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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

World's most expensive gold dress unveiled at Sharjah jewellery show

A gold dress valued at AED5 million and recognised by Guinness World Records as the world's most expensive gold dress has gone on display at the Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show in Sharjah.
Meta social media platforms restored after brief outage

Social media platforms operated by Meta began returning to service after a brief outage that affected users in several regions on Friday.
DET, Google launch new Initiative to support local culinary gems in Dubai

A new initiative has been launched between The Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Google to support local F&B businesses in Dubai.
Over 60,000 Filipinos celebrate 128th Independence Day in Dubai

Over 60,000 Filipinos in the UAE have celebrated the 128th anniversary of the Philippines' independence at the Dubai World Trade Center on Sunday.
British royals gather for wedding of Princess Anne's son

King Charles and senior British royals gathered at a village in south-west England on Saturday to celebrate the wedding of Princess Anne's businessman son, Peter Phillips, to nurse Harriet Sperling.

UAE

Dubai Police busts criminal network pirating premium satellite channels

Dubai Police has dismantled an organised criminal network involved in pirating encrypted international satellite television channels.
UAE approves innovative treatment for chronic lung conditions

The Emirates Drug Establishment has approved a new treatment for two serious lung conditions, marking another step in expanding access to advanced medicines in the UAE.
UAE strongly condemns terrorist attack on airport in Niger’s capital

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on Diori Hamani International Airport in the capital of Niger, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries.
UAE steps up Agentic AI drive for next phase of government transformation

The UAE is stepping up efforts to embed Agentic AI across government operations, as officials gathered in Dubai to map out the next stage of the country's digital transformation.

International

Israeli strikes kill 16 in Lebanon hours after ceasefire

Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed at least 16 people on Saturday, Lebanese Civil Defencesaid, hours after a ceasefire with Hezbollah took effect, with Israel saying it was responding to projectiles fired by the Iran-backed group.
Seven people killed and three injured in two explosions in Pakistan

Two roadside bombs in northwest Pakistan killed at least seven people and injured three, the Associated Press said on Saturday, citing police in the South Asian nation.
Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire

Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire beginning at 4:00 PM (1300 GMT) on Friday, a US official said, after an escalation in hostilities in Lebanon sorely tested the US-Iranian interim deal to end the wider Middle East conflict.
Ebola cases in DR Congo rise to 933, with 245 deaths

The number of confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has risen to 933, including 245 deaths, according to the country's health authorities.
Woman killed, 1,700 evacuated in beach hotel fire in Dominican Republic

A woman was killed and nearly 1,700 tourists were evacuated due to a large fire at a hotel in the Dominican beach resort of Bayahibe, local authorities said on Friday.

Business

UAE calls for stronger Euro-Mediterranean, Gulf cooperation to drive sustainable growth

Federal National Council Speaker Saqr Ghobash has called for closer economic and parliamentary cooperation between Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf countries to help address rapid technological and economic change and support sustainable development.
Dubai's DGCX to launch region’s first Gold Spot T+0 Contract

The Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange (DGCX) is set to launch a new same-day gold trading contract on Monday, June 22, in a move aimed at making physical gold transactions faster and more efficient.
AD Ports launches new logistics link between UAE and Iraq

AD Ports Group has launched integrated logistics services connecting Khalifa Port with Umm Qasr Port in Iraq, reinforcing commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and supporting existing trade corridors.
Kuwait plans to boost oil output to 2 million bpd in a week

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) has plans to raise the country's oil production to two million barrels per day (bpd) within a week, amid the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz under a US-Iran peace agreement, said KPC's Deputy Chairman and CEO, Sheikh Nawaf Saud Al-Sabah.
UAE citizens, residents can now invest in government sukuk from AED 1,000

In a first for the UAE, the Ministry of Finance has launched the Sovereign Retail T-Sukuk Programme, giving citizens and residents access to a government-backed, Shariah-compliant investment opportunity.

Sports

US advance to World Cup round of 32 with dominant 2-0 win over Australia

The United States advanced to the World Cup knockout stage with a dominant performance against Australia on Friday, an early own goal and an Alex Freeman header giving the co-hosts a comfortable 2-0 win despite missing talisman Christian Pulisic.
Paraguay hold on for 1-0 win over Turkey despite Almiron red card

Ten-man Paraguay scored the fastest goal of the World Cup so far to beat Turkey 1-0 in a dramatic Group D match on Friday, breathing life into their campaign and condemning their opponents to an early exit.
Morocco bully Scotland into submission for 1-0 win, take control of Group C

Morocco outmuscled Scotland for a 1-0 win thanks to the tournament's fastest goal on Friday, taking control of Group C in the World Cup and moving into top spot with one match left to play.
Brazil's Cunha scores twice in 3-0 win as Haiti eliminated at World Cup

Brazil forward Matheus Cunha rewarded manager Carlo Ancelotti’s backing with his first two goals at a World Cup as the five-times champions cruised to a 3-0 victory over Haiti on Friday to eliminate their opponents.
Niemann handed two-stroke penalty for throwing club at US Open

Chilean Joaquin Niemann received a two-stroke penalty on Friday for throwing his club on the par-four sixth hole during his opening round at the US Open at Shinnecock Hills.

Entertainment

'Supergirl' brings reluctant and relatable hero to big screen

"Supergirl" star Milly Alcock says the new DC Studios comic book movie humanises its hero.
UAE National Orchestra welcomes audience to celebrate season finale

The UAE National Orchestra will bring its inaugural season to a close next week with a special finale celebrating music, culture and unity.
'Sinatra The Musical' takes audiences on intimate roller-coaster ride

Frank Sinatra's songs and life story come to the London stage in a new West End musical the crooner's daughter says captures the highs and lows of the man behind the myth.
'Toy Story 5' tackles tech tensions and tween girl trials

For actor Joan Cusack, who voices the animated cowgirl Jessie in Disney's "Toy Story 5," it was important that the film tell a different kind of story — one centered on the experiences of girls.
Andrea Bocelli to perform at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix's first Yasalam Classics concert

Italian music legend Maestro Andrea Bocelli will perform at the first Yasalam Classics concert series that aims to add a touch of classical music to the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 race week.

Quirky

Scientists decipher ancient origins of the Euphrates River

Uruk, the world's first metropolis and the birthplace of written language, was nourished by the Euphrates River, as was Babylon, ancient Mesopotamia's grandest city.
Denied US visa to watch World Cup? Get free TV, says Argentine company

Dozens of Argentines who were denied visas to travel to the United States to see the World Cup will at least have a new television, for free, to watch the games.
Mexico City chases world record for largest wave ahead of World Cup

Thousands of people have flooded one of the world's great urban boulevards on Saturday, attempting to set a world record for the Mexican wave, naturally, in the country that gave the beloved stadium ritual its name.
India's viral 'Cockroach' youth group plans street protest in challenge to Modi

The founder of an online Indian youth group that has amassed millions of followers in days said on Monday he plans to take his movement on to the streets with a protest against the education minister and in a show of dissent against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Xi gives Trump rare tour of secret garden at heart of Chinese government

After talks on trade, Taiwan and Iran, Chinese President Xi Jinping showed off the centuries-old trees in Beijing’s walled-off Zhongnanhai compound, where he strolled with US President Donald Trump in the concluding hours of their summit.

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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