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Putin says BRICS to power global economic growth

BRICS has expanded to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates as well as Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa

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LinkedIn names these UAE companies as top startups for 2024

The emergence of these startups is not only indicative of individual success but also highlights the broader trends shaping the UAE’s economic environment

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris debate for the first time during the presidential election campaign at The National Constitution Center on September 10, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After earning the Democratic Party nomination following President Joe Biden's decision to leave the race, Harris faced off with Trump in what may be the only debate of the 2024 race for the White House. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump spar in combative debate

In a boost to the Democratic Party’s campaign, Taylor Swift backed Kamala Harris for the US President

UAE President host Egyptian Minister Dr Badr Abdel Ati, Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Migration Image WAM

UAE, Egypt discuss strategic cooperation during high-level meet

The discussion focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation across economic, developmental and political spheres

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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince arrives in India on state visit

The Crown Prince is accompanied by a high-level delegation including ministers, senior officials and business leaders

Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Fed arrives to a dinner at the Jackson Lake Lodge during the Kansas City Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium in Moran, Wyoming, US, on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. With the central bank on the cusp of lowering interest rates from a more than two-decade high, the Federal Reserve chair's comments on Friday will be closely parsed for any hints on how the Fed chief is viewing the economy in the wake of a weaker-than-expected jobs report and further easing in inflation. Photographer: Natalie Behring/Bloomberg Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Federal Reserve, arrives to a dinner at the Jackson Lake Lodge during the Kansas City Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium in Moran, Wyoming, US, on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. With the central bank on the cusp of lowering interest rates from a more than two-decade high, the Federal Reserve chair's comments on Friday will be closely parsed for any hints on how the Fed chief is viewing the economy in the wake of a weaker-than-expected jobs report and further easing in inflation. Photographer: Natalie Behring/Bloomberg

US Fed’s Jerome Powell says ‘time has come’ to cut rates

Fed chief says timing, pace of rate cuts depends on data

A rescue boat of the Vigili del Fuoco, the Italian Corps. of Firefighters operates off Porticello near Palermo, on August 20, 2024 a day after the British-flagged luxury yacht Bayesian sank. Specialist divers launched a fresh search for six people, including UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch and the chairman of Morgan Stanley International, missing since their yacht capsized off the Italian island of Sicily. The Bayesian, which had 22 people aboard including 10 crew, was anchored some 700 metres from port before dawn when it was struck by a waterspout, a sort of mini tornado. Fifteen people aboard, including a mother with a one-year-old baby, were plucked to safety; one man has been found dead; and six people remain missing. (Photo by Alberto PIZZOLI / AFP) (Photo by ALBERTO PIZZOLI/AFP via Getty Images)

Five bodies recovered from Mike Lynch’s sunken superyacht in Sicily

The Bayesian, a 56-metre yacht flying the British flag, was carrying 10 crew members and 12 passengers when it sank off the coast of Sicily

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Morgan Stanley boss Jonathan Bloomer, tech tycoon Mike Lynch missing in Sicily yacht sinking

Italian authorities rescued 15 of those on board the British yacht, but a day later six passengers remain missing, and one body has been recovered

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List of airlines suspending flights to the Middle East continues to grow

A number of airlines have adjusted or suspended flights to cities in the Middle East due to ongoing regional tensions

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UAE driving fines: Participate in Dubai Police’s ‘accident-free day’ to remove black points

The ‘accident-free day’ campaign aims to foster a culture of responsible driving

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Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina resigns, leaves country: Reports

What began as a student-led protest against civil service job quotas has now evolved into a broader anti-government movement in Bangladesh

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Lebanon: Which countries are urging their citizens to evacuate now?

France, Italy, Australia and Canada have joined the US and the UK, in issuing evacuation orders for their citizens in Lebanon

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Abu Dhabi to Dubai: Traffic diversion on Emirates Road (E11) until end of August

Dubai’s roads authority cautioned motorists of delays on the Emirates Road between the intersection of Hatta Road and Al Ain Road

Farnborough Airshow: Qatar Airways expands Boeing 777-9 order

Farnborough Airshow: Qatar Airways expands Boeing 777-9 order

The order now includes an additional 20 Boeing 777-9 aircraft, bringing the total to 94 commercial and cargo Boeing 777X aircraft

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Rain, flash flood alert issued for parts of Oman

Oman’s capital Muscat is likely to see scattered rainfall in the early hours of June 24 with temperatures hovering in the mid-to-high 30s

Earthquake hits Jordan’s Dead Sea region

Magnitude 3.6 earthquake hits Jordan, no deaths reported

The Jordan Seismological Observatory said the earthquake was felt by residents and occurred at a depth of 9km

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When is Ramadan 2025?

The exact start of Ramadan can vary each year due to differing interpretations and methods used to sight the new moon

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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed announces “Union Pledge Day” on July 18

Union Pledge Day joins the ranks of other national occasions in the UAE, including Union Day, Flag Day, and Commemoration Day

EGSH opens UAE’s first VIP centre for streamlined government services

EGSH opens UAE’s first VIP centre for streamlined government services

The hub offers a one-stop solution for accessing all necessary government and semi-government services in a single day within a single establishment

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Hijri New Year 2024: Holiday dates announced for UAE, Oman

MoHRE has declared July 7 a paid holiday for private sector employees in the UAE

Dubai Mall's new paid parking system starts on this date

Dubai Mall’s paid parking system starts on this date

The initiative aimed at enhancing the guest experience, improving parking availability and streamlining the process will apply to Grand Parking, Cinema Parking and Fashion Parking

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Eid Al Adha 2024: Holiday dates for Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman

Eid Al Adha, is one of the most significant events in the Islamic calendar, and is marked by special prayers, feasts, and acts of charity

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Eid Al Adha 2024: Free parking and transport timings in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman

The RTA has announced free public parking timings and operating hours for the Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram services

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Eid Al Adha 2024: Dubai announces holiday dates for private schools

Dubai’s announcement aligns with the broader UAE government’s holiday schedule for Eid Al Adha, ensuring consistency across various sectors

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Tragic fire in Kuwait’s Ahmadi Governorate claims at least 49 lives

Kuwaiti authorities said that the death toll may go up with many more seriously injured in the blaze

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Moon sighting: Eid Al Adha 2024 dates announced by Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court had called upon Muslims in the kingdom to sight the crescent Moon on Thursday evening

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Where to watch the Eid Al Adha fireworks in Abu Dhabi, Dubai dates to come soon

Mark your calendars for June 17 and plan to visit one of these fantastic locations in Abu Dhabi for an exciting Eid Al Adha fireworks show

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Eid Al Adha 2024: UAE astronomer predicts likely dates

According to UAE astronomers, Arafat Day is likely to begin on Sunday, June 16 this year

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Large fire breaks out in Dubai Marina: Report

No injuries have been reported in the early morning fire at Dubai Marina

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Public holiday dates in 2025: UAE announces calendar

The list of holidays, is applicable for both government and private sectors, unless stated otherwise