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UAE to resume Gaza Strip relief airdrops immediately: Minister
Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, affirmed that the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip has reached a critical and unprecedented stage.
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July 27, 2025
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Taiwanese voters reject bid to oust 24 lawmakers
Taiwanese voters rejected on Saturday an attempt to oust 24 opposition lawmakers, an official tally showed, dealing a blow to President Lai Ching-te's party and its hopes for taking control of parliament.
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July 27, 2025
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UAE offers condolences to Cyprus
The United Arab Emirates has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Republic of Cyprus over the victims of wildfires near the city of Limassol, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries.
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July 27, 2025
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ICO sends Dhs1.5m worth of medicines to Kenya
AJMAN: The International Charity Organisation (ICO) has dispatched a shipment of medicines to Kenya, valued at Dhs1.5 million, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare and support medical systems, particularly in regions with limited access to health services.
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July 27, 2025
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Protesters demand Malaysian PM's resignation
Thousands of people rallied in the Malaysian capital on Saturday to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, as public discontent grows over rising living costs and allegations of failing to deliver promised reforms.
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July 27, 2025
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Israeli strikes kill dozens more aid seekers in Gaza
Israeli airstrikes and gunshots killed at least 42 people in Gaza overnight and into on Saturday, according to Palestinian health officials and the local ambulance service, as starvation deaths continued and ceasefire talks appear to have stalled.
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July 27, 2025
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Gunmen storm courthouse, killing six in southeast Iran
Gunmen stormed a courthouse in southeastern Iran on Saturday, killing at least six people, including three law enforcement personnel, the judiciary said.
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July 27, 2025
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Experts discuss terrorism, aviation threats
Anti-terror experts from the NIA and heads of state police forces discussed strategies to strengthen the internal security architecture using data analytics and other new techniques on the concluding day of a security conference, a Union Home Ministry official said on Saturday.
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July 27, 2025
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Trump plays golf in Scotland while protesters decry his visit
President Donald Trump played golf on Saturday at his course on Scotland's coast while protesters around the country took to the streets to decry his visit and accuse United Kingdom leaders of pandering to the American.
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July 27, 2025
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Woad keeps two-shot lead in Scotland to close in on win
Lottie Woad had four birdies in a six-hole stretch around the turn and posted a 5-under 67 on Saturday to maintain her two-shot lead in the Women's Scottish Open as she closes in on victory in her professional debut.
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July 27, 2025
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Top seed Fritz stumbles as Rybakina and Fernandez win at DC Open
US top seed Taylor Fritz dropped an early on Saturday morning marathon to Spain's Alejandro Davidovich-Fokina while Britain's Emma Raducanu and Canada's Leylah Fernandez reached the semi-finals of the ATP and WTA DC Open.
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July 27, 2025
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Emirates Islamic reports Dhs1.86b net profit in the first half of 2025
Emirates Islamic has announced its financial results for the first half of 2025, reporting a net profit of Dhs1.863 billion, marking a 12 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.
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July 27, 2025
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Moody's upgrades Turkey's debt rating
Moody's has raised Turkey's longterm debt rating one notch, from Bl to Ba3, with a stable outlook, though it remains in speculative territory, the rating agency said.
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July 27, 2025
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Mangroves are a 'natural shield' against rising seas
UAE marks International Day for Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystem with renewed commitment; mangroves offer immense value as powerful carbon sinks: Minister.
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July 27, 2025
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Muslim leaders boost security after mosque 'attacks'
After a spate of vandalism reports involving graffiti at a few mosques in Texas and California, Muslim leaders there have stepped up existing efforts to keep their sacred spaces and community members safe.
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July 27, 2025
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4 killed as Russia, Ukraine trade aerial attacks
Russia and Ukraine traded aerial attacks overnight, resulting in two deaths in each country, according to officials.
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July 27, 2025
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StanChart launches first sustainable escrow solution
Standard Chartered (StanChart) announced the launch of the first sustainable escrow and account bank solution, allowing clients to embed sustainability into their cash management strategies.
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July 27, 2025
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Ukraine leads at IMMAF Youth World C’ships in Al Ain
Day six of the IMMAF Youth World Championships featured more high-level action in the Youth A (16-17 years) category, as the competition heads into its final stretch.
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July 27, 2025
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Councils praise France’s recognition of Palestine
The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, welcomed the announcement by French President Emmanuel Macron regarding France's intention to recognise the State of Palestine.
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July 27, 2025
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Cleo Laine, regarded as Britain's greatest jazz voice, dies at 97
Cleo Laine, whose husky contralto was one of the most distinctive voices in jazz and who was regarded by many as Britain's greatest contribution to the quintessentially American music, has died. She was 97. The Stables, a charity and venue Laine founded with her late jazz musician husband John Dankworth, said Friday it was \"greatly saddened\" by the news that \"one of its founders and Life President, Dame Cleo Laine has passed away.\" Monica Ferguson, artistic director of The Stables, said Laine \"will be greatly missed, but her unique talent will always be remembered.
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July 27, 2025
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Dar meets Rubio, says Pakistan very close to US 'trade deal'
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Friday the United States and Pakistan were \"very close\" to a trade deal that could come within days, but comments from the US after Dar met with Secretary of State Marco Rubio mentioned no timeline.
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July 27, 2025
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Pak asks global tech firms to block accounts of banned outfits
Pakistan urged global social media companies to take action to block hundreds of accounts allegedly run by outlawed militant groups that Islamabad claims spread propaganda and glorify insurgents in the South Asian country.
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July 27, 2025
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SMI opens first WEY showroom in Dubai
Smart Mobility International (SMI) is the UAEs first specialist distributor of Premium Chinese electric vehicles has officially inaugurated its first WEY showroom on Sheikh Zayed Road - Murdouf Centre - Al Safa I - Dubai, reinforcing the company's commitment to growth and innovation in the region's mobility sector.
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July 27, 2025
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Emirates wins ‘Best Long-Haul Airline’ award
Emirates has once again claimed the top spot as the “Best Long Haul Airline” at The Telegraph Travel Awards 2025.
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July 27, 2025
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Thailand and Cambodia trade accusations as death toll rises
Thailand and Cambodia traded accusations on Saturday of fresh attacks as deadly border clashes entered a third day, leaving at least 33 people dead and more than 168,000 displaced, as international pressure mounted on both sides to reach a ceasefire.
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July 27, 2025
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11th edition of Dubai Design Week takes stage on November 4-9 at d3
Dubai Design Week (DDW) will celebrate its 11th edition from November 4-9 under the patronage of Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and member of Dubai Council. The region's leading design festival and an annual celebration of creativity and culture, DDW is held in strategic partnership with Dubai Design District (d3), a member of TECOM Group PJSC, and supported by Dubai Culture. DDW 2025 coincides with the UAE's 'Year of Community'; this year's programme therefore reflects the theme through a focus on social cohesion, participation and shared experiences. Design will be explored not only as a practice of innovation, but as a social connector and as a civic and cultural tool that can shape how we live together, communicate, and build caring systems.
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July 27, 2025
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Safety measures to protect children from 'toxic algorithms'
A generation of children will no longer be “at the mercy of toxic algorithms”, the Technology Secretary has declared, as new online safety protections officially came into force.
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July 27, 2025
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Ziad Rahbani, Lebanese musical giant, dies at 69
Ziad Rahbani, the Lebanese composer and musician who created a distinct Lebanese sound from Western and Arabic musical roots, and whose sardonic critique of the country’s sectarian politics rang true to Lebanese across the divides, has died. He was 69.
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July 27, 2025
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UAE, China boost aviation cooperation
Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), led an official delegation from the United Arab Emirates on a four-day visit to the People's Republic of China.
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July 27, 2025
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Vijayan orders 'comprehensive probe' into jailbreak
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has mandated a thorough and multifaceted investigation into the escape of a lifer from the high-security Kannur Central Jail on Friday.
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