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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

Britain pilots social media bans, time limits and curfews for children

Hundreds of British families will test social media bans, curfews and app time limits to see how they impact children's sleep, family life and schoolwork, the government said on Tuesday.
University of California scientists create cancer-fighting cells in body

Scientists at the University of California have developed a new method to treat blood cancers by reprogramming immune cells directly inside the patient’s body, rather than extracting and processing them in a laboratory.
Italy buys rare Caravaggio portrait after year‑long talks

Italy has bought a rare portrait by baroque master Caravaggio for 30 million euros ($32.7 million), one of the largest sums the state has ever paid for a single artwork, the Culture Ministry said on Tuesday.
Mattel taps into 'KPop Demon Hunters' fan craze with new doll line

Mattel has teased fans of "KPop Demon Hunters" on Tuesday with a new line-up of dolls to be rolled out later this year after it failed to cash in on the success of the runaway Netflix hit over the holiday shopping season.
Osaka opens 'jellyfish season' with stylish win at Australian Open

Twice Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka floated onto Rod Laver Arena in a jellyfish-inspired outfit and claimed a see-sawing 6-3 3-6 6-4 win over Croatian battler Antonia Ruzic to reach the second round at Melbourne Park on Tuesday.

UAE

UAE forces deal with incoming missile, drone threats

UAE air forces have announced early on Sunday that they are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed congratulates Dubai World Cup winner

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has congratulated the United States on the victory of the horse 'Magnitude' at the Dubai World Cup on Saturday.
Emirates Global Aluminium reports significant damage after attack

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) on Saturday announced the company’s Al Taweelah site sustained significant damage during the Iranian missile and drone attacks at Khalifa Economic Zone Abu Dhabi.
UAE air defences engage 20 ballistic missiles, 37 UAVs

The UAE air defences systems on Saturday intercepted 20 ballistic missiles and 37 UAVs launched from Iran.

International

Kuwait International Airport suffers 'significant damage' after drone attacks

Kuwait International Airport has suffered "significant damage" to its radar system after being targeted by multiple drone attacks, according to a statement from Kuwait's General Authority of Civil Aviation.
Israeli strike kills three Lebanese journalists

Israeli forces have killed three Lebanese journalists in southern Lebanon on Saturday in an airstrike that Israel's military said had targeted one of the reporters, with a follow‑up strike on the rescue workers sent to assist them also causing fatalities.
Israeli military kills 15-year-old Palestinian in West Bank

The Israeli military have killed a 15-year-old Palestinian boy near Bethlehem late on Friday, according to the Palestinian health ministry, as violence in the Israeli-occupied West Bank surges.
Yemen's Houthis launch second attack on Israel in less than 24 hours

Yemen's Houthis said they carried out a second attack on Israel in less than 24 hours using missiles and drones.
Russian drones kill four in Ukraine, damage key infrastructure

Russia launched a barrage of drones in waves of attacks on Ukraine, killing four people and damaging gas production facilities, port infrastructure, residential buildings and a maternity hospital, Ukrainian officials said on Saturday.

Business

WTO advances world’s first digital trade rules despite opposition

A group of World Trade Organisation members agreed on Saturday to sidestep adoption hurdles for the world's first baseline on digital trade rules, opting to bring the agreement into force among consenting participants, the WTO said.
Abu Dhabi boosts transparency, governance in real estate sector

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Municipalities and Transport has issued a package of administrative decisions to strengthen transparency, governance and investor protection across the real estate sector.
Dr. Sultan Al Jaber dedicates leadership award to UAE President, frontline workers

Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO, and Executive Chairman of XRG, has received the 2026 Distinguished Global Leadership Award from the Washington D.C.-based Middle East Institute (MEI).
Dubai achieves highest-ever ranking in Global Financial Centres Index

Dubai has achieved its highest ever ranking in the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI), climbing to seventh place, underscoring the emirate’s rise as one of the world's most influential financial hubs and its importance in the global financial system.
Stocks gain with oil prices easing on optimism from possible ceasefire talks

Global equity markets, including from the U.S., Europe and Asia, rose while oil prices fell on Wednesday, as traders cheered news of ceasefire proposals to de-escalate the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Sports

Magnitude wins $12million Dubai World Cup

American challenger 'Magnitude' won the Dubai World Cup on Saturday, taking the $12 million feature race at Meydan Racecourse.
Sabalenka beats Gauff in Miami final, completes 'Sunshine Double'

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka has beaten hometown favourite Coco Gauff 6-2 4-6 6-3 in the Miami Open final on Saturday to join an exclusive club by completing the coveted 'Sunshine Double'.
Eight players leave England camp ahead of Japan friendly

England boss Thomas Tuchel will have no choice but to ring the changes ahead of Tuesday's friendly with Japan at Wembley Stadium after eight players left the camp on Saturday with a variety of health issues and injury concerns.
American Malinin earns Olympic redemption with world gold

American Ilia Malinin has returned to the pinnacle of his sport as he skated to a third world title on Saturday and shrugged off the shock of an eighth-place finish at last month's Olympics.
Kohli and Duffy star as defending champions RCB overpower Hyderabad

India great Virat Kohli and New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy have led from the front as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru opened their 2026 IPL campaign with a commanding six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday.

Entertainment

Taylor Swift and 'Showgirl' dominate iHeartRadio Music Awards

Music superstar Taylor Swift has scored a leading seven trophies at the iHeartRadio Music Awards on Thursday, including artist of the year and best pop album for the upbeat record "The Life of a Showgirl."
Louvre Abu Dhabi launches museum portal for UAE school teachers

Louvre Abu Dhabi has launched the Museum Curriculum Portal designed to enable teachers in UAE public and private schools to create dynamic lessons that connect students with the richness of global and local heritage.
Woman pleads not guilty to attempted murder of Rihanna

A Florida woman pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to the attempted murder of singer Rihanna after authorities said she fired gunshots at the Grammy-winning musician's Los Angeles mansion this month.
Abu Dhabi festival headlined by Shakira postponed due to conflict

Abu Dhabi's Offlimits Music Festival, which was due to be headlined by Shakira and the Jonas Brothers at Etihad Park Yas Island next month, has been postponed until November.
Abu Dhabi's newly expanded Yas Waterworld to unveil UAE's tallest waterslide

Abu Dhabi's newly revamped Yas Waterworld will unveil the UAE’s tallest waterslide offering a plunge from over 40 metres, when it officially open its doors to the public on April 4.

Quirky

Abandoned baby monkey finds comfort in stuffed orangutan, charming zoo visitors

At a zoo outside Tokyo, the monkey enclosure has become a must-see attraction thanks to an inseparable pair: Punch, a baby Japanese macaque, and his stuffed orangutan companion.
Doberman named Penny wins Westminster dog show

Penny, a 4-year-old Doberman pinscher, won Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show on Tuesday, capturing the most prestigious dog show prize in the United States.
Japan-born pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei arrive home in China's Sichuan

Giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei arrived in Sichuan province on Wednesday, China's panda research base said in a social media post, leaving Japan without pandas for the first time since 1972 at a moment of tense relations between the two nations.
Accidental 'crying horse' toy wins hearts in China

At Yiwu International Trade City, China’s largest wholesale market, customers crowd into a small shop searching for an unlikely bestseller ahead of the Lunar New Year.
Macron's 'Top Gun' shades charm internet as leaders wrangle over Greenland

French President Emmanuel Macron's aviator sunglasses have caught the eye, with social media users debating his choice of a "Top Gun" look as he criticised US President Donald Trump over Greenland during his speech in Davos.

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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