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Youth key partners in shaping present, building the future
Mohamed Bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, affirmed that the UAE, under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, may God protect him, regards youth as essential partners in shaping the present and building the future. He noted that their ability to transform national goals into tangible achievements stems from their direct contributions to serving the community and advancing sustainable development through innovative initiatives and projects that address real needs on the ground.
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August 13, 2025
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Sinner advances, Sabalenka survives Raducanu scare
Jannik Sinner ignored power failure interruptions and a blaring alarm to defeat Gabriel Diallo 6-2, 7-6 (8/6) on Monday's day of distractions at the ATP and WTA Cincinnati Open.
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August 13, 2025
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UAE, Finland tie up to boost cooperation
Dr. Abdulla Al Mandous, Director-General of the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) and President of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), and Professor Petteri Taalas, Director-General of the Finnish Meteorological Institute (FMI), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in meteorology and polar research.
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August 13, 2025
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Thai soldier injured by landmine near Cambodia
A Thai soldier was injured by a landmine near the Cambodian border on Tuesday, the Thai army said, days after the Southeast Asian neighbours agreed to a ceasefire following last month's deadly five-day conflict.
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August 13, 2025
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India, China to resume direct flights in sign of closer ties
Airlines in India have been asked by the government to prepare flights to China at short notice, with a possible official announcement at the end of August
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August 13, 2025
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Lebanese keeps up tradition of tarboosh hat-making
Nestled among shops in a bustling market in north Lebanon's Tripoli, Mohammed Al-Shaar is at his workshop making traditional tarboosh hats, keeping up a family craft despite dwindling demand.
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August 13, 2025
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Teachers, retirees, activists stand up to immigration raids
“Thank you so much for showing up this morning,” Sharon Nicholls said into a megaphone at 8 a.m. Wednesday outside a Home Depot in Pasadena.
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August 13, 2025
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Procedures to follow if Emirati loses passport abroad
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) stated via its account on the X platform that Emiratis can apply for return document service in just three steps and receive it via email within 30 minutes.
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August 13, 2025
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Hania leads Tennis & Country Club Fujairah's rise with record tournaments
The Tennis & Country Club Fujairah (FTCC) is poised to write a dazzling new chapter in its sporting story, as it prepares to host an unprecedented series of six international tournaments in seamless succession from 2025 through 2026.
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August 13, 2025
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Big Heart transforms lives of over 6m people in 37 countries
What becomes of a child born in a conflict zone? A girl with no access to books or safe schools? A boy who spends his teenage years in a refugee camp rather than a classroom? What world are they growing up to inherit — and more importantly, what chances are we giving them to shape it?
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August 13, 2025
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26 ministers warn of famine in Gaza, urge urgent action
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has reached \"unimaginable levels\", Britain, Canada, Australia and several of their European allies said on Tuesday, calling on Israel to allow unrestricted aid into the war-torn Palestinian enclave.
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August 13, 2025
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UAE leaders praise key role of youth in nation's growth
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, said via the X platform: \"On International Youth Day, we express our appreciation for the pivotal role of youth in the advancement and prosperity of societies.
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August 13, 2025
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Bonds Avenue fuels Dubai realty market growth
Bonds Avenue Residences, the first freehold property by Amirah Developments, introduced in the first half of 2025, has helped Dubai's real estate market to record a 25 per cent growth in the first half of 2025 to Dhs431 billion from Dhs345 billion in the same period, last year.
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August 13, 2025
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Heavyweights begin 2027 World Cup squad build in Rugby Championship
With two years to go until the Rugby World Cup in Australia, this year’s Rugby Championship offers an early glimpse into the plans of the southern hemisphere heavyweights as they start shaping their squads for the 2027 tournament.
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August 13, 2025
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Georgina announces engagement to Ronaldo
The 31-year-old Rodríguez announced thehappy news on Instagram on Monday with a photograph showing a huge ring on her finger.
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August 13, 2025
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Rose and Fleetwood claim Ryder Cup spots; Straka pulls out of BMW C'ship
With their performances at the FedEx St. Jude Championship on Sunday, England's Justin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood clinched spots on Team Europe for the Ryder Cup next month against the US.
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August 13, 2025
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Abu Dhabi jiu-jitsu event begins on Aug.16 in Dubai
The fifth round of the Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship, dedicated to no-gi competitions, will take place from Aug. 16-17, 2025 at Al Nasr Club in Dubai, with the participation of nearly 1,000 male athletes from clubs and academies across the UAE.
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August 13, 2025
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US, Jordan offer Syria support in upholding Sweida ceasefire
Syrian and Jordanian foreign ministers and a US envoy agreed on Tuesday to form a working group to help Damascus uphold a ceasefire in Sweida province, rocked by recent sectarian clashes.
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August 13, 2025
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India launches e-truck initiative
The Indian government has launched a groundbreaking scheme to provide financial incentives for electric trucks (e-trucks), aiming to accelerate the country’s transition to clean, efficient, and sustainable freight mobility, as per an Indian Press Information Bureau (PIB) press release.
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August 13, 2025
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Sports Ministry announces formation of Youth Council
The Ministry of Sports has launched the Youth Council - a premier platform designed to increase the involvement of young talent in driving progress within the national sports sector.
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August 13, 2025
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Over 35,000 new companies join Dubai Chamber of Commerce in H1
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced its achievements for the first half of 2025. The chamber welcomed 35,532 new member companies during the first six months of 2025, marking a 4 per cent year-over-year (YoY) growth.
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August 13, 2025
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Man to get Dhs5,000 in embezzlement case
The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil, and Administrative Cases Court has ordered two men to jointly pay a third Dhs5,000, along with an additional Dhs2,000 as compensation for the material and moral damage he incurred.
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August 13, 2025
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SCBA chief urges Dar to address expatriates' plight
Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) President Mian Muhammad Rauf Atta who recently returned home after foreign visits, has drawn the attention of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to the plight and challenges being faced by the Pakistani diaspora.
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August 13, 2025
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Last Liverpool goal had special meaning for Jota
Diogo Jota revealed the emotional meaning behind his last Liverpool goal in a touching interview before his death in a car crash.
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August 13, 2025
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Real, Barca renew rivalry as new Spanish League season set to begin
Real Madrid are aiming to wrestle the Spanish League title back from champions Barcelona as the La Liga season begins on Friday.
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August 13, 2025
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Curfew imposed as forces target terrorists in Bajaur
The security forces have launched a targeted operation in various parts of the Bajaur tribal district by imposing curfew in various areas as gunship helicopters shelled suspected militant hideouts.
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August 13, 2025
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EMSTEEL earns ResponsibleSteel certification
EMSTEEL, one of the largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers in the region, announced today its steel business unit (Emirates Steel Industries, part of EMSTEEL Group) has officially become the first company in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region to receive ResponsibleSteel Core Site certification.
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August 13, 2025
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Grealish looks to reignite career after joining Everton on loan from Man.City
Manchester City winger Jack Grealish joined Everton on loan for the 2025-26 season on Tuesday in a bid to salvage his troubled career.
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August 13, 2025
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UAE a credible supporter of peace in world
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has made a significant contribution to the establishment of the historic peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia. This achievement is indicative of a successful diplomatic strategy, predicated on the consolidation of collaborative relationships and the promotion of dialogue, with a view to enhancing security and peace in the Caucasus region and on a global scale.
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August 13, 2025
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US designates BLA as foreign terrorist outfit
Pakistani officials on Tuesday welcomed a move by the US State Department to designate a Pakistani separatist group as a foreign terrorist organisation.
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