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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

Hundreds of millions in Asia celebrate Year of the Snake

Hundreds of millions of people across Asia celebrate the Lunar New Year with their families on Wednesday, as they bid farewell to the Year of the Dragon and usher in the Year of the Snake.
Dubai streamlines recruitment process for healthcare staff

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has launched a digital platform to make it easier for job seekers to access vacancies within the emirate's healthcare sector.
A celebration of tradition, culture as Ramadan Souq returns to Deira

The third season of Dubai Municipality's Ramadan Souq gets underway on Saturday, January 25.
Shah Rukh Khan heading to Dubai's Global Village

Global Village, the region’s top multicultural family destination, is set to host Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan on Sunday, January 26, on its main stage.
Dubai Municipality launches second Hatta Farming Festival

Dubai Municipality has launched the second edition of the Hatta Farming Festival as part of the ‘Dubai Farms’ programme.

UAE

World Governments Summit reveals record international participation

Record international participation is expected for the 12th edition of the World Governments Summit, which will take place in Dubai from February 11-13, under the theme 'Shaping Future Governments'.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed: UAE committed to healthcare breakthroughs

The UAE is committed to establishing a leading model of advanced healthcare that aligns with the nation’s forward-thinking vision and improves the quality of life for its people.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan receives official invitation to visit India

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has received an official invitation from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit India in April.
Abu Dhabi award to boost inclusion for people of determination

Abu Dhabi is taking major steps to improve inclusion for People of Determination with the launch of a new award recognizing efforts across key sectors.

International

Dozens killed in India's Kumbh festival stampede

Dozens of people were killed in a pre-dawn stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela in northern India on Wednesday, police sources said, as tens of millions gathered to take a dip in sacred river waters on the most auspicious day of a six-week Hindu festival.
At least 14 killed in Syria in attacks by Turkish-backed forces

At least 14 civilians were killed and 29 wounded in attacks by Turkish-backed forces in northern Syria on Monday and Tuesday, the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces group said.
Plane crashes in South Sudan, killing 20

A small aircraft carrying oil workers in South Sudan's Unity State crashed on Wednesday, killing 20 people, an official said.
Israeli airstrikes on south Lebanon's Nabatieh injure 24

Israeli airstrikes in Nabatieh, a major town in southern Lebanon, injured 24 people on Tuesday, the Lebanese health ministry said.
Waves of Ukrainian drones target Russian power, oil facilities

A nuclear power plant was among the targets of a massive Ukrainian drone attack against Russian oil and power facilities, Russian officials and media outlets reported on Wednesday.

Business

RTA opens bids for electronic bike charging stations

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened tenders for electronic bike charging stations for the delivery industry, as the city eyes improved sustainability practices amid growth in the sector.
UAE billionaire Habtoor cancels investment projects in Lebanon

The owner of UAE-based conglomerate Habtoor Group, Khalaf Al Habtoor, announced on Tuesday he has cancelled all investment projects in Lebanon due to “lack of security and stability.”
H.H. Sheikh Khaled meets Amazon President

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has met with the President and CEO of Amazon, Andrew R. Jassy.
Tech sell-off deepens as DeepSeek triggers AI rethink

Japanese technology shares fell on Tuesday as a global market rout sparked by the emergence of a low-cost Chinese artificial intelligence model entered day two, with investors questioning the sky-high valuation and dominance of AI bellwethers.
Trump says DeepSeek's AI should be 'wakeup call' to US

US President Donald Trump says Chinese startup DeepSeek's technology should act as spur for American companies and said it was good that companies in China have come up with a cheaper, faster method of artificial intelligence.

Sports

Lewis Hamilton OK after crash in Ferrari test

Lewis Hamilton was not injured on Wednesday when he crashed his Ferrari during a team test in Barcelona, Spain.
Steve Smith joins 10,000 club in Galle

Steve Smith became the 15th member of test cricket's 10,000-run club as he and opener Usman Khawaja smashed hundreds to help Australia rack up 330 for two on the opening day of the first test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Wednesday.
Djokovic withdraws from Serbia's squad ahead of Davis Cup qualifiers

World number six Novak Djokovic has pulled out of Serbia's Davis Cup first-round qualifying tie due to injury, the country's tennis federation (TSS) said.
Sharjah Warriorz overwhelm Dubai Capitals in ILT20

Johnson Charles ignited Dubai International Stadium on Tuesday night, leading the Sharjah Warriorz to a resounding nine-wicket victory over Dubai Capitals.
World’s biggest equine stars set for Dubai World Cup

The world's biggest equine stars, including 'Romantic Warrior', 'Rebel’s Romance', 'Sierra Leone' and 'Forever Young' are among the nominations for the 29th Dubai World Cup meeting, to be staged at Meydan Racecourse on Saturday, April 5.

Entertainment

Trial date set for Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni feud

'It Ends With Us' co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni will be heading to court on March 9, 2026, over competing claims that they each created a hostile work environment on the set of the book-turned movie’s production.
Tina Turner song released two years after star's death

A previously unheard song by Tina Turner has been released, two years after the star's death. The unearthed track was originally planned to be included on her 1984 album 'Private Dancer'.
Netflix musical 'Emilia Perez' leads Oscar nominations

Netflix's Spanish-language musical 'Emilia Perez' topped the list of movies nominated on Thursday for Academy Awards, followed by 'The Brutalist' and 'Wicked.'
RTA extends Dubai Metro hours for Green Day gig

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has confirmed that Dubai Metro services will be extended on Monday to co-inside with Green Day's concert at Expo City Dubai.
'Joker 2', Phoenix and Gaga nominated for Razzies

"Joker: Folie a Deux" was nominated for seven Razzies on Tuesday, leaving the sad clown atop the annual tongue-in-cheek list of the worst movies of the year.

Quirky

Google Maps to rename 'Gulf of Mexico' for US users

Google Maps will change the name of 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America' once it is officially updated in the US Geographic Names System, Google said in an X post.
1904 Olympic medal sells for $545k at auction

A gold medal from the 1904 Olympic Games has sold for over half a million dollars at auction. The medal, from the St. Louis Olympics, was one of hundreds of items sold from various editions of the Games.
Tokyo museum offers visitors 'flashback' to defunct technology

Tucked away in a corner of central Tokyo, the Extinct Media Museum lives up to its name.
T. Rex is at center of debate over dinosaur intelligence

Surmising even the physical appearance of a dinosaur - or any extinct animal - based on its fossils is a tricky proposition, with so many uncertainties involved. Assessing a dinosaur's intelligence, considering the innumerable factors contributing to that trait, is exponentially more difficult.
Horses run amok in central London

A number of horses are running amok in London and at least one person has been injured, with the army called in to help locate the animals, authorities in the British capital said on Wednesday.

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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