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UAE mourns death of 6-year-old cancer patient from Gaza

The UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced the death of a six-year-old cancer patient who was recently flown in from the Gaza Strip.
UAE, Russian Presidents discuss bilateral relations

The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin held talks on enhancing bilateral ties and reviewed various regional and international issues.
Dubai to build 'GigaFarm', able to replace 1% of UAE food imports

A 'GigaFarm', capable of replacing 1 per cent of the UAE's food imports, is set to come up in Dubai’s Food Tech Valley.
Dubai unveils world's largest concentrated solar power project

The largest concentrated solar power (CSP) project in the world has been unveiled in Dubai, within the fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park.
UAE President welcomes Vladimir Putin

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday welcomed his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin with an official reception ceremony at Abu Dhabi's Qasr Al Watan.
UAE extradites British financier Sanjay Shah to Denmark

UAE authorities have extradited accused British financier Sanjay Shah to Denmark, where he is convicted of orchestrating a $1.7 billion tax fraud.
COP28: Dubai Holding announces global sustainability challenge

Dubai Holding, a global investment holding company operating in 13 countries and Principal Pathway Partner at COP28, has announced an innovation challenge to develop solutions to address critical issues in waste, recycling and resource recovery in the UAE to drive a circular economy.
Dubai Police showcases 12 eco-friendly projects at COP28

From the world's first-of-its-kind initiative zero-carbon force to eco-friendly bullets, the Dubai Police has showcased 12 green projects at COP28, as part of its commitment to zero emissions by 2030.

Business News

Abu Dhabi Airports wins prestigious world title for aviation sector

Abu Dhabi Airports has won the coveted "World's Leading Airport Operator 2023" honour at this year's World Travel Awards ceremony.
Ras Al Khaimah slashes licensing fees for some businesses

The Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah has issued a directive to reduce commercial licensing fees by 25 per cent for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the southern regions of the emirate.
Etihad Airways signs codeshare deal with Tap Air Portugal

Etihad Airways and TAP Air Portugal have agreed a strategic codeshare, unlocking enhanced connectivity for the passengers of both airlines on a range of destinations.
Dubai's Crown Prince opens Big 5 Global

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, said the city has emerged as a platform for sustainability and innovation thanks to the array of events it hosts annually.

Sports News

Bangladesh in charge against New Zealand in 2nd test

Mushfiqur Rahim's brain-fade moment led to his obstructing-the-field dismissal but Bangladesh took charge of the second test against New Zealand after 15 wickets tumbled on the opening day of the contest.
2024 Dubai Marathon's routes revealed

The organising committee of Dubai Marathon has announced the routes of the 23rd edition of the race, which will be held on Sunday, January 7, 2024.
Nicolai Højgaard set for Dubai Invitational

Nicolai Højgaard will return to Dubai just two months on from winning the season-ending DP World Tour Championship for the inaugural staging of the Dubai Invitational from January 11-14, 2024.
Mercedes and F1 angered by FIA compliance probe

Mercedes and Formula One reacted angrily on Tuesday after the governing FIA said it was investigating media speculation a team boss received confidential information from an employee of the commercial rights holder.

International News

Italian opera singing added to UNESCO World Heritage list

Italian opera singing has been added to the United Nations' cultural heritage list, a prestigious accolade for the four-centuries-old art mixing costume drama and music.
Israeli forces storm Khan Younis in southern Gaza

Israeli forces intensified its attack on Khan Yunis in southern Gaza, in what they called the most intense day of combat in five weeks of ground operations against Hamas.
Zelenskiy assures Ukrainians of victory with US aid in balance

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told Ukrainians on Wednesday that Kyiv would defeat Russia and win a fair peace "against all odds" as the future of vital US military and financial aid hung in the balance.
Chennai flooded as heavy rains from cyclone Michaung batter south India

Rescuers used boats to reach people stranded in their homes amid widespread flooding in the India's Chennai on Wednesday after cyclone Michaung barrelled into the southern coast, bringing in heavy rain and winds that uprooted trees and damaged roads.

Entertainment News

Taylor Swift is Time's Person of the Year

Taylor Swift has been named Time magazine's Person of the Year.
Jamie Foxx makes first public appearance since hospitalisation

Actor Jamie Foxx made his first public appearance on Monday after suffering an undisclosed health scare in April that left him unable to walk.
Mixed emotions as cast of 'The Crown' celebrates series finale

The cast and the makers of the sixth and final season of Netflix's royal drama "The Crown" came together in London on Tuesday to bid farewell to the series.
Hollywood actors union ratifies three-year contract after strike

Members of the SAG-AFTRA actors union approved a three-year contract with major studios on Tuesday, formally ending six months of Hollywood labour disputes that halted film and television production.
'Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce' tops box office

"Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce" premiered at the top of the US box office, raking in $21.8 million during the typically anemic first weekend of December, according to research firm Comscore.