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DGHR honours winners of Research Awards
The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) honoured the winners of its Research Awards 2025 during an official ceremony, which was attended by various representatives of government entities and universities, including the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG), Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), and the Rochester Institute of Technology, Dubai.
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October 30, 2025
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Why Cultural Intelligence matters more than ever in our schools
In my previous articles, I highlighted the diversity of the UAE, a country with over 200 different nationalities. If one walks into one of our classrooms, they will hear a symphony of languages and accents. In addition, our students and teachers alike bring a wealth of cultural heritage that needs to be cherished and celebrated. For all these reasons, school leaders need to move beyond being aware of diversity to being culturally intelligent. In this article, I uncover what Cultural Intelligence (CQ) is and highlight its paramount importance in our schools.
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October 30, 2025
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Australia's coach defends handing captaincy back to Kerr
Australia coach Joe Montemurro settled the Matildas’ captaincy debate once and for all on Tuesday with a strong endorsement of Sam Kerr, but he has plenty of other problems to solve before the nation hosts the Women's Asian Cup in March.
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October 30, 2025
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Indian culinary brand expands in Dubai
Renowned Indian celebrity chef Ranveer Brar unveiled Kashkan - Kissaghar on Tuesday in Dubai, marking a significant growth of the Kashkan brand in the UAE.
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October 30, 2025
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South Africa seal spot in Women's WC final
Laura Wolvaardt led from the front with a majestic 169 to help South Africa thrash England by 125 runs and reach their first-ever ODI Women's World Cup final on Wednesday.
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October 30, 2025
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Al Ain meet Ajman, Sharjah face Shabab Al Ahli
A fascinating and open encounter awaits on Thursday as Ajman host Al Ain at Rashid Bin Saeed Stadium in Matchweek 7 of the Pro League.
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October 30, 2025
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Afridi fails to meet Imran, asked to pick his team
After Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi was once again barred from meeting his incarcerated party founder Imran Khan, the latter's sister told the newly appointed KP chief executive he has \"complete authority\" to form the provincial cabinet.
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October 30, 2025
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Thunder and 76ers remain unbeaten after comeback wins
The reigning NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder, fueled by 31 points from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander allied to beat the Sacramento Kings 107-101 on Tuesday to improve to 5-0 in the young season.
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October 30, 2025
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SA's shock loss to Japan in 2015 still vivid for boss Erasmus ahead of Wembley clash
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus can still remember where he was when Japan beat the Springboks in arguably the greatest rugby union upset of all, but insists his focus will be firmly on the present when they face the Cherry Blossoms at Wembley on Saturday.
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October 30, 2025
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AD police workshops to help reduce black points
The Police Followup and Aftercare Department of Abu Dhabi Police invited the public to benefit from the services of the black points programme by attending workshops and courses on the first floor of Mushrif Mall, run by the Abu Dhabi Police platform, from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm, from 20 October to 20 November.
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October 30, 2025
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Norrie stuns Alcaraz, Zverev survives scare at Paris Masters
Britain's Cameron Norrie stunned world number one Carlos Alcaraz 4-6 6-3 6-4 on Tuesday to reach the third round of the Paris Masters and end the Spaniard's 17-match winning streak at ATP Masters 1000 level.
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October 30, 2025
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UAE's Ketbi, Shawqi strike golds at Asian Youth Games in Bahrain
The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team kicked off its campaign at the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain with an impressive start, winning two medals - a gold and a silver - on the opening day.
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October 30, 2025
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Downtown Design will anchor Dubai Design Week at Dubai Design District
Returning to the Waterfront Terrace at Dubai Design District (d3), Downtown Design, the anchor fair of Dubai Design Week, will run from November 5 - 9. The fair unites a selection of international design brands and regional design studios, from emerging talent to established names, reinforcing its position as the Middle East's leading platform for high-quality contemporary design. Held in strategic partnership with d3, a member of TECOM Group PJSC, and supported by Dubai Culture, Downtown Design serves as the region’s most important meeting point for the design industry, fostering collaboration and commercial opportunity.
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October 30, 2025
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Priyanka Chopra wishes niece Valentina with an adorable post on her birthday
Actress Priyanka Chopra shared a sweet birthday message for her niece, Valentina, daughter of Kevin Jonas and Daniel Jonas; sharing a heartwarming picture from what appears to be a Jonas Brothers concert, Priyanka is seen holding Valentina, who is wearing noise-cancelling headphones and holding a Buzz Lightyear toy.
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October 30, 2025
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Court orders company to pay employee Dhs222,000
In a labour rights case, the Abu Dhabi Labour Court of First Instance ruled that a company must pay an employee, a “civil engineer,” the sum of Dhs222,605 in fees and end-of-service benefits.
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October 30, 2025
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England rugby coach ponders moving Earl to centre
England coach Steve Borthwick is pondering playing Ben Earl at inside centre during the upcoming Autumn Nations Series as he looks to bolster the team’s positional depth and flexibility ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
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October 30, 2025
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Spain to defend Nations League title against Germany
Two-time Ballon D'Or winner Alexia Putellas scored again Tuesday to ensure Spain will defend their women’s UEFA Nations League title against Germany.
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October 30, 2025
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ADSCC pioneers groundbreaking cancer therapy
The Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre (ADSCC) has achieved a major medical milestone by successfully isolating Tumour-Infiltrating Lymphocytes (TILs) from breast and lung tumours for the first time in the UAE, marking a breakthrough in the fight against cancer.
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October 30, 2025
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SBA expands transport services for SIBF 2025
The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has announced an expansion of transportation services from gathering points within Sharjah, Dubai and Ajman, for visitors travelling to the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025); running from November 5 to 16 at Expo Centre Sharjah.
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October 30, 2025
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Montha wreaks havoc in coastal Andhra, two killed
Severe cyclone Montha, which crossed the Andhra Pradesh coast in the early hours of Wednesday, wreaked havoc, killing two people, damaging houses, crops, and electricity towers and disrupting vehicular traffic.
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October 30, 2025
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Late replacement Tickner sparks England collapse as New Zealand win ODI series
Late replacement Blair Tickner took four for 34 and Daryl Mitchell hit 56 not out as New Zealand beat England by five wickets in the second one-day international in Hamilton on Wednesday to seal the three-match series.
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October 30, 2025
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Tech spending plans will test AI trade
Spending updates this week from US megacap companies that are investing massively in artificial intelligence could jolt the Al trade that has been a primary driver of the record-breaking US stocks rally.
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October 30, 2025
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Jafza, DIFC explore framework for dual-zone operations for companies
DP World's Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (Jafza) and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) have signed an agreement to establish a framework that promotes dual-zone operations for companies looking to expand their financial, industrial, and corporate structuring presence in Dubai.
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October 30, 2025
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US President touts new trade deal with South Korea during Asia tour
Donald Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung finalised details of their fraught trade deal at a summit in South Korea on Wednesday, and the US president also sounded an optimistic note about a looming summit with China's Xi Jinping.
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October 30, 2025
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Rubu Qarn launches literature, arts season
The Rubu' Qarn Foundation for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators has launched its second season of Literature and Arts, which will run until 3rd November 2025.
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October 30, 2025
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Sheikh Sultan witnesses launch of 'Sharjah Next: Healthcare' series
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, witnessed on Wednesday morning — in the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) - the launch of the global series \"Sharjah Next,\" with the inaugural edition dedicated to innovation in healthcare.
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October 30, 2025
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Syria nets $28b in investments this year: Sharaa
Syria has attracted overseas investment totalling around $28 billion so far this year, President Ahmed Al Sharaa said on Wednesday at the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh.
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October 30, 2025
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'Unseasonably' heavy snowfall halts tourism in Nepal and Tibet
The Nepali and Chinese sides of the Everest region were closed to tourism on Wednesday due to unseasonably heavy snow, and a helicopter crashed in deep snowdrifts as it tried to rescue stranded trekkers.
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October 30, 2025
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UAE a country of generosity, compassion, says Mohammed
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched the “Volunteering and Community Engagement Ecosystem” to reinforce the impact of volunteering and support nonprofit organisations in their various forms, enhancing their contributions to sustainable development.
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October 30, 2025
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Night of strikes brings grief to Gazans trying to rebuild
Their faces contorted with pain, relatives mourned two children killed in overnight Israeli strikes on Gaza, leaning over small bodies on the pavement wrapped in sheets, one stained blood red.
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