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NZ thrash England to deny Stokes a fairytale finish
An injury-hit New Zealand overwhelmed England by 160 runs in the third Test at Trent Bridge on Monday as Ben Stokes's last match in international cricket ended with a thumping defeat.
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June 30, 2026
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Dua Lipa will have to wait till 2027 to shift into her new London home
It seems like English singer-songwriter Dua Lipa will have to wait till 2027 to shift into her new abode after her wedding. The singer's dream is reported to be in London.
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June 30, 2026
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UAE allows its citizens to visit Lebanon with Twajudi service
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) announces that UAE nationals will be permitted to travel to the sisterly Lebanese Republic effective on Monday.
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June 30, 2026
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Supreme Court discovers the hardships of gun ownership
Pity the poor gun owner. According to the US Supreme Court's decision Thursday in Wolford v. Lopez, it’s tough to navigate daily life when one has to constantly stop to figure out where one’s legally permitted weapon can be carried.
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June 30, 2026
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Algeria, Austria reach knockouts
Algeria and Austria played out a captivating 3-3 draw in Kansas City on Saturday that ensured both teams qualified for the World Cup knockout rounds and eliminated Iran.
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June 29, 2026
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UAE-US trade hits $40b as UAE solidifies $1.4tr investment pledge
Saeed Al Hajeri, Minister of State, led a UAE delegation during a visit to Washington. The delegation included Omran Sharaf, Assistant Foreign Minister for Advanced Science and Technology.
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June 29, 2026
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New K9 fleet to boost anti-drug operations
Dubai Customs has launched a new fleet of vehicles for its K9 Unit to coincide with the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking and in support of the UAE's national anti-drug campaign, launched this year by the National Anti-Narcotics Council under the slogan “Uniting to Eradicate the Scourge.”
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June 29, 2026
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UAE and Panama discuss ways to boost trade, investment ties
Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, discussed with senior public and private sector officials in the Republic of Panama ways to enhance trade and investment cooperation and expand economic partnership opportunities between the two countries, in support of sustainable development, economic integration and the resilience of global supply chains.
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June 29, 2026
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6 tips for safe driving during summer
Abu Dhabi Police urged motorists to abide by safe driving guidelines during summer as part of the Safe Summer awareness campaign and the Ministry of Interior's Summer without Accidents campaign.
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June 29, 2026
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Seventh heaven for Messi as Argentina keep winning start
Argentina's Lionel Messi etched his name deeper into World Cup folklore, becoming the first to score in seven straight finals matches as a largely second-string Argentina beat Jordan 3-1 in Dallas on Saturday for a third consecutive win in Group J.
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June 29, 2026
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UAE leads global green economy transformation talks in London
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Chairman of the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO), affirmed that the transition to a climate-resilient future is not merely an environmental challenge, but a fundamental economic transformation.
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June 29, 2026
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Three officers killed as attack on Rangers facility foiled: ISPR
Three security personnel were martyred during an exchange of fire after a terrorist attack on Saturday night on a Rangers facility in Karachi was “decisively foiled,” the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Sunday.
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June 29, 2026
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Modi says India will remain Seychelles’ trusted partner
India Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted that one in every fifty people in Seychelles has undergone some training in India.
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June 29, 2026
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Mahjong's 200-year legacy finds new fans among Gen Z
With its low lighting, small plates, film projector and steel countertops, Cafe Kowloon, a chic Cantonese restaurant in the hipster area of London Fields, from the team behind Daddy Bao and Wonton Charlie, is easily one of east London’s coolest openings of 2026.
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June 29, 2026
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Stokes to retire from international cricket
England captain Ben Stokes announced his shock retirement from international cricket on Sunday in the middle of a Test match.
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June 29, 2026
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Sharjah Chamber registers 30,000 memberships in H1
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) reported an impressive surge in registered memberships in the first half of 2026, recording nearly 30,000 new memberships and membership renewals.
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June 29, 2026
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Familiarity adds spice to last-32 clash between Netherlands and Morocco
Star-laden Morocco and the Netherlands have the potential to produce a riveting Round of 32 tie at the World Cup, underpinned by a societal subtext that adds a healthy spice to the game in Monterrey on Monday.
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June 29, 2026
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Duo shine as England sink Panama to top group
Jude Bellingham dragged England out of a rainy New Jersey grind on Saturday, scoring one goal and creating another for Harry Kane as Thomas Tuchel's side beat Panama 2-0 to top Group L and avoid a nervy route through the World Cup knockout phase.
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June 29, 2026
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France records around 1,000 heat-related deaths
France saw around 1,000 additional deaths last week at the height of its record-smashing heat wave, the country's public health agency said Sunday, as the head of the World Health Organization warned that Europe is now the fastest-warming continent and needs to do more to protect its citizens.
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June 29, 2026
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Too many teams in World Cup now, says Ghana boss
No continent has benefited more from World Cup expansion than Africa.
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June 29, 2026
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Baniyas top Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship Round 5
The fifth round of the third edition of the Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (GI division) concluded on Sunday at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi, with competitions for the Under-12, Under-14 and Under-16 divisions.
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June 29, 2026
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Recovery of child’s body ends search after bridge tragedy
The recovery of the body of six-year-old Anna from the Muvattupuzha river on Sunday brought a tragic end to the search for a family of four who are suspected to have died by suicide after jumping from the Piravom bridge in Kerala’s Ernakulam district two days ago.
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June 29, 2026
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Confident Japan look to upset favourites Brazil in playoff match
Japan will look to upset the mighty Brazil and go past the Round of 32.
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June 29, 2026
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Errors cost Jordan but lessons have been learnt, says coach after exit
Jordan will be better off for the experience from their maiden World Cup despite exiting the tournament in the group phase following three defeats, coach Jamal Sellami said after a 3-1 loss to Argentina in Dallas on Saturday.
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June 29, 2026
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Germany’s big names must deliver, team to go to limit vs Paraguay
Germany will need to up their game in their World Cup round of 32 against Paraguay or risk going home, with their top players yet to peak at the tournament and expectations back home of a deep run in the competition piling pressure on the team.
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June 29, 2026
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Pakistan stands proud as a peacemaker, says Shahbaz
PM says the recent deal between Iran and US is a matter of pride for country; Bahrain praises Pakistan’s role in regional peace after Islamabad MoU
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June 29, 2026
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Youth entity signs pact on rehab treatment
The Federal Youth Authority (FYA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Erada Centre for Treatment and Rehabilitation in Dubai, aimed at empowering youth recovering from addiction and enhancing their social integration.
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June 29, 2026
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Every rupee reaches the poor now: Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said that reforms introduced by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government had eliminated leakages in welfare delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), asserting that every rupee allocated by the Centre now reaches beneficiaries directly.
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June 29, 2026
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Over 40,000 attend Khorfakkan Mango Fest
The fifth Khorfakkan Mango Festival concluded on Sunday at Expo Khorfakkan after a three-day celebration of one of the UAE's most valued seasonal fruits.
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June 29, 2026
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Spain visit highlights power of education: Sultan Bin Ahmed
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, attended a dinner hosted by the Royal European Academy of Doctors in Spain, in collaboration with the Diplomatic Academy of the Kingdom of Spain and the Consular Corps in Barcelona.
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