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Protests held against hike in petroleum prices
Workers of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) held demonstrations in several cities on Friday against the hike in petroleum prices in the country.
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May 02, 2026
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Iran sends new proposal for talks with US to Pakistan
Iran delivered a new proposal for peace talks with the US via mediator Pakistan, state media reported on Friday, with negotiations between the two sides frozen despite a weeks-long ceasefire.
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May 02, 2026
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SC to examine silencing of historic Kannur siren
The Supreme Court of India is set to review a petition from the Kannur Municipal Corporation challenging a Kerala High Court ruling ordering the removal of a siren used for over sixty years, first installed during the 1965 Indo-Pakistan war for civil defence.
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May 02, 2026
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Milly Alcock reveals the unusual way she was cast as a 'Supergirl'
Not too long after James Gunn and Peter Safran stepped up to lead DC Studios into the future, they were riffing about Supergirl.
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May 02, 2026
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India's cows offer biogas alternative to energy crunch
Across much of India, an energy crunch caused by the Iran war has prompted long queues for cooking gas cylinders.
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May 02, 2026
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King Charles gets warm welcome in Bermuda
King Charles III stopped off in the British island territory of Bermuda on Friday after a high-stakes visit to the United States where he sought to heal strained ties between Washington and London.
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May 02, 2026
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National Register of Modern Architectural Heritage launched
The Ministry of Culture announced the launch of the National Register of Modern Architectural Heritage, marking a significant step towards documenting and safeguarding elements of the UAE's modern architectural legacy.
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May 02, 2026
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5 firms unveil smart solutions to support agricultural sector
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) and the National Agriculture Center have concluded Agriboost 2026 - a comprehensive training and hands-on programme to empower agritech startups, develop innovative solutions to support the sustainability of agriculture, and reinforce food security ecosystems in the UAE.
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May 02, 2026
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Arsenal seek to ramp up heat on City in title race, Spurs count cost of injuries
City are chasing the seventh Premier League crown of the Guardiola era as they seek to take advantage of Arsenal's latest title-race stumble
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May 02, 2026
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Well-designed room supports child's health
In today's fast-paced, stimulus-driven world, there is a growing need to rethink the environments where children grow and develop — starting with their own rooms.
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May 02, 2026
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Diamond Gem AA shines in US leg of UAE President's Cup for Purebred Arabians
Diamond Gem AA secured his third title in the American leg and his second in a row, bolstering his impressive record in the prestigious cup races
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May 02, 2026
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I have ADHD – brains like mine could benefit UK
I have ADHD.
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May 02, 2026
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Apple leads Wall Street toward more records as oil prices ease
NEW YORK Apple led the way and rallied 4% after the iPhone seller reported stronger profit and revenue for the latest quarter than analysts expected
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May 02, 2026
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Verstappen evaluates F1 future amid technical shifts
Max Verstappen said he was taking his time in deciding his Formula One future and called recent rule changes merely a 'tickle' rather than what was really required.
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May 02, 2026
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Flick is happy Raphinha back for Barca with title in sight
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick celebrated the return of winger Raphinha from injury on Friday as the Catalans close in on the Spanish title.
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May 02, 2026
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Leipzig target CL return as top-four race intensifies
RB Leipzig can achieve their 'season goal' of returning to the Champions League as the top-four race in the Bundesliga comes to a head this Saturday.
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May 02, 2026
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Sheikh Zayed Book Award opens entries
The Sheikh Zayed Book Award (SZBA), organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), has opened submissions for its 21st edition (2026-2027), accepting entries from May 1 to Sept.1, 2026.
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May 02, 2026
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Sinner and Kostyuk enter Madrid Open final; Nishikori to retire at end of season
World number one Jannik Sinner downed Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-4 on Friday to reach the Madrid Open final.
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May 02, 2026
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Greater production flexibility benefits Adnoc's listed firms
The UAE's decision to conclude its membership of Opec and OPEC+ reflects a shift towards aligning production more closely with capacity and market demand.
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May 02, 2026
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Man held for driving without number plate
Dubai Police arrested a driver who deliberately removed his vehicle's front number plate in order to circumvent smart enforcement systems and avoid traffic violations by driving recklessly and carelessly and jumping a red light in a behaviour that involved serious disregard for the lives and safety of others.
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May 02, 2026
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SCCI strengthens engagement with entrepreneurs in the Eastern Region
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) hosted a forum for the members of the Small and Medium Enterprises Centre “Tijarah IOI”-
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May 02, 2026
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2.7% pass CSS exam, Bajaur's Muneeba breaks barriers
Mere 2.7 per cent candidates passed the most prestigious Central Superior Services (CSS) examination with a major milestone for the tribal districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) as a girl, Muneeba Hussain, became the first female from Bajaur to be allocated to the elite Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS) after successfully clearing the CSS exam.
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May 02, 2026
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Intense heatwaves to hit India; less rains feared in South Asia
Rainfall is likely to be below normal during the June-September 2026 southwest monsoon season across much of South Asia, with the strongest signal over central regions, according to a new seasonal forecast which will help millions of people prepare.
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May 02, 2026
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Sweet are the uses of adversity: Jorge Tacla finds truths amid traumas at SAF
Jorge Tacla, a third-generation Chilean artist of Palestinian and Syrian descent who has been working between Santiago and New York since 1981, brings four decades of paintings, drawings and installations to Sharjah Art Foundation (SAF).
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May 02, 2026
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US to 'close' its flagship Gaza mission
A US military-run centre near Gaza that critics say failed in its mission to monitor the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and boost aid flows to besieged Palestinians is set to be shut by the Trump administration, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.
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May 02, 2026
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VP launches Mohammed Bin Rashid Government Scholarships
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the Mohammed Bin Rashid Government Scholarships in the presence of Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence.
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May 02, 2026
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AD Police unveil videos of distracted driving
Abu Dhabi Police, in cooperation with the Monitoring and Control Centre and as part of “Your Comment” initiative, broadcast a video of accidents caused by distracted driving and entering the road without ensuring it was clear of vehicles.
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May 02, 2026
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Godon wins third stage, Pogacar keeps lead
After being caught on the line the day before, Dorian Godon sprinted to victory on the third stage of the Tour of Romandie on Friday as UAE Team Emirates-XRG rider Tadej Pogacar, who had won the previous two stages, cruised in fourth to preserve his overall lead.
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May 02, 2026
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Hungary's shift unlocks new chances for NATO
The ousting this month of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in a landslide electoral defeat has generated a flood of commentary.
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May 02, 2026
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Creativity award winners honoured in Sharjah
Under the patronage of the wife of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Cultural Office of the Sharjah Family and Community Council has announced the winners of the eighth edition of the Sharjah Award for Gulf Women’s Creativity 2026.
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