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Rwanda's CB hikes lending rate by 50 basis points
Rwanda’s central bank hiked its key lending rate by 50 basis points to 7.25 per cent after inflation rose beyond its target band.
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February 20, 2026
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Bangladesh PM vows price stability during Ramadan
Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has pledged to stabilise prices during the holy month of Ramadan, restore the rule of law and advance economic and infrastructure reforms following his party’s landslide victory in parliamentary elections.
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February 20, 2026
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Rahul Gandhi to lead UDF election campaign
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of India’s Parliament, will lead the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) campaign for the upcoming Kerala legislative assembly elections.
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February 20, 2026
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GCAA, Abu Dhabi Aviation Group sign MoU
ABU DHABI: The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi Aviation Group to strengthen cooperation in implementing practical aircraft maintenance experience programmes under the Al Jeer Practical Maintenance Experience Programme.
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February 20, 2026
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Modi pitches India as global AI hub at summit
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday pitched India as a central player in the global artificial intelligence ecosystem, saying the country aims to build technology at home while deploying it worldwide.
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February 20, 2026
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NAS Sports tourney opens with record 11,000 athletes
Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Olympic Committee and Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council (DSC), has reiterated that Dubai is committed to the growth of the sports sector, investing in the development of sports infrastructure, enhancing the appeal of sports, and expanding its reach among all segments of society.
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February 20, 2026
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Sharjah Police launch anti-begging campaign
The Sharjah Police, through the Security Media Department and in collaboration with the Anti-Begging Committee, initiated the campaign \"Begging is a Crime and Giving is a Responsibility.
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February 20, 2026
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Partnership to deliver computing solutions
EHC Investment L.L.C., Phoenix Technologies Ltd., and AAA Commercial Enterprises LLC have signed a binding Memorandum of Understanding to establish a joint venture (JV) focused on delivering next-generation sovereign cloud infrastructure, secure data platforms, and advanced Al computing solutions across the region.
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February 20, 2026
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UAE ranks third globally in growth of AI apps' usage
The UAE has secured the third place globally for its annual growth rates in adopting artificial intelligence applications.
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February 20, 2026
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UAE pledges $1.2b to Gaza relief and reconstruction
Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that the United Arab Emirates will provide $1.2 billion in support of Gaza through the Board of Peace.
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February 20, 2026
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Here's some frank advice – always carry a book with you
At the start of the year, I open a new note in my phone's app, ready to begin a list of everything I'll read over the next 12 months.
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February 20, 2026
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British couple held in Iran sentenced to 10 years
A British couple detained in Iran since January 2025 have been sentenced to 10 years in jail for espionage, their family announced on Thursday, prompting condemnation from the UK government.
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February 20, 2026
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Bodour announces Oman as Guest of Honour at 45th SIBF
Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), has announced the Sultanate of Oman as Guest of Honour for the upcoming 45th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF).
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February 20, 2026
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16 killed in Karachi building collapse following gas blast
A gas explosion ripped through an apartment building in Pakistan's largest port city of Karachi on Thursday, killing at least 16 people, including women and children, after part of the structure collapsed, police and rescue officials said.
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February 20, 2026
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No deal nor any leniency for PTI founder, says Minister Tarar
Both sides — the government and Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) — have rejected any possible deal between them on incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan’s imprisonment.
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February 20, 2026
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Modon reports Dhs13.8b revenue
Modon
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February 20, 2026
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Title holder Arsenal and Real cruise into women's Champions League quarter-finals
Titleholder Arsenal and Real Madrid easily won their home games on Wednesday to reach the women’s Champions League quarterfinals.
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February 20, 2026
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US plans to withdraw all 1,000 troops from Syria
The United States is planning to withdraw all of its 1,000 troops from Syria over the next two months, according to US media reports.
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February 20, 2026
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CBUAE and UAE IAA team up to enhance financial supervision
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and the UAE Internal Auditors Association (UAE IAA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop the business environment and modernise regulatory frameworks in the financial sector.
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February 20, 2026
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SBP fined Rs500,000 for denying 'paternity leave' to an employee
The central bank has been fined Rs500,000 for unlawfully denying paternity leave to an employee after a decision by the Federal Ombudsperson for Protection Against Harassment Fouzia Waqar.
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February 20, 2026
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Key bypass lane 'exit' on Emirates Road closed
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announced that the bypass lane “exit” for those coming from Dubai towards Sharjah City at Bridge No. 7 on Emirates Road has been closed as part of the ongoing development work to develop and improve the efficiency of the intersection.
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February 20, 2026
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Marseille appoint former captain Beye as new head coach
Marseille have appointed their former captain Habib Beye as coach, the club announced on Wednesday, just over a week after he was sacked by their Ligue I rivals Rennes.
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February 20, 2026
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Costelow starts, Hamer-Webb makes Wales debut in Six Nations clash with Scotland
Sam Costelow will start at fly-half, with Gabriel Hamer-Webb handed a debut, as Wales look to end their Six Nations losing streak by beating Scotland in Cardiff on Saturday.
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February 20, 2026
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US and Canada reach ice-hockey semi-finals at winter Olympics
When the US gave up atying goal to Sweden with 91 seconds left in the quarterfinals at the Olympics, even the most seasoned players were on edge.
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February 20, 2026
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Make movies for the people who are going to buy tickets: Margot Robbie
Arts & Culture
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February 20, 2026
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Dubai South opens new facility for RH Aero
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South has officially inaugurated a new state-of-the-art facility for RH Aero Systems (RH Aero).
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February 20, 2026
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Australia vow to entertain in bid for eves’ Asian Cup glory
Coach Joe Montemurro pledged on Thursday Australia will play an ‘entertaining’ brand of football in their bid to win the Women’s Asian Cup after naming a strong squad spearheaded by Sam Kerr, Mary Fowler and Steph Catley.
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February 20, 2026
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FANR boosts UAE's radiological coordination
ABU DHABI: The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) hosted the Joint Emergency Radiological Monitoring and Assessment Team (JERMAT) meeting in Abu Dhabi, bringing together national stakeholders to enhance coordination on radiological monitoring, sampling, and assessment.
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February 20, 2026
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Liverpool boss Slot says Isak in 'final stages of rehabilitation'
Liverpool manager Arne Slot said on Thursday he believes striker Alexander Isak is in the “final stages of rehab” and could return by the end of next month to bolster the Reds’ push for Champions League qualification.
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February 20, 2026
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Anisimova ends Andreeva title defence in teary quarters, Eala goes down fighting Gauff in Dubai
Amanda Anisimova ended a tearful Mirra Andreeva’s Dubai title defence on Thursday with a comeback 2-6, 7-5, 7-6 (7/4) victory in the quarterfinals.
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