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Gaza needs massive boost in emergency aid after truce: UN
The United Nations is seeking a dramatic boost in humanitarian aid for Gaza, saying the hundreds of relief trucks cleared to enter the devastated enclave under a ceasefire were nowhere near the thousands needed to ease a humanitarian disaster.
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October 16, 2025
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Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to truce after huge casualties
Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a temporary ceasefire on Wednesday after an air strike and ground fighting ramped up tensions between the South Asian neighbours, leaving more than a dozen civilians dead and 100 wounded.
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October 16, 2025
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South Africa, Ivory Coast and Senegal qualify for World Cup with facile wins
South Africa, Ivory Coast and Senegal all won convincingly on Tuesday to fill the last three automatic places reserved for Africa at the 2026 World Cup.
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October 16, 2025
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England seal WC qualification, Portugal forced to wait post draw
Harry Kane scored twice as England thrashed Latvia 5-0 on Tuesday to secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup, while Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal were forced to wait to clinch their spot at the finals after being held by Hungary.
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October 16, 2025
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Czech Republic sack under fire coach Hasek after Faroes loss
The Czech football federation (FACR) announced the sacking of national team coach Ivan Hasek on Wednesday, following a humiliating 2-1 defeat in a 2026 World Cup qualifier against the Faroe Islands.
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October 16, 2025
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UAE highlights energy transition in Egypt
The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, is showcasing its pioneering experience in transitioning to clean and sustainable energy and developing smart, integrated infrastructure during its participation in the 34th edition of the Egypt Energy Exhibition, held in conjunction with the 5th edition of FIREX Egypt 2025, in Cairo from October 14th to 16th.
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October 16, 2025
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UAE leads global efforts to strengthen food security
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Charitable Establishment (MBRC), in collaboration with the DIHAD Sustainable Organisation, organised a high-level panel discussion titled \"From Giving to Sustainability: The UAE's Leadership in Global Food Security\" on the occasion of World Food Day, which will be observed on Thursday.
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October 16, 2025
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Cairo International Art District event features Emirati artist Noor Al Suwaidi
Emirati artist Noor Al Suwaidi is taking part in the fifth edition of the Cairo International Art District (CIAD), a major event that transforms Downtown Cairo into a sprawling art gallery (Oct. 12-Nov. 16).
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October 16, 2025
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Views on China have changed in Vietnam
Dozens of young Vietnamese women lined up for hours last month to catch a glimpse of “cool” troops marching through Hanoi in a huge military parade.
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October 16, 2025
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Digital projects and technology initiatives spice up Gitex
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announced the launch of a series of integrated digital projects and innovative technology initiatives during its participation in Gitex Global 2025 in Dubai, within the UAE Government Pavilion
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October 16, 2025
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Dedicated parking spaces for taxis
Parkin Company PJSC (“Parkin” or the “Company”), Dubai's leading provider of paid public parking facilities and services, has signed a strategic agreement with Dubai Taxi Company PJSC (\"Dubai Taxi” or “DTC”), the leading provider of comprehensive mobility solutions, to advance sustainable urban mobility and strengthen support services for taxi operations across the emirate.
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October 16, 2025
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Drop in temperature likely on Sunday: NCM
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has expected temperatures to drop slightly on Sunday as the country will be affected by an extension of a surface low-pressure system accompanied by a weak upper-level low.
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October 16, 2025
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Kenya ex-PM Odinga dies of heart attack in Kerala
Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga died after suffering a heart attack while on his morning walk in the Kerala port city of Kochi on Wednesday at the age of 80.
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October 16, 2025
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NZ skipper Wood set to return to Forest with knee fitness query
New Zealand captain Chris Wood will return to embattled Nottingham Forest under a fitness query after coming off with knee soreness in the I draw against Norway.
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October 16, 2025
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SC allows limited use of green crackers in Diwali
The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed the limited sale and use of green crackers in Delhi and the adjoining National Capital Region (NCR) during Diwali, while issuing detailed directions to tightly regulate the sale, use, and monitoring of fireworks to prevent a repeat of the pollution crises seen in the national capital in previous years.
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October 16, 2025
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Hamdan shares video of skydiving over Palm Jumeirah
Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and UAE Minister of Defence, shared a compilation of videos of him skydiving over Dubai's Palm Jumeirah.
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October 16, 2025
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Meeting discusses ways to identify, prevent cybercrimes
Experts taking part in the “Inside the Cyber Criminal Mind” session, held during the Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity 2025, organised by the UAE government in collaboration with the World Economic Forum (WEF), emphasised the importance of raising community awareness, demonstrating courage, and promptly reporting cybercrimes to the relevant authorities and law enforcement agencies.
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October 16, 2025
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Wright scores twice as US rally to beat Australia in friendly clash
Haji Wright scored in the 33rd and 51st minutes off passes from Cristian Roldan, and the United States rallied to beat Australia 2-1 on Tuesday to end the Socceroos' 12-game unbeaten streak on a night Christian Pulisic left the game because of an injury.
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October 16, 2025
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UAE Pavilion wraps up Expo Osaka participation, welcomes 5m visitors
The UAE Pavilion has concluded its six-month participation in Expo 2025 Osaka, an event focused on innovation and cultural exchange, after attracting over five million physical and virtual visitors since its opening on 13th April 2025, making it one of the most visited international pavilions.
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October 16, 2025
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Mohit Suri calls Aneet Padda his star, expresses love and admiration for her
Filmmaker Mohit Suri took to social media to pen a heartfelt birthday note for his “star” Aneet Padda. He shared a heartfelt message expressing his love, admiration, and appreciation for her. In his post, he fondly referred to her as his “star,” highlighting the special bond they share. Taking to his Instagram handle, Mohit shared a playful image featuring them and captioned it as, “Happy birthday my star @aneetpadda! Thank you for lighting up the way for all of us... love you forever and ever and ever #happybirthdayaneetpadda #allaboutlastnight.”
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October 15, 2025
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UAE and Qatar leaders focus on bilateral ties
His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, met with His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, on the sidelines of the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit hosted by the Arab Republic of Egypt.
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October 15, 2025
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Celebration starts as Cape Verde beat Eswatini for qualification at FIFA World Cup
Cape Verde beat Eswatini 3-0 on Monday to secure a spot at the 2026 World Cup, booking their place in football’s global showpiece for the very first time.
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October 15, 2025
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Trump to attend signing of Thailand-Cambodia peace deal
US President Donald Trump will visit Malaysia on Oct.26, Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said on Tuesday, adding that he was “looking forward” to witnessing a ceasefire deal between Southeast Asian neighbours Thailand and Cambodia.
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October 15, 2025
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BJP announces first list of 71 candidates for Bihar polls
Deputy CMs and former Deputy CMs among key picks; the party has also renominated international shooter and sitting MLA Singh from the Jamui seat
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October 15, 2025
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Dubai top hub for technology, entrepreneurship, says Hamdan
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, on Tuesday visited Expand North Star 2025, the world’s largest event for startups and investors.
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October 15, 2025
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UAE receives rain, cloudy weather likely today: NCM
Light to heavy rain fell across various parts of the country on Tuesday, including Al Dhafra and the Suwaihan-Sada Road to the west of Al Ain.
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October 15, 2025
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Sweden in crisis as coach feels heat after third successive loss
Alexander Isak called it a “crisis situation.” Viktor Gyökeres summed it up as a “fiasco.”
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October 15, 2025
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Khouki and Miguel score as Qatar qualify for World Cup
Qatar secured a place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Tuesday as second half headers from Boualem Khouki and Pedro Miguel sealed a 2-1 win over the UAE in Doha to claim the slot at next year’s Finals from Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers.
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October 15, 2025
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Museum of the Future hosts 'Master Class' series
The Museum of the Future hosted the inaugural session of its new “Master Class” series in collaboration with the Great Arab Minds initiative, featuring world-renowned Iraqi artist Dia Al-Azzawi, winner of the 2024 Great Arab Minds Award and one of the leading figures in contemporary Arab visual art.
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October 15, 2025
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100 leaders, experts from 80 entities gather for Dubai event
Organised by the UAE Government in collaboration with the World Economic Forum (WEF), the second edition of the “We the UAE 2031 Strategic Intelligence Councils” launched on Tuesday in Dubai, in parallel with the Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity 2025.
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