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Sweden cuts 2025 growth forecast
The Swedish government lowered its gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for 2025 on Tuesday to 0.9 per cent, while raising the outlook for 2026 to 2.6 per cent.
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June 25, 2025
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Kerala's Gulf-bound flights go haywire
The deepening Middle East crisis precipitated by the Israel-Iran stand-off has disrupted international air travel from Kerala, especially to Gulf destinations.
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June 25, 2025
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Fickou to captain youthful France squad for tour of New Zealand
Gael Fickou will captain an inexperienced France squad for their tour of New Zealand this summer, the French rugby federation announced on Tuesday.
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June 25, 2025
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Sultan Bin Ahmed honours Sharjah PhD Award winners
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, attended the ceremony to honour the winners of the 22nd edition of the Sharjah Award for the best PhD thesis in administrative and financial sciences in the Arab world.
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June 25, 2025
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Empower youth, inspire change: SGCA chief
As part of its 12th edition, the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA) 2025 has opened submissions for four prominent categories dedicated to children, adolescents, and youth.
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June 25, 2025
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Rare procedure done to save pregnant patient
In a remarkable medical achievement, a senior doctor has successfully performed a radiation-free Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) on a pregnant patient using Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) guidance, a rare interventional endoscopic procedure warranting extensive skill and proficiency.
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June 25, 2025
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Firm exhibits at Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2025
Reportage Group participated in the inaugural edition of the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) hosted by the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC).
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June 25, 2025
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India's exports outpaced global growth to touch record high in FY25
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday lauded the resilience of Indian exporters for successfully “swimming against the tide” to reach a record high turnover of $825 billion in total exports despite the global slowdown.
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June 25, 2025
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Licence must for valet service providers: ITC
The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), under the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has issued a warning emphasising that all providers of vehicle valet services in Abu Dhabi must obtain official licences from the ITC before operating.
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June 25, 2025
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Japan conducts its first missile test on its own territory
Japan's army announced Tuesday that it conducted a missile test for the first time on Japanese territory, as the country accelerates its military buildup to deter increasingly assertive China.
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June 25, 2025
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Indigenous women fill Bolivia's frontlines fighting wildfires
In the tiny farming villages of eastern Bolivia, Indigenous women turned firefighters are preparing for a wildfire season they fear will destroy the region's dry forests and fields as it has in previous years.
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June 25, 2025
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England name ten uncapped players for US, Argentina tour
England coach Steve Borthwick has included 10 uncapped players in a 36-man squad for the summer tour of Argentina as he looks to build depth and offer new opportunities in the absence of 13 men away on duty with the British and Irish Lions.
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June 25, 2025
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Paolini survives Fernandez scare, Swiatek beats Azarenka to reach quarters
Second seed Jasmine Paolini overcame a brave fightback from Leylah Fernandez to beat her 7-6(8) 7-6(6) in a dramatic round of 16 clash at the Bad Homburg Open on Tuesday in which Fernandez saved four match points.
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June 25, 2025
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Virgin Australia shares soar 11.4% in debut, boost market value
Virgin Australia shares surged 11.4 per cent in its trading debut on Tuesday, lifting its market capitalisation to A$2.58 billion ($1.7 billion), with dealmakers hopeful it will revive Australia’s subdued listings market.
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June 25, 2025
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Oil slumps, shares rally on Iran-Israel ceasefire
Oil tumbled nearly 4%, global shares surged and the dollar dropped on Tuesday as markets took heart from a ceasefire between Israel and Iran and shrugged off what US President Donald Trump said were violations by both sides.
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June 25, 2025
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Thunder fans celebrate title with parade
Oklahoma City's unwavering fans finally get to celebrate a championship after suffering through several close calls and heartbreaking moments the past two decades.
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June 25, 2025
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Multiple defects reappearing on jets: DGCA
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Tuesday said it has found several flaws within domestic airline operations at some airports, where “reported defects” reappeared several times on aircraft following inspections.
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June 25, 2025
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Holding of truce vital, UAE leader tells Iran president
Iran and Israel agree to ceasefire; Sheikh Mohamed underlines importance of regional stability; Dubai urges travellers to check flight status before heading to airport.
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June 25, 2025
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AIMCS EXPO discusses energy sector
The highly anticipated Middle East Asset Integrity Management Expo (AIMCS EXPO 2025) which runs from June 23-25, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, united global experts, innovators, and decision-makers across the oil, gas, utilities, and energy sectors.
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June 25, 2025
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FTA underscores importance of registering for Corporate Tax
As part of its comprehensive campaign to raise awareness of Corporate Tax among business sectors, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) held its third workshop of the year in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK), dedicated to familiarising participants with the rules for determining taxable income under the Corporate Tax framework.
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June 25, 2025
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Israel opposition, hostages' kin call for end to Gaza war
Israel's opposition leader and the families of Israeli hostages held in Gaza called on Tuesday for an end to the war in the Palestinian territory after a ceasefire was announced with Iran.
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June 25, 2025
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Revamped Green India Mission a sound move
An updated National Mission for Green India document, highlighting the Mission’s aim to restore degraded forest ecosystems in the Western Ghats, the Himalayas and the Aravalli mountain range was unveiled by the Government of India last week, according to a Press Trust of India (PTI) press release.
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June 25, 2025
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Chelsea coach Maresca rules out extra pressure to win CWC due to heavy purse
Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca has insisted that the club's owners are not putting extra pressure on him to win the Club World Cup as a result of the enormous financial incentives on offer at FIFA's new tournament.
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June 25, 2025
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SEC reviews functioning of rental system in Sharjah
Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), presided over a meeting of the Council on Tuesday at the Ruler's Office.
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June 25, 2025
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Leipzig appoint Werner as coach after he refused to sign Bremen deal
Leipzig hired Ole Werner as coach on Tuesday, ending a long tangle with his former club Werder Bremen over his availability.
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June 25, 2025
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200 foreigners rescued from scam centres in Myanmar
More than 200 foreign nationals rescued from scam centres in eastern Myanmar remain stranded along the war-torn country’s border with Thailand, according to a local rebel group overseeing their repatriation.
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June 25, 2025
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Messi's Miami and PSG progress to set up CWC reunion, Porto and Al Ahly play draw
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi faces a tantalising reunion with former club Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup last 16 after both sides on Monday progressed to the knockout phase.
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June 25, 2025
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Argentina GDP growth fastest since 2022, lagging forecasts
Argentina's economy grew year-on-year for the second consecutive quarter and by the most since 2022 as the economy recovers from last year’s recession while still facing some headwinds, official data showed on Monday.
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June 25, 2025
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Ajman announces Hijri holiday
Ajman Human Resources Department has issued a circular to all government entities in the emirate, declaring Friday, June 27, 2025, as an official holiday to mark the Hijri New Year 1447.
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June 25, 2025
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NAMA hosts interactive workshop
As part of its ongoing Irtiqa initiative, Nama Women Advancement (NAMA) held an interactive workshop titled \"Tackling unconscious bias in the workplace\" on Monday, June 23, at the House of Wisdom in Sharjah.
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