Greens select David Shoebridge as new leader as former head Larissa Waters steps down
‘We are excited by what we can and must do as Greens.’
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World news: the major international stories of the day, and what they mean for Sri Lanka and Sri Lankans abroad — from Serendib News.
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From pot washer to culinary director: British expat reflects on 15 years in the UAE
British expat shares his inspiring rise from pot washer to culinary director and how 15 years in the UAE transformed his life and career.
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Mansour bin Zayed meets Saudi Crown Prince in Riyadh
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed meets Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh to discuss UAE-Saudi ties and key regional developments.
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Sharjah sets up new committee to combat illegal residential practices
New Sharjah Residential Violations Combat Committee targets unauthorised housing, unifying inspections and strengthening government coordination.
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Ajman launches pilot to regulate bachelor and shared housing
Ajman launches a pilot to regulate bachelor and shared housing, introducing new building classifications to enhance safety, compliance and urban living…
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Husband attacks wife, causing fractured teeth and deep tongue cut
Abu Dhabi court awards Dh50,000 to woman after husband’s violent assault causes fractured teeth and tongue injury, affirming civil liability and moral damages.
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UAE condemns Ben-Gvir’s storming of Al Aqsa Mosque compound
MoFA condemns actions by Israeli minister and settlers as provocative escalation
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Dubai rider stops road water leak, earns GDRFA recognition
Dubai delivery rider stops major road water leak, earns GDRFA recognition for civic responsibility and public safety in viral social media video.
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UAE-born Miss Universe India Kaziah Liz Mejo on Abu Dhabi dream, chasing shawarma and Shah Rukh Khan hopes
UAE-born Miss Universe India Kaziah Liz Mejo on Abu Dhabi roots, shawarma cravings, law studies, Shah Rukh Khan and Bollywood dreams.
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Double murder charge after bodies found at property two weeks apart
A man has been charged with murder after police discovered the bodies of two men at a remote property near Grafton weeks apart.
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Car parking a key concern in battleground Victorian seat
The ABC visits the east Melbourne seat of Glen Waverley, where the Suburban Rail Loop, potholes and the cost of living are major issues two months out from…
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City of Melbourne looks to reinstate Australia Day parade
The council has voted to overturn a 2022 decision to advocate for the federal government to move Australia Day from January 26.
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Saved by the Bell actor Dennis Haskins dies at 75
The actor best known for playing principal Richard Belding on Saved by the Bell has died aged 75.
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Hawthorn assistant David Hale a new name in the mix for North Melbourne’s senior coaching job
‘He is one of the most highly regarded assistant coaches around the league.’
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American Idol contestent breaks down as he’s found guilty of wife’s ‘brutal’ murder
‘He wanted to keep his mistress and have his daughters all to himself.’
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Tamil scholar Pudhumanar and A.R. Venkatachalapathy honoured with awards
Tamil scholar Pudhumanar and historian A.R. Venkatachalapathy win prestigious awards at VIT Chennai ceremony.
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Temple burgled near Katpadi
Temple burglary in Keraisathu village; ₹4 lakh worth gold and bronze stolen; police examine CCTV, fingerprints, and dump sniffer dogs.
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Rajasthan HC cancels FIR against Independent MLA arrested during local body polls
Rajasthan HC cancels two FIRs against Independent MLA Ganesh Bansal linked to a 23-year land lease case amid local body polls.
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Activists caution against efforts to revive bauxite mining in Odisha’s Niyamgiri hills
Activists urge against reviving Niyamgiri bauxite mining, highlighting tribal rights, sacred lands, and legal safeguards against Vedanta-backed projects.
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Mamata in Delhi to participate in INDIA bloc meetings, Suvendu takes a dig
Mamata Banerjee heads to Delhi for INDIA Bloc talks, with Adhikari accusing her of planning with Dimagi Naxals.
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Hundreds of fishermen protest against Secretariat proposal at Foreshore Estate
Fishermen protest against a secretariat plan at Foreshore Estate, urging the CM to withdraw G.O., reclaim lands, and protect livelihoods.
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New pedestrian subway on Chennai - Bengaluru Highway in Vellore will be ready by October, says NHAI
NHAI unveils a 25m-long pedestrian subway under NH-44 in Vellore, easing 1km detours and boosting safety by October-end.
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Forest Department provides free coaching for tribal aspirants in Jawadhu Hills to appear for competitive examinations
Forest Department offers free TNPSC coaching to tribal aspirants in Jawadhu Hills, fostering government service careers through weekend classes.
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SIR is an attempt to make India a ‘savarna Hindu Rashtra’, says Parakala Prabhakar
Parakala Prabhakar argues SIR purges minority voters and aims to create a savarna Hindu Rashtra, urging unified opposition and electoral reforms.
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Sri Lanka, China discuss public administration reforms, disaster response and clean water
Sri Lankan and Chinese officials held high-level discussions on expanding bilateral cooperation in public administration reforms, local governance, and…
