Russian lab worker dies of suspected plague in Siberia; US monitoring case
A Russian agency links the lab worker’s death to ‘pneumonia of unknown’ origin.
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My Abu Dhabi: Hamdan Al Qubaisi on majboos, majlis and the heaven of life
Discover Abu Dhabi through the eyes of Hamdan Al Qubaisi, from its serene Corniche to the rich traditions of the majlis and the flavors of Emirati cuisine.
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Chilling flydubai plan revealed by investigators
Hamam al-Hammami, the co-pilot of Flydubai Flight FZ1073, planned a terrorist attack to crash the aircraft. He was detained after attempting to incapacitate…
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Schoolteacher's 128-acre retreat joins wildlife corridor; easement protects forests, wetlands and stream
When life doesn't give you time to breathe, you tend to look out for space to do the same yourself, deliberately. For Jeanne Paisley, a schoolteacher with…
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All six passengers presumed dead after plane went missing off US coast
The aircraft lost communication with flight controllers after significantly dropping in altitude, according to flight data.
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Tesla sales continue to soar amid lineup expansion
Tesla sales have continued their upward rise this year, with the Model 3 reversing its sales slide, but Polestar sales are down.
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Hyderabad and its four police commissionerates: what has changed, and why? Explained
Hyderabad retools its four-commissionerate policing map with updated zones, divisions, and boundaries to improve administration, traffic policing, and resident…
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Al Maktoum International accelerates toward world's biggest airport status
Al Maktoum International Airport is poised to become the world's largest aviation hub, with Dubai World Central (DWC) confirming that its second runway will…
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Stray dogs at Kozhikode railway station leave passengers wary
Stray dogs at Kozhikode railway station spark safety fears, with passengers blaming inaction despite reports, CCTV reviews, and ongoing control efforts.
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Man, two grandchildren drown in agricultural pond in Chickballapur
Tragic drowning of a man and two grandchildren in an agricultural pond near Husenapura, Chickballapur; police investigating suspected accidental deaths.
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Sheikh Hamdan stresses need to innovate education as Dubai explores new school models
Children in Dubai should not be educated in the same way previous generations were, with Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum…
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Dubai schools tighten photography rules as parents told not to capture other students
Parents in Dubai are being reminded to think twice before taking photographs or videos on school premises, as private schools tighten guidance around the…
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NT man caught driving 100km/h over speed limit
Northern Territory Police have charged a man with speeding and high-range drink driving after catching him allegedly driving at more than 100km/h over the…
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Police operation shuts down popular Sydney street after broad-daylight stabbing
The incident shut traffic along Newtown’s main street in both directions.
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Abu Dhabi in the 1950s: Rare glimpses of life before the oil boom
Explore rare photos of Abu Dhabi in the 1950s, showcasing life before the oil boom transformed the city into a modern capital.
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Abu Dhabi fog alert: 80km/h speed limit on Sheikh Tahnoun and Taf roads
Motorists have been urged to follow the speed limits displayed on electronic signs and drive carefully in areas where visibility is reduced.
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First Nismo Performance Centre opens in Australia
The first factory-backed Nismo Performance Centre outside Japan has opened in Melbourne, with more to roll out across Australia and New Zealand.
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Sri Lankan troops in joint anti-terrorist exercise in Russia
The Defence Ministry said yesterday that Sri Lankan troops had participated in counter-terrorism exercise with Russian counterparts in Russia. The announcement…
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Illegal tobacco crackdown in Victoria has come too late, says ex-policeman
Premier Ben Carroll has conceded the Victorian government should have acted sooner on illegal tobacco but insisted progress had been made since the new…
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Carlton footy boss Chris Davies launches immediate public play to recruit ex-Lions coach Chris Fagan
The triple premiership coach has left Brisbane, but he’s not retired - and one club says ‘we’d be derelict in our duty’ not to ask the question.
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Zayed National Museum celebrates teachers' role in shaping UAE's heritage education
Discover how Zayed National Museum honors teachers' contributions to UAE heritage education with hands-on learning and engaging programs for students.
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Sheikh Mohamed, Meloni discuss stronger UAE-Italy ties
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni explore ways to enhance bilateral relations and address key regional and global issues.
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Ahmed bin Mohammed attends Saudi National Day celebrations in Dubai
Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed joins Saudi National Day celebrations in Dubai, extending warm wishes to the Kingdom for its 96th anniversary.