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Losing a race doesn’t mean you will lose again
After nearly 25 years of writing about campaigns, I should know better than to take press releases too seriously. In a profession that rewards speed over quality analysis, I know press secretaries and communications directors have jobs to do and often rely on pithy one-liners to try to win the day. We're supposed to look away and attribute it to business as usual. In other words, hate the game and not the player. But a recent news release from the Iowa Republican Party was so audacious, hypocritical and devoid of any historical context that I just couldn't forgive and forget.
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June 28, 2025
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TAMM AI Assistant shortlisted for top prize
Abu Dhabi's vision to lead the world in Al-powered governance has earned global recognition, with TAMM Al Assistant named a top five finalist at the prestigious World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes 2025 in the E-Government (C7) category.
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June 28, 2025
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Firm supports Emirati SMES with Dhs82m contract in 2024
As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting national entrepreneurship and strengthening the private sector’s contribution towards the local economy, Union Coop has extended direct support to members of the Emirati Suppliers Programme, an initiative by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for SME Development, through procurement contracts exceeding Dhs82 million in 2024.
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June 28, 2025
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Khaled reaffirms UAE commitment to boost relations with member states
On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has attended the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council meeting, held on Friday at the Palace of Independence in Minsk, Belarus.
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June 28, 2025
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I would love to know how much money my colleagues earn
For all the countless ways the UK has become Americanised over the past hundred years—from the embracing of undrinkable Starbucks coffees to our spiralling-out-of-control tip culture — talking about money isn’t one of them.
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June 28, 2025
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DSS begins with thousands of offers
The most eagerly awaited and valued-packed edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2025 began on Friday, with thousands of unbeatable offers, free experiences, and family-friendly entertainment designed to make this a summer well spent for everyone.
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June 28, 2025
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Punjab CTD busts terror network; six 'agents' held
The Punjab Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) has dismantled, what it says, a highly-sophisticated network being run by the Indian intelligence agency, Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) and their local facilitators.
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June 28, 2025
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Potgieter and Roy share first round lead in Detroit
Aldrich Potgieter and Kevin Roy fired course-record 62s at Detroit Golf Club on Thursday to share the first-round lead in the US PGA Tour Rocket Classic.
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June 28, 2025
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Sharjah Social Empowerment Foundation's efforts praised
The Sharjah Social Empowerment Foundation held its annual meeting in the presence of Sheikha Jameela Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services (SCHS), where she reviewed the key statistics and outcomes of programmes and projects achieved during 2024.
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June 28, 2025
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Hamdan approves policies to boost education, air quality
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 an array of key strategic policies and projects during a meeting of The Executive Council.
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June 28, 2025
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Nike shares soar as firm shifts away from China
Nike's shares jumped at the opening bell on Friday after the company said it's shifting some production away from China.
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June 28, 2025
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SC wants simpler ‘Nikahnamas,’ knowledgeable registrars
The Supreme Court (SC) has ordered the government to simplify Nikahnamas and ensure that nikah registrars are qualified, knowledgeable and persons of integrity to preserve the rights of the bride and groom in a marriage.
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June 28, 2025
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Heatwave sparks health, fire warnings
Southern European countries braced on Friday for a punishing weekend heatwave, with temperatures predicted to hit up to 40°C and beyond, prompting health warnings for residents and tourists plus fears of wildfires.
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June 28, 2025
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Court orders man to repay Dhs19,890 to another
The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil, and Administrative Cases Court has ordered a man to repay Dhs16,890, besides a fine of Dhs3,000 after he failed to repair a car entrusted to him and allowed it to accumulate fines, leading to its impoundment.
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June 28, 2025
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Etihad gears up to welcome over seven million guests
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is preparing to welcome more than seven million guests at Zayed International Airport over the busy summer travel period.
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June 28, 2025
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Stocks up on China-US trade hopes, greenback trades at multi-year lows
Global shares reached a record high on Friday, helped by market optimism over signs of progress in US-China trade talks, while the dollar held close to its lowest levels in more than three years.
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June 28, 2025
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Kerala faces notable rise in cancer cases, experts alarmed
Kerala is facing a notable increase in its cancer burden, primarily due to demographic changes and lifestyle factors, despite a reasonable level of awareness, according to a study by the Association of Medical and Paediatric Oncologists of Kerala (AMPOK).
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June 28, 2025
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Sudan conflict spilling into Central African Republic: UN
The conflict in Sudan is spilling across its southwestern border into Central African Republic, a country already battered by its own conflict with rebels, the United Nations peacekeeping chief warned Thursday.
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June 28, 2025
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Tough task awaits First Mission in Group 1 Stephen Foster Stakes
The nine-furlong contest has attracted a stellar field that includes Dubai World Cup hero Hit Show, Breeders' Cup Classic scorer Sierra Leone, the 2024 Kentucky Derby victor Mystik Dan and recent Gl winner Mindframe
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June 28, 2025
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AIIB board stresses more efforts to address global economic challenges
Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and the UAE Governor to the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), participated in a high-level roundtable held on the sidelines of the Bank's 10th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors, hosted in Beijing from 24th to 26th June, under the theme “Connecting for Development, Collaborating for Prosperity”.
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June 28, 2025
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SC reconvicts 24 defendants for life in terror-related case
In its session held on Thursday, the Criminal Chamber of the Federal Supreme Court ruled to partially overturn the judgment issued by the State Security Chamber at the Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal and to reconvict 24 defendants in the case known publicly as the “Terrorist Justice and Dignity Organisation” case.
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June 28, 2025
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Auto firm accelerates its global presence
OMODA&JAECOO, one of the world’s fastest-growing smart mobility and technology brands, has made a bold statement in the UAE by taking over Dubai International Airport - one of the busiest and most luxurious air hubs globally — with a premium branding and advertising campaign.
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June 28, 2025
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Norris leads McLaren 1-2 in Austrian GP practice session
Lando Norris bounced back from his Canadian catastrophe to top the times ahead of team-mate and championship leader Oscar Piastri as McLaren reeled off a commanding 1-2 in second practice on Friday at the Austrian Grand Prix.
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June 28, 2025
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4415 Indians brought home from Iran and Israel: MEA
A total of 4415 Indian nationals — 3597 from Iran and 818 from Israel — have been evacuated so far using 19 special evacuation flights during Operation Sindhu, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
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City show title credentials with Juve rout, Al Ain sign off in style
ORLANDO Vinicius scored one goal and made another with a touch of class as Real saw off Salzburg in Philadelphia to clinch top spot in Group H.
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June 28, 2025
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Toyota's global sales hit May record
TOKYO: Toyota Motor's global sales rose for a fifth straight month in May, setting a record for the month, as strong demand in markets such as the US held firm despite President Donald Trump's tariffs, the automaker said on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
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PM's handshake photo with PTI chief goes viral
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s handshake with Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan and its some other senior leaders on the floor of the National Assembly (NA) stood out as a moment of political courtesy in an increasingly hostile and polarised environment, said a report.
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June 28, 2025
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Warning on depositing money into unknown accounts
In the UAE, depositing money into bank accounts of unknown or unidentified individuals is considered a behaviour that may lead to legal accountability, especially if the recipient account is later found to be linked to organised crimes such as money laundering, terrorist financing, or drug trafficking.
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June 28, 2025
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3 held on charges of raping student in Kolkata
Kolkata police arrested three youths for raping a young woman within the premises of a reputed law college in the city, police said on Friday.
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June 28, 2025
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Advocate orders war crime probe into shootings
Israel's Military Advocate General has ordered an investigation into possible war crimes over allegations that Israeli forces deliberately fired at Palestinian civilians near Gaza aid distribution sites, Haaretz newspaper reported on Friday.
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