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Back to moon: US and China see fast-approaching finish line
Fee: his first term, President Donald Trump held a modest ceremony directing NASA to return humans to the moon for the first time in 5O years. It was a goalpost set without a road map. Veterans of the space community reflected on the 2017 document, conspicuously silent on budgets and timelines, equivocating between excitement and concern. Was Trump setting up a giveaway to special interests in the aerospace community? Or was he setting forth areal strategic vision for the coming decade, to secure American leadership in the heavens? It was areturn to aplan first proposed by President George W. Bush in 2004, then abandoned by President Barack Obama in 2010, asserting the moon as a vital part of American ambitions in space. Whether to return to the lunar surface at all — or skip it to focus on Mars — was a longstanding debate governing the division of resources at NASA, where every project is precious, holding extraordinary promise for the knowledge of mankind, yet requiring consistent, high-dollar funding commitments from a capricious Congress.
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September 26, 2025
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Marquez poised to seal seventh MotoGP title in Japan
Marc Marquez can clinch his seventh MotoGP world championship in Japan at the weekend to underline a season of dominance and match the record of motorcycle great Valentino Rossi.
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September 26, 2025
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Ras Al Khaimah court resolves Dhs900m case within a day
In a precedent that was the first of its kind since it was established, the One-Day Court in Ras Al Khaimah successfully adjudicated a civil case worth Dhs900 million in just one day, from filing the case until the verdict was issued, without any delay, appeal or objection.
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September 26, 2025
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Former ambassador Al Zaabi passes away
Former Ambassador Salem Issa Ali Al Qattam Al Zaabi has passed away.
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September 26, 2025
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Sheraa concludes 2025 ‘Dojo +' with 3 winners showing innovative projects
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) concluded its 2025 Dojo+ program with a Pitch Competition held on Wednesday, September 24, at the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park.
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September 26, 2025
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Four dead in violent Ladakh protests; curbs imposed in Leh
Protesters were demanding the implementation of Sixth Schedule, and statehood; Ladakh wasn't even promised Statehood, they feel betrayed & angry: J&K CM
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September 25, 2025
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Banks to be affected by H-1B system overhaul
The Trump administration's overhaul of the H-IB system could have an outsized impact on the finance industry, which could face hiring challenges following the imposition of the new $100,000 fee. Financial firms are among the largest users of H-IB visas, employment-based visas awarded by an annual lottery, although their usage is dwarfed by tech companies, reported Reuters. In 2025, the 10 top US financial firms received about 12,000 H-IB visas, according to government data, with JPM the biggest by far with 2,440.
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September 25, 2025
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Aldar boosts liquidity with dual tranche green Sukuk tap
Adar Investment Properties (AIP), subsidiary of Aldar Properties (Aldar), has successfully raised $290 million through taps on its existing green Sukuks maturing in 2034 and 2035.
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September 25, 2025
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Andrej Babis win in Czech vote would boost populists
Billion aire Andrej Babis is widely expected to return to power in a Czech election next month, in a boost to the populist, anti-immigration camp within the European Union that could weaken backing for Ukraine's defence against Russia.
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September 25, 2025
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Dengue fever ravages war-battered Sudan
Tens of thousands of Sudanese people have fallen victim to dengue fever and other diseases, Sudan's health minister said, as seasonal rains further test infrastructure and hospitals devastated by conflict.
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September 25, 2025
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General Budget Committee discusses draft budget for the fiscal year 2026
The General Budget Committee has held its 14th meeting to discuss the draft general budget of the UAE for the fiscal year 2026.
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September 25, 2025
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WJMES opens with record participation, unveils world's heaviest gold dress
The 56th edition of the Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show (WJMES), the region's largest gold and jewellery trade event, officially opened on Wednesday at the Expo Centre Sharjah.
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September 25, 2025
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Ajman Ruler reviews results of income survey
His Highness Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, in the presence of Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council, reviewed the results of the Household Income and Expenditure Survey in Ajman for 2024 and the first half of 2025, through a detailed presentation prepared by the Ajman Statistics Centre.
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September 25, 2025
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Court orders fraudster to repay Dhs499,000
The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Cases Court ruled that a person must repay Dhs499,000 and pay a fine of Dhs50,000 to a company.
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September 25, 2025
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Invest bank announces new leadership appointments
In line with its mission to elevate governance and earn trust at every level, Invest bank has announced the appointments of Rajesh Verma as Chief Audit Officer and Nouwaf Alderei as Chief Compliance Officer. These additions highlight the bank's unwavering focus on strengthening internal systems and driving performance through independent oversight.
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September 25, 2025
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Wyatt and Sharjah team lead the pack into next week's Shanghai Grand Prix
Indications after the opening round of the UIMFIH2O World Championship on Lake Toba in Indonesia suggest that this year's series is going to be one of the most exciting on record.
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September 25, 2025
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Sultan meets first cohort of PhD students at GSU
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, underlined the pivotal role of academic research at the postgraduate level in uncovering truths and expanding knowledge.
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September 25, 2025
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Typhoon Ragasa batters south China after killing 17 in Taiwan
Fierce winds, pounding rain and rough seas battered southern China on Wednesday as powerful Typhoon Ragasa made landfall in Guangdong province after killing at least 17 in Taiwan.
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September 25, 2025
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Claudia Cardinale, Tunisian-born star of Italian cinema dies at age 87
With her fierce beauty and husky voice, Claudia Cardinale not only captivated Italy's greatest filmmakers, she played opposite most of the leading men of the time, from Burt Lancaster to Alain Delon and Henry Fonda
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September 25, 2025
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Sharjah Forum highlights Muslim contributions
The Islamic Forum in Sharjah concluded its specialised two-day scientific symposium Wednesday, titled “Intellectual Contributions of Muslims to Civilisation and Their Contemporary Applications.”
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September 25, 2025
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Al Ain Zoo launches new programmes for students
Al Ain Zoo has introduced a new series of educational programmes for the 2025 academic year, offering students from kindergarten to grade 10 an engaging blend of learning and exploration.
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September 25, 2025
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Pakistan's poverty climbed to 25% after years of decline: WB
Pakistan's sharp decline in poverty has stalled in recent years due to economic shocks and a lack of structural reforms, the World Bank (WB) said.
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September 25, 2025
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ClearTax to invest $50 million in UAE
ClearTax, one of the world's largest enterprise AI-driven companies in tax and compliance, announced a $50 million investment in the UAE.
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September 25, 2025
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President witnesses launch of 13 projects worth Dhs106b
Projects aim to provide more than 40,000 homes and residential plots for Emiratis; plans include commercial centres, mosques, schools, parks, green areas and sports facilities.
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September 25, 2025
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Deal to shape future of mobility in UAE
In a landmark step towards shaping the future of urban mobility in the UAE, Dubai Taxi Company, together with its strategic partner Bolt, has entered into a strategic alliance with Kabi by Al Ghurair and Zed, the UAE's homegrown ride-hailing app, aimed at enhancing the ride-hailing experience for residents and visitors alike.
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September 25, 2025
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Mbappe scores brace as Real thrash Levante, Villarreal edge past Sevilla
Real Madrid extended their winning start to La Liga with a comfortable 4-1 triumph at Levante on Tuesday.
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September 25, 2025
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Donald Trump's Tylenol briefing peddled junk science
Just as easy answers to explain complex conditions are scarce, so, too, are miracle cures. Yet Trump and his health leaders blithely overpromised on the potential of leucovorin, which they claimed could help with speech and behavioral problems in children with autism
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September 25, 2025
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Sharjah Police uncover fake rental scheme, arrest thirteen
In an operation dubbed 'Shebak Al-Wahm' (The Illusion Trap), Sharjah Police successfully dismantled an electronic fraud network and uncovered a fake rental scheme.
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September 25, 2025
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Abhishek and Varun retain top spots in T20I rankings
Despite many players making a surge in the ICC Men's T201 rankings, India duo of Abhishek Sharma and Varun Chakravarthy have retained their top spots in the batting and bowling charts, respectively.
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September 25, 2025
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Rebel's Romance aims to grab G1 Joe Hirsch glory
America’s reigning Champion Male Turf Horse Rebel’s Romance makes his first stateside appearance of 2025 as he lines up alongside El Cordobes in the Gl Joe Hirsch Turf Classic at ‘Aqueduct on Saturday.
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