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UAE President begins official visit to Oman

The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Muscat, marking the start of his two-day state visit to Oman.
Etihad relaxes facemask rule

Etihad Airways has relaxed its rules around facemasks on board its flights.
UAE declares holiday to mark Prophet's birthday

Saturday, October 8 will be a holiday for private-sector employees in the UAE to mark the birthday of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).
Emirates, flydubai clarify facemask rules

Dubai-based Emirates and flydubai have updated their COVID-19 protocols regarding the wearing of face masks on board.
UAE delegation attends Shinzo Abe's funeral

A UAE delegation has attended the state funeral of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo.
DP World donates $2.5 million for Pakistan flood relief

Dubai's DP World has pledged logistics support and donated $2.5 million to help people in flood-ravaged Pakistan.
UAE revamps facemask rule

Wearing a facemask is no longer mandatory in most public spaces across the UAE, including educational institutions.
Sharjah announces census project

Sharjah has launched a census to help the Emirate's policymakers gain a better understanding of the change in demographics and identify segments that need support.

New coins, banknotes, stamps and cypher for Britain's King Charles

Britain will gradually see coins, banknotes and stamps bearing the image of King Charles, while the new monarch's cypher will also appear on government buildings and red mail pillar boxes, manufacturers and Buckingham Palace announced on Tuesday.
UAE, Japan launch strategic partnership agreement

The UAE and Japan have launched a strategic partnership agreement coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the establishment of bilateral relations between the two countries.
Burjeel Holdings to list 11% of share capital on ADX

Healthcare operator Burjeel Holdings plans to list 11 per cent of its share capital on the main market of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) on Monday, October 10.
WETEX & Dubai Solar Show attracts firms from 55 countries

A total of 1,750 companies from 55 countries will participate in the 24th Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX), from September 27 to 29 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Dubai to celebrate football icons in star-studded ceremony

Dubai will once again celebrate the players, icons and decision makers who contribute to the success of international football in a star-studded ceremony on November 17.
England and Germany sign off with 3-3 Nations League thriller

England will head to the World Cup on the back of a six-match winless sequence but with at least some pride and confidence restored after a thrilling 3-3 draw at home to Germany in the Nations League on Monday.
Tennis legends on their way to Dubai

Following Team Lendl’s victory in August 2022 during the Croatian stage of Legends Team Cup-ATP Champions Tour, the finals of this exciting first edition are finally imminent.
Kenya's Kipchoge shatters marathon world record in Berlin

Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge shattered his own marathon world record on Sunday, winning the Berlin race with a time of 2:01.09 to shave half a minute off his previous world best set in the German capital four years ago.

Saudi Crown Prince appointed prime minister

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has become the Kingdom's Prime Minister, a Saudi royal decree said on Tuesday.
Ukrainians involved in Russian-backed referendums face treason charges, prison term

Ukrainians who help Russian-backed referendums to annexe large swathes of the country will face treason charges and at least five years in jail, Ukraine's presidential adviser said, as voting in four regions entered its last day.
With flowers and gun salute, Japan bids farewell to Abe at state funeral

With flowers, prayers and a 19-gun salute, Japan honoured slain former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Tuesday at the first state funeral for a former premier in 55 years - a ceremony that has become as divisive as he was in life.
NASA's DART spacecraft hits asteroid in first planetary defence test

NASA's DART spacecraft successfully slammed into a distant asteroid at hypersonic speed on Monday in a test of the world's first planetary defense system, designed to prevent a potential doomsday meteorite collision with Earth.

Spanish court formally sends Shakira to trial for tax fraud

A Spanish court on Tuesday formally ordered Colombian superstar Shakira to stand trial on accusations that she failed to pay €14.5 million ($14.31 million) in income taxes, a court document showed.
Aston Martin stunt car, Daniel Craig costumes star at James Bond auction

From an Aston Martin DB5 stunt car to costumes worn by Daniel Craig in "No Time to Die", an array of James Bond props and memorabilia are being offered at a charity auction soon as the film franchise celebrates 60 years.
Rihanna to headline Super Bowl halftime show

Rihanna will headline the Super Bowl LVII halftime show on Feb. 12 at Glendale, Ariz.
Dolce & Gabbana team up with Kim Kardashian at Milan Fashion Week

Dolce & Gabbana have teamed up with American reality TV star Kim Kardashian at Milan Fashion Week as the Italian luxury label presented its latest collection for women's wardrobes.
Buckingham Palace issues photo of Queen Elizabeth's final resting place

Buckingham Palace has published a photograph from Queen Elizabeth's final resting place at the royal chapel in Windsor, featuring a ledger stone bearing her name and those of her parents, and husband Prince Philip.