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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

Prada layers winter jackets over light dresses at Milan show

Prada's autumn/winter show in Milan on Thursday has included embroidered satin dresses, sheer skirts, and wool sweaters, while the front row presence of Mark Zuckerberg fuelled speculation about a potential smart glasses partnership.
Sportswear brand On launches South Korea robot factory to tackle supply chain risk

Sportswear brand On Running has opened a factory in Busan, South Korea using robots to make running shoes and plans more robot factories in the United States and Europe as it tries to speed up manufacturing and delivery, the company said on Wednesday.
Al Fahidi Fort to reopen after major restoration project

Dubai’s oldest surviving building, Al Fahidi Fort, is moving closer to reopening after a major restoration project, with officials confirming the historic site is expected to welcome visitors again in the first half of 2026.
Dubai’s Museum of the Future reaches five million visitors since opening

Dubai’s Museum of the Future has attracted nearly five million visitors since opening in February 2022, according to officials, marking four years since the landmark attraction launched.
Michael Kors brings 'New York chic' to NY Fashion Week

Michael Kors has launched its fall/winter collection on Thursday during New York Fashion Week as models in wool coats and monochromatic sweaters walked the runway carrying feathered bags.

UAE

Drone strike hits Al Salam Naval base warehouse, no casualties reported

The UAE Ministry of Defense announced that specialised teams responded to an incident resulting from the targeting of a warehouse at Al Salam Naval Base in Abu Dhabi by two Iranian drones on Sunday, leading to a fire in two containers storing general materials.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan discusses regional security with Defence ministers of Kuwait and Qatar

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, held telephone discussions with Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs and Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al Salem Al Sabah, Kuwait’s Minister of Defence.
UAE intercepts 165 ballistic missiles, 541 drones

The UAE's defence forces have intercepted 165 ballistic missiles, 2 cruise missiles, and 541 drones since the start of the Iranian attack, with 3 people killed and 58 injured during the strikes.
UAE advises private sector to work remotely until Tuesday

The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has advised the private sector to implement remote working arrangements for employees for a period of three days starting from Sunday, March 1, until Tuesday, March 3.

International

Iran's supreme leader Khamenei killed in US-Israeli strikes

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in US-Israeli strikes, Iranian state media said on Sunday.
Oman Port targeted by two drones

Two drones have targeted Oman's commercial port of Duqm, according to a security official.
Iran's military chief killed during US-Israeli strikes

Iran's state TV has reported the death of several leaders of the armed forces and the Revolutionary Guard during the US-Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday, including the armed forces' Chief of Staff Abdolrahim Mousavi.
Qatar intercepts 63 Iranian missiles, 11 drones; affirms right to respond

Qatar Armed Forces have successfully repelled a large-scale Iranian attack targeting its territory with 65 ballistic missiles and 12 drones, strongly condemning what it described as a dangerous escalation and affirming its full and legitimate right to respond.
US and Israel launch strikes on Iran

The United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran on Saturday, targeting its leadership and dimming hopes of a diplomatic solution to Tehran's nuclear dispute with the West.

Business

Abu Dhabi to cover costs of extended hotel stays after missile strikes

Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism has issued an official circular to hotel managers across the emirate instructing them to extend the stays of guests who are unable to depart due to travel disruptions following missile and drone attacks from Iran.
Oil jumps 10% on Iran conflict and could spike to $100 a barrel, analysts say

Brent crude LCOc1 jumped 10% to about $80 a barrel over the counter on Sunday, oil traders said, while analysts predicted that prices could climb as high as $100 after U.S. and Israeli launched strikes on Iran.
IMF approves $8.1 billion loan for Ukraine

The International Monetary Fund's executive board has approved an $8.1 billion, four-year loan for Ukraine on Thursday, with $1.5 billion to be disbursed immediately to help keep the government running as its war against Russia's invasion drags into a fifth year.
Paramount Skydance wins Warner Bros, Netflix walks away

Paramount Skydance has emerged as the winner in a months-long battle to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, after streaming giant Netflix on Thursday refused to raise its bid for the storied Hollywood studio.
Dubai's flydubai reports record AED2.2 billion pre-tax profit in 2025

Dubai carrier flydubai has posted a strong 2025 performance driven by record revenue, passenger growth and strategic network expansion, with profit before tax reported at AED2.2 billion ($591 million).

Sports

Daniil Medvedev handed Dubai title after Griekspoor withdrawal

Daniil Medvedev has been awarded the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships title on Saturday afternoon after Tallon Griekspoor was forced to withdraw due to an injury.
England beat New Zealand to keep Pakistan's T20 World Cup hopes alive

Rehan Ahmed and Will Jacks' rapid 44-run partnership turned the game as England chased down a target of 160 with three balls to spare and beat New Zealand by four wickets in the Twenty20 World Cup Super Eights on Friday.
Medvedev to face Griekspoor in bid for second Dubai title

Daniil Medvedev reached the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships final on Friday and will face unseeded Tallon Griekspoor as the Russian attempts to achieve something that has eluded him throughout his stellar career - winning the same tournament twice.
Real Madrid face Man City again in Champions League knockouts

Manchester City were drawn against Real Madrid in the Champions League knockout phase for the sixth time since the 2019-20 season after the draw for the last 16, quarter-finals and semi-finals was made on Friday.
India defeat Zimbabwe to revive T20 World Cup hopes

A rampant India piled up a record total and handed Zimbabwe a 72‑run thrashing in a Super Eight contest on Thursday to revive their Twenty20 World Cup title defence.

Entertainment

Netflix and Apple TV join forces on F1 content

Netflix will broadcast the Canadian Formula One Grand Prix live to US viewers in May as part of a deal that makes season eight of its hit docu-series 'Drive to Survive' available for streaming on Apple TV.
Flavor Flav to host event honoring US women's hockey team

Rapper Flavor Flav will host a Las Vegas event in July to honour the US women's ice hockey team's gold medal victory at the Milano Cortina Olympics.
Korean director Park Chan-wook to lead Cannes jury

Award-winning Korean director Park Chan-wook will preside over the jury of the 79th Cannes Film Festival, the organisers said on Thursday.
Rock band The Beach Boys to celebrate 60 years of 'Pet Sounds' in Dubai

Marking more than half a century of making music, American rock band The Beach Boys will celebrate the 60th anniversary of their renowned album 'Pet Sounds' at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on June 11.
Anderson .Paak mixes culture and comedy in film 'K-Pops!'

Grammy award-winning rapper and singer, Anderson .Paak is exploring his Korean roots with his directorial debut film "K-Pops!", which is due for release in US theatres on Friday.

Quirky

Dancing robots bring support, company to Barcelona elderly

Barcelona resident Irene Veglison had not danced for more than two decades until a robot moved into her home three months ago.
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.

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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