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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

Dubai Police to deploy robotic patrol at Global Village

Dubai Police has rolled out its newest recruit — a fully autonomous robotic patrol — marking a major milestone in smart policing.
RTA resumes premium transport services for Global Village Season 30

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is bringing back its dedicated services to Global Village as the popular destination gears up for its 30th season, which runs from October 15 to May 10.
Mbappe credits Madrid lifestyle for helping him reset mentally and physically

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe said he has adapted well to life in Madrid, crediting the city's slower pace for helping him recover mentally and physically as he looks to build on his scintillating start to the season.
Sheikha Latifa wins top international award for cultural excellence

Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture, has been honoured with the Diamond Award for Excellence in Culture — the highest accolade from the Spanish Luxury Association (Asociación Española del Lujo).
Shein enters bricks-and-mortar retail in France, sparking backlash

Online fast-fashion retailer Shein plans to open its first bricks-and-mortar shops in France in November under an agreement with department store owner Société des Grands Magasins, a move that sparked criticism from French retailers.

UAE

Dubai bans delivery riders on fast lanes

Delivery riders will not be allowed to use the fast lanes in Dubai from November 1, under new rules to improve road safety and "reduce fatalities and injuries".
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan outlines plans to accelerate Dubai's digital transformation

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has approved a package of artificial intelligence (AI) projects aimed at accelerating Dubai’s adoption of AI in government entities.
Abu Dhabi announces partial road closures in Al Dhafra region

Abu Dhabi authorities have announced partial road closures in the Al Dhafra region starting Sunday, including Sheikha Salama Bint Butti Road (E45) in Madinat Zayed and Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Int’l Road (E11), as part of ongoing maintenance work.
UAE aid ship departs for Gaza with 7,200 tonnes of relief supplies

The 'UAE Humanitarian Ship' has set sail for the Gaza Strip, carrying 7,200 tonnes of vital aid as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.

International

Israel to keep border crossing closed as US alleges Hamas ceasefire violation

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will remain closed until further notice as the two sides continued to trade blame over ceasefire violations.
Thieves steal 'priceless' jewels from Paris' Louvre and flee on motorbikes

Thieves broke into Paris' Louvre museum through a window on Sunday, stealing "priceless" items of jewellery before escaping on motorbikes, the French government said.
Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to ceasefire after peace talks in Doha

Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire during talks in Doha, both sides said on Sunday, after a week of fierce border clashes, the worst violence between the South Asian neighbours since the Taliban seized power in Kabul in 2021.
Cairo to host global conference for Gaza reconstruction

Egypt will host an international conference in November to outline the cost and time involved in rebuilding what was destroyed by the war in Gaza.
Flights resume at Dhaka airport after fire forced operations to halt

Flights have resumed at Bangladesh's main airport in Dhaka, airport officials said, six hours after a fire in the cargo section delayed flights and halted operations on Saturday.

Business

Ras Al Khaimah Ruler supports businesses with licence fee exemption

Businesses in Ras Al Khaimah affected by infrastructure works in Al Riffa and Al Jazeera Al Hamra areas will receive a two-year exemption on commercial licence fees.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed: GITEX TechCation to lead global tech scene

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has directed that GITEX TechCation 2026 be developed into the world’s largest event in the field of technology and artificial intelligence.
Some Indian refiners to move away from Russian oil, sources say

Some Indian refiners are preparing to cut Russian oil imports, three sources told Reuters on Thursday, after US President Donald Trump said India had given an assurance it would stop its buying to help end the war in Ukraine.
Shutdown could cost US economy $15 billion a week, Treasury says

The two-week-old federal government shutdown may cost the US economy as much as $15 billion a week in lost output, a Treasury official said late on Wednesday.
Dubai summit to tackle urban challenges, future-ready cities

Global leaders at the forefront of shaping cities are set to gather in Dubai this month for a major summit focused on the future of urban living.

Sports

Verstappen beats Norris to US Grand Prix pole after sprint win

Max Verstappen seized pole position for Sunday's US Grand Prix while Formula One leader Oscar Piastri qualified sixth after a costly sprint race collision with his McLaren teammate Lando Norris.
Arsenal stay top as Trossard seals gritty win at Fulham

Arsenal ground out a 1-0 win at Fulham to remain top of the Premier League on Saturday with Leandro Trossard kneeing in the only goal of a tight tussle in the second half.
Rybakina dispatches Paolini to reach Ningbo final and boost WTA Finals bid

Kazakh third seed Elena Rybakina powered past Italy's Jasmine Paolini with a clinical 6-3 6-2 victory on Saturday to secure her place in the Ningbo Open final, keeping her hopes of qualifying for next month's WTA Finals on track.
Postecoglou sacked by Forest moments after 3-0 home loss to Chelsea

Nottingham Forest sacked manager Ange Postecoglou straight after they suffered a 3-0 defeat by Chelsea in the Premier League on Saturday which left the club languishing in 17th place and on the brink of slipping into the relegation zone.
New Zealand v England T20 series opener abandoned due to rain

The opening game of New Zealand's three-match Twenty20 series with England was abandoned due to heavy rain in Christchurch on Saturday with the hosts denied the opportunity to chase down a modest total for victory.

Entertainment

Sydney Sweeney brings boxer Christy Martin's battles to the big screen

American actress Sydney Sweeney transformed into former professional boxer Christy Martin for the biopic "Christy", which chronicles her life in and outside the ring.
Egyptian star Mohamed Ramadan heads Global Village concert line-up

Egyptian singer Mohamed Ramadan will be the first act of an exciting concert line-up at Global Village's Season 30, taking the stage on October 25.
John Legend to ring in 2026 in Abu Dhabi

John Legend will be ringing in 2026 in Abu Dhabi as he headlines the New Year's Eve gala at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental.
Tom Odell to perform in Dubai in January

British singer songwriter Tom Odell will return to Dubai for a mesmerizing performance of soulful music at Coca-Cola Arena on January 24, 2026.
Kiss lead guitarist Ace Frehley dies at 74

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist of the rock group Kiss, whose hard-driving sound, stage theatrics and iconic makeup created one of the most popular and groundbreaking bands of all time, died on Thursday at age 74, his family said.

Quirky

Picasso painting disappears en route to Granada exhibit

A 1919 Pablo Picasso painting has disappeared in transit ahead of its display at a temporary exhibition in the southern Spanish city of Granada, prompting a police investigation, according to the foundation organising the exhibit.
Mo Salah for President? Cameroon finds interesting electoral candidate

Voters in Cameroon were in for a shock when they spotted Liverpool star Mohamed Salah as one of the presidential candidates.
Enigmatic Jurassic reptile looks like a mix of snake and lizard

The fossil of a small reptile that inhabited Scotland during the age of dinosaurs 167 million years ago has scientists puzzled.
Bananas? Taiwan entrepreneur wants to make clothes out of plant material

Entrepreneur Nelson Yang is reaching back into Taiwan's history to turn the humble banana plant into an unlikely sustainable textile.
Popular Gaza ice cream parlour stirs nostalgia with first UAE branch

A much-loved Palestinian ice-cream parlour Kazem, forced to shutter its Gaza doors in 2023 as the Israel-Hamas war escalated, has opened up in the UAE, offering not just frozen treats, but a taste of nostalgia to the local community.

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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