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Aitchison names classroom after Indian Punjab ex-CM
The elite Aitchison College of Lahore has dedicated a classroom in honour of one of its distinguished alumni — former Indian Punjab chief minister Harcharan Singh Brar.
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June 13, 2026
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Fake World Cup items worth $20m seized
Authorities in Hong Kong have seized suspected counterfeit World Cup items including soccer jerseys and balls with an estimated value of HK$156 million ($19.91 million), officials said.
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June 13, 2026
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Musk becomes first trillionaire, vows to take humanity to Mars
Shares in Elon Musk’s SpaceX jumped as much as 30 per cent on their trading debut on Friday after the biggest IPO in history, making the polarising entrepreneur the world's first trillionaire as he vowed to take humanity to Mars.
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June 13, 2026
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David Hockney, iconic artist known for his colourful landscapes, dies at 88
Hockney was born in the north of England but lived much of his life in Southern California, making its sun-drenched suburban views a major motif
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June 13, 2026
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Sabarimala gold probe faces fresh controversy
The ongoing investigation into the alleged Sabarimala gold heist has taken a fresh political turn after the Kerala government's decision to appoint advocate KB Pradeep as Special Government Pleader for Devaswom-related cases triggered sharp criticism and allegations of conflict of interest.
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June 13, 2026
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PM says ‘time of prosperity has begun,’ terms budget one of ‘relief’
This journey of development will continue in full force, and we will take every possible step for the welfare of citizens, says PM; public protests against rising prices
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June 13, 2026
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UAE desalination plants in Rafah continue to aid Gazans
UAE desalination plants in Egypt's Rafah continue to play a vital role in supporting the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, by producing desalinated water and delivering it through the UAE water pipeline project to Khan Younis, helping provide one of the most essential basic needs for residents amid the difficult humanitarian conditions facing the Strip.
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June 13, 2026
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S.Korea coach hails team unity after comeback win over Czechs
South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo said his team had followed his pre-match instructions to the letter after they staged a 2-1 comeback victory over the Czech Republic in their World Cup Group A opener on Thursday.
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June 13, 2026
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UAE, Morocco sign deal on human rights
Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of State, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on behalf of the Permanent Committee for Human Rights in the United Arab Emirates with the Inter-ministerial Delegation for Human Rights of the Kingdom of Morocco, establishing a joint framework to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the field of human rights.
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June 13, 2026
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IKEA UAE unveils expanded New Market Hall
IKEA, operated by Al-Futtaim, is introducing a refreshed retail experience with its transformed New Market Hall at IKEA Dubai Festival City.
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June 13, 2026
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Coal power vital during energy supply crisis
The Trump administration’s embrace of coal power is a timely and essential response to a three-headed energy emergency.
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June 13, 2026
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CBUAE joins forces with World Bank to boost financial literacy
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and the World Bank Group signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation in the areas of financial inclusion, financial literacy, financial consumer protection and financial dispute resolution, as part of the ongoing cooperation between both parties.
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June 13, 2026
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Worn-out tyres pose danger to road users, say AD Police
As part of the Safe Summer campaign, Abu Dhabi Police warned drivers of the dangers of using poor-quality or substandard tyres, stressing that they were among the most prominent causes of serious traffic accidents, especially during the summer and high temperature due to the possibility of sudden tyre explosion and loss of vehicle control.
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June 13, 2026
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Helping others remains my guiding light always
Earlier this week I left a medical appointment, walked onto the elevator, waited for it to whoosh me to the lobby 8 floors below and started thinking about trust.
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June 13, 2026
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SPL Big Book Club hosts Emirati author
Folk music, oral traditions and collective memory were the focus of a recent session of Sharjah Public Libraries’ (SPL) Big Book Club, where Emirati author Salha Obeaid discussed her novel “All The Grandmothers Prayed - Except Yours, She Sang” with readers and students at the University of Sharjah.
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June 13, 2026
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Global stocks rise as oil slides on Gulf peace hopes
MSCI’s global equities index rose on Friday and oil prices fell on fresh hopes for a peace deal between Iran and the US, while investors awaited the hotly anticipated market debut of Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
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June 13, 2026
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Heat killed 200,000 people in Europe in just 4 years: WHO
Extreme heat has claimed more than 200,000 lives across Europe over the past four years, according to the UN World Health Organisation (WHO), which warned that heatwaves are becoming an increasingly frequent and deadly public health emergency driven by climate change.
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June 13, 2026
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Mental well-being top priority in UAE: Study
DUBAI: Mental well-being has become a stronger priority across the UAE as recent study showed that mental well-being improved to 64%, with residents ranking it above physical well-being as their top health priority.
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June 13, 2026
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Families seek closure after a year of Air India accident
Families of those killed in last year’s Air India plane crash gathered at the site on Friday to mark the anniversary of the disaster, still awaiting answers about its cause.
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June 13, 2026
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SFC upholds woman’s ‘Khula’ request
The Supreme Federal Court upheld an appeal ruling which obligated a husband to divorce his wife through khula, in exchange for her relinquishing all her legitimate rights, which include the deferred dowry, iddah maintenance, and mut'ah, and returning the advance dowry and expenses.
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June 13, 2026
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Qatar seek redemption against Swiss after dismal WC debut in 2022
Qatar take on Switzerland in their World Cup opener on Saturday eager to shake off the pressure of expectation, coming in as back-to-back Asian champions with an urgent need to make amends for a dismal debut as hosts of the 2022 tournament.
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June 13, 2026
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Pakistan unveils Rs18.8tr federal budget targeting 4% GDP growth
Pakistan unveiled Rs18.8trillion federal budget for the year 2026-27, targeting 4% GDP and inflation at 8.9%, and raised the defence expenditure to Rs3 trillion on Friday.
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June 13, 2026
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Free bus rides for women commuters in Kerala
Kerala has announced that beginning June 15, all women across the state will be eligible for free travel on government-operated ordinary buses.
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June 13, 2026
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Some judges behave like Pharaohs, says Justice Kakar
Supreme Court (SC) judge Justice Hashim Kakar has remarked during proceedings of a case that some judges can also be like Pharaohs.
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June 13, 2026
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Guinness seeks PKLI record after 10 liver transplants in 23 hours
The Guinness World Records management has sought medical records from the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and Research Centre (PKLI&RC) after its 120-member team of surgeons and other supporting staff submitted ‘a record-breaking achievement’ by performing liver transplant procedures on 10 patients, said a report.
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June 13, 2026
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Former refugees look to ignite Australia’s campaign
Born in refugee camps to parents displaced by conflict in Africa, three players will show the changing face of Australian soccer at the World Cup and look to answer the nation’s call for goals.
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June 13, 2026
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EPAA honours winners of Sharjah Sustainability Award
The Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in Sharjah honoured the winners and participants of the 14th edition of the Sharjah Sustainability Award 2025-2026 during a closing ceremony attended by representatives of government, academic, and educational institutions, members of the judging panels, and strategic partners.
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June 13, 2026
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Empty seats at match renew concerns over ticket prices
FIFA reported an attendance of 44,985 for Thursday's World Cup match between South Korea and the Czech Republic in Guadalajara, but swathes of empty seats around the stadium renewed concerns over ticket pricing and demand for the expanded tournament.
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June 13, 2026
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Dembele says criticism of captain Mbappe has gone too far
France forward Ousmane Dembele has defended captain Kylian Mbappe, saying criticism of the Real Madrid striker has become excessive as the national team prepare for the World Cup.
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June 13, 2026
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Woman fined, vehicle seized after dangerous stunt
Dubai Police warned against reckless traffic behaviours on public roads, emphasising that deliberate stunts or irresponsible actions behind the wheel show a blatant disregard for the lives of other road users.
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