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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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December 12, 2025
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US drops bid to preserve FIFA bribery convictions
The US government has moved to drop its case against a former Fox broadcasting executive involved in the FIFA corruption scandal that plunged the world’s footballing body into crisis.
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December 12, 2025
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Protect sanitary workers' rights across Pakistan, IHC tells govt
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed the federal government to immediately implement protective measures for sewerage workers across the country, declaring the continued deaths of Christian labourers engaged in manual scavenging a grave violation of fundamental rights and a persistent failure of the state to fulfil its constitutional obligations.
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December 12, 2025
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Rain likely for 4 days from today, says NCM
Rains are expected to fall on Friday and to continue for four days as a result of the country being affected by the extension of a weak surface low-pressure system accompanied by the extension of a high-pressure system in the upper atmosphere, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
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December 12, 2025
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Man gets Dhs20m in compensation over financial fraud
The Dubai Civil Court ruled that a Gulf citizen should be compensated with Dhs20 million for being subjected to financial fraud, whereby a group of individuals seized his money under the pretext of investing it in film production.
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December 12, 2025
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Arsenal crush Brugge to extend CL win streak, Leverkusen held
Noni Madueke and Gabriel Martinelli scored wonder goals as Arsenal outclassed Club Brugge 3-0 on Wednesday to make it six wins out of six in the Champions League, virtually guaranteeing automatic qualification to the last 16.
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December 12, 2025
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India's Quadir steals show with two golds at Asian Youth Para Games
India marked a proud moment at the Asian Youth Para Games 2025 as Abdul Quadir Indori delivered an impressive performance in the swimming events, winning two gold medals in the 50m Butterfly and 50m Backstroke events.
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December 12, 2025
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'Grateful' Alonso feels Real stars' support amid slump after City loss
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said he feels backed by his squad to stay at the helm despite a 2-1 Champions League defeat by Manchester City on Wednesday.
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December 12, 2025
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UAE issues two federal decree laws
The UAE government has issued a Federal Decree-Law amending several provisions of the Civil Procedures Code, marking another leap aimed at developing the procedural structure of the civil judiciary and improving the quality of judicial work to meet the standards of contemporary justice.
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December 12, 2025
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Osimhen and Nigeria set sights on AFCON glory post WC flop
Victor Osimhen-inspired Nigeria are hurting after another unsuccessful World Cup qualifying campaign, and the quickest route to recovery would be winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
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December 12, 2025
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Bedard, Knight help Blackhawks bounce back with win over Rangers
Connor Bedard registered a goal and an assist and Spencer Knight pitched his second shutout of the season for the host Chicago Blackhawks in a 3-0 win against the New York Rangers on Wednesday.
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