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COP28

• 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.

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Lifestyle

• Sharjah International Book Fair opens with Oman as Guest of Honour

  His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has inaugurated the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair.

• Run for the Nation returns to Abu Dhabi promoting unity and fitness

  The second edition of the 'Run for the Nation' will take place in Abu Dhabi on November 29, with more than 20,000 participants expected.

• Dubai Design Week brings global creative talent to d3

  Designers, architects and creative professionals from more than 50 countries have gathered in Dubai for the 12th edition of Dubai Design Week.

• Dubai gears up for month-long celebrations marking UAE national occasions

  Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has announced a month-long programme of events and activities to celebrate the UAE's national occasions.

• Seventy finalists shortlisted for Abu Dhabi Visitor Experience Awards

  The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced 70 finalists for the inaugural Visitor Experience Awards, shortlisted from approximately 350 applications across eight categories.

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UAE

• New UAE traffic rules set limits on driving hours, vehicle ownership

  New traffic regulations in the UAE will introduce tighter rules on vehicle registration, electric scooter use and road safety from January 1, 2027.

• H.H. Sheikh Khaled stresses need to strengthen supply chain resilience at ADNOC meeting

  His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has emphasised the need to strengthen supply chain resilience to support global energy security.

• Six exceptional achievers honoured with Dubai-it Award

  His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has announced the Dubai-it Award for six winners across diverse sectors.

• Sheikh Abdullah holds bilateral talks with Suriname's Melvin Bouva

  Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has explored ways to strengthen ties with Suriname during talks with the country's finance minister Melvin Bouva.

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International

• France braces for fresh protests as Macron seeks to prevent repeat of October unrest

  Hundreds of thousands of protesters are expected to march through French cities and public workers to strike on Thursday, in a fresh test for President Emmanuel Macron after weeks of unrest that have rattled his government and dominated the agenda five months ahead of a presidential election.

• NASA's 22-year-old Swift satellite telescope falls from orbit in fiery finale

  NASA's Swift satellite telescope, which spent two decades studying the most powerful known blasts of energy in the cosmos, tumbled out of orbit as expected on Wednesday and burned up in Earth's atmosphere over Indonesia, the space agency reported.

• Dozens of pilot whales stranded on New Zealand coast

  Dozens of pilot whales have been found stranded on a beach in New Zealand's North Island and rescuers are trying to refloat a handful of the survivors, the country's conservation department said on Thursday.

• Democrats seize Congress in sweeping midterm repudiation of Trump

  Democrats and Republicans squared up on Wednesday for what could be two years of deadlock in Washington, with the resurgent Democrats vowing to use their resounding midterm election victory to rein in President Donald Trump, who signalled he was ready to continue flexing the executive branch's considerable powers.

• Ukraine's Zelenskyy awards Melania Trump state honour

  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has awarded US first lady Melania Trump a state honour for her role in helping to organise a humanitarian evacuation from a frontline town last week, according to a decree published on Wednesday.

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Business

• Emirates Groups announces AED4.1 billion pre-tax profit in H1 2026

  The Emirates Group has posted a profit before tax of AED 4.1 billion ($1.1 billion) for the first six months of 2026-27, despite disruptions and high fuel prices due to the regional conflict. 

• Disney's Pixar names Jonathan Garson president as Jim Morris steps back

  Pixar Animation Studios announced on Wednesday that veteran Jonathan Garson will become president on January 4, replacing Jim Morris, who will step back from day-to-day leadership ahead of his eventual retirement.

• DIP Holding places final IPO price

  The final offer price for DIP Holding’s initial public offering (IPO) has been set at AED 1.12 per share following stronger investor demand.

• Gulfood Manufacturing brings global industry leaders to Dubai

  Food security, domestic production and supply chain resilience are taking centre stage in Dubai as Gulfood Manufacturing 2026 brings together manufacturers, technology providers and industry leaders from around the world.

• ADNOC Gas signs five-year LNG supply agreement with TotalEnergies

  ADNOC Gas and its subsidiaries on Tuesday announced a five-year liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreement with TotalEnergies for up to 1.6 million tonnes of LNG.

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Sport

• Australian F1 world champion Alan Jones dies aged 80

  Alan Jones, who was the second Australian and first Williams driver to win the Formula One world title, has died on Thursday a few days after his 80th birthday.

• Valverde rescues Real as Liverpool let lead slip twice to lose at Fenerbahce

  Federico Valverde struck in stoppage time to give Real Madrid a dramatic 3-2 Champions League victory at AEK Athens on Wednesday, while Liverpool surrendered the lead twice in a 3-2 defeat at Fenerbahce.

• Como equal Champions League record with stunning win at Lens

  Como stormed into the Champions League record books with a stunning 9-1 demolition of Lens on Wednesday, equalling the biggest victory in the competition's history.

• Meydan gears up for new Dubai Racing Carnival season

  Dubai Racing Club is set to welcome racing enthusiasts, jockeys, trainers and owners back to Meydan Racecourse as preparations enter their final stages for the 2026–27 Dubai Racing Carnival.

• Nadal lined up to join Perez on Real Madrid board

  Real Madrid are set to add a champion from another sporting arena to their boardroom, with 22-times tennis Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal's appointment as a director to be put to members for ratification, the club said on Wednesday.

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Entertainment

• Egyptian superstar Ahmed Saad to perform first concert at Global Village

  Egyptian artist Ahmed Saad will take the main stage at Global Village for the first concert of the season on November 13.

• 'It is a cappuccino. It can't be $10,' says Styles about NYC coffee prices

  Singer Harry Styles, who recently completed a 30-show residency at Madison Square Garden in New York, thought prices for coffee in the city were some of the spookiest things he saw around Halloween.

• Knightley says returning spy thriller 'Black Doves' balances humour, moral complexity

  "Black Doves" may be packed with assassins and high-octane action sequences, but the joy of the Netflix spy thriller lies in its blend of humour and morally complex characters, Keira Knightley said at the London launch of the show's second season on Monday.

• Iconic Dubai sites set to feature on Fortnite under new local collaboration

  An interactive game experience bringing Dubai's landmarks, culture, and destinations to international audiences through Fortnite has been announced by Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)'s gaming centre and Wild Unlimited.

• Global Village to mark UAE Flag Day with spectacular drone show

  Global Village will celebrate UAE Flag Day on November 3 with a special programme highlighting national pride, unity and identity.

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Quirky

• Abu Dhabi invites public to name two 'giants' at Natural History Museum

  The Natural History Museum in Abu Dhabi has launched an online campaign to name two of its "extraordinary giants" - the Blue Whale and the T.Rex. 

• Swarms of moths in Australia lift hopes of recovery for endangered species

  Swarms of moths blanketing homes in Australia's southeast in recent days signalled the endangered species is recovering, authorities said on Saturday.

• NASA says new Roman telescope's lifespan could more than double, to 22 years

  Even before the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has reached its planned orbital position, NASA says its newest flagship observatory's potential operational lifespan may reach 22 years — more than double the length previously announced.

• Can sheep save the glaciers? Swiss scientists put wool to the test

  As Switzerland struggles to contain the shrinking of its glaciers, researchers are conducting an unusual experiment in the Alps to see whether one of its less valued natural resources can help: sheep's wool.

• Ultra-white falcon fetches AED1.5 million at Abu Dhabi auction

  An "Ultra White Pure Gyr Garmousha" falcon sold for a record AED1.5 million at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX).

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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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