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Law on Higher Education and Scientific Research issued
The UAE Government has issued a Federal Decree Law on Higher Education and Scientific Research, aimed at establishing a comprehensive federal legislative framework.
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December 31, 2025
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Reserve books from first semester, students told
As part of its preparations for the second and third semesters, the Ministry of Education (MoE) has called on students and parents to keep the textbooks for some subjects from the first semester.
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December 31, 2025
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India has become a centre of global attention: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that India has emerged as the centre of global attention due to the innovative zeal of the country's people as he listed the reforms undertaken by his government, especially this year.
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December 31, 2025
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New alliance poses challenge to traditional parties in Nepal
An emerging political bloc in Nepal has gained another heavyweight, with a third key figure joining the new alliance ahead of next year’s election, a party member said on Tuesday.
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December 31, 2025
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Nuggets lose Jokic, fall to Heat as Thunder rally to beak Hawks
Nikola Jokic suffered a “gut-wrenching” knee injury as the Denver Nuggets crashed to a heavy 147-123 defeat against the Miami Heat in the NBA on Monday.
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December 31, 2025
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Hosts Morocco, S.Africa and Mali secure last-16 berths in AFCON
Ayoub El Kaabi's brace helped Morocco to a 3-0 win over Zambia on Monday as the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) hosts cruised into the last 16 while South Africa beat Zimbabwe 3-2 to also secure a berth in the knockout phase.
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December 31, 2025
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Bethell looks to cement place as England No. 3, Archer named in T20 WC squad
Jacob Bethell was not supposed to be England's headline act in the fourth test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground but he looked like a player who belonged when the tourists made their nervous chase for victory against Australia.
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December 31, 2025
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Fourth edition of 1 Billion Followers Summit from Jan.9
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit will kick off on 9th January 2026.
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December 31, 2025
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China flexes blockade capabilities near Taiwan
China's People’s Liberation Army staged a second day of large-scale military drills around Taiwan on Tuesday, unleashing a live-fire show of force as part of what it called “Justice Mission 2025” to demonstrate its ability to deter any external armed support for the self-ruled island that it has long insisted is part of its sovereign territory.
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December 31, 2025
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Ipswich rock Championship leaders Coventry
Ipswich narrowed the gap on the top two clubs in English football’s second-tier Championship with a 9-0 win at Coventry on Monday that ended the leaders’ unbeaten home record this season.
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December 31, 2025
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UAE and Egypt to strengthen bilateral economic relations
Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, led a high-level government delegation to Egypt as negotiations continue to secure a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two nations.
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December 31, 2025
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Oman announce Jatinder-led squad for T20 World Cup
MUSCAT: Jatinder Singh will lead Oman once again as the team have announced their 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026, starting on Feb. 7.
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December 31, 2025
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Parade of planets, meteor showers to mark 2026
A series of remarkable astronomical phenomena will be witnessed in 2026 and easily accessible through the International Astronomy Centre's free application, Astronomy Events, serving as a daily guide to the most important astronomical events to be anticipated.
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December 31, 2025
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Teachers pushed towards strikes by market forces
The general secretary of the main teachers' union, the NASUWT, Matt Wrack, is, it is fair to say, a man of the left — unafraid to challenge the status quo, not least within the Labour Party.
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December 31, 2025
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The new rules that are redefining how to dress for the planes
An elasticated waistband, fleece lining, a roomy silhouette... once you're in a pair of tracksuit bottoms, it can be quite difficult to get out.
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December 31, 2025
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MOE, ADMAF sign deal to foster cultural creativity
The Ministry of Education (MoE) and Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen integration between the educational system and the cultural sector within the UAE and with the aim of enhancing students' cultural creativity and enriching the school environment with artistic tracks reflective of the Emirati national identity.
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December 31, 2025
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Jaishankar to attend Khaleda Zia's funeral today
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will represent the government and people of India at the funeral of Khaleda Zia, former prime minister of Bangladesh and Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), who passed away in Dhaka, on Tuesday.
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December 31, 2025
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Iran' answer to any attack would be harsh: President
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday said his country’s answer to an attack would be harsh, which appeared to be in response to a warning by US President Donald Trump over reconstruction of Iran's nuclear programme.
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December 31, 2025
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Second phase of plastic ban begins tomorrow
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has affirmed that on Thursday, Jan.1, 2026, will witness the activation of the second phase of implementing the ministerial resolution no.
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December 31, 2025
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Al Wasl meet Al Zawraa at ACL Two knockout stage, Al Ahli face Sepahan
All eight Round of 16 ties promise to be thrillers with all the hopefuls aiming to lift the coveted trophy for the first time. Al Wasl were undefeated in the group stage, registering four wins and two draws
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December 31, 2025
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Shaheen ruled out of Big Bash League with a knee injury
Pakistan quick Shaheen Shah Afridi, playing for Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26, has been sidelined for the rest of the season due to a knee injury suffered in an earlier match in Australia's domestic T20 league.
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December 31, 2025
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Hunna Art is launching Kuwaiti artist Alymamah Rashed's debut Paris solo
Kuwait based Hunna Art, the independent contemporary art gallery committed to amplifying the voices of a new generation of women artists from or connected to the Arabian Peninsula, is presenting My Circular Spirit Resides in Your Land, the first solo exhibition in Paris by Kuwaiti visual artist, Alymamah Rashed (Jan. 8 -18, 2026).
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December 31, 2025
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Thailand says truce breaches delayed release of prisoners
A renewed ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia over border clashes passed the 72-hour mark on Tuesday, an initial goal the countries set to secure a more lasting peace, but Bangkok said it had delayed the release of 18 Cambodian soldiers due to alleged breaches of the deal.
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December 31, 2025
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Bodour Al Qasimi oversees final preparations for 'Nomad' in Kalba
Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), conducted an inspection visit to Nomad, the emirate's upcoming eco-luxury hospitality destination in Kalba, ahead of welcoming guests.
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December 31, 2025
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These are the trends that will all be embarrassing in 2026
Boyfriends officially became embarrassing in 2025.
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December 31, 2025
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US economy heads into 2026 in an unusual place
The US economy heads into 2026 in an unusual place: Inflation is down from its peak in mid-2022, growth has held up better than many expected, and yet American households say that things still feel shaky.
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December 31, 2025
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ADSW Summit 2026 to focus on sustainability
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week has announced the programme for the ADSW Summit 2026.
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December 31, 2025
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Court upholds verdict in investment fraud case
The Dubai Court of Appeal upheld the first instance court's ruling jailing an Asian national and another in absentia for three months, fining them jointly Dhsl.098 million, and deporting them from the country after serving their sentence, for luring a European investor through a fictitious project to sell digital currencies and seizing the value of the fine.
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December 31, 2025
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George, Amal Clooney are now French citizens
Call them Monsieur and Madame Clooney.
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December 31, 2025
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Natural gas accounts for 70% of Mubadala Energy's output
Natural gas accounts for about 70 per cent of Mubadala Energy's production portfolio, the company's Chief Operating Officer Adnan Bu Fateem said, describing 2025 as a “pivotal” year for the company's international expansion.
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