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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

• Hamdan Centre students to represent UAE in First Lego League finals

  The Hamdan Centre for Giftedness and Innovation team have secured first place in the national qualifiers of the First Lego League (FLL) competition, held at Raffles Hotel in Dubai, and will represent the UAE at the international championship, set to take place in Houston, USA, in April.

• Dubai welcomes over 18 million visitors in 2024

  Dubai welcomed 18.72 million international overnight visitors from January to December 2024, a 9 per cent year-over-year (YoY) increase that surpasses the previous record of 17.15 million in 2023, according to data from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).

• Lost suitcase containing AED25,000 tracked down by Dubai Police

  A suitcase of an Egyptian traveller which contained his travel documents and $7,000, lost after he mistakenly took another similar bag from a female traveller at Dubai International Airport, was traced and returned to him within half an hour, Dubai Police said on Sunday.

• Louvre Abu Dhabi welcomed 1.4m visitors in 2024

  Louvre Abu Dhabi recorded more than 1.4 million visitors in 2024, marking its highest attendance since its grand opening and bringing the total visitor count to more than six million.

• Global Village to bring beloved Emirati tradition to life

  Global Village, the region’s premier multicultural family destination is set to deliver a spectacular 'Hag Al Leila', an Emirati traditional celebration that marks the countdown to the holy month of Ramadan.

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UAE

• UAE authorities airlift 3 passengers in separate motorcycle incidents

  Three people have been airlifted to hospital following three separate motorcycle incidents in Sharjah, in the space of 24 hours, the UAE’s Ministry of Interior confirmed.

• UAE leaders welcome World Governments Summit attendees

  The UAE's leaders have welcomed the guests of the World Governments Summit 2025, which begins in Dubai on February 11, with record-breaking international participation.

• Dubai Customs foils 1.2 tonnes drug smuggling attempt

  Dubai Customs has successfully intercepted 1.2 tonnes of psychoactive substances at the emirate’s air cargo terminal, preventing a major smuggling attempt.

• Dubai's public parks welcome record visitor numbers

  Dubai Municipality has announced that its parks and recreational facilities attracted over 31 million visitors in 2024, marking a 7% increase from the previous year.

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International

• Trump raises tariffs on aluminum and steel imports

  US President Donald Trump substantially raised tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to a flat 25 per cent "without exceptions or exemptions" in a move to aid the struggling industries but which increases the risk of a multi-front trade war.

• Hamas to delay hostage releases accusing Israel of ceasefire violations

  Hamas announced on Monday it would stop releasing Israeli hostages until further notice over what it said were Israeli violations of the ceasefire agreement.

• Russia launches drone attacks on Kyiv, Sumy

  Overnight Russian drone attacks sparked a fire in Kyiv and injured a woman and damaged several houses in the northeastern city of Sumy, Ukrainian officials said on Monday.

• US wants to own Gaza, says President Trump

  US President Donald Trump said on Sunday he is committed to buying and owning Gaza, but could allow sections of the war-ravaged land to be rebuilt by other states in the Middle East.

• Trump to announce 25% steel and aluminum tariffs

  US President Donald Trump said he will introduce new 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the US, on top of existing metals duties, in another major escalation of his trade policy overhaul.

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Business

• Musk-led group makes $97.4 bln bid for control of OpenAI

  A consortium led by Elon Musk offered $97.4 billion (AED 357 trillion) to buy the nonprofit that controls OpenAI, another salvo in the billionaire's fight to block the artificial intelligence startup from transitioning to a for-profit firm.

• DEWA announces record AED 30.98 bln revenue

  Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) recorded consolidated full year revenue, for 2024, of AED 30.98 billion, EBITDA of AED 15.70 billion and net profit after tax of AED 7.24 billion.

• Aviation sector contributes $4.1 trillion to global economy

  The UAE's Minister of Economy and Chairman of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), on Monday emphasised the aviation sector's critical role in the global economy, noting that it accounts for 12 to 13 per cent of GDP in some countries and supports millions of jobs worldwide.

• Paris AI summit draws world leaders

  World leaders and technology executives are convening in Paris on Monday to discuss how to safely embrace artificial intelligence at a time of mounting resistance to red tape that businesses say stifles innovation.

• 16% growth in new economic licences in Abu Dhabi during 2024

  The Abu Dhabi Registration and Licensing Authority (ADRA), which develops and regulates the business sector, on Monday revealed significant growth in business licences and compliance indicators in the Emirate's mainland and non-financial economic free zones during 2024.

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Sports

• FA Cup giant-killers Plymouth draw Man City

  FA Cup giant-killers Plymouth Argyle drew Premier League champions Manchester City on Monday as the second tier side's fifth round reward for a shock defeat of Liverpool on Sunday.

• Isaiah Taylor shines as Dubai Basketball win on the road again

  Isaiah Taylor was among the stars to impress as Dubai Basketball celebrated another win on the road, defeating Serbia’s Spartak 90-84 in a thrilling game – their 15th victory of the season.

• Dubai Capitals crowned DP World ILT20 Season 3 champions

  The Dubai Capitals overcame last season’s heartbreak to claim their first ILT20 title with a four-wicket win over the Desert Vipers in Sunday’s final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

• Eagles deny Chiefs historic three-peat in thumping Super Bowl win

  The Philadelphia Eagles obliterated the Kansas City Chiefs’ bid to become the first NFL team to win three consecutive Super Bowls with a blowout 40-22 win in New Orleans on Sunday.

• Plymouth seal stunning FA Cup victory over Liverpool

  Plymouth Argyle head coach Miron Muslic was lost for words after his struggling second-tier side knocked out Premier League leaders Liverpool from the FA Cup fourth round with a 1-0 win on Sunday.

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Entertainment

• Police in India pull plug on Ed Sheeran's impromptu street concert

  A street performance by Ed Sheeran in India's tech capital of Bengaluru was stopped abruptly by police on Sunday, outraging fans and prompting the British singer to issue a clarification.

• Kendrick Lamar performs at Super Bowl halftime show

  Rapper Kendrick Lamar entertained a packed stadium crowd and audiences around the world watching the Super Bowl on Sunday, teasing and then delivering his ubiquitous, Grammy-winning diss track "Not Like Us".

• Sarah Michelle Gellar confirms Buffy The Vampire Slayer revival

  Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar has confirmed that the hit 90s TV series Buffy The Vampire Slayer is set for a return. The actress, who famously played Buffy Summers, shared details about the show's revival via social media.

• Spotify, Warner Music Group sign new multi-year distribution deal

  Spotify and Warner Music Group, which owns labels behind artists such as Ed Sheeran and Dua Lipa, signed a new multi-year deal for recording and publishing music, the companies said.

• Marvel Studios unveils 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' trailer

  Marvel Studios has released the first trailer of their upcoming blockbuster superhero flick "The Fantastic Four: First Steps".

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Quirky

• Australian lawmaker changes name to 'Aussie Trump'

  An Australian state lawmaker has changed his name to "Aussie Trump", in what he said was a protest against the country's ruling centre-left Labor Party.

• 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.

• 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.

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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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