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COP28: 117 countries agree to triple renewable energy, to push out fossil fuels

Some 117 governments pledged to triple the world's renewable energy capacity by 2030 at the U.N.'s COP28 climate summit on Saturday, as a route to cut the share of fossil fuels in the world's energy production.
50 oil and gas companies commit to decarbonisation at COP28

As many as 50 companies, representing over 40 per cent of global oil production, have signed the Oil and Gas Decarbonization Charter (OGDC), committing to near-zero methane emissions and ending routine flaring by 2030, and to total net-zero operations by 2050 at COP28.
Over 120 countries back COP28 UAE Climate and Health Declaration

The COP28 Presidency joined with the World Health Organisation to announce a new 'COP28 UAE Declaration on Climate and Health' to accelerate actions to protect people’s health from growing climate impacts.
On COP28 sidelines, philanthropies pledge $5 billion for climate action

Global business leaders and philanthropists have announced a range of transformative climate and nature initiatives, and commitments to mobilise $5 billion in collective funding at COP28.
COP28 President-Designate says Paris Agreement goal of 1.5°C is 'non-negotiable'

Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, COP28 UAE President-Designate, emphasised the need to mobilise resources and partnerships toward a bold and transformative approach to climate action.

Lifestyle

New additions to Yas Waterworld to open this summer

The expansion of Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi is set to open to the public this summer, it was announced at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai on Monday.
Abu Dhabi book fair returns with major lineup and themes

The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is back for its 34th edition, now open at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and running until May 5.
World’s top architecture prize comes to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi will host the prestigious 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize ceremony, marking a first for the UAE and the Middle East.
Dubai welcomes new lifestyle hub with Nad Al Sheba Mall

Dubai’s retail scene just got bigger, with Dubai Holding Asset Management officially opening the Nad Al Sheba Mall — a vibrant lifestyle destination in the heart of Nad Al Sheba.
Unique pop culture fest set to launch in Dubai

Dubai is set to welcome a brand-new pop culture event this week with the launch of the JPEX Entertainment Exhibition.

UAE

UAE to experience periodic rise in temperatures, NCM warns

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) on Tuesday issued a weather warning saying the UAE is expected to experience a rise in temperatures over the coming days.
UAE foundation pledges $125M to improve maternal, newborn survival in Africa

The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity has announced the launch of an initiative to improve maternal and newborn survival in Africa with a grant of $125 million (around AED 459 million).
UAE President congratulates Canada's Mark Carney on election victory

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has congratulated Mark Carney on Liberal Party securing a fourth term in the Canadian federal elections.
Dubai-Lisbon flights face disruptions due to Portugal power outage

Flights between Dubai and Lisbon have faced disruptions a day after a massive power outage hit large parts of Spain and Portugal impacting services at airports.

International

Spain, Portugal switch back on and search for answers after major blackout

Spain and Portugal switched their power back on after the worst blackout in their history, though authorities offered little explanation for what had caused it or how they would prevent it from happening again.
Israeli domestic intelligence chief says will resign on June 15

The head of Israel's domestic intelligence agency, Ronen Bar, announced he will resign on June 15 amid pressure from Prime Minister Netanyahu and ongoing legal proceedings.
Trump's first 100 days: 'America First' president is overturning world order

In the chaotic first 100 days since President Donald Trump returned to office, he has waged an often unpredictable campaign that has upended parts of the rules-based world order that Washington helped build from the ashes of World War II.
Canada's Liberals benefit from Trump backlash to claim poll victory

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberals retained power in the country's election on Monday, but fell short of the majority government he had wanted to help him negotiate tariffs with US President Donald Trump.
Gaza ceasefire talks in Cairo near 'significant breakthrough'

Negotiations held in Cairo to reach a ceasefire in Gaza were on the verge of a "significant breakthrough," two Egyptian security sources told Reuters.

Business

Aldar reports AED1.9 billion net profit in Q1 2025

Aldar Properties today announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, reporting a 33 per cent year-on-year increase in profit before tax to AED 2.2 billion, with net profit after tax rising by 22 per cent year-on-year to AED 1.9 billion.
H.H. Sheikh Khaled receives OpenAI chief financial officer

H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, received Sarah Friar, Chief Financial Officer of OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence research organisation.
Amazon denies it planned to disclose cost of US tariffs on its website

Amazon denied a report on Tuesday that it planned to disclose to customers on its website the cost that U.S. tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump were adding to its products, after the White House blasted the idea.
Soon, check-in at Abu Dhabi hotels using your face

Abu Dhabi hotels will soon use facial recognition tech to offer guests a seamless experience while adhering to strict privacy guidelines.
Emirates signs deals with 7 countries in push to boost tourism

Emirates Airline has inked a host of agreements with a number of countries including the Philippines, Maldives, Thailand and Japan to boost tourism.

Sports

Yas Heat launches initiative to discover young motor racing talent

Yas Heat Racing Academy, part of Yas Marina Circuit, has launched a new national initiative named "Al Sabq" that aims to discover and develop the next generation of Emirati motorsport talent.
India greats welcome 'rise of a phenom' in teen sensation Suryavanshi

India batting great Sachin Tendulkar led the plaudits for 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi after the Rajasthan Royals batter became the youngest centurion in men's Twenty20 cricket with a knock for the ages in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Play suspended at Madrid Open over large-scale power outage

Play at the Madrid Open was suspended on Monday after a widespread power outage struck the Spanish capital, forcing 15th seed Grigor Dimitrov and his British opponent Jacob Fearnley off court as scoreboards went dark and overhead cameras lost power.
UAE Team Emirates-XRG clinches third victory in Europe

World Champion Tadej Pogačar delivered a commanding performance to clinch his third victory at the oldest of the cycling Monuments: Liège-Bastogne-Liège, taking UAE Team Emirates-XRG’s 35th victory of the seasons.
Liverpool Premiere League champions after 5-1 win over Tottenham

Liverpool roared back from a goal behind to thrash Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 and wrap up the Premier League title in style on a momentous day at a sun-drenched Anfield on Sunday.

Entertainment

Beyonce delivers a rousing kickoff to her 'Cowboy Carter' tour

Singer Beyonce launched her "Cowboy Carter" stadium tour on Monday, rolling through "Texas Hold 'Em" and other country-inspired hits and sharing the stage with her two daughters.
Cyndi Lauper, Chubby Checker chosen for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Pop star Cyndi Lauper, "The Twist" singer Chubby Checker and grunge rock band Soundgarden were among the acts chosen for induction this year into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone lead American Music Awards nominations

Rapper Kendrick Lamar has earned a leading 10 nominations for the American Music Awards, including nods for artist of the year and song of the year for his Grammy-winning track "Not Like Us".
Sharjah Children's Reading Festival brings new chapter of surprises

From a Sherlock Holmes-themed mystery zone to an interactive museum on dinosaur exploration, this year's Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival promises an interesting range of activities for the young minds.
Metallica to perform at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Metallica will take to the stage for the After-Race Concerts at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Saturday, December 6.

Quirky

Herd of animal puppets treks from Africa to Arctic Circle for climate action

Hundreds of life-size animal puppets have begun a journey from central Africa to the Arctic Circle to raise awareness of the climate crisis.
Elite 5,000 year-old woman's tomb unearthed in coastal Peru

Archaeologists in coastal Peru have discovered the 5,000-year-old remains of a woman who may have belonged to the upper echelons of the ancient Caral civilisation, a find they say points to the importance of women in the city some five millennia earlier.
China pits humanoid robots against humans in half-marathon

Twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of runners at the Yizhuang half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday, the first time these machines have raced alongside humans over a 21-km (13-mile) course.
Scientists find strongest evidence yet of life on an alien planet

In a potential landmark discovery, scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope have obtained what they call the strongest signs yet of possible life beyond our solar system, detecting in an alien planet's atmosphere the chemical fingerprints of gases that on Earth are produced only by biological processes.
Unclaimed luggage firm finds 'Goonies' script, Rolex, glass eye

A script from the 1985 movie 'The Goonies', a $20,000 (AED 73,00) Rolex, a glass eye and a 1944 letter signed by Eleanor Roosevelt are some of the items found by a company specialising in unclaimed travel cases, a new report said.

In The Know

Here's how to register for Abu Dhabi's road toll system

With road tolls set to be introduced in Abu Dhabi from October 15, here is everything you need to know about registering your car for the system before it's too late.

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