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UN cuts its aid appeal despite soaring need
The United Nations on Monday appealed for an aid budget only half the size of what it had hoped for this year, acknowledging a plunge in donor funding at a time when humanitarian needs have never been greater.
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December 09, 2025
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DP World to develop strategic border facilities in Afghanistan
The partnership marks a significant step toward modernising Afghanistan’s trade gateways and strengthening its position as a strategic transit corridor
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December 09, 2025
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Hamdan approves 152 new parks, over 33km cycling path for Dubai
Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, approved a set of policies and strategic models to enhance urban planning, housing, and digitalisation during a meeting of The Executive Council.
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December 09, 2025
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Next legislature will drive reform: HK leader
Hong Kong's leader said on Monday that the fresh crop of lawmakers who will take office after the “patriots only” legislative election will drive institutional reform, following the city's deadliest fire in decades.
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December 09, 2025
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Japan summons China envoy over fighter jet incident
Tokyo has summoned Beijing's ambassador after Chinese military aircraft locked radar onto Japanese jets, the latest incident in the row ignited after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments backing Taiwan.
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December 09, 2025
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Digital Dubai receives Six-Star accreditation from the GII
Digital Dubai announced that it had received the prestigious Six-Star accreditation from the Global Innovation Institute (Glnl), joining a select group of leading global institutions in innovation.
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December 09, 2025
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Saudi Arabia's GDP rises 4.8% in the third quarter of this year
Saudi Arabia's real GDP grew by 4.8 per cent in the third quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) revealed.
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December 09, 2025
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Lyon slip to French League loss at lowly Lorient as Nice crisis deepens
Lyon fell to their fifth defeat of the season in Ligue I as they lost 1-0 at lowly Lorient on Sunday, while crisis-club Nice went down to the same scoreline against Angers.
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December 09, 2025
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Star soccer player Son's blackmailer gets 4-yr jail
A woman who blackmailed South Korean football superstar Son Heung-min by claiming she was the mother of his child was jailed for four years on Monday, reports said.
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December 09, 2025
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POCG celebrates 54th Eid Al Etihad in Ajman
Scores of Pakistani expats and Pakistan Overseas Community Global (POCG) members have attended the Eid Al Etihad Festival to celebrate the 54th UAE National Day in Ajman.
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December 09, 2025
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Ex-footballer Barton handed suspension for offensive posts
Former Premier League footballer Joey Barton was spared jail on Monday after being given a suspended sentence for grossly offensive social media posts concerning British broadcaster Jeremy Vine and television pundits Lucy Ward and Eni Aluko.
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December 09, 2025
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China's car sales extend decline in November
China's annual car sales dropped 8.5% in November in a second straight monthly decline, for their biggest fall in 10 months, data showed on Monday, amid a waning scramble to buy vehicles before government subsidies dwindle at year-end.
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December 09, 2025
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I did it my way, says Norris after winning first F1 title in Abu Dhabi
In the end, Lando Norris won the Formula One championship his way.
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December 09, 2025
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New aid to help stop variant polio outbreaks, says WHO
International leaders, philanthropists, and global health partners announced on Monday in Abu Dhabi a collective $1.9 billion to advance polio eradication.
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December 09, 2025
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Muhadhab project to be carried out soon: Sultan
His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, affirmed that the work to be completed in the upcoming period in Muhadhab suburb would be double what was completed in the past period.
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December 09, 2025
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Al Wathba set for record New Year celebration
Al Wathba is preparing to host one of the largest New Year's Eve celebrations in the UAE and the region, as the Higher Committee of the Sheikh Zayed Festival finalises an exceptional programme featuring an unprecedented 62-minute fireworks show, the world’s largest drone performance, and a diverse lineup of cultural and heritage events presented by participating countries, sponsors, and strategic partners.
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December 09, 2025
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Italy retail sales rise in October 2025
Italy’s retail sales increased 0.5 per cent month-on-month in October 2025, surpassing the forecast of 0.4 per cent, according to the Italian National Institute of Statistics (Istat).
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December 09, 2025
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Department of Municipal Affairs takes part in 'Dawahi 14'
As part of its efforts to strengthen community ties and participate in local events, the Department of Municipal Affairs in the Emirate of Sharjah is taking part in a unified pavilion that brings together municipalities from cities and regions of the Emirate at the “Dawahi 14” Festival, which is being held in Al Qarayen 5 Park from Dec.5 to 29, 2025.
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December 09, 2025
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Doncic, LeBron lead resilient Lakers past 76ers in return
Luka Doncic and LeBron James combined for 60 points in their return to the lineup as the Los Angeles Lakers topped the host Philadelphia 76ers 112-108 on Sunday night.
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December 09, 2025
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Salah dropped by Liverpool for Inter clash, Bayern take on Lisbon; Flick banks on Barca defence vs Frankfurt
This week Liverpool brings its season of turmoil to San Siro against Inter Milan on Tuesday, when Bayern Munich hosts Sporting Lisbon, Paris Saint-Germain is at Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday.
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December 09, 2025
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Wilde, Waugh set for world title bids after training in AD
Championship leaders Hayden Wilde and Kate Waugh head to Qatar this week for the TIOO Triathlon World Championship Final after completing their final preparations in Abu Dhabi.
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December 09, 2025
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Julia Roberts and Sean Penn speak up on their friendship, cancel culture
Hollywood stars Julia Roberts and Sean Penn are delivering power-packed performances as complicated, volatile characters amid volatile political environments.
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December 09, 2025
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UAE's Suloom wins silver at 2025 World Sailing Inclusion Championships in Oman
Flying the UAE flag high, Marwan Suloom scripted history on Monday with a breathtaking performance that earned him the silver medal in the Intellectual Impairment (ILCA 6) category at the inaugural 2025 World Sailing Inclusion Championships in Mussanah, Oman.
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December 09, 2025
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RAK Properties debuts Nura on Raha Island
RAK Properties, Ras Al Khaimah's leading publicly listed property developer, announced the launch of Nura - the latest luxury resort-style residential project to take shape at Downtown Mina’s dynamic Raha Island.
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December 09, 2025
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Alserkal and Design Miami partner to bring best in collectible design to ME
Alserkal, the cultural enterprise located in Dubai and active globally, and Design Miami, the leading international forum for collectible design, have announced a partnership that will bring Design Miami to the Middle East.
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December 09, 2025
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Lanka doubles troops for flood disaster recovery
Sri Lanka has doubled its military deployment to regions struck by a cyclone that has killed 635, sending tens of thousands of troops to help areas hit by a wave of destruction, the army said on Monday.
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December 09, 2025
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Aster volunteers plant 2,000 mangrove saplings
To mark the 54th UAE National Day, Aster Volunteers UAE, part of the global CSR arm of Aster DM Healthcare, carried out a Mega Mangrove Sapling Plantation Drive in Ras Al Khaimah.
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December 09, 2025
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Thumbay Group marks 28 years of legacy
The Karnataka community in the UAE gathered at Thumbay Villa, Sharjah, for an evening that blended celebration, culture, and heartfelt recognition, as Thumbay Group marked 28 years of its remarkable journey in the UAE.
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December 09, 2025
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All-women club redefines stereotypes in lowrider
For Angel Romero, every detail of her car is a reflection of her history.
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December 09, 2025
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Espanyol rise to fifth in Spanish League with victory over Rayo
Espanyol continued their superb start to the season with a 1-0 win over Rayo Vallecano to climb up to fifth in La Liga on Sunday.
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