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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

Emirati adventurer raises UAE flag atop Europe's highest peak

Emirati adventurer Rashid Ghanem Al Shamsi has raised the UAE flag atop Mount Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak at 5,642 metres above sea level, following a challenging journey through snowstorms and strong winds in Russia’s Caucasus mountain range.
Dubai to develop new private luxury island off Jumeirah coast

A Dubai-based diversified investment firm is set to develop a new luxury private island off the coast of Jumeirah named Naïa Island Dubai, where the region's first Cheval Blanc maison will be unveiled.
Watch: Digital Dubai launches first AI-powered Emirati Family

Dubai has launched its first-ever virtual 'Emirati Family' powered by artificial intelligence — an initiative by Digital Dubai aimed at promoting digital services in a fun, relatable way.
Meta launches 'teen accounts' in UAE to enhance digital safety

Meta has announced new 'teen accounts' for Instagram, developed in partnership with the UAE’s Digital Wellbeing Council to help protect young users from harmful content.
NGO links H&M and Zara cotton to deforestation in Brazil's Cerrado

Clothing factories that supply H&M and Zara are buying cotton linked to environmental destruction and land-grabbing in Brazil's Cerrado - a biodiversity hotspot where deforestation is soaring, research by the Earthsight nonprofit has found.

UAE

Dubai Police foil $25 million pink diamond heist in eight hours

Dubai Police has arrested three people for stealing a pink diamond worth $25 million, shortly before the detainees reportedly intended to ship the 21 carat precious gem to another country.
Abu Dhabi launches newborn genetic screening programme

Abu Dhabi has rolled out a newborn genetic screening programme for Emirati nationals across several hospitals, to enable early detection and diagnosis of genetic conditions.
UAE Central Bank suspends licence of YAS Takaful

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has suspended the licence of YAS Takaful for its failure to comply with the regulatory framework governing insurance companies in the country.
Sharjah's deputy ruler meets Egyptian Minister of Justice in Cairo

Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Judicial Council, has discussed ways to enhance judicial collaboration with Egypt during talks with the country's Minister of Justice Adnan Fanjari.

International

Zelenskyy, flanked by Europe, heads to Washington as Trump presses for Russia deal

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders will meet Donald Trump in Washington on Monday to map out a peace deal amid fears the US president could try to pressure Kyiv into accepting a settlement favourable to Moscow.
Some Palestinians already leaving Gaza City ahead of Israeli offensive

Fearing an Israeli onslaught could come soon, some Palestinian families began leaving eastern areas of Gaza City, now under constant Israeli bombardment, for points to the west and some explored evacuating further south.
Russian drone attack kills 7 in Kharkiv, Ukraine says

A Russian drone attack on a residential area in Kharkiv killed seven people including a toddler and a 16-year-old boy overnight, Ukrainian authorities said on Monday, as the US presses Kyiv to accept a quick deal to end the war that Moscow started.
Heavy rain disrupts traffic, floods roads in India's Mumbai

Incessant heavy rain lashed India's financial capital of Mumbai on Monday, disrupting flights, flooding roads and prompting shutdowns of schools.
Pakistan resumes rescue operations in flood-hit areas; death toll over 300

Authorities in Pakistan resumed rescue and relief work on Monday in the country's northwest where flash floods have killed over 300 people after heavy rain forced them to suspend operations for several hours, a government official said.

Business

Dubai International Chamber records 138% registration increase in H1

Dubai International Chamber has recorded a 138 per cent increase in companies under its jurisdiction in the first half of 2025, attracting a total of 143 companies.
Qantas to pay record fine of $58 million for pandemic sackings criticised by judge

A court ordered Australia’s largest airline, Qantas Airways, on Monday to pay a record fine of A$90 million ($58.64 million) for illegally sacking 1,800 ground staff during the COVID-19 pandemic and criticised it for a lack of contrition.
Air Canada grounded as striking union defies order to get back to work

Air Canada's fleet of hundreds of planes remained grounded on Monday morning after striking flight attendants refused a government-backed order to get back to work and called on the airline to return to the bargaining table.
GCC countries’ gross national income hits $2.143 trillion

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries saw a slight decline in overall national income in 2023, but their non-oil economies continued to grow steadily, according to new data from the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat).
Air Canada cabin staff go on strike, grounding hundreds of flights

Air Canada's unionised flight attendants walked off the job early on Saturday morning after pay talks with the country's largest carrier stalled, in a move that is expected to disrupt travel plans for more than 100,000 passengers.

Sports

Arsenal's Calafiori secures 1-0 win at Manchester United

Arsenal's Riccardo Calafiori headed home an early corner, aided by a weak challenge from goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, to earn a 1-0 victory at Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday, spoiling the hosts' season opener.
Pakistan tell Babar to improve strike rate for T20 comeback

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has been told to improve his batting against spin and boost his overall strike rate to be considered for Twenty20 Internationals, coach Mike Hesson said.
Al Wahda and Khorfakkan lead ADNOC Pro League

Al Wahda and Khorfakkan led the first round of the ADNOC Professional Football League, with Al Wahda defeating Ajman 2-0 and Khorfakkan beating Al Jazira 3-2 during their matches on Sunday.
Chimaev wins UFC middleweight championship

UAE's Khamzat Chimaev has become the new UFC middleweight champion after a dominant display against title holder Dricus Du Plessis during the UFC 319 at the United Center in Chicago.
Pakistan drop Babar and Rizwan for Asia Cup

Former Pakistan captains Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan could not make the cut for the Asia Cup Twenty20 tournament in the United Arab Emirates next month.

Entertainment

Superman films' star actor Terence Stamp dies aged 87

Terence Stamp, who rose as an actor in 1960s London and went on to play the arch-villain General Zod in the Hollywood hits "Superman" and "Superman II," has died aged 87, his family said on Sunday.
Sean Kingston jailed for $1 million fraud scheme

Rapper Sean Kingston has been sentenced to three and a half years in federal prison after being convicted in a million-dollar fraud scheme involving luxury goods, fake payments, and abuse of his celebrity status.
'Alien' franchise crafts new creatures for 'Alien: Earth' TV show

Both new and familiar alien lifeforms lurk around in the Disney series "Alien: Earth," based on the original 1979 Ridley Scott "Alien" movie.
Taylor Swift announces new album called 'The Life of a Showgirl'

Superstar Taylor Swift on Tuesday announced her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl".
Mexico accuses Adidas of cultural appropriation after new shoe design

Mexico is looking for footwear giant Adidas to pay up after a Mexican-American designer, Willy Chavarria, launched a shoe inspired by a traditional Indigenous sandal.

Quirky

Robots race, play football, crash and collapse at China's 'robot Olympics'

China kicked off the three-day long World Humanoid Robot Games on Friday, looking to showcase its advances in artificial intelligence and robotics with 280 teams from 16 countries.
Geneva makes public transport temporarily free to combat pollution spike

Public transport will be temporarily free of charge in Geneva, in a first for Switzerland, as part of a series of measures aimed at tackling a spike in pollution in the city.
Macron to honour Paris' last newspaper hawker with medal

A 73-year-old newspaper vendor originally from Pakistan is set to receive one of France's most prestigious honours after more than 50 years of selling dailies on the terraces of cafes and restaurants in Paris' fashionable Latin Quarter.
Buddhist gems return to India after 127 years

A collection of hundreds of jewels linked to Buddha's remains has returned to India after 127 years following an auction planned for earlier this year that drew threats of legal action from the government in Delhi.
Marvel's $80 popcorn bucket sets world record in Los Angeles

A colossal $80 (AED 294) popcorn container shaped like Marvel's planet-devouring villain Galactus is offering a unique twist on movie snacks.

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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