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Former refugees look to ignite Australia’s campaign
Born in refugee camps to parents displaced by conflict in Africa, three players will show the changing face of Australian soccer at the World Cup and look to answer the nation’s call for goals.
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June 13, 2026
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EPAA honours winners of Sharjah Sustainability Award
The Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in Sharjah honoured the winners and participants of the 14th edition of the Sharjah Sustainability Award 2025-2026 during a closing ceremony attended by representatives of government, academic, and educational institutions, members of the judging panels, and strategic partners.
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June 13, 2026
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Empty seats at match renew concerns over ticket prices
FIFA reported an attendance of 44,985 for Thursday's World Cup match between South Korea and the Czech Republic in Guadalajara, but swathes of empty seats around the stadium renewed concerns over ticket pricing and demand for the expanded tournament.
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June 13, 2026
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Dembele says criticism of captain Mbappe has gone too far
France forward Ousmane Dembele has defended captain Kylian Mbappe, saying criticism of the Real Madrid striker has become excessive as the national team prepare for the World Cup.
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June 13, 2026
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Woman fined, vehicle seized after dangerous stunt
Dubai Police warned against reckless traffic behaviours on public roads, emphasising that deliberate stunts or irresponsible actions behind the wheel show a blatant disregard for the lives of other road users.
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June 13, 2026
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Quinones, Jimenez fire Mexico to win over S.Africa in opener
Mexico got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts swept away South Africa 2-0 on Thursday in a tempestuous clash with three red cards as the pyrotechnic smoke of the opening ceremony gave way to a cloud of red mist at a rocking Azteca stadium.
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June 13, 2026
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Some Darb toll gates to be free on Monday
Q-Mobility announced that Abu Dhabi's Darb toll gates including Sas Al Nakhl, Al Maata, Rabdan and Al Saadiyat gates, would be free of charge on Monday, June 15, and toll collection would resume on Tuesday, June 16, according to the approved schedules.
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June 13, 2026
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Brazil’s Alisson sees no advantage for teams tipped as favourites
Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker said on Thursday that his country were not among the favourites to win the World Cup but added that there was no advantage in being tipped to lift the trophy and he remained confident of his side's chances.
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June 13, 2026
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Japan’s Endo out of WC, international career over
Japan captain Wataru Endo was ruled out of the World Cup with injury and announced his international retirement on Thursday, three days before his team’s opener against the Netherlands.
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June 13, 2026
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Shayma Alawadhi promoted to MoHRE Undersecretary
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a federal decree promoting Shayma Yousef Mohamed Alawadhi to the position of the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation for Labour Market Regulation and Development, with the rank of Ministry Undersecretary.
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June 13, 2026
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From brink to sync: Maryam Sharaf Alhashmi conjures harmony from chaos
Emirati visual artist Maryam Sharaf Alhashmi is presenting her second solo exhibition, Mind Chaos, in collaboration with Lavish Cafe & Art Gallery, Wasl 51 (on till 15).
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June 13, 2026
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Clear, humid weather likely today, says NCM
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) expects Saturday's weather to be generally clear with clouds appearing in the east, and humid at night and on Sunday morning in some coastal and inland areas with a chance of fog or light fog, and light to moderate southwesterly to northwesterly winds, with speeds ranging between 10 to 20 km/h, amounting to 30 km/h.
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June 13, 2026
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India summons US envoy after Gulf ship attacks
India summoned a senior US diplomat on Friday for a second time in two days, after American strikes on three largely Indian-crewed merchant vessels off Oman killed three Indians.
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June 13, 2026
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‘Handog-Pugay ng Konsulado’ honours envoy, UAE entities
The Philippine Consulate General in Dubai has muted the June 12, 1898 128th anniversary of the Philippine Independence from Spain.
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June 13, 2026
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Top GOP appropriators dominate earmarks in House bills
When it comes to congressional earmarks, the big dogs usually eat first.
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June 13, 2026
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Court rejects case claiming return of Dhs1.02m
The Commercial Court in Dubai rejected a lawsuit filed by a woman who was a partner in a company working in the cafes sector, in which she demanded the annulment of a share purchase agreement and obliging two partners to return Dhs1.02 million she had paid for purchasing 20% of the company’s shares and contributing to its operating expenses, in addition to compensation of Dhs500,000.
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June 13, 2026
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Italian fans back Spain, Brazil in Azzurri's World Cup absence
Deprived of the chance to watch their country at a World Cup for the third successive time, Italy's football fans are eyeing Spain and Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil as teams to support in this year's tournament which starts on Thursday.
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June 12, 2026
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Make-A-Wish fulfils six-year-old boy’s dream
Make-A-Wish Foundation fulfilled the dream of six-year-old Omar, who was not looking for just a toy, but for a window to a wider world.
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June 12, 2026
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German players to pay for 600 fans' trip amid soaring costs
German players have stepped up to ease fans’ pain from soaring transport costs at the World Cup, offering to pay for 600 of them to travel by bus to their last Group E game against Ecuador in New Jersey on June 25, media reports said.
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June 12, 2026
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SPC co-hosts Global Publishing Exchange 2026
Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone), in partnership with Mint, India’s leading business and financial newspaper, hosted the Global Publishing Exchange 2026 in New Delhi, positioning Sharjah as a gateway for Indian publishers seeking international expansion.
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June 12, 2026
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TBHF, Arada join hands to widen ‘Home for a Home’ initiative
The Arada Foundation has teamed up with The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF) to announce a major expansion of its ‘Home for a Home’ initiative, making the pioneering programme a year-round, worldwide commitment.
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June 12, 2026
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Sheikh Saud praises Nahyan’s support for national initiatives
RAK Ruler notes that the ‘Ahd wa Waad’ initiative reflects the national spirit and renews the commitment to contributing to the country’s ongoing journey of achievement and prosperity
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June 12, 2026
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UAE launches ‘Step of Hope’ programme for Gazans
Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, in cooperation with the International Charity Organisation (ICO), on Thursday launched the “Step of Hope” prosthetics programme.
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June 12, 2026
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Canada's WC dreams face first test as injury-hit hosts meet Bosnia
Canada will carry immense pressure into their World Cup opener when, in perhaps the most seminal moment in the country’s soccer history, they face Bosnia and Herzegovina on Friday in front of a partisan home crowd with both teams seeking a first-ever knockout stage berth.
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June 12, 2026
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Experts discuss AI’s impact on businesses
Billionaire Shark Tank investor Kevin O'Leary joined Dubai-based entrepreneur and Founder of Tetr College of Business, Pratham Mittal for an insightful conversation on entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence, startup success, leadership and the future of global business.
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June 12, 2026
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Transforming a Hollywood penthouse into sanctuary with second-hand gems
Caitlin Villarreal felt giddy the first time she stepped inside the Whitley Heights rental, a storied 1926 Mediterranean-style penthouse with towering ceilings, hand-carved wooden beams and a pair of arched bookcases alongside an oversize fireplace.
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June 12, 2026
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Global trade will remain resilient over next two years: DMCC report
DMCC on Thursday launched its Future of Trade 2026 report, which found that global trade will remain resilient over the next two years but will be fundamentally reshaped by artificial intelligence, structural tariff volatility, supply chains designed for resilience, and a contest for industrial advantage in critical minerals and infrastructure powering global lean energy and technologies.
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June 12, 2026
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India seeks end to US attacks on ships after sailors killed
India’s shipping minister confirms deaths; US Centcom says ship repeatedly failed to comply; India summons US official to lodge protest
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June 12, 2026
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Protesters urge FIFA to axe Iran from WC, citing regime problem
Instead of pride, many Iranian-Americans feel shame about the Iran team's participation in the World Cup and are demanding that FIFA boots the country out of the competition, protesters said on Wednesday.
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June 12, 2026
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Sultan Bin Ahmed tours Cabinet Affairs Ministry office in Dubai
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, visited the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs on Thursday morning.
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