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Chemical plant blast kills 5, injures 19 in China
An explosion at a chemical plant in the eastern Chinese province of Shandong killed at least five people, with 19 injured and six missing, the state-run Xinhua agency said late on Tuesday.
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May 28, 2025
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Top court of Bangladesh acquits Jel leader
Bangladesh's top court on Tuesday overturned a conviction against a key leader of the Jamaat-e-Islami (Jel) party, who had been on death row since being sentenced under the regime ousted last year.
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May 28, 2025
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Adnoc Drilling secures $1.15 billion contract
Adnoc Drilling Company announced today the award of a $1.15 billion, 15-year contract for two jack-up rigs by Adnoc Offshore in support of its growing offshore operations.
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May 28, 2025
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Central Bank suspends minimum balance fee
The Central Bank of the UAE issued a circular on Tuesday instructing banks to suspend increases in minimum balance requirements and halt the application of related fees until further notice.
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May 28, 2025
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Surgical innovation thrives at Thumbay
Thumbay University Hospital in Ajman has rapidly established itself as the foremost destination for advanced surgical care in the Northern Emirates.
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May 28, 2025
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180,000 Gazans displaced in renewed Israeli offensive
A renewed Israeli military offensive has forcibly displaced almost 180,000 people in just IO days through to May 25, the International Organisation for Migration said on Tuesday.
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May 28, 2025
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RTA makes vehicle inspection appointments mandatory
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has activated the Vehicle Inspection Appointment Booking service on the “RTA Dubai” app and the website www.rta.ae.
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May 28, 2025
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Burjeel founder donates Dhs4m for free surgeries
Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder and Chairman of Burjeel Holdings, announced a donation of Dhs4 million to fund 10 free advanced prosthetic limb surgeries for low-income individuals.
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May 28, 2025
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Xiaomi reports 47% revenue growth in Q1
China’s Xiaomi reported a 47.4 per cent annual jump in first-quarter revenue as the company doubled down on making electric vehicles.
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May 28, 2025
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Trinamool sets 2-day deadline for its inclusion in UDF
In a deft move, the Trinamool Congress has decided to field party state coordinator PV Anver in the upcoming Nilambur Assembly by-poll on 19 June, if Congress failed to induct the party into the opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) within two days.
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May 28, 2025
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AI sometimes deceives to survive, does anybody care?
You'd think that as artificial intelligence becomes more advanced, governments would be more interested in making it safer.
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May 28, 2025
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GPSSA explains work-related injuries
The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) in Abu Dhabi has clarified that work-related injuries include any accident an insured person has while commuting to or from their workplace, provided it is proved by police reports confirming the accident occurred on the insured person's regular route to work.
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May 28, 2025
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Life term, Dhs10m fine for money laundering in UAE
Money laundering crime in the UAE is penalised by life imprisonment, a fine of up to Dhs10 million, and deportation for foreign offenders, according to lawyer and legal consultant Omar Al Awadi who emphasised that the UAE has tightened its measures against such crimes due to their severe impact on the financial and economic systems.
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May 28, 2025
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Premier Modi vows stern reply to terrorist action
Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent out a fresh warning to India’s adversaries on Monday, stating that anyone who tries to bleed India or shed the blood of its citizens will be replied in the same language.
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May 27, 2025
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Juventus beat Venezia to book CL berth, Inter's Inzaghi rejects Saudi rumours
Juventus qualified for the Champions League on Sunday, beating relegated Venezia 3-2 to pip Roma, 2-0 winners at Torino, to Serie A's final spot by a single point.
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May 27, 2025
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Young creators changing digital narrative globally
The Arab Youth Media Forum, held on the opening day of the Arab Media Summit 2025, featured a series of engaging 'Media Chats' exploring how young creators and regional media leaders are reshaping the digital narrative, locally and globally.
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May 27, 2025
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Kerala ruling party leaders booked in fraud case
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has charged top leaders of the ruling Communist Party of India (Marxist) or CPI (M) in a bank fraud case involving Rs 1.8 billion.
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May 27, 2025
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Political, military elite witness rare display of mutual respect
The political and military elite witnessed a rare display of mutual respect and understanding as President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and the Field Marshal Syed Asid Munir stood side by side in a show of unity at the dinner hosted by the army chief, said a report.
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May 27, 2025
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CBUAE, Azerbaijan counterpart sign MoU
Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), and Taleh Kazimov, Governor of the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan (CBAR), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cooperation and exchange of expertise and information in areas of shared interest within the financial sector.
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May 27, 2025
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Palestinians to raise flag at WHO for 1st time after vote
The Palestinian delegation won the right to fly their flag at the World Health Organisation (WHO) after a symbolic victory in a vote on Monday that its envoy hopes will lead to greater recognition within the United Nations and beyond.
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May 27, 2025
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Trump says Putin has gone crazy; US weighs more curbs on Russia
US President Donald Trump said Vladimir Putin had \"gone absolutely CRAZY\" by unleashing the largest aerial attack of the war on Ukraine and said he was weighing new sanctions on Moscow, though he also scolded Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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May 27, 2025
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Trump says Putin has gone crazy; US weighs more curbs on Russia
US President Donald Trump said Vladimir Putin had \"gone absolutely CRAZY\" by unleashing the largest aerial attack of the war on Ukraine and said he was weighing new sanctions on Moscow, though he also scolded Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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May 27, 2025
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Ajman to strengthen financial integration
The Department of Finance in Ajman has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Ajman Bank. This collaboration aims to strengthen digital financial integration, reduce bureaucracy, and improve the effectiveness of financial operations while delivering high-quality financial services.
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May 27, 2025
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Pakistan to planet: Faiza Khanna and Naqsh Art Dxb's enterprising odyssey
Faiza Khanna founded Naqsh Art Dxb in 2024. It is a Dubai-based art company that deals in art and promotes it, striving to bridge Pakistani artists and the international art scene.
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May 27, 2025
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Markets rally as Trump delays 50% EU tariffs
Global markets climbed on Monday and the euro rallied after US President Donald Trump kicked his threat to slap 50% tariffs on European Union goods into July, marking another temporary trade policy reprieve.
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May 27, 2025
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Rasha Thadani has 'first Dan rank' in Taekwondo, reveals Raveena
Actress Raveena Tandon revealed that her actress-daughter Rasha Thadani, whom she lovingly calls her “Lakshmi”, has a first Dan rank in Taekwondo.
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May 27, 2025
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Dubai and Brazil to strengthen trade, investment cooperation
Dubai Chamber of Commerce (DCC), one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the establishment of the Brazilian Business Council.
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May 27, 2025
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World Utilities Congress to open today in Abu Dhabi
The World Utilities Congress 2025 will officially open Today Tuesday) at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council.
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May 27, 2025
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UAE and Paraguay leaders explore ways to boost ties
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Santiago Peña, President of the Republic of Paraguay, on Monday explored ways to enhance bilateral cooperation to support the two countries' shared vision for sustainable development and prosperity.
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May 27, 2025
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Raza jets in 10 minutes before toss to lead Lahore to PSL title
Sikandar Raza hit the winning runs to seal the Pakistan Super League title for Lahore Qalandars on Sunday, having landed just 10 minutes before the toss after a mad dash from England.
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