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Kerala to defy centre, to screen all 19 banned films at IFFK
Kerala intends to defy the federal ban on screening 19 films, predominantly about the Palestine conflict, at the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK), which began last week.
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December 18, 2025
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Israel blocks Canadian delegation from visiting West Bank
Six members of Canada’s parliament travelling from Jordan were denied entry to the occupied West Bank on Tuesday by Israeli authorities who accused the delegation of being sponsored by “a terror entity.”
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December 18, 2025
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Ultimate goal is to win Dakar Rally title, says Emirati rally driver Nora
Emirati rally driver Nora Al Jassasi delivered a remarkable performance at the recently concluded Dubai International Baja 2025, securing third place in the SSV T4 category and an impressive 21st overall.
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December 18, 2025
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United wanted me to leave in summer, claims Fernandes
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes told Portuguese media the Premier League club had wanted to sell him this summer after receiving interest from Saudi Arabia.
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December 18, 2025
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SPARK joins EU Enterprise network
The Sharjah Research, Technology, and Innovation Park (SPARK) is set to expand collaboration with European technology, research, and business ecosystems following a high-level meeting between EU ambassadors and SPARK leadership.
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December 18, 2025
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Christensen, Rashford give Barca win over Guadalajara in Spanish Cup tie
Barcelona needed late goals by Andreas Christensen and Marcus Rashford to defeat third-division club Guadalajara 2-0 on Tuesday in the round of 32 of the Copa del Rey in a game delayed because of problems with the stadium's temporary grandstand.
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December 18, 2025
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Japan 'always open' to dialogue with China: Takaichi
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Wednesday she is “always open” to dialogue with China despite a diplomatic row between Tokyo and Beijing over comments she made about Taiwan.
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December 18, 2025
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Mansour hails efforts, notable achievements of CBUAE in 2025
His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), chaired the CBUAE board meeting which was held at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi.
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December 18, 2025
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Shiffrin continues slalom sweep with 105th World Cup win
Mikaela Shiffrin took a record-extending 105th career World Cup win by a mighty margin as the US Alpine ski great continued her slalom sweep for the season in the French resort of Courchevel on Tuesday.
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December 18, 2025
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CM-Governor standoff ends as 2 Kerala varsities get VCs
A prolonged and politically fraught standoff between the Kerala state government and Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar over vice chancellor appointments finally came to an end on Tuesday, clearing the way for permanent heads at two key state-run universities.
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December 18, 2025
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City star winger Doku sidelined until new year with injury
Pep Guardiola said Manchester City will be without injured Belgium winger Jeremy Doku until the new year.
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December 18, 2025
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City legends encourage young players in Abu Dhabi
Manchester City legends Micah Richards and Joleon Lescott emphasised the importance of grassroots football for aspiring footballers in the UAE, saying it’s crucial in their development on and off the pitch as they visited a City Football Schools’ session in Abu Dhabi.
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December 18, 2025
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'Hostile nations' behind linking Pak to Bondi shooting: Minister
Tarar slams 'misinformation drive maligning Pakistan' after Australia beach shooting, calls on media outlets that published the false reports to issue apologies
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December 18, 2025
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US Senate dysfunction now painfully obvious
The institution that fancies itself “the world’s greatest deliberative body” is supposed to serve as a cooling saucer that tempers the more hotheaded House, applying weight and wisdom as it addresses the Great Issues of Our Time.
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December 18, 2025
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Abu Dhabi Customs wins four awards
Abu Dhabi Customs has won four major awards at the CIPD Middle East People Awards 2025, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) in the United Kingdom.
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December 18, 2025
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UAE Rulers congratulate King of Bahrain
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain on the anniversary of his accession to the throne.
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December 18, 2025
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Bangladesh envoy summoned over security issues
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) summoned Bangladesh High Commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah on Wednesday to convey New Delhi's strong concerns over the deteriorating security environment in Bangladesh.
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December 18, 2025
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DXB, DWC boost winter schedules with new routes
Dubai Airports has entered the winter travel season with one of its strongest networks in history, as Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International (DWC) welcome new airlines and expanded connectivity to meet rising seasonal travel demand.
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December 18, 2025
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Mleiha to ring in 2026 with 'New Year Under the Stars'
Mleiha National Park, the unparalleled desert heritage and adventure destination in Sharjah, invites families, friends, and explorers to ring in the New Year beneath starlit skies with the “New Year Under the Stars” experience.
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December 18, 2025
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DGR, US Consulate discuss ties
The Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah welcomed Robert Raines, Consul General of the United States in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, at Bait Elowal, where both parties discussed opportunities for collaboration in culture, education, and institutional exchange.
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December 18, 2025
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PSG ordered to pay Mbappe $71m in wage dispute, Hamraoui loses assault case
France captain Mbappe, who left PSG in June 2024 to join Real Madrid, had been claiming over 260 million euros in total from his former club
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December 18, 2025
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Here's how Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt brings weekend vibes to a weekday
Actress Alia
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December 18, 2025
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Shurooq touch to enliven Sharjah Events Festival 2025 from today
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) will participate in the Sharjah Events Festival 2025 at Al Majaz Amphitheatre from 18-21 December 2025, presenting a unified pavilion that reflects Sharjah’s identity as a place where culture, nature, learning, and family life intersect.
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December 18, 2025
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Xposure celebrates Athens as Guest of Honour
In its milestone IOth edition, the Xposure International Photography Festival will unveil a new chapter in its evolution by launching a dedicated zone celebrating Athens as part of a newly conceived Zones architecture that reimagines exhibitions as interconnected cultural ecosystems rather than isolated showcases.
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December 18, 2025
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UAE, Canada expand air connectivity
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced a key milestone in air transport between the UAE and Canada, following bilateral Air Services Agreement (ASA) negotiations that took place during the ICAO Air Services Negotiation Event 2025 (ICAN2025) in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
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December 18, 2025
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FIFA overturns three Malaysia matches amid eligibility row
FIFA has overturned the results of three Malaysia matches after finding they had fielded ineligible players, the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) said on Wednesday, in the latest setback for the team amid a widening document forgery scandal.
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December 18, 2025
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA’s Best men and women's awards
France and Paris Saint-Germain attacker Ousmane Dembele won the men’s FIFA Best award at a ceremony in Qatar on Tuesday, while Barcelona midfield maestro Aitana Bonmati collected the women's prize.
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December 18, 2025
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Lebanon judge to question ship owner linked to port blast
Lebanese judge Tarek Bitar headed to Bulgaria on Wednesday to question a shipowner wanted in connection with a catastrophic 2020 Beirut port blast, a judicial official told AFP.
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December 18, 2025
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Now, smart work permits can be processed in just one second
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced the completion of approximately 13 million transactions through automation and artificial intelligence (Al) technologies, without human intervention, from the beginning of the year until Dec.10, 2025.
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December 18, 2025
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Give round robin Christmas letters over Instagram smugness
Once upon a festive season, opening your Christmas post would induce a blizzard of folded-up A4 paper, as a slew of round robin letters floated out from cards.
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