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Italy's jobless rate drops to lowest level
According to provisional data released by Italy’s National Statistics Institute (Istat), Italy's unemployment rate fell to 5.7% in November, down O.I percentage point from October, marking the lowest level on record since the start of the statistical series in 2004.
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January 11, 2026
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2026 to intensify trade tensions between EU, China: Report
The European Union (EU), beyond tariffs and sanctions, set to continue on its trajectory of diversifying its trading relationships away from China and sharpening its trade defence armoury, developed with China in mind, but Beijing “doesn’t seem much to care”, according to a new report.
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January 11, 2026
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100,000 French homes still without power
A man was killed after a tree fell on a caravan in England after record winds brought by Storm Goretti, as 100,000 homes in France were still without power on Saturday.
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January 11, 2026
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Litchfield's valiant knock in vain as Giants beat Warriorz by 10 runs
A captain's knock from Ashleigh Gardner, followed by a splendid bowling performance from Renuka Singh Thakur and Sophie Devine, powered Gujarat Giants to a thrilling 10-run victory over UP Warriorz in the second match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium.
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January 11, 2026
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Death toll from trash site collapse rises to 6
Hard hat-wearing rescue workers and backhoes dug through rubble in search of survivors on Saturday in the shadow of a mountain of garbage that buried dozens of landfill employees in the central Philippines, killing at least six.
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January 11, 2026
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Arsenal and United play goalless draw in WSL
Arsenal missed a golden opportunity to close the gap at the top of the Women's Super League when they were held to a 0-0 draw by Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, despite the visitors playing the final 25 minutes with 10 players.
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January 11, 2026
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UAE National MMA Championship off to perfect start in Al Ain
Action got underway on Saturday at the UAE National MMA Championship 6, organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation, at UAE University in Al Ain, with impressive performances from emerging athletes.
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January 11, 2026
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Ukraine drone strikes Russian oil depot
A drone strike by Ukraine caused a fire at an oil depot in the Oktyabrskiy district in the southern part of Russia’s Volgograd region, regional authorities said on Saturday.
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January 11, 2026
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Ethiopia begins construction of 'Africa's biggest airport'
Ethiopian Airlines on Saturday officially started a $12.5 billion construction project for what officials say will be Africa’s biggest airport when completed in 2030 in the Ethiopian town of Bishoftu.
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January 11, 2026
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Republicans defy Trump, reap the consequences
On Thursday, the House failed to override President Donald Trump's veto of a bill championed by Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo,) to secure clean drinking water for her constituents.
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January 11, 2026
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Sabalenka sets up title clash with Kostyuk; Poland reach United Cup final
Aryna Sabalenka beat Karolina Muchova in straight sets to reach her third Brisbane International final in a row on Saturday, a week before the Australian Open.
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January 11, 2026
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World Future Energy Summit to screen Attenborough's 'Ocean' daily
IMI, the Abu Dhabi-headquartered global media group, will host daily screenings of Ocean with David Attenborough during the World Future Energy Summit, taking place from 13-15 January 2026 at Adnec Centre Abu Dhabi as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.
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January 11, 2026
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Al Zorah records Ajman’s highest ever residential property sales
Al Zorah Real Estate Development, the joint venture between the Government of Ajman and Solidere International, has announced the completion of the sale of the two most expensive residential units ever in the Emirate of Ajman, comprising a luxury waterfront palace and a beachfront penthouse within Al Zorah City, near the anticipated Four Seasons Al Zorah Resort.
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January 11, 2026
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Super Cup Clasico final potentially pivotal for coach Alonso's future
Xabi Alonso has steadied Real Madrid's ship in recent weeks after a tumultuous period but the Spanish Super Cup Clasico final against Barcelona on Sunday seems a make-or-break moment for the Spanish coach.
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January 11, 2026
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France trade deficit widens in December
France's trade deficit widened to €4.2 billion in December 2025, up from a revised €3.5 billion in November, broadly in line with market expectations, according to the French Customs Office.
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January 11, 2026
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UAE likely to receive more rain today, says NCM
Light to heavy rain fell on Saturday morning in a number of areas including Aqah in Fujairah on the east coast.
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January 11, 2026
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Nifty gives 10.51% annual return in 2025: Report
The Nifty delivered a strong annual return of 0.51 per cent, even as broader markets remained largely flat in December, a new report said on Saturday.
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January 11, 2026
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Sindhu exits Malaysia Open after semis loss to Zhiyi
Ace Indian shuttler P V Sindhu’s campaign in the season-opening Malaysia Open BWF World Tour Super 1000 came to an end on Saturday after she suffered a defeat to China’s Wang Zhiyi in straight sets in the women's singles semifinals.
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January 11, 2026
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India needs to scale clean energy deployment
India needs to further strengthen its renewable energy (RE) ecosystem and scale clean energy deployment, according to a senior government official.
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January 11, 2026
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Global economy shows signs of steady but subdued growth: UN
The global economy has shown resilience amid turbulence during the past year, including shifting trade policies - yet growth remains subdued and far below pre-pandemic levels, the UN said in a landmark report published on Thursday.
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January 10, 2026
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Swiss inflation edges higher in December
The Swiss National Bank’s policymakers expect inflation to revive gradually, the minutes of their latest rate-setting meeting showed on Thursday, which will help it avoid cutting or hiking interest rates.
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January 10, 2026
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Osimhen and Nigeria seek harmony ahead of Algeria clash
Led by Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, Nigeria's form at the Africa Cup of Nations has offered cause for optimism ahead of Saturday's heavyweight quarterfinal against Algeria despite reports of unrest in the squad.
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January 10, 2026
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EU envoys provisionally clear Mercosur trade deal
EU ambassadors gave provisional approval on Friday to the signing of the bloc’s largest ever free trade accord with South American group Mercosur, over 25 years since negotiations began and after months of wrangling to secure key member states’ backing, according to three EU diplomats and sources.
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January 10, 2026
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First 'Creators Competition: X Originals' announced in Dubai
Creators HQ, the first content creator hub in the UAE and the Middle East and part of Visioneers, and the global social media platform X, announced Creators Competition: X Originals, the world's first-of-its-kind competition, in partnership with X Originals, an initiative first unveiled during the third edition of the I Billion Followers Summit, which concluded in Dubai last January.
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January 10, 2026
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GPSSA announces 2026 pension disbursement dates
The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) announced that the date for disbursing retirement pensions for 2026 has been adjusted to align with official holidays in the UAE, aiming to ensure retirees receive their financial entitlements before holiday periods and national celebrations to meet their families' living needs.
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January 10, 2026
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Head, Smith earn praise as Australian media revel in Ashes win
Travis Head's swashbuckling batting and the decision making of stand-in captain Steve Smith were hailed as the keys to Australia's Ashes victory over England as the nation's media revelled in their 4-1 series win.
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January 10, 2026
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ADNEC Group prepares to host over 190 events in H1 2026
Following its most successful year to date in 2025, ADNEC Group, a Modon company, is gearing up for a strong first half (H1) of 2026, with a packed calendar of exhibitions, conferences, meetings and social events within its UAE-based venues.
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January 10, 2026
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It's up to Xi what China does in Taiwan, says US president
US President Donald Trump said \"it's up to\" Chinese President Xi Jinping what China does in Taiwan, the New York Times reported on Thursday.
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January 10, 2026
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SIT arrests ex-priest in Sabarimala gold theft case
The investigation into the alleged theft and misappropriation of gold from the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple entered a decisive phase on Friday with the arrest of former Sabarimala Tantri and chief priest Kandararu Rajeevaru by the Kerala High Court-appointed Special Investigation Team (SIT).
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January 10, 2026
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Glencore rises on prospect of Rio Tinto merger
Glencore shares rose by almost 10% on Friday following news it is in talks with Rio Tinto about a potential takeover that would create the world's largest mining group, valued at almost $207 billion.
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