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IHC ramps up investment activity ahead of H1 results
Abu Dhabi-based International Holding Company has expanded its global investment portfolio through a series of acquisitions, strategic investments and technology-focused deals as it prepares to announce its first-half 2026 financial results next month.
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July 02, 2026
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Three dead in massive World Cup celebrations
Three people died from suffocation as thousands of fans crowded Mexico City streets during World Cup celebrations, the capital’s health secretariat said in the early hours of Wednesday.
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July 02, 2026
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Three main talking points in Philippines: Huge support for INC rally; Sen Marcoleta’s plunder case; Duterte impeachment trial
The rally led by religious group Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) resumed for its second day on Wednesday, July 1, albeit with coordination with authorities, partially easing traffic woes around Metro Manila.
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July 02, 2026
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Top risks revealed at summer camps
As summer camps across the UAE prepare to begin within the next two weeks, doctors are urging parents to pay closer attention to heat-related illness, infections and early warning signs of dehydration.
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July 02, 2026
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Gulf’s sovereign funds commit record Dh198B
Gulf sovereign wealth funds shrugged off the volatility triggered by the war in Iran to post their most active first half on record, committing $53.9 billion (Dh198 billion) across 108 deals between January and June 2026, according to new data from Global SWF.
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July 02, 2026
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Will your iPhone 17 or 16 cost more as 18 Pro prices are raised in UAE?
Reports that the upcoming iPhone 18 could cost more in the UAE appear to be changing the local smartphone market even before the phone is officially launched.
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July 02, 2026
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19 years on: How Salik toll gates changed Dubai roads forever
Nineteen years ago, driving on Dubai roads changed forever with the introduction of Salik toll gates.
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July 02, 2026
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THE ANXIETY OF MAKING The Odyssey
Filming entirely in IMAX meant new engineering and ingenuity. It was only halfway through the six-country shoot that he felt he could pull it off
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July 02, 2026
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UAE developers weather Hormuz disruption, says Moody’s
UAE real estate developers are managing the fallout from ongoing disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz better than many market observers expected, with construction timelines for the most part holding steady, according to a new report by Moody’s Ratings.
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July 02, 2026
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US and Iran enter technical talks to secure peace deal, shipping restart
The US and Iran held technical talks in Doha on Wednesday as they seek to agree on the flow of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and secure a lasting ceasefire, a source with direct knowledge of the talks and an Iranian official said.
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July 02, 2026
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Parents urged to stop chasing productivity
Culture of sleep scores, step counts and productivity hacks are increasingly shaping daily routines in the UAE, with many adults, particularly parents, now questioning whether the push to optimise every moment is doing more harm than good to their own well-being.
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July 02, 2026
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2-year realty visa: Dubai sees demand up after rule change
Dubai’s affordable housing segment is seeing a gradual uptick in enquiries after the emirate scrapped the minimum investment requirement for its two-year property visa, according to real estate industry leaders.
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July 02, 2026
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Here’s your guide to university admissions after IB results
For thousands of students across the UAE, Monday, July 6, could be the day that shapes the next chapter of their academic journey.
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July 02, 2026
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Abu Dhabi property sales surge 174% in H1
Abu Dhabi’s residential real estate market is on track for its strongest year yet, after sales transactions surged in both value and volume during the first half of 2026, according to new market analysis.
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July 02, 2026
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Haaland hailed as ‘greatest’ after latest heroics
Erling Haaland was described as ‘devastating’ and ‘the greatest goalscorer in the world’ after pouncing for a dramatic late winner on Tuesday for Norway at the World Cup.
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July 02, 2026
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Emirates urges passengers to arrive early for summer travel
Emirates has urged passengers travelling during the summer holiday season to arrive early at Dubai International Airport (DXB), warning of heavy passenger traffic beginning this weekend as the annual travel peak gets under way.
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July 02, 2026
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Social media ban for children under 15
What the law does say is that a child under 15 cannot own or operate a personal social media account.
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July 02, 2026
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Gakpo scores amid personal tragedy, leaves stadium in tears
The outpouring of emotion from Cody Gakpo after he scored for the Netherlands against Morocco at the World Cup on Monday showed that while the tournament captivates billions around the world, the game does not transcend personal tragedy.
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July 01, 2026
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Petrol prices drop nearly 14% for July after four months of hikes
Petrol prices in the UAE fell in July 2026 after four consecutive months of rises, dropping nearly 14 per cent, or Dh0.55 per litre, due to a decline in global oil prices following the US-Iran ceasefire and expectations of more Gulf oil entering global energy markets.
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July 01, 2026
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Dubai hotel occupancy to recover in three to six months, say experts
Although the region has experienced hiccups after the interim ceasefire signed in mid-June, Dubai’s hospitality sector is expected to recover in the next few months as flights return to almost normal capacity, tourism executives said.
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July 01, 2026
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Like a carnival and a funeral, the World Cup shows its human face
Across World Cup nights, images of euphoric fans and devastated supporters unfold side by side as victory and defeat collide, revealing football’s rawest human emotions
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July 01, 2026
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H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan lauds UAE-India relations as the strongest and most dynamic in the world at the 77th CA Day celebrations by ICAI Dubai Chapter
India is attracting investment from Non-Resident Indians through the Foreign Currency Non-Resident (FCNR) route as NRI deposits reach approximately US$166 billion, including US$33.7 billion through FCNR accounts
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July 01, 2026
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The 91-year-old journalist who has covered every World Cup since 1958
Ever since Lionel Scaloni helped Argentina end their 36-year wait for the World Cup trophy, the head coach has often been embarrassed by the love he receives from his countrymen.
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July 01, 2026
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Roof collapse kills 14 children in Pakistan
The roof of a tutoring centre collapsed, killing at least 14 children and injuring five in the eastern Pakistani city of Lahore on Tuesday, an ambulance service and police said.
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July 01, 2026
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Budget & full-service airlines often cost nearly the same
As the UAE summer travel rush intensifies, the traditional price advantage enjoyed by budget airlines is rapidly shrinking.
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July 01, 2026
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Uncertainty over Qatar diplomacy clouds prospects for US-Iran deal
US envoys Kushner and Witkoff arrive in Doha; Qatari official says no high-level US-Iran meetings scheduled
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July 01, 2026
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Woman wins Dh1m scam case with WhatsApp messages
A recent legal case has emerged in the UAE where a young Emirati woman from a respected family found herself scammed out of nearly Dh1 million by promises of a business investment and marriage.
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July 01, 2026
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PAL to resume Dubai-Manila flights on Oct 2
The Philippines’ flag carrier, Philippine Airlines (PAL), will resume operating nonstop flights between Dubai and Manila beginning October 2, the airline announced on Monday.
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July 01, 2026
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Indian passport myths vs facts: What every traveller needs to know
For millions of Indians, the passport is more than just a travel document — it is tucked away safely in lockers, pulled out for visa applications, job changes and overseas holidays, and often regarded as one of the most important documents a person owns.
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July 01, 2026
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7 in 10 UAE expats underinsured on life cover, says report
Around 70 per cent - seven in 10 - expatriates in the UAE have insufficient life insurance cover, exposing a major financial protection gap among, according to a financial reviews conducted by deVere Acuma over the past 12 months.
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