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Ajman Ruler orders dispatch of 410 tonnes of aid to Gaza

His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has ordered the delivery of 410 tonnes of urgent humanitarian aid to Gaza during Ramadan.
UAE condemns militant attack in Northwest Pakistan

The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted a military base in northwest of Pakistan on Tuesday, resulting in dozens of deaths and injuries.
Dubai Police warns against using prohibited items in stadiums

Dubai Police has issued a warning to fans attending sports events to comply with rules and regulations when it comes to the use of hazardous materials, such as flares, in stadiums.
Dubai Customs thwarts smuggling of 10.8m counterfeit items in 2024

Dubai Customs recorded 54 seizures involving 10.8 million counterfeit items in 2024, as part of its efforts to protect intellectual property rights.
Dubai launches water safety initiative targeting senior citizens

Dubai Municipality, in cooperation with the Community Development Authority, has launched an initiative to improve water safety in the homes of senior citizens.
Tadweer launches Ramadan campaign to promote sustainability

Abu Dhabi's Tadweer Group has launched a Ramadan campaign under the slogan "Purity", which aims to integrate the human and spiritual values of Ramadan with the concepts of sustainability, in an effort to achieve a cleaner and more sustainable future.
RTA develops system to oversee inspection at Metro stations

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Keolis MHI, has developed a digital platform that oversees inspection operations at Metro and Tram stations.
UAE reiterates rejection of Palestinian displacement

The UAE has reaffirmed its categorical rejection of all attempts to forcibly displace Palestinians from their lands, in a statement released after the Extraordinary Arab Summit in Cairo.

Business News

UAE, Central African Republic sign major trade pact

The UAE and the Central African Republic have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), aimed at enhancing trade and investment opportunities.
DWTC and Informa team up to create global MICE powerhouse

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and Informa Group have announced a strategic partnership to create a global leader in exhibitions and event management, with operations spanning the Middle East, South Asia and Africa.
Talabat acquires Instashop for $32 million

UAE-based delivery platform Talabat has acquired Instashop for $32 million (AED 117 million), an online grocery delivery marketplace, it was announced on Thursday.
European Commission proposes extension of gas storage obligations

The European Commission has proposed to prolong EU gas storage obligations until the end of 2027 to ensure security of energy supply and help stabilise the European gas markets.

Sports News

WTA announces maternity benefits plan for players

The WTA will offer players up to 12 months of paid maternity leave for the first time, the women's tennis tour said on Thursday, part of a sweeping new family benefits programme sponsored by the Saudi Public Investment Fund.
Neymar returns to Brazil squad after stellar form at Santos

Brazil have recalled Santos forward Neymar for this month's World Cup qualifiers against Colombia and Argentina after more than a year.
FIFA sets Club World Cup prize money at $1 billion

The prize money for this year's 32-team Club World Cup to be held in the US between June 14 -July 13 will be $1 billion (AED 3.67 billion), soccer's governing body FIFA said on Wednesday.
Liverpool snatch last-gasp winner against dominant PSG

Liverpool substitute Harvey Elliott scored a last-gasp winner 47 seconds after coming on to earn a fortunate 1-0 win against Paris St Germain who outplayed their visitors during Wednesday's Champions League last-16 first leg match.

International News

EU leaders pledge defence surge, support Zelenskyy after US aid freeze

European leaders on Thursday said they would stand by Ukraine and spend more on defence in a world upended by Donald Trump's reversal of US policies.
Russian missile kills four, injures many more in Ukraine

A Russian missile struck a hotel in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih late on Wednesday, killing four people and injuring 31, with rescuers still searching on Thursday morning for anyone trapped in the rubble, officials said.
Trump warns Gazans as US holds unprecedented talks with Hamas

The United States broke a long-standing diplomatic taboo by holding secret talks with Hamas on securing the release of US hostages held in Gaza, sources told Reuters on Wednesday, while US President Donald Trump warned of "hell to pay" should the Palestinian group not comply.
US pauses intelligence sharing with Ukraine

The US has paused intelligence sharing with Ukraine, CIA Director John Ratcliffe said on Wednesday, piling pressure on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to cooperate with US President Donald Trump in convening peace talks with Russia.

Entertainment News

Olivia Rodrigo to headline UK's Glastonbury festival

Popstar Olivia Rodrigo has been confirmed as the headline act for the UK's Glastonbury festival, taking place in June. British band The 1975 will headline the main stage on Friday June 27.
Coldplay to assist FIFA for first-ever World Cup halftime show

The 2026 World Cup final will feature its first ever halftime show, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Wednesday with assistance from international education and advocacy organisation Global Citizen as well as British band Coldplay.
Adidas sells last pair of Yeezy sneakers

Adidas sold its last pair of Yeezy sneakers at the end of 2024, the sportswear brand said on Wednesday, ending the process of liquidating stock of the lucrative shoe partnership with rapper Kanye West after splitting from him in October 2022.
Israeli-Palestinian film wins best documentary feature Oscar

"No Other Land," a film showing the alliance that develops between a Palestinian activist and an Israeli journalist amid their peoples' conflict on the occupied West Bank, won the documentary feature film Oscar on Sunday.
Adrian Brody, Mikey Madison win best actor Oscars

Adrien Brody won his second best actor Oscar on Sunday for playing an immigrant architect in the epic postwar drama "The Brutalist," while Mikey Madison claimed her first Academy Award, winning best actress for her role in the drama "Anora."