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Russia and Ukraine summits show Trump can push for peace
By hosting an unprecedented short-notice summit with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and key European leaders on Monday, President Donald Trump significantly raised the prospects for ending Russia's three-and-a-half-yearlong war against Ukraine.
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August 23, 2025
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Coach Alonso and Real look for more fluidity on trip to Oviedo
After winning without convincing against Osasuna in their opening match of the season in La Liga, Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid head to Real Oviedo on Sunday for what will be a gala occasion for the newly-promoted side.
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August 23, 2025
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Imran's another nephew arrested in May 9 riots case
Lahore Police on Friday confirmed that another son of Aleema Khan, sister of former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, was taken into custody from his Lahore residence, a day after his brother was arrested in connection with the May 9 riots.
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August 23, 2025
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Henley sets early pace at PGA Tour Championship with Scheffler in pursuit
Russell Henley rode a hot putter to a nine-under par 61 and a two-shot lead over top-ranked Scottie Scheffler on Thursday at the USPGA Tour Championship, where a star-studded field is chasing a $10 million top prize.
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August 23, 2025
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Breetzke and Ngidi help S.Africa crush Australia in second ODI to clinch three-match series
Matthew Breetzke slammed a superb 88 and speedster Lungi Ngidi claimed five wickets as South Africa crushed Australia by 84 runs to win the second one-day international (ODI) and the series in Mackay on Friday.
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August 23, 2025
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Ghoddos strike earns Kalba first win of season
Saman Ghoddos struck a dramatic 89th-minute penalty to hand Kalba their first victory of the Adnoc Pro League new season, edging Bani Yas 1-O in a tense clash on matchweek two.
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August 23, 2025
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Discipline holds key, say educators and parents as schools reopen
As the new academic year begins, students and parents experience a mix of excitement and anxiety. Early preparation—psychological, physical, and organizational—is key to a seamless transition from vacation to school. Educators and experts emphasize that discipline and commitment are essential, highlighting the importance of adhering to school rules, punctuality, and maintaining a positive attitude from day one.
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August 23, 2025
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DEWA’s digital tools help Dubai households save power, water
This summer, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is leveraging behavioural science to reshape customer habits and boost household efficiency by integrating real-time data and social comparisons into its innovative digital services.
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August 23, 2025
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Powell, citing jobs risk, opens door to cuts but doesn't commit
US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Friday pointed to a possible rate cut at the central bank's September meeting but stopped short of committing to cutting interest rates in remarks that walked a narrow line acknowledging growing risks to the job market while also saying risks of higher inflation remain.
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August 23, 2025
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6km of roads completed in Sharjah before start of school year
Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has completed a 6-km package of roads leading to several schools and educational complexes as part of its efforts to provide a safe and smooth traffic environment for students and parents and ensure that the infrastructure supporting the education sector is ready with the start of the school year.
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August 23, 2025
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UAE speeds up firefighting in Albania
The UAE Rescue Team is continuing its advanced operations to extinguish the widespread wildfires in several areas of the Republic of Albania with high field efficiency. To date, the team has conducted 21 specialised sorties using two Black Hawk helicopters.
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August 23, 2025
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Kelly, Carter to lead youthful NZ on South Africa tour
Nick Kelly and Joe Carter have been named captains of a youthful New Zealand A side for their upcoming tour of South Africa this month, where the team will feature in three one-day games followed by two four-day encounters.
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August 23, 2025
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200 people rescued after glacier burst in Gilgit-Baltistan
At least 200 people were rescued after a glacier burst in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) blocked the Ghizer River, threatening the downstream areas, Rescue 1122 said on Friday.
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August 23, 2025
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MoEI to support government's goals to eliminate bureaucracy
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEl) organised a knowledge forum for government entities focusing on the enhanced mechanism for evaluating federal buildings, as part of its commitment to supporting the UAE Government's goals to eliminate bureaucracy.
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August 23, 2025
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Forest coach Nuno adds fuel to exit rumours
Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo said his relationship with the club's outspoken owner Evangelos Marinakis has deteriorated amid speculation the Portuguese coach could soon be sacked.
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August 23, 2025
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Al Huzaifa forays into UAE real estate market
Al Huzaifa, the renowned UAE homegrown luxury furniture and interior design brand, announced the launch of Al Huzaifa Properties — marking its strategic evolution into real estate development.
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August 23, 2025
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Dubai court upholds jailing of suspect
The Dubai Court of Appeal issued a ruling cancelling the deportation of an Asian national while upholding the first-instance court's verdict of one month's imprisonment and a fine of Dhs700.
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August 23, 2025
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Bollywood diva Vaani talks about the importance of rooted stories
Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor, who is receiving positive response to her work in the recently released streaming series “Mandala Murders,” has said that the more content is local, the more global it will become. The actress stressed upon how important it is for the stories to be rooted to make a global impact.
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August 22, 2025
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Pakistanis send $10.7b via Roshan Digital Accounts
Remittances from overseas Pakistanis through Roshan Digital Accounts (RDA) have reached $10.7 billion over the past five years, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
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August 22, 2025
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European stocks fall, dollar steady, traders wait for Jackson Hole
European stock markets fell slightly on Thursday, hovering just below recent highs, as traders avoided making big moves and waited for the Federal Reserve's three-day annual Jackson Hole symposium.
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August 22, 2025
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Dembele can hit new heights this year: PSG coach Enrique
Paris St Germain (PSG) manager Luis Enrique is convinced forward Ousmane Dembele can improve on his 2024-25 season, when he spearheaded PSG's treble win and emerged as one of the leading Ballon d'Or contenders.
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August 22, 2025
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Dubai strengthens its position as global capital of digital economy
Expand North Star, the world’s largest event for startups and investors, will mark its 10th edition from 12-15 October at Dubai Harbour.
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August 22, 2025
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Boeing in talks to sell up to 500 planes to China
US aviation giant Boeing is in talks to sell up to 500 aircraft to Chinese companies, Bloomberg News reported Thursday, citing sources familiar with the matter.
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August 22, 2025
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Taqa secures Dhs8.5b term loan
ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (Taqa) announced it has secured an Dhs8.5 billion corporate term loan facility.
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August 22, 2025
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New collaboration set to empower top educators
The Mohamed Bin Zayed Award for Best Teacher, one of the “Erth Zayed Philanthropies” awards, in coordination with the Emirates College for Advanced Education (ECAE), has launched a pioneering development programme titled “Executive Educational Excellence Pioneers.”
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August 22, 2025
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Lebanon frees Israeli citizen held in detention
An Israeli citizen detained in Lebanon has been returned to Israel after more than a year in detention, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said on Thursday.
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August 22, 2025
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Suarez fills Messi void as Miami pip Tigres in Leagues Cup quarters clash
Luis Suarez scored a penalty in each half to give Inter Miami a 2-1 win over Tigres UANL on Wednesday, stepping up to fill the void after Lionel Messi was ruled out of the Leagues Cup quarterfinal clash.
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August 22, 2025
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Putin and Zelensky set up conditions for truce, talks
Vladimir Putin is demanding that Ukraine give up all of the eastern Donbas region, renounce ambitions to join Nato, remain neutral and keep Western troops out of the country, three sources familiar with top-level Kremlin thinking told reporters.
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August 22, 2025
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Sabalenka seeks US Open redemption after frustrating season; Errani, Vavassori triumph
Aryna Sabalenka returns to the US Open as the reigning champion and bookmakers’ favourite, but her 2025 season has been anything but smooth sailing.
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August 22, 2025
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UAE unveils unified system for practical training of students
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has issued Ministerial Resolution No. (173) of 2025, setting a unified regulatory framework for governing practical training programmes in higher education institutions (HEIs).
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