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Kosovo lawmakers fail to elect government, snap polls likely
After months of political wrangling, Kosovo's caretaker prime minister Albin Kurti failed to form a government on Wednesday, pushing the tiny Balkan nation towards its second election in under a year.
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November 20, 2025
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Confident Japan eye WC history after impressive year
Japan have set themselves the ambitious target of winning next year’s World Cup and coach Hajime Moriyasu believes they are making big strides in the right direction heading into 2026.
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November 20, 2025
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UAE's Mariam claims 400m hurdles silver at Islamic Solidarity Games
The UAE national athletics team secured the silver medal in the women's 400m hurdles at the sixth Islamic Solidarity Games, currently under way in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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November 20, 2025
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Belgium reach last four of Davis Cup, Federer to be inducted into Hall of Fame
Belgium reached the semifinals of the Davis Cup after winning both singles matches against France in Bologna, where fans have been denied star power following injured Carlos Alcaraz’s late withdrawal.
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November 20, 2025
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Nahyan opens Healthcare Leaders Summit
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, inaugurated the fourth edition of the Forbes Middle East Healthcare Leaders Summit, held in partnership with PureHealth under the theme \"Community at the Heart of Healthcare Innovation.
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November 20, 2025
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flydubai signs agreement for 75 Boeing jets worth Dhs47.7b
The Dubai-based carrier, flydubai, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Boeing for 75 Boeing 737 MAXs. The announcement further supports the carrier in fulfilling Dubai's vision for aviation growth in the years ahead.
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November 20, 2025
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US skiing star Diggins to retire at the end of season
Jessie Diggins, the most decorated US cross-country skier, announced on Wednesday that she will be retiring from the sport at the end of the season.
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November 20, 2025
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Scarcity of rare earth elements hurts West very badly
The West's push to build a homegrown magnetssupplychaintoreduceitsreliance on China—led by massive U.S. backing for Nevada-based MP Materials—isrunning into a critical problem: the scarcity of so-called heavy rare earth elements.
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November 20, 2025
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US, European nations call on Iran to work with UN watchdog
Iran must \"cooperate fully\" with the UN's nuclear watchdog, according to a draft resolution submitted to the agency's board by Britain, France, Germany and the United States, and seen by AFP on Wednesday.
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November 20, 2025
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Block out boos and think of WC, S.Korea's Lee urges team
South Korea’s Lee Kang-in urged his teammates to ignore the critics and focus on the World Cup after fans booed during their underwhelming IO friendly win over Ghana.
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November 20, 2025
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Experts discuss Al's role in future of media
The UAE Media Council, in cooperation with the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council, organised on 17th and 18th November a specialised workshop titled \"Engineering the New Media Era with Artificial Intelligence,\" in collaboration with the New Media Academy at Creators HQ in Emirates Towers.
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November 20, 2025
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UAE shaping future of aviation: Olama
Eng Sharif Al Olama, Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, co-hosted the Executive Committee Networking Breakfast along with Gabriel Semelas, President of Airbus Africa and the Middle East, as part of Dubai Airshow 2025.
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November 20, 2025
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Kyrgyzstan's largest walnut forest thins away
Rustling through fallen golden leaves, locals in a forest outside Arslanbob in the Kyrgyz mountains were scurrying for walnuts — an ancient pastime and economic lifeline for the region.
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November 20, 2025
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HC finds lapses in crowd control at Sabarimala
Kerala High Court on Wednesday came down heavily on the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) and the state police after an unprecedented surge of pilgrims in the opening days of the Sabarimala pilgrimage season triggered near-breakdown scenes across the hill shrine, exposing glaring lapses in preparation, coordination and crowd control.
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November 20, 2025
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UK's consumer price inflation eases to 3.6 per cent in October
British inflation slowed last month for the first time since May, official figures showed on Wednesday, offering some relief to the government before next week's annual budget and boosting the chance of a December rate cut by the Bank of England.
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November 20, 2025
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PTI slams police action against Imran's sisters
The Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) has said that policeman handled and violently detained the sisters of imprisoned ex-premier Imran Khan from outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, where they were camped out after being denied a weekly meeting with him.
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November 20, 2025
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Sharjah Police seize 25 bikes, 73 vehicles
Sharjah Police conducted an intensive field campaign across the emirate, resulting in 73 vehicles and 25 motorcycles being impounded for various violations, including causing excessive noise, reckless driving and driving without a licence.
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November 20, 2025
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Sheikh Sultan establishes Al Qalqali Marine Reserve
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree establishing \"Al Qalqali Marine Reserve\" in Khorfakkan, Sharjah.
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November 20, 2025
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US asked Yemen to join 'international Gaza force'
The United States has approached Yemen about joining an international force to be deployed in Gaza as part of President Donald Trump's peace plan, five Yemeni government sources, including top officials, told AFP.
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November 20, 2025
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President visits pavilions of several firms at airshow
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the third day of the Dubai Airshow 2025, held at Dubai World Central and running until 21 November.
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November 20, 2025
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Emirates orders 8 additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft worth $3.4b
Emirates on Wednesday announced orders for 8 additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB84 engines, at the Dubai Airshow 2025.
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November 20, 2025
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ADX sets focus on empowering capital and sustainable growth
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group proudly commemorates its silver jubilee - 25 years of innovation, resilience, and contribution to Abu Dhabi's economic progress. Established in 2000 as the youngest exchange in the region, the ADX now ranks among the world's top 20 exchanges by market capitalisation, reflecting the emirate's long-term vision and the exchange's rapid rise as a global capital markets leader.
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November 20, 2025
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MoF signs deal under 'Retail Sukuk' initiative with ENBD
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has signed the second agreement under the “Retail Sukuk” Initiative with Emirates NBD (ENBD), a leading banking group in the MENAT region, aimed at enabling citizens and residents to invest in UAE Government Treasury Bonds and Islamic Treasury Sukuk through innovative digital platforms.
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November 20, 2025
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RAK Police arrest four over car racing
Ras Al Khaimah Police arrested four drivers for racing in one of the emirate's areas, impounded their vehicles and applied strict regulations against them as their serious violation posed a threat to the safety and lives of others.
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November 20, 2025
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UAE renews pledge to adopt open, rules-based international trading
The United Arab Emirates has renewed its commitment to continuing to lead international efforts to adopt open, rules-based international trade, considering it a catalyst for sustainable economic growth and inclusive development worldwide.
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November 20, 2025
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Forum highlights human-centric vision for future cities
Experts at the Dubai Future Forum 2025 stressed that future cities will be shaped by rapid technological progress and deeper integration between scientific and interdisciplinary fields, creating major opportunities across existing and emerging sectors.
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November 20, 2025
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LeBron makes winning return for Lakers in his 23rd season
LeBron James made a winning start to his NBA-record 23rd season on Tuesday, returning after a near one-month injury absence in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 140-26 victory over the Utah Jazz.
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November 20, 2025
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Afghan minister in Delhi, seeks India investments
Afghan Industry and Commerce Minister Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi arrived in New Delhi Wednesday afternoon, kicking off the official visit of a high-ranking government delegation from Kabul with the aim of activating and effectively utilising the capacities of India-developed Chabahar Port in Iran and attracting and drawing more investments.
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November 20, 2025
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LHC stops police from harassing ‘Sikh woman,' husband
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has restrained police officials from harassing Sarbjit Kaur — now Noor — a former Sikh woman who, after embracing Islam, married Nasir Hussain — a resident of Sheikhupura district.
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November 20, 2025
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Sharjah-based startups strengthen trade ties with China’s Guangzhou
The recently concluded Sharjah Trade Mission to Guangzhou, China; spearheaded by the Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), and the Sharjah Foundation to Support Pioneering Entrepreneurs (RUWAD); signified a progressive step in strengthening economic ties with one of China's most comprehensive and globally renowned trading hubs.
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