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14,000 Gaza babies could die without aid, says Palestine health ministry
The Palestinian health minister said on Thursday that 29 children had died from starvation-related deaths in Gaza in recent days and that many thousands more were at risk. 'In...
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UNESCO honours Sheikh Sultan for Arabic historical dictionary
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, a Supreme Council Member and the Ruler of Sharjah, was awarded a distinguished UNESCO honour upon the completion of the...
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2 staff members of Israeli embassy killed in Washington shooting
Two staff members of the Israeli embassy in Washington were shot and killed Wednesday evening while leaving an event at a Jewish museum, and the suspect yelled, 'Free, free...
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Etihad Airways reports record Q1 profit of Dhs685 million
Etihad Airways has delivered record-breaking financial performance and highest-ever customer satisfaction performance in the first quarter of 2025, building on last year’s momentum with further notable improvements across revenue,...
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Summer comes early for Iraq with 49˚C in Basra
Summer has come early for Iraq this year with temperatures hitting 49˚C in the southern city of Basra on Thursday, the national weather centre said. 'It is the highest...
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3 dead after torrential rain ravages rural towns in Australia
Flash flooding on Australia's southeast coast has killed three people and cut off towns, isolating tens of thousands of residents, as officials on Thursday warned more downpours were expected...
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Pro-Palestinian student leader Mahmoud Khalil 'absent' from Columbia University graduation
There was one notable –and loudly noted – absence on Wednesday at Columbia University's graduation ceremony: detained pro-Palestinian student protest leader Mahmoud Khalil. 'Boo... Shame on you!' students chanted...
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Emirates layers on 46 additional flights for Hajj, Eid Al Adha
Emirates is ramping up its operations for this year’s Hajj season, with 33 special flights to Jeddah and Medina operating until 31st May and between 10th and 16th June...
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Ajman Police honour taxi driver for saving elderly man from being run over
Ajman Police honoured a taxi driver Shah Omar for his noble humanitarian act and swift response in assisting an elderly man who was nearly going to be run over...
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Ras Al Khaimah police seize 491 unlicensed motorcycles and scooters in 10 days for violating laws
A massive campaign aimed at enabling safe mobility and reducing traffic accidents and road fatalities resulted in the seizure of violating bikes across various areas and roads in Ras...
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After poll debacle, Philippine President Marcos tells Cabinet to resign
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos called on Thursday on his entire Cabinet to resign after disappointing results for his party at mid-term elections, a move that analysts say is aimed...
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Jumbo task: 400 pills a day for elephants with TB in Pakistan
Sameer MANDHRO A team of doctors and vets in Pakistan has developed a novel treatment for a pair of elephants suffering from tuberculosis that involves feeding them at least...
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Irthi explores strategies to help empower artisans
In a move that underscores the significance of traditional crafts in supporting and developing the creative economy, a panel discussion titled ‘Traditional crafts: identity, economy, sustainability’, held as part...
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AUB a pioneering model in education: Sheikh Nahyan
Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended the annual gala dinner hosted by the American University of Beirut (AUB) at the InterContinental Hotel in...
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Emirati student wins first place in chemistry worldwide
Student Saif Hassan Karam from Sharjah Model Secondary School won first place in the chemistry category at the International Science and Engineering Fair ISEF 2025, held in the United...
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