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SRK becomes richest star with net worth of $1.4b
Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan is now the richest entertainer in the world.
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October 02, 2025
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Deforestation linked to dramatic decline in Amazon rainfall
Droughts have withered crops in Peru, fires have scorched the Amazon and hydroelectric dams in Ecuador have struggled to keep the lights on as rivers dry up.
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October 02, 2025

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India central bank holds rates, leaves room for December cut
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept its policy rate unchanged on Wednesday, signalling room to lower rates in December as it assesses the impact of domestic tax cuts and punitive US tariffs on the South Asian economy.
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October 02, 2025
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Young night shift workers risk kidney stones: Study
Young night shift workers are more at risk of developing kidney stones, according to a study.
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October 02, 2025
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Fujairah to host Children's Book Fair from Oct.26
Under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, the emirate of Fujairah is preparing to host the second edition of the Fujairah Children's Book Fair in 2025, from 26th October to 2nd November, at the Dibba Exhibition Centre in Dibba Al Fujairah.
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October 02, 2025
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Rakhine faces a hunger catastrophe: Aid groups
Rakhine state, a western coastal region that has suffered years of conflict and ethnic violence mostly targeting the Rohingya Muslim minority, is now facing an “alarming” hunger crisis due to a “deadly combination of conflict, blockades, and funding cuts,” according to the United Nations’ World Food Programme.
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October 02, 2025

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UAE’S Federal Tax Authority and FTS of Russia sign agreement
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding and Technical Cooperation (MoU) with the Federal Tax Service of Russia in the field of tax administration.
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October 02, 2025
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Mobile, internet restored across Afghanistan
Mobile networks and the internet were restored across Afghanistan on Wednesday, 48 hours after the Taliban authorities shut down telecommunications.
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October 02, 2025
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Rose Room and Infinite Sky aim to bloom in G2 Jessamine
Two-year-old fillies Rose Room and Infinite Sky look to build on strong recent Kentucky Downs performances when they step up to G2 level for the Jessamine takes on the opening day of Keeneland’s Fall Meet on Friday.
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October 02, 2025
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Germany wakes up to threat of drones
Germany has decided that drones entering the country’s airspace raises the stakes of security, and there is need for high level military response.
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October 02, 2025

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UAE athletes to compete at Asian Youth and Islamic Solidarity Games
The UAE National Olympic Committee has announced details of the country's participation in the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain from October 22-31, and the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Saudi Arabia from November 7-21.
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October 02, 2025
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Sinner romps to 21st title, top seed Swiatek stunned by Navarro in Beijing event
Jannik Sinner won the 21st title of his career by thrashing American teenager Learner Tien at the China Open on Wednesday as women’s top seed Iga Swiatek was dumped out in the last 16 in a shock.
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October 02, 2025

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Australia cruise to six-wicket win over New Zealand in T20I opener
Mitchell Marsh scored a quickfire half-century as Australia crushed New Zealand by six wickets in the series-opening T20I despite a maiden century from home batter Tim Robinson in Mount Maunganui on Wednesday.
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October 02, 2025
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UAE marks International Day of Older Persons
Senior citizens in the UAE benefit from a comprehensive system of care and advanced services that ensure them a dignified life under the support and attention of the nation's leadership.
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October 02, 2025

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PM Modi takes part in Durga Puja festival in Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid obeisance to the almighty Goddess Durga almost around 'sandhikaal' or the juncture of Asthami-Navami on Tuesday, November 30, at Chittaranjan Park Kali Mandir in South Delhi.
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October 01, 2025

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Several missing after Indonesia school collapse
Parents were desperately searching for scores of missing teenage boys feared trapped under huge piles of concrete on Tuesday, after an Islamic boarding school collapsed in Indonesia as pupils were praying inside.
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October 01, 2025
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Al Zeyoudi discusses stronger trade ties in bilateral meetings
Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, joined the UAE delegation led by Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) meeting held in New York.
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October 01, 2025
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Domain Days Dubai 2025 returns for third edition
Get ready for the return of Domain Days Dubai 2025 - the Middle East and Africa's must-attend conference on domains, hosting, cloud, and every facet of web presence. Set for October 22-23 at the stunning Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, this year's event promises to be bigger and bolder than ever.
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October 01, 2025
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Oz all-rounder Maxwell ruled out of NZ T20 series with broken arm
Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has fractured his forearm and been ruled out of this week's three Twenty20s in New Zealand, the team said on Tuesday.
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October 01, 2025

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Israeli troops kill at least 31 Palestinians in Gaza
Israeli forces killed at least 31 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, local hospitals said, as questions churned about US President Donald Trump's peace plan aimed at ending the nearly two-year war in Gaza.
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October 01, 2025

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Japan’s economy shows strain as factory output and retail sales drop
Japan's factory output fell more than expected while retail sales declined for the first time in over three years in August, government data showed, heightening uncertainties about the economic outlook.
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October 01, 2025
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San Siro set for demolition following approved sale
One of the world's most famous stadiums is set for demolition after Milan city hall early on Tuesday approved the sale of San Siro, nicknamed football's La Scala, to the city's two football giants.
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October 01, 2025

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Etihad passenger services to connect 11 cities by 2026
Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the United Arab Emirates's national railway network, confirmed that it is moving forward with confidence toward launching passenger transport services by 2026, in line with the UAE's ambition to provide an integrated, safe, and efficient rail network.
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October 01, 2025
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India favourites for home Test series against struggling WI
Shubman Gill's India will be heavy favourites when they play a home two-Test series starting Thursday against a West Indies side struggling with injuries and a pale shadow of the team that once dominated cricket.
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October 01, 2025
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Women's role crucial to the growth of AI, says Bodour
With Artificial Intelligence (AI) - the sophisticated product of the \"Garbage In-Garbage Out Principle\" - ever riding high, men and women from various nationalities have repeatedly said that a healthier and better quality life rest entirely on one's self-awareness, willingness, and determination.
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October 01, 2025

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Clinical India begin campaign with win over SL in Women's World Cup opener
Riding on the spectacular fifties of Amanjot Kaur and Deepti Sharma, India defeated Sri Lanka by 59 runs by D/L method in the opening match of the Women's World Cup.
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October 01, 2025

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Schlotterbeck returns to boost Dortmund against Bilbao; boss Conte frets over Napoli injury crisis ahead of CL clash
Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck will make his Champions League return at home to Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, with the German team determined to improve their defending.
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October 01, 2025
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SSC set to host Air Badminton World Cup in December
The Sharjah Sports Council, chaired by Issa Hilal Al Hazami, Chairman of the Board, has approved final arrangements for hosting the Air Badminton World Cup, set to be held in Khorfakkan from Dec. II to 14.
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October 01, 2025

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Naqvi defiant as BCCI raises strong objections over Asia Cup trophy row
Despite repeated demands, Naqvi has still not agreed to hand over the trophy.
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October 01, 2025
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Nuno gets positive start as West Ham hold Everton
Nuno Espirito Santo started his West Ham reign with a 1-1 draw against Everton thanks to Jarrod Bowen's second half equaliser on Monday.
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