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Bangladesh's govt to unveil democratic overhauls
Bangladesh's interim government said on Saturday it will release its slate of democratic overhauls on Aug.5, the one-year anniversary of the overthrow of the previous administration.
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August 03, 2025
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Ras Al Khaimah Tourism sector hits record 654,000 visitors in first half
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has reported record-breaking performance for the first half of 2025, with over 654,000 visitor arrivals, marking a 6 per cent year-on-year increase, alongside a 9 per cent rise in tourism revenues.
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August 02, 2025
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Dollar hits new highs after levies raised for some countries
The dollar headed for its strongest weekly performance in almost three years against other major currencies, maintaining momentum on Friday after US President Donald Trump imposed new tariff rates on dozens of trade partners.
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August 02, 2025
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For Trump’s Harvard deal, $500 million is only starting point
The White House views a payment of $500 million by Harvard University as a floor in negotiations for a settlement, and the cost of a deal could climb far higher if the school doesn’t submit to government oversight provisions, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
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August 02, 2025
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Kyiv mourns after deadliest attack in a year kills 31 people
The Ukrainian capital Kyiv observed an official day of mourning on Friday, a day after a Russian drone and missile attack on the city killed 31 people, including five children, and injured more than 150, officials said.
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August 02, 2025
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India's Krishna and Siraj rock England in series finale
Guyer Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj took four wickets each as India fought back in the fifth and deciding Test against England at the Oval on Friday.
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August 02, 2025
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Invest bank launches Sharjah-inspired initiative
SHARJAH: Invest bank has unveiled an exciting new initiative, the 'Sharjah Inspired Design Challenge,' inviting artists, designers, and creatives from across the UAE to craft a timeless icon embodying the rich cultural identity of Sharjah. This innovative competition aims to fuse tradition with modernity, encouraging participants to develop a standalone symbol inspired by Sharjah's historic architecture, calligraphy, and cultural essence.
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August 02, 2025
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Trump hits more countries with steep tariffs, markets nosedive
US President Donald Trump's latest wave of tariffs on exports from dozens of trading partners sent global stock markets tumbling on Friday and countries and companies scrambling to seek ways to strike better deals.
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August 02, 2025
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India and Russia can take their dead economies down together: Trump
The 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports announced by US President Donald Trump officially comes into effect, starting Friday.
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August 02, 2025
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Brazil’s Pix raises hopes of digital payments system
Brazil has a new instant payment system, which is backed by the central bank.
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August 02, 2025
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Media training programme ends on a high note
Sharjah Media Academy (SMA), which is affiliated with the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, concluded the ninth edition of its summer programme Future Media Professional on Thursday.
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August 02, 2025
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Newcastle reject Liverpool opening bid to sign striker Isak, say reports
Isak has been linked with Liverpool since the end of last season and the Premier League champions are now believed to have formalised their interest with an offer of around £IIO million plus potential add-ons
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August 02, 2025
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Abu Dhabi's hotel sector revenues reach Dhs682 million during May
Hotel establishments in Abu Dhabi continued their positive performance in May 2025, driven by higher occupancy rates and an increasing number of international guests.
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August 02, 2025
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Man jumps into Karachi sea with two children
A man, believed to be a drug addict, jumped into the sea with two children, a boy and a girl, estimated to be around five and six years old, near Do Darya at Sea View on Thursday evening, Express Tribune reported on Friday.
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August 02, 2025
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Dubai Municipality wins top safety award
Dubai Municipality has been named the United Arab Emirates Country Winner in the 2025 International Safety Awards by the British Safety Council — one of the world’s most prestigious honours in the field of occupational health and safety.
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August 02, 2025
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Kamala Harris tells Colbert that the US system is 'broken'
In her first interview since losing the election to President Donald Trump and leaving office, former Vice President Kamala Harris told Stephen Colbert on “The Late Show” that her decision not to run for California governor was more “basic” than saving herself for a “different office” —which is to say, another run for president in 2098.
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August 02, 2025
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Al Jalila Foundation inks deal to advance health initiatives
Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health, has announced a strategic partnership with the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), the largest arbitral institution in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region, to strengthen community outreach and advance health initiatives through joint charitable efforts.
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August 02, 2025
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India International Jewellery Show takes off
The biggest-ever India International Jewellery Show (IIJS), the 41st edition, is the biggest-ever edition of the famous gem & jewellery B2B trade show organised by India’s apex trade body, The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC).
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August 02, 2025
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Apple shares rise after strong results
Apple shares rose 2 per cent in premarket trading on Friday, after the iPhone maker's quarterly results topped Wall Street expectations, indicating resilience in the face of global trade tensions and intensifying artificial intelligence rivalry.
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August 02, 2025
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Bangladesh born officer honoured for devotion to duty
Mourners packed a New York mosque on Thursday to honour a Bangladesh-born police officer who embraced the job of protecting his adopted city and gave his life for it when a gunman opened fire in an office building this week.
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August 02, 2025
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Syria committee to investigate Sweida violence
Syria has pledged to investigate clashes in the southern province of Sweida which killed hundreds of people last month-the second major episode of sectarian violence since the ouster of longtime Syrian leader Bashar Al-Assad.
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August 02, 2025
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Warning on sudden swerving of vehicles
The Abu Dhabi Police, in cooperation with the Monitoring and Control Centre, and as part of the “Your Comment’ initiative, released a video showing accidents caused by sudden swerving.
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August 02, 2025
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Microsoft becomes 2nd firm to reach $4tr valuation
NEW YORK: Microsoft has become the second company in history to surpass a market capitalisation of $4 trillion, following sustained momentum in its stock performance. Chipmaker Nvidia continues to lead the market with a valuation of $4.4 trillion.
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August 02, 2025
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Nawaz's 3-wicket haul helps Pakistan inflict more T20 misery on Windies
Mohammad Nawaz took three wickets in an over to propel Pakistan to a 14-run win over West Indies in the series-opening Twenty20 cricket international on Thursday in Florida.
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August 02, 2025
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Lebanon says four killed in Israeli strikes in south
A series of Israeli air strikes killed four people in south and east Lebanon, the health ministry said Friday, referring to strikes that occurred the previous evening.
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August 02, 2025
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RAKEZ, Peko join forces to simplify SME operations
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has partnered with UAE-based fintech company Peko to offer its clients a range of automated services that streamline day-to-day operations.
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August 02, 2025
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Dubai Culture turbocharges creativity in Al Quoz with spectacular murals
Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has unveiled two murals in Al Quoz Creative Zone as part of the Dubai Public Art Strategy. The initiative brings artistic experiences to the community, striving to shape the city into an open-air art gallery. The effort is in line with the emirate's ambition to strengthen its status as a global centre for culture, an incubator for creativity, and a thriving hub for talent. The series showcases the work of three female artists, whose murals reflect the unique spirit of Al Quoz. Drawing on the area's character and vitality, the works turn public spaces into memorable creative sites. Together, they further reinforce Al Quoz's role as a welcoming home for culture professionals and entrepreneurs though they may hail from diverse backgrounds, offering an environment where ideas can find shelter, take root and flourish.
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August 02, 2025
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FOCP's Dhs3.6m in assistance helps over 136 cancer patients
The Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP) has concluded its second quarterly board meeting of 2025, with discussions focused on reviewing performance for the first five months of the year, financial expenditures, upcoming awareness campaigns, as well as support initiatives.
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August 02, 2025
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DFM announces 298% rise in net profit to Dhs777.1 million
Dubai Financial Market (DFM), announced its consolidated financial results for the six-month period ending 30 June 2025, reporting a net profit before tax of Dhs777.1 million, up 298 per cent compared to the same period in 2024, underscoring strong investor confidence and the continued expansion of Dubai's capital markets.
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August 02, 2025
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US promises Gaza food plan after envoy visit
President Donald Trump's special envoy promised a plan to deliver more food to Gaza after inspecting a US-backed distribution centre on Friday, as the United Nations said Israeli forces had killed hundreds of hungry Palestinians waiting for aid over the past two months.
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