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Future of food sector depends on ability to innovate: Mohammed
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, on Monday visited the 31st edition of Gulfood, marking the largest edition in the history of the world's leading food and beverage sourcing event.
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January 27, 2026
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Dana Gas, Crescent Petroleum sign major long-term gas deals
Dana Gas, the Middle East's leading publicly listed regional natural gas company, and Crescent Petroleum, the oldest private oil & gas company in the Middle East, together with their partners in the Pearl Petroleum Consortium have announced a series of long-term Gas Sales Agreements (GSAs) to supply substantial volumes of clean-burning natural gas from the Chemchemal field to major industrial consumers in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI).
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January 27, 2026
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Final decision to play versus India at WC to be taken by Feb.2: Naqvi
The Pakistan government has given a go-ahead to the national team to play against India in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Colombo, sources said, adding that the decision was arrived at after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi and Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Monday.
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January 27, 2026
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Senior official assigned new role in Sharjah
Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council, has issued a resolution on the transfer of the Director of the Sharjah Labour Standards Development Authority to the Sharjah Consultative Council.
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January 27, 2026
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UAE media delegation to visit Kuwait to mark close ties
Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to celebrate the close ties with Kuwait, and under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, as well as the guidance of Sheikh Ahmed Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, a UAE media delegation will visit Kuwait in early February.
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January 27, 2026
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3m Sudanese displaced by war return home: UN
More than three million Sudanese people displaced by nearly three years of war have returned home, the United Nations migration agency said on Monday, even as heavy fighting continues to tear through parts of the country.
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January 27, 2026
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Bangladesh ex-police chief, 2 others sentenced to death
A Bangladesh court on Monday sentenced Dhaka's fugitive former police chief and two senior colleagues to be hanged for crimes against humanity committed during the rule of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina.
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January 27, 2026
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Dubai Customs launches accredited centre
Dubai Customs marked World Customs Day by launching the Accredited centre for Training Customs Inspection Equipment Operators, a flagship initiative aimed at strengthening community safety and enhancing the efficiency of customs inspection in line with international standards.
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January 27, 2026
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Sultan Bin Ahmed honours winners of Shams Award
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, honoured the winners of the second edition of the Shams Award for Arabic Content, at the House of Wisdom, Sunday evening.
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January 27, 2026
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KU researchers figure in Forbes 30 Under 30
Khalifa University of Science and Technology on Monday announced a faculty, four PhD students and a Postdoctoral Fellow have been named among the prestigious Forbes Middle East's 30 Under 30 Class of 2025 in the Science and Technology category, reinforcing the University’s status as a leading institution fostering talent that drives innovation and addresses global challenges.
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January 27, 2026
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Man jailed for bringing 1,990 drug pills to Dubai
Dubai Criminal Court sentenced an African, 30, to seven years in jail to be followed by deportation and fined him Dhs200,000 for bringing 1,990 tablets of psychotropic substances into the country via Dubai International Airport.
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January 27, 2026
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Sultan approves Dhs17,500 allowance for 6,317 citizens
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed to increase the monthly allowances for 6,317 citizens in Sharjah to Dhs17,500 per month.
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January 27, 2026
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Antique vehicles on display draw car lovers in Karachi
KARACHI: Antique and rare vehicles ranging from models of 1924 to 2000 attracted the attention of visitors at a show held at the historic and majestic Frere Hall in Karachi on Sunday.
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January 27, 2026
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Meet Wiseman, 96, America's quiet filmmaking legend
When we talk about the Great American Filmmakers, there are some names that simply demand to be mentioned.
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January 27, 2026
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Batter Shreyas to continue in place of Varma for remaining 2 T20I matches
Shreyas Iyer, a temporary pick for the ongoing T20 series against New Zealand due to Tilak Varma's fitness problems, has been kept in the squad for the remaining matches.
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January 27, 2026
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18 die as US storm turns killer, thousands of flights cancelled
Tens of millions of Americans were digging out on a bitterly cold Monday in the aftermath of a monster winter storm that dumped a foot of snow from New Mexico to New England, paralyzed much of the eastern United States, caused at least 18 deaths and scuttled thousands of flights.
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January 27, 2026
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Climber scales Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes
TAIPEI: American rock climber Alex Honnold ascended the Taipei IOI skyscraper without any ropes or protective equipment.
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January 27, 2026
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Cancer Run 2026 aims for Guinness record on Feb.1
Cancer Run 2026, presented by Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and organised by Plan b Group, is set to attempt a Guinness World Records title for the most nationalities participating in a cancer awareness run event, during its Abu Dhabi edition on Feb.l.
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January 27, 2026
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Forever Young, Calandagan headline stellar Dubai World Cup nominations
Breeders’ Cup Classic winner Forever Young and recent Dubai World Cup champions Laurel River (2024) and Hit Show (2025) are among a world-class list of nominees for the $12 million GI Dubai World Cup, the centrepiece of Dubai World Cup Day on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
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January 27, 2026
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Breen wins Al Shira’aa Show Jumping C'ship
Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, crowned Irish rider Shane Breen with the trophy of the ninth edition of the Al Shira'aa International Show Jumping Championship (CSI4), in the presence of Sheikh Shakhboot Bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, and Mohammed Ahmed Al Harbi, Director-General of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society and President of the Championship, during the closing ceremony held at the Al Forsan International Sports Resort in Abu Dhabi.
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January 27, 2026
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Ukraine talks in UAE constructive: Russia
The Kremlin on Monday said the US-brokered trilateral talks in the UAE between Russian and Ukrainian negotiators had been held in a “constructive spirit” but that there was still “significant work ahead”.
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January 27, 2026
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CEC, two poll body members 'replacement' has yet to begin
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja and two Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) members are set to complete one year in office after the expiry of their constitutionally-mandated five-year terms, said a report.
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January 27, 2026
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Gunmen kill 11 in attack at Mexican football match
Gunmen opened fire on football fans after a match in central Mexico, killing 11 people and injuring a dozen more in a region plagued by violence blamed on organized crime, local authorities said.
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January 27, 2026
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Yamal hits stunner as Barcelona sink Oviedo to reclaim top spot
Barcelona reclaimed top spot in La Liga with a 3-0 win over Real Oviedo on Sunday, thanks to goals from Dani Olmo, Raphinha and an acrobatic Lamine Yamal effort.
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January 27, 2026
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XRG plans to increase stake in Rio Grande LNG project
XRG has announced that it will increase its stake in Rio Grande LNG, deepening its exposure to one of the world’s largest LNG export facilities, located in the Port of Brownsville, Texas.
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January 27, 2026
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Endrick treble powers Lyon to thumping win over Metz
Brazilian teenager Endrick, on loan from Real Madrid, announced himself to Ligue I with a hat-trick as Lyon thrashed bottom club Metz 5-2 on Sunday.
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January 27, 2026
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National Committee for Union Narrative reviews work plan
Pursuant to the resolution issued by His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, in December last year to establish the National Committee for the UAE Union Narrative, the committee held its first meeting under the chairmanship of Ahmed Juma Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Committee, with the participation of members representing relevant entities, at the Presidential Court in Abu Dhabi.
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January 27, 2026
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Carrick says United must ride wave of confidence after stunning Arsenal
Manchester United's stand-in manager Michael Carrick continued his dream start to his second stint in the position with victory at Arsenal on Sunday and said his team must ride the wave of confidence that has swept away the Old Trafford gloom.
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January 27, 2026
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Exciting clashes on the cards as Pro League begins second half of season
With the points gap tightening from top to bottom, the second round opens a new chapter in the title race, continental ambitions, and survival battles alike
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January 27, 2026
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Over 70 Dutch firms attend Gulfood 2026
Seventy-two Dutch companies are participating in Gulfood 2026, reflecting growing Dutch interest in the UAE market and regional markets across the food and beverage sector.
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