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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

UAE launches consular support for Golden Visa holders

The UAE has announced a suite of consular services exclusively for Golden Visa holders, expanding support for them at home and abroad.
Abu Dhabi unveils world’s first AI public servant

Abu Dhabi has unveiled the world’s first AI public servant at GITEX Global 2025 as part of the latest upgrade to the emirate's TAMM super app.
Donald Trump praises role of UAE in Gaza peace plan

US President Donald Trump commended the UAE's prominent role in supporting his peace plan to end the war in Gaza during his speech at the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit in Egypt on Monday.
UAE President calls for nationwide rain prayers on Friday

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed all mosques across the country to perform rain prayers on Friday October 17.

International

Gaza ceasefire outlook darkens as Israel delays aid and Hamas tightens grip

Israel restricted aid into Gaza and kept the enclave's border shut on Tuesday while re-emergent Hamas fighters demonstrated their grip by executing men in the street, darkening the outlook for US President Donald Trump's plan to end the war.
Bangladesh garment factory fire kills 16

A fire broke out at a garment factory in Bangladesh and a chemical warehouse adjacent to it on Tuesday, killing at least 16 people and wounding one, with the death toll expected to rise as rescue efforts continued, officials said.
Israel says it opens fire on suspects in Gaza, local authorities report six killed

Israel's military said it opened fire on Tuesday to remove a threat posed by suspects who approached its forces in the northern Gaza Strip, and health authorities in the enclave said at least six Palestinians had been killed by Israeli fire.
Madagascar's military takes power, fleeing president impeached

An army commander who led a mutiny in Madagascar said on Tuesday the military had taken power after President Andry Rajoelina was impeached by lawmakers and forced to flee the country following weeks of youth-led protests.
Arab Parliament welcomes signing of Gaza Ceasefire Agreement

The Arab Parliament has welcomed the signing of the Gaza Ceasefire Agreement at the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit, calling it a historic step towards ending the two-year war and bringing peace to the region.

Business

GITEX expands to Latin America

GITEX is going global once again — this time heading to Latin America — with GITEX LATAM set to debut in São Paulo, Brazil in March 2027.
EU fines Gucci, Chloe and Loewe for fixing resale prices

Gucci, Chloe and Loewe have been fined a total of 157 million euros ($182 million) by the European Union's antitrust watchdog for fixing the resale prices of their retail partners.
Google to invest $10 billion in data centre and AI project in India

Alphabet Inc's Google will invest $10 billion to set up a massive data centre and artificial intelligence hub in Andhra Pradesh, officials from the southern Indian state said, marking its biggest such investment in the South Asian nation.
Dubizzle to offer 30% stake in Dubai IPO

Dubizzle Group Holdings has announced plans to offer a 30.34 per cent stake through an initial public offering (IPO) on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM).
Dubai Healthcare City unveils AED 1.3 billion expansion plan

Dubai Healthcare City is set for a major expansion, with a new AED 1.3 billion development plan announced for its Phase 1 zone.

Sports

Qatar defeat UAE to secure World Cup spot

Qatar beat the UAE 2-1 in the fourth round of Asian qualifying on Tuesday to seal a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ancelotti calls for mental resilience after Brazil's first loss to Japan

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has urged his players to develop greater mental resilience after they suffered a shock 3-2 defeat by Japan in Tokyo on Tuesday, their first-ever loss to the Asian side.
Dubai T100 unveils scenic new race route, course maps

With just one month to go until the Dubai T100 returns as a headline event of this year’s Dubai Fitness Challenge, the official race course maps have now been released, and they are set against some of the city’s most iconic views.
UAE face Qatar in crucial World Cup qualifiers

Just days after securing a 2-1 victory over Oman, the UAE is closer to making their World Cup dream come true as they face Qatar in Doha's Jassim bin Hamad Stadium on Tuesday.
India beat West Indies by seven wickets to sweep series

A dominant India completed a 2-0 series sweep against West Indies following their seven-wicket victory in the final test at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday.

Entertainment

Global Village invites guests to 'A More Wonderful World'

Global Village, the region's premier multicultural family destination is set to welcome guests to 'A More Wonderful World' as it ushers in its much anticipated 30th season on Wednesday at 6:00 pm.
Tributes pour in for US actress Diane Keaton

Goldie Hawn, Steve Martin, Jane Fonda and Ben Stiller have led tributes to Hollywood legend Diane Keaton, following her death aged 79.
Dubai launches special visa, passport stamp as Global Village turns 30

Dubai is marking the 30th anniversary of Global Village with a unique initiative for visitors and residents.
George Clooney pulls from personal experience to play filmstar in 'Jay Kelly'

Two-time Oscar winner George Clooney drew from his own life to play a Hollywood legend in his new movie "Jay Kelly".
Dolly Parton says 'I ain't dead yet' after sister sparked alarm

Country singer Dolly Parton sought to reassure fans about her health on Wednesday after comments by her sister stoked concern that the Grammy winner was near death.

Quirky

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.
Bulgarian village draws Chinese tourists for its famed yoghurt

Every year, hundreds of Chinese tourists flock to the Bulgarian mountain village of Momchilovtsi for a festival celebrating the local yoghurt, which is renowned for its health benefits and has become a hit among consumers in China.
Italy exhibition explores how sound helps us to savour food

An exhibition in northern Italy is expanding traditional ideas about taste by exploring how sound influences the way people experience their food.

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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