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WhatsApp Username: All you need to know
WhatsApp is introducing usernames and taking a major step to improve user privacy by allowing people to connect without sharing phone numbers.
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July 01, 2026
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Kerala probes elephant deaths after human-wildlife conflict escalates
The conflict between humans and wild elephants in the southern Indian state of Kerala continues to grow, as villagers — worried about the increasing number of deaths of people caused by the animals — are resorting to extreme measures, including using fruits stuffed with explosives in retaliation.
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July 01, 2026
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The Ancelotti impact: How Brazil survived like Real Madrid
Carlo Ancelotti has spent weeks warning that grit and resilience would decide a long, complicated World Cup.
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July 01, 2026
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2,600 new millionaires created every day in ’25 globally, says UBS
Nearly one million people became US dollar millionaires in 2025, equivalent to more than 2,600 new millionaires every day, as global household wealth expanded at its fastest pace in years, driven by resilient equity markets, artificial intelligence and stronger household balance sheets, according to the UBS Global Wealth Report 2026.
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July 01, 2026
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Paraguay’s players are now legends after win over Germany: Alfaro
Paraguay’s players have turned themselves into football legends by defeating Germany in the World Cup on Monday, coach Gustavo Alfaro said.
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July 01, 2026
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Emirates to deploy new Boeing 777 version in cargo ops
Emirates is expanding its cargo fleet by becoming the first airline cargo carrier to deploy the Boeing 777-300ERSF passenger to freighter converted aircraft.
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July 01, 2026
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Dubai Residential Reit buys 220 homes in Jebel Ali Village
Dubai Residential REIT has acquired 220 townhouses in Jebel Ali Village for Dh894 million, marking its second major acquisition this year as the GCC’s largest listed real estate investment trust continues to expand its portfolio of premium residential assets across Dubai.
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July 01, 2026
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Teen dies on the way to exams in RAK; father mourns son who was ‘widely loved’
A high school student was killed while travelling to write his final examinations in Ras Al Khaimah after his vehicle collided with a trailer truck that had entered the main road suddenly, according to his father.
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July 01, 2026
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From Kerala home studio to Spotify global chart
Meet MVR, the Malayali group that is taking over from Dubai to the world with their viral hit ‘Kalyani’
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July 01, 2026
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Dubai Police share 6 ways to spot fake travel offers
When booking your summer getaway, if you come across a deal that’s too good to be true, it may just be.
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July 01, 2026
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Tuchel faces defensive problem as England prepare for Congo clash
Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham produced the magic to carry England through to the World Cup knockout stages, but questions remain over the balance of Thomas Tuchel’s squad.
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July 01, 2026
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Gold posts steepest monthly fall since '08
Gold rates in the UAE traded lower on Tuesday, with global spot gold seeing the biggest monthly drop since late 2008.
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July 01, 2026
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Morocco have earned world's respect after beating Dutch
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his side had earned respect after knocking the Netherlands out of the World Cup in a penalty shootout on Monday, adding that his players were fuelled by the desire to make the millions watching back home proud.
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July 01, 2026
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How two Emirati women broke into the cockpit
As Bakhita Al Mheiri found herself surrounded by a roomful of men in her first year of training as a cadet pilot, she slipped into the bathroom. Anxious, she called her mother, who replied with a phrase that completely changed her whole mindset: “So what?”
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July 01, 2026
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Aboard UAE’s first passenger train: What an Etihad Rail trip feels like
From traditional Emirati Razfa to watching the sunrise over the Hajar mountains with Arabic coffee in hand, here’s how I enjoyed my first-ever train journey
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July 01, 2026
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Dubai to host Middle East’s first screenings of restored classic Sholay
There’s no talking about Bollywood without talking about Amitabh Bachchan. Such has been the veteran actor's influence on Hindi cinema that, more than five decades into his career, he remains the benchmark against which stardom is measured.
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July 01, 2026
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Nagelsmann wants to stay on as Germany coach despite shock defeat
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann wants to remain in charge of the four-time world champions despite their shock World Cup exit on penalties to outsiders Paraguay in the round of 32 on Monday.
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July 01, 2026
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UAE-Ukraine Cepa enters into force
The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and Ukraine will officially enter into force on July 1, signifying a significant advancement in the two nations’ economic ties.
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July 01, 2026
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India back on track to start long-delayed first high-speed bullet train line next year
India is finally on track to open a section of its long-delayed first high-speed bullet train line in 2027, railway ministry officials say, almost a decade after work began.
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July 01, 2026
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MoIAT and NYU Abu Dhabi sign agreement
The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) and New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as one of the key partners of the ScaleUp Hub, an integrated platform that brings together start-ups and key ecosystem players to access knowledge, resources, and collaboration opportunities.
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July 01, 2026
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HIV test proof not needed for Filipinos visiting Oman visa-free
Filipinos who will avail of the 14-day visa-free entry to Oman will no longer be required to submit a negative HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) medical certificate, the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has confirmed.
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July 01, 2026
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Kangana Ranaut wraps up shooting for Queen 2
With filming now complete, the project enters the post-production stage ahead of its theatrical release
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July 01, 2026
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Swiatek struggles to emotional first-round victory
Defending champion Iga Swiatek overcame a serious second-set wobble to reach the second round at Wimbledon on Tuesday, beating powerful American Taylor Townsend 6-1 2-6 6-3.
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July 01, 2026
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Walk your way to shopping mall rewards
Dubai’s popular shopping destination is putting a fresh spin on summer fitness with its new 12K Walk to Unlock campaign, encouraging visitors to turn their daily step count into a rewarding wellness challenge.
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July 01, 2026
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RTA begins road works at 28 locations
For thousands of motorists who spend hours on Dubai’s roads every day, the next few months could bring some relief.
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July 01, 2026
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Several injured in massive fire at Haldia plant: Media
A massive fire broke out in a naphtha-carrying pipeline at Haldia Petrochemicals’ plant in India early on Tuesday, local media reported.
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July 01, 2026
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Motorists relieved after major fuel price drop
While none of the motorists expect the latest reduction to dramatically change their monthly budgets, all agreed it would make daily driving a little less stressful.
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July 01, 2026
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War-risk insurance premiums for Gulf shipping set to stabilise
War-risk insurance premiums for cargo shipments and travel are expected to gradually stabilise in the coming weeks as the US-Iran ceasefire eases concerns over regional security.
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June 30, 2026
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US Supreme Court rejects Trump's unprecedented bid to fire Fed's Cook
The US Supreme Court refused on Monday to let Donald Trump fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook as it stood firm to preserve the central bank’s cherished independence against an unprecedented challenge by the Republican president.
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June 30, 2026
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France's fantastic front four ready, but questions remain behind them
France’s glittering attack carried them smoothly through the World Cup group stage, but coach Didier Deschamps still has issues to solve on the left side of his team before Tuesday’s Round of 32 meeting with Sweden.
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