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Messi, Miami honoured by Trump at the White House
Argentina’ssuperstar Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates were feted by President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday in honour of their 2025 MLS Cup championship.
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March 07, 2026
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'The Capture,' the most thrilling show deserves more love
When The Capture hits screens in 2019, it was branded \"preposterous\", \"implausible\" and \"utter bobbins\".
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March 07, 2026
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Global farmers see fertiliser price surge as Iran war blocks exports
The world’s farmers face soaring fertiliser and fuel prices as the war in the Middle East escalates, leaving some scrambling for supplies as the spring planting season approaches.
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March 07, 2026
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Westminster’s MPs have stumbled upon a new rock bottom
Another day, another dismay for anyone who would like the people who run the country to try and give us at least the vaguest impression they know what they're doing.
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March 07, 2026
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'BoJ likely to put off rate hike until June or July'
The Bank of Japan is likely to hold off on raising interest rates until June or July, as the conflict in the Middle East shows few signs of easing and is seen keeping markets on edge, its former top economist Seisaku Kameda said on Friday.
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March 07, 2026
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UAE boosts its status as hub for EV launches
The UAE continues to reinforce its position as a leading destination for the expansion of global companies across various sectors, particularly in the automotive and sustainable mobility industries.
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March 07, 2026
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Pakistan, Afghan border forces clash as war displaces 100,000
Pakistani and Afghan troops exchanged fire at dozens of points along their border on Friday as the UN said their week-old conflict has forced the displacement of more than 100,000 people.
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March 07, 2026
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Scattered rain likely from Sunday to Tuesday: NCM
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) predicted that Saturday's weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy at times, especially over the western and coastal areas, with a slight and gradual rise in temperatures.
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March 07, 2026
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Awqaf Abu Dhabi signs Dhs100m pact with LuLu
ABU DHABI: The Endowments and Minors’ Funds Authority - Awqaf Abu Dhabi has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with LuLu Group International to develop a portfolio of commercial projects valued at Dhs100 million on Awqaf Abu Dhabi endowment land, with returns supporting long-term care and improved quality of life for orphans in the UAE.
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March 07, 2026
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Qualifier Parry ends Venus' desert dream, Dimitrov sails
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams was sent crashing out at Indian Wells on Thursday, falling in three sets to French qualifier Diane Parry.
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March 07, 2026
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UK’s PageGroup cuts payout as profit tumbles on hiring slowdown
British recruiter PageGroup slashed its final dividend after its annual profit tumbled and the company warned the outlook remained uncertain for the jobs market, sending its shares down 18% to a near-decade low.
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March 07, 2026
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Trump fires homeland secretary Kristi Noem
US President Donald Trump fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Thursday after months of controversy, including the fatal shootings of two US citizens by federal officers in Minneapolis and lawmakers’ questions over a $220 million advertising contract.
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March 07, 2026
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Ban on truck movement lifted: SRTA
Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA), in cooperation with Sharjah Police General Headquarters, announces the lifting of the truck movement ban on Emirates Road, Al Dhaid Road, and Al Madam Road, effective today (Friday) until further notice.
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March 07, 2026
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'Super special' Allen can light up big occasion for New Zealand
Opener Finn Allen has long been regarded as the hardest hitter of a cricket ball in New Zealand and his performance in taking his side to the T20 World Cup final showed just why.
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March 07, 2026
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Stocks slide as Gulf oil supply fears rattle markets
Global stocks tumbled on Friday as the US-Iran war drove fresh concerns about oil supplies, prompting traders to wind in their bets on interest rate cuts and fret about the impact on the global economy.
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March 07, 2026
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Emirates, Etihad firm on resuming 100% of flights
Emirates has anticipated a return to 100% of its network within the coming days, subject to airspace availability and the fulfilment of all operational requirements.
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March 07, 2026
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India's February palm oil imports jump 10%
India’s palm oil imports rose 10.18 in February to a six-month high, as its widening discount to rival oils prompted refiners to ramp up purchases and cut imports of sunflower oil, according to five dealers.
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March 07, 2026
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Home hero Piastri edges Antonelli in second practice at season-opening Australian GP
McLaren's Oscar Piastri powered to the fastest time ahead of Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli in second practice for the season-opening Australian Grand Prix on Friday as drivers grappled with sweeping new engine changes.
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March 07, 2026
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Nikkei plunges 5.5% in worst weekly drop since April 2025
Japanese shares marked their steepest weekly drop in almost a year on Friday, as the Middle East war heavily disrupted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, choking oil supply and pushing investors out of risk and into cash.
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March 07, 2026
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Milan hope to revive dimming title hopes in derby against Inter
AC Milan face Serie A leaders Inter this weekend knowing the derby could offer a last chance to apply pressure.
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March 07, 2026
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2PointZero completes majority acquisition in Italy-based ISEM
ABU DHABI 2PointZero Group now holds 60.8% of ISEM, while Peninsula Capital and minority investors own the remaining 39.2%
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March 07, 2026
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Toyota's Denso bids for Rohm in $8.3b deal
Toyota supplier Denso has made a bid for chipmaker Rohm, a potential $8.3 billion deal that will expand the auto parts giant's hold on power management chips used in electric vehicles and data centres.
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March 07, 2026
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ADAFSA shuts restaurant over violations
Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) issued a decision administratively shutting down Index Restaurant LLC in Musaffah Industrial Area in Abu Dhabi, which holds trade licence no.
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March 07, 2026
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Rachael Ray is harder to find but hardly slowing down
Rachael Ray isn’t sick.
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March 07, 2026
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Etihad Airways resumes flights to 24 destinations
Etihad Airways announced the resumption of limited commercial flight operations starting March 6, 2026, between Abu Dhabi and a number of key destinations, in coordination with relevant authorities and after extensive safety and security assessments.
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March 07, 2026
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Pak earns $800,000 daily due to airspace closure
ISLAMABAD: Ongoing tensions in the Middle East have significantly increased international flight traffic over Pakistan, with the number of aircraft crossing the country’s airspace rising by about 158.
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March 07, 2026
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Researchers explain Al's risks, benefits for children
Artificial intelligence presents a mixed bag of risks and benefits for children that vary by age, according to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia researchers who reviewed dozens of academic studies on the emerging technology.
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March 07, 2026
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Pogacar faces challenge from rising star Seixas at Strade Bianche race
Tour de France champion and UAE Team Emirates-XRG star Tadej Pogacar will face stiff competition from teenage French sensation Paul Seixas when he begins his 2026 season bidding for a record fourth Strade Bianche title on Saturday.
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March 07, 2026
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Over 1,140 flights operated in 84 hours
DUBAI: Dubai Airports stated that over the past 84 hours, more than 1,140 flights have been facilitated at DXB and DWC to help travellers return home.
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March 07, 2026
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Sri Lanka takes control of Iranian vessel off its coast
Sri Lanka began transferring more than 200 sailors from an Iranian vessel to shore on Friday after the ship sought assistance while anchored outside the country's waters, as tensions mounted in the Indian Ocean following the sinking of an Iranian warship by a US submarine.
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