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Magnetic toys can cause serious harm to children
A five-year-old boy in Sharjah recently underwent emergency surgery after doctors discovered 52 magnetic beads lodged inside his intestines.
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June 30, 2026
Khaleej Times
Marsch praises Canada’s history-making ‘heroes’
Coach Jesse Marsch hailed his “Canadian heroes” for making history by reaching the World Cup last 16 on Sunday, describing their upcoming clash with either the Netherlands or Morocco as a “free hit.”
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June 30, 2026
Khaleej Times
UAE's battery anxiety peaks at dinner time
Running out of phone battery is becoming part of the UAE’s dining culture, with new data showing that demand for portable charging peaks between 9pm and midnight, when restaurants generate their highest revenue, according to power bank-sharing platform Ray.
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June 30, 2026
Khaleej Times
Social media ban shifts liability to platforms
New law forces tech platforms to implement strict age verification or risk regulatory action and shutdown
3 min |
June 30, 2026
Khaleej Times
Six killed in German ‘family tragedy’ shooting
A gunman killed six people Monday in a German youth welfare centre for mothers and their children in what police said was a likely “family tragedy”, before the male suspect and a female companion were arrested.
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June 30, 2026
Khaleej Times
Wolff praises ‘cold-blooded’ Russell at Austrian Grand Prix
Mercedes team chief Toto Wolff praised George Russell and the Mercedes engineers on Sunday after seeing the British driver grab a well-constructed victory from pole position in the Austrian Grand Prix.
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June 30, 2026
Khaleej Times
Sharjah Police to lower fees, fines by 50% to boost businesses
Sharjah Police on Monday announced a package of incentives and fee reductions to support businesses and strengthen the emirate’s economic environment, in line with a decision by the Sharjah Executive Council.
1 min |
June 30, 2026
Khaleej Times
Stokes ‘content’ after extraordinary England exit
England captain Ben Stokes insisted he felt “content” after announcing his shock retirement from international cricket on Sunday in the middle of a Test match.
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June 30, 2026
Khaleej Times
Sharjah still has a 'first mover advantage' for buyers
Every parent carries a quiet, constant question: Am I doing enough to secure my children’s future?
3 min |
June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Ticket prices skyrocket for Portugal-Croatia game
Ticket prices at resale platforms skyrocketed for the World Cup between Portugal and Croatia in Toronto next week, with the average price for the cheapest ticket crossing $3,000 late on Saturday, data from price-tracking website Ticketdata showed.
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June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Pankaj Tripathi, Divyenndu return in Mirzapur: The Movie
The much-awaited first-look teaser of Mirzapur: The Movie was officially unveiled on Thursday, offering audiences their first glimpse of the popular franchise’s transition from OTT screens to cinemas.
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June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Majra’s Sustainable Impact Challenge focuses on social enterprises
Last year, some small social enterprises entered Majra’s inaugural Sustainable Impact Challenge with big dreams and limited resources. By the time they left, everything had changed. Some firms that were struggling to raise capital walked away with new funding offers and opportunities to expand their market potential.
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June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Streaming platform turns phone addiction into Gameplay
A new game featuring the voices of Zoé Kravitz and Sadie Sink turns a user’s phone into a controller in an attempt to combine the first and second screen experience
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June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Dubai set for big warehouse boost as logistics boom
Dubai is set to add more than 5.4 million square feet of Grade A warehouse space over the next two years, marking one of the largest expansions of modern logistics infrastructure in the emirate’s history as demand from e-commerce, manufacturing, trade and regional distribution companies continues to accelerate.
3 min |
June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Can parents be criminally liable for minor children?
When minors cause harm, parents assume that because their child is young they cannot be held accountable. However, legal experts say the reality is more complex.
3 min |
June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Onus on star players as Germany prepare for Paraguay match
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
Khaleej Times
Will Dubai’s private sector follow 4-day workweek for summer?
Dubai’s decision to reintroduce flexible summer working hours for government employees has reignited debate over whether private sector companies in the UAE could eventually adopt similar arrangements.
2 min |
June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Indians can update Email ID in Aadhaar app for free from July 1
The new app ensures privacy of information, with biometric locks and face authentication enhancing the level of security
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June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Philippine president urges stronger school safety after deadly incidents
Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has called for stronger measures to protect young people from violence and neglect following a series of tragic incidents involving students across the country.
1 min |
June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Tariffs increase costs, bad for consumers, says US state governor
Tariffs discourage investments and push up costs for consumers, said Utah Governor Spencer Cox, in an interview with Khaleej Times.
2 min |
June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Dubai-based investor eyes $250m windfall as NSE nears record IPO
A Dubai-based Indian investor, who quietly accumulated shares in the National Stock Exchange (NSE) nearly a decade ago, is set to emerge as one of the biggest individual beneficiaries of what could become India’s largest-ever initial public offering, underscoring the rewards of patient investing in strategic national assets.
3 min |
June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Pakistan’s Geo News apologies after ban over documentary
A major Pakistani news channel apologised on Sunday after it was handed a 15-day suspension by a regulator for airing a documentary that included “religious visualisation”.
1 min |
June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
86% of UAE women confident in economy
Women in the UAE are taking an increasingly active role in managing their finances and building long-term wealth, with financial independence emerging as their primary investment goal, according to new research by trading and investing platform eToro.
2 min |
June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Man held over rat poison distribution at Muharram procession in Mumbai
A Pune businessman was arrested by Mumbai police for allegedly distributing capsules mixed with rat poison (zinc phosphide) during a Muharram procession in the city.
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June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Abu Dhabi Chamber to boost SME access for big contracts
The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has launched Procurement Connect, a new initiative designed to help businesses prepare for future procurement and supply opportunities with leading organisations across the emirate, enabling companies to strengthen their competitiveness and position themselves for long-term growth.
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June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Zverev and Andreeva ride Paris highs into Wimbledon
Newly-crowned first-time Grand Slam champions Alexander Zverev and Mirra Andreeva hope the euphoria of their Roland Garros breakthroughs can fuel Wimbledon title bids.
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June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Over 1,300 excess deaths in Europe heatwave: WHO
The World Health Organisation said on Sunday that over 1,300 excess deaths had been recorded in Europe since June 21 in connection with the record-breaking heatwave roasting much of the continent.
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June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Messi responds to Kerala fan's birthday post on Instagram
It’s not easy for a man to admit to crying, let alone shedding tears in public. But Yadil M Iqbal is a man who wears his heart on his sleeve.
3 min |
June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
Dh10 bus shuttle: Etihad Rail sets up onward travel
Etihad Rail is moving to make sure the journey doesn’t end at the platform. A Dh10 shuttle bus service will connect Mohamed bin Zayed City station to key points across the capital, including Adnoc’s headquarters on Corniche Road West, the Adnec Centre and Reem Mall, bookable through the Etihad Rail app and website.
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June 29, 2026
Khaleej Times
US allows limited access to Anthropic's Mythos AI model
Anthropic said on Friday it had received authorisation from the US government to allow a small group of American cybersecurity firms to access its powerful AI model Mythos 5.
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