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ERC calls for volunteers as Lebanon donations continue

The Emirates Red Crescent Authority (ERC) called for volunteers ahead of its relief aid collection in Terminal 1 at the Cruise Terminal at Abu Dhabi Ports on Sunday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, in coordination with donor agencies and institutions in Abu Dhabi.
UAE Stands with Lebanon: Relief aid collection begins on Saturday

The collection of relief aid for the 'UAE Stands with Lebanon' campaign begins on Saturday, October 12 at Expo City Dubai's Exhibition Centre, running from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah, French FM discuss regional developments

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed an array of regional and international issues of mutual interest with Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France, Jean-Noël Barrot, on Friday.
UAE national under investigation for violating Lebanon travel ban

The UAE's Attorney-General, Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, has launched an immediate investigation into a UAE citizen who travelled to Lebanon in violation of a travel ban.
UAE delivers additional aid to Lebanon with 9th relief plane

The United Arab Emirates has dispatched an aircraft carrying 37 tonnes of provisions for children and women as part of the 'UAE Stands with Lebanon' relief campaign.
Publishers from Palestine, Lebanon, Sudan exempted from Sharjah Book Fair fee

Publishers from Palestine, Lebanon and Sudan will be exempt from participation fees at the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair.
UAE Cabinet approves nation's stance on AI policy

The UAE Cabinet, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and the Ruler of Dubai, has approved the country's official stance on artificial intelligence (AI) policy internationally.
UAE President congratulates Tunisian counterpart on re-election

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated the President of Tunisia, Kais Saied, on his re-election for a second presidential term, during a phone call on Thursday.

Business News

Boeing to cut 17,000 jobs as strike hits finances

Boeing will cut 17,000 jobs, delay the first deliveries of its 777X jet by a year, and record $5 billion (AED 18.3 billion) in losses in Q3, as the US planemaker continues to spiral during a month-long strike.
Abu Dhabi Government to participate in GITEX Global 2024

Abu Dhabi Government will participate in GITEXGlobal 2024, taking place from October 14 to 18 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, under the theme ‘Towards an AI-Native Government'.
UAE set to exceed renewable energy ambitions: IEA

The UAE is expected to exceed its renewable energy capacity ambitions for 2030, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said.
Investments by Dubai companies in Turkey hit $2 billion

Dubai-based companies have invested nearly $2 billion (AED 7.3 billion) in Turkey from 2018 to mid-2024, while Turkish investments in the emirate totalled $100 million (AED 367.3 million) from 2015 to 2023.

Sports News

Salah helps Egypt to victory as Tunisia stunned by Comoros

Mohamed Salah was on target to help Egypt maintain their 100 per cent record in 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying with a comfortable 2-0 home win over Mauritania, but Tunisia slipped to a shock 1-0 home defeat to Comoros in their fixture on Friday.
Last of 'Big Four', Djokovic battles on

Former world number one Novak Djokovic, the last surviving member of tennis' "Big Four", said he does not plan on stopping any time soon but admitted that the retirement of rivals Roger Federer, Andy Murray and Rafa Nadal has been overwhelming.
England beat Pakistan by innings and 47 runs in first test

England defeated Pakistan by an innings and 47 runs on the fifth day of the first test on Friday. Resuming their second innings on 152-6 after England's 823-7 declared, Pakistan's fate was sealed when they fell to 220-9.
Ramharack inspires West Indies T20 win over Bangladesh

West Indies’ spinners denied Bangladesh a defendable total before they chased down 104 with 7.1 overs to spare for an eight-wicket win at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024.

International News

Thousands trapped in northern Gaza as Israel escalates attacks

At least 20 Palestinians were killed and dozens more were injured in Gaza's Jabaliya by Israeli airstrikes on Friday evening, as Israel continues its siege of the area.
Trump calls for death penalty for migrants who kill Americans

Donald Trump called for the death penalty for migrants who kill US citizens during a rally in Aurora, Colorado on Friday, as he escalated the anti-immigration rhetoric that has fueled his presidential run.
Nicaragua cuts diplomatic relations with Israel

Nicaragua is breaking off diplomatic relations with Israel, the Central American nation said on Friday, calling the Israeli government "fascist" and "genocidal."
US soldier sentenced to 14 years in prison for helping ISIS

A US Army soldier was sentenced to 14 years in prison for attempting to help the Islamic State conduct a deadly ambush of US troops, the Department of Justice said on Friday.

Entertainment News

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trafficking trial set for May

Sean "Diddy" Combs will stand trial on federal trafficking and racketeering charges starting on May 5, a US judge decided during a hearing on Thursday.
Florida's Disney World to re-open following Hurricane Milton closure

Theme parks in Florida, including Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld will re-open on Friday after closing for Hurrican Milton.
Taylor Swift makes $5m hurricane relief donation

Pop superstar Taylor Swift has donated $5 million (AED 18.3 million) to charity following the devastation in the United States caused by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.
Macron: 'Emily in Paris' must return to Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron said he would fight to ensure Emily - the heroine of Netflix's hit series 'Emily in Paris' - returns to the French capital from her stopover in Rome.
Stormzy to headline Emirates Dubai 7s

British grime artist Stormzy has been announced as the headline act at the Emirates Dubai 7s, at the Sevens Stadium in Dubai.