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British PM ‘deeply sorry’ for decades of forced adoptions
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday formally apologised for the forced adoption of an estimated 185,000 babies born to unmarried mothers in England and Wales between 1949 and 1976, calling it \"a stain on our history\".
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July 03, 2026
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Indian passport services in UAE hit by delay amid contract battle
One company scored 67.5 per cent in the technical evaluation, just short of the 70 per cent qualifying mark. But it says the scoring was “arbitrary”.
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July 03, 2026
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Abu Dhabi airport handles over 93,000 passengers a day
Zayed International Airport is handling more than 93,000 passengers a day and close to 500 daily flights, as travel demand continues to strengthen ahead of the summer holiday season, according to Abu Dhabi Airports.
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July 03, 2026
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Faulty lights, worn-out tyres most common trailer safety defects in Dubai, RTA finds
Worn-out tyres, faulty lights, missing reflective stickers and unsafe loading were among the trailer safety defects identified by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) during a campaign carried out across the emirate in the first half of this year.
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July 03, 2026
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The doctor, the patient and ... the podcaster?
A few years ago, Jenny Ip found herself in a cardiologist’s office after her bloodwork showed her cholesterol levels had shot up.
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July 03, 2026
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IHC, Adani to build Dh42B aluminium plant in India
Abu Dhabi-based IHC Group and India’s Adani Group have signed an agreement to jointly develop an $11.5 billion (Dh42.2 billion) greenfield aluminium project in the eastern Indian state of Odisha.
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July 03, 2026
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Rescuers dig out 43-year-old man alive 8 days after deadly quakes
Hundreds of rescuers in Venezuela cheered and embraced on Thursday after pulling a 43-year-old man alive from the ruins of a collapsed building eight days after deadly twin earthquakes, AFP journalists witnessed.
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July 03, 2026
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French scramble to find air conditioners before next heatwave
Hundreds of people were besieging Lidl supermarkets in and around Paris on Thursday, with scuffles and shouting matches breaking out as residents scrambled to get their hands on bargain air-cooling units before the next heatwave hits the French capital.
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July 03, 2026
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Dubai cancer survivor leads 15 riders on 3,333km Barcelona to Paris charity cycle
A 15-member team of UAE-based riders, clipped into their pedals in Barcelona, embarked on an extraordinary 3,333-km endurance challenge across Spain and France.
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July 03, 2026
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90% discount, Dh10 dishes: 12 things for residents this Dubai Summer Surprises
Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) returns from July 2 to August 30, bringing 60 days of shopping, entertainment, dining and family activities across the city. This year’s edition features everything from apartment giveaways and major retail sales to concerts, restaurant deals and staycation offers.
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July 03, 2026
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Where do US, Iran talks stand after Doha negotiations: What we know
Next round of indirect talks will come after the late Iranian supreme leader’s funeral
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July 03, 2026
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21 killed in Russia's biggest attack on Kyiv, says mayor
Russia launched its largest ever barrage on Kyiv early on Thursday, according to the city’s mayor, tearing open apartment buildings in a hours-long drone and missile attack that killed at least 21 people.
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July 03, 2026
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Syrian president finalises 1st post-Assad parliament
Syrian President Ahmed Al Sharaa finalised on Wednesday the formation of the country’s first parliament in the post-Assad era, which authorities said will hold its first session next week.
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July 03, 2026
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A story of gratitude, captured by a photojournalist
Gitika Talukar, the only accredited Indian female photojournalist at the 2026 World Cup, feels blessed to witness the grand Lionel Messi farewell party in the US.
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July 03, 2026
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BDO drives thought leadership on tax governance
As the exclusive sponsor of the Khaleej Times CFO Summit, BDO UAE drove a thought-provoking discussion on e-invoicing readiness, bringing together prominent CEOs, CFOs, and finance executives.
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July 03, 2026
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Salah fitness race in focus for Egypt ahead of Australia clash
Mohamed Salah remains in a race to be ready for Egypt’s last 32 clash with Australia in Dallas on Friday with the forward continuing his recovery from a hamstring strain sustained in the 1-1 draw with Iran.
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July 03, 2026
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After short-handed victory over Bosnia, US turn focus to Belgium
It took blood and sweat to produce tears of joy as the short-handed US men’s national team moved to the World Cup’s round of 16 with a gritty 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday in Santa Clara, Calif.
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July 03, 2026
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Did Sharjah residents find parking spots near home?
Residents across Al Nahda, Al Majaz and Al Mahatta share mixed experiences, with some finding parking faster while others say it is too early to judge impact
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July 03, 2026
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Views sought on rules for non-human organ, tissue transplants
The amended law introduces penalties for violations involving the transfer or transplantation of non-human organs, their components or non-human tissues.
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July 03, 2026
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Bomb blast at Damascus cafe kills six, say authorities
A bomb went off at a cafe in central Damascus on Thursday, killing at least six people and wounding 16, Syrian authorities said.
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July 03, 2026
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Nine Thai monks killed after boy drives truck into procession
An 11-year-old boy drove his parents’ truck into a Buddhist procession in Thailand on Thursday, killing nine monks and seriously injuring around 10 others, police and local authorities said.
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July 03, 2026
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Shah Rukh Khan unveils new cricket stadium in Los Angeles
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan and his Knight Riders Group (KRG) officially unveiled a new world-class cricket stadium at the Fairplex in Pomona, Los Angeles, California.
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July 03, 2026
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Meet the ‘Supergirl’ who likes to keep her feet firmly on the ground
After House of the Dragon, a starring role in another big franchise, Supergirl, gave Milly Alcock pause. It’s ‘this new gift of learning to accept the fear’
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July 03, 2026
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Dubai stock market continues to see strong participation of foreign investors, says CEO
Dubai’s stock market, which crossed Dh1 trillion in market capitalisation up from Dh250 billion five years ago, continued to attract international investors despite regional issues, said Hamed Ali, CEO of Nasdaq Dubai and Dubai Financial Market (DFM).
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July 03, 2026
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India, Japan sign pacts on AI, metals and energy
India and Japan agreed on Thursday to boost cooperation in artificial intelligence, metals, energy and defence as well as prepare a joint roadmap for economic security, as the Asian nations sought to further strengthen their ties.
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July 03, 2026
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Belgium coach salutes Tielemans after World Cup rescue act
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia hailed captain Youri Tielemans after the midfielder’s last-gasp penalty completed an astonishing 3-2 comeback victory over Senegal in the World Cup last 32 on Wednesday.
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July 03, 2026
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Indian expats to now pay up to Dh415 more for passport services
Indian nationals applying for passport services in the UAE will now have to pay higher government fees, with revised charges coming into effect from July 1.
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July 03, 2026
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OpenAI proposes 5% stake to US govt
OpenAI has discussed giving the US government a 5 per cent stake, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, as AI firms face growing scrutiny in Washington over the potential misuse of advanced models and whether Americans will share in the sector’s profits.
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July 03, 2026
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Philippine Airlines flight to HK halted in Manila after loud bang prompts bomb check
A Philippine Airlines (PAL) flight bound for Hong Kong on Thursday was delayed after a loud banging sound was heard while the plane was taxiing at Manila International Airport (MNL).
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July 03, 2026
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Motorists warned of 5 reasons for tyre blowouts in summer
Ministry of Interior launches ‘accident-free summer’ traffic campaign to reduce road accidents during holiday season
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