dubai.
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December 13, 2025
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New treatment makes teen cancer-free after leukaemia
Palliative care felt like the only option left for 13-year-old leukaemia patient Alyssa Tapley, until she became the first person in the world to take a treatment that edits healthy immune cells to fight cancer
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December 13, 2025
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Varsity entrance exams organiser resigns in S.Korea
The chief organiser of South Korea's notoriously gruelling university entrance exams has resigned -- after complaints that an English test he designed was just too difficult.
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December 13, 2025
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UAE enhances economic ties with Senegal
Dr Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, led a high-level delegation to the Republic of Senegal, where he met with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, conveying the best wishes of the leadership of the UAE and wishing the Senegalese people prosperity and progress.
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December 13, 2025
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CBUAE, National Anti-Narcotics Authority enhance cooperation
Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamad Al Nahyan, Chairman of the National Anti-Narcotics Authority, held a meeting with Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), at the Central Bank headquarter in Abu Dhabi.
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December 13, 2025
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Amanat share price reaches 7-year high
Amanat Holdings PJSC, the leading healthcare and education listed investment company, has witnessed a significant surge in its share price, driven by a series of positive developments, most notably the listing of its education arm, Almasar Alshamil Education, which has sparked renewed investor interest.
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December 13, 2025
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Ruijie Reyee concludes MEA Partner Connect 2025
DUBAI: Ruijie Networks, a leading global provider of ICT infrastructure and network solutions, hosted the Ruijie Reyee MEA Partner Connect 2025 on December 11, 2025, in Dubai.
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December 13, 2025
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US approves sale of technology worth $686m for Pakistan’s F-16s
The United States has approved the sale of advanced technology and support for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets, valued at $686 million, according to a letter the US Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) sent to Congress on December 8, a Washington-datelined report said.
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December 13, 2025
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Gold clings to 7-week high as investors gauge Fed trajectory
Gold prices held near a seven-week high on Friday, supported by expectations of more interest rate cuts next year after the US Federal Reserve pushed back against hawkish market bets, while silver hovered just below Thursday's record peak.
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December 13, 2025
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Plain White T's still pack venues 20 years after 'Delilah'
Two decades after the Plain White T's first piled onto a studio floor with nothing but hope, $5 footlongs and a pop-punk dream, the band is still finding new ways to surprise themselves.
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December 13, 2025
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Alonso faces Real turning point test at Alaves as Barcelona meet Osasuna
Real Madrid ran, and running was enough.
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December 13, 2025
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Dortmund stung by Schlotterbeck's criticism ahead of Freiburg clash
Borussia Dortmund will need to cool tempers after Nico Schlotterbeck’s criticism of his teammates before facing Freiburg in the Bundesliga on Sunday.
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December 13, 2025
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Investors eager for delayed data to shed light on US economy
A host of delayed employment, inflation and other data in the coming week will give a long-anticipated view of the US economy that could help guide markets into year-end.
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December 13, 2025
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Warnings emerge amid looming regulatory apocalypse signs
The confluence of two seemingly unrelated news events in recent days - the first one roiling Hollywood and media from coast to coast, the other playing out before the Supreme Court - was nothing short of uncanny.
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December 13, 2025
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We need to cool our political tempers - and we can
Most Americans would be overjoyed if politicians and political activists would cool their rhetoric.
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December 13, 2025
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Etihad Airways carries 2.1m passengers in November 2025
Etihad Airways welcomed 2.1 million passengers in November 2025, achieving a 28 percent year-on-year increase, marking a new peak in the airline's traffic for 2025.
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December 13, 2025
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Follow safety rules, Abu Dhabi sand bikers told
As part of the \"Safe and Enjoyable Winter\" campaign, Abu Dhabi Police (ADP) have emphasised that sand bike users must adhere to 12 safety measures.
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December 13, 2025
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Aubameyang faces familiar foes as Marseille seek title revival
Veteran goal-grabber Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will face his former employers Monaco in Ligue I on Sunday, with his inconsistent Marseille side seeking to get their title challenge back on track.
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December 13, 2025
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Messi to unveil 21-metre statue of himself on India ‘GOAT’ tour
Lionel Messi will unveil a 21-metre (70-foot) statue of himself in India on Saturday as he embarks on a three-day tour of the country that has sparked a fan frenzy.
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