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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

• 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.

• Dubai Summer Surprises set for 60 days of citywide activations

  The countdown to Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 is officially underway, with Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment inviting residents and visitors to 'Make it a Dubai Summer' as the festival returns from July 2 to August 30.

• France fines Shein $26 million over consumer rule breaches; Shein to challenge

  France has fined fast-fashion firm Shein about €22 million ($26 million) over issues with returns, product information and order confirmations, a penalty the company described as disproportionate and vowed to challenge.

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UAE

• Dubai launches longevity authority to drive innovation in healthcare, wellness

  Dubai has taken a major step towards becoming a global leader in advanced healthcare and wellness.

• UAE Government accelerates adoption of Agentic AI

  The UAE Government is stepping up efforts to integrate Agentic Artificial Intelligence across federal entities, following directives from President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

• Sheikha Latifa holds talks with Swedish cultural and creative leaders

  Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has held a series of meetings with leading cultural and creative figures during an official visit to Sweden.

• Sheikh Abdullah, US Permanent Representative to UN hold bilateral talks

  Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed strengthening cooperation in a meeting with Ambassador Mike Waltz, Permanent Representative of the US to the UN, in Abu Dhabi.

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International

• US and Iran trade attacks for a second day, undermining shaky ceasefire

  The US and Iran have traded air attacks on Thursday for a second straight day, with President Donald Trump vowing further strikes if Tehran does not immediately agree to a peace deal.

• Kuwait closes airspace due to Iranian attacks

  Kuwait's civil aviation authority has announced the temporary closure of its airspace early on Thursday following Iranian strikes on the country.

• Canada introduces legislation to ban social media for children under 16

  The Canadian government has introduced a digital safety bill on Wednesday that would ban social media for children under 16 with exemptions for platforms that meet certain safety standards, months after Australia enacted the world's first social media ban for young people.

• Congo’s Ebola outbreak spreads to new health zone

  Congo's Ebola outbreak has spread to a new health zone in the northeastern province of Ituri, authorities said on Wednesday, as fresh infections underline sustained transmission more than three weeks after the epidemic was declared.

• GCC Ministerial Council condemns Iranian aggression

  The Gulf Cooperation Council's Ministerial Council has strongly condemned the Iranian drone and ballistic missile attacks targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.

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Business

• Emirates to maintain capacity despite challenges, says Tim Clark

  Emirates will roll out incentives aimed at winning back customers worried about the protracted Iran war, focusing on safety and reliable travel connections rather than lower fares, the airline's President Tim Clark told Reuters on Tuesday.

• UAE nationals to get AED25,000 in VAT savings on new homes

  The expense eligibility on VAT refunds on the costs of constructing new homes for UAE nationals has been expanded under a new initiative by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), with AED 25,000 set for each claim.

• DFM recognised by Switzerland's financial authority as foreign trading venue

  Shares from Swiss-incorporated companies can now be traded on Dubai Financial Market (DFM) after it has been recognised by Switzerland's Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) as a foreign trading venue.

• Apple bets on overdue Siri fix to close AI gap

  Apple has rolled out a long-delayed overhaul of Siri on Monday, betting the upgraded assistant can help close the gap with Big Tech rivals and new-age startups in the crucial AI race.

• Over 3,200 residents purchase first homes under Dubai scheme

  Dubai's First-Time Home Buyer Programme has helped more than 3,200 residents purchase their first homes in the emirate since its launch in July last year.

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Sports

• Knicks cap greatest-ever Finals comeback with OG Anunoby's tip-in

  OG Anunoby's tip-in with 1.2 seconds left Wednesday night has capped the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history, as the New York Knicks stunned the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 to move within one win of a championship.

• FIFA chief Infantino defends visa handling, ticket prices on eve of World Cup

  FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the way soccer's governing body had handled visa issues ahead of the World Cup, saying on Wednesday that it was working to find solutions but could not override government decisions.

• Dubai Basketball fall in Game 3 of ABA League finals

  Dubai Basketball suffered a 70:84 defeat against Partizan in Game 3 of the 2026 ABA League Finals in Belgrade.

• Haiti alter World Cup shirts after FIFA objects to design

  Haiti have changed their World Cup shirts, which depicted a war scene from the country's battle for independence, after FIFA said they had violated its regulations on political speech, manufacturer Saeta said on Wednesday.

• England captain Stokes left out of second test v New Zealand

  England captain Ben Stokes and bowler Gus Atkinson have both been left out of the second test against New Zealand starting next week at The Oval, the ECB said on Wednesday.

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Entertainment

• Taylor Swift surprises with performance at 'Toy Story 5' premiere

  Pop superstar Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance in Hollywood at the premiere of animated movie "Toy Story 5".

• André Reyes' Gipsy Kings to perform at Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena

  Gipsy Kings by André Reyes is heading to Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena on Sunday, June 21 under the 'Viva El Arte' 2026 tour. 

• NASA to wear Prada as luxury group pushes into space industry

  Italian fashion house Prada has unveiled the inner-layer garment set to be worn by NASA astronauts heading to the moon, underscoring the brand's push to be the first major luxury player to make inroads in the space industry.

• 'Schmigadoon!' wins best musical on Broadway's biggest night

  "Schmigadoon!" has won the Tony Award for best musical on Sunday, while more socially driven works dominated other top categories, with “Liberation” taking best play, “Ragtime” best musical revival and John Lithgow best leading actor for “Giant”.

• Hollywood workers rally against Paramount, Warner Bros. deal

  As he spoke at a gathering on Saturday to protest Paramount Skydance's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery , stand-up comedian Adam Conover framed the ongoing media consolidation as an existential threat to an industry that made the United States a cultural power.

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Quirky

• Denied a US visa to watch the World Cup? Have a 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 free television 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.

• New buzz in F1: ancient wasp species named after Piastri

  A newly discovered species of wasp dating from the time of the dinosaurs and found preserved in Burmese amber has been named after McLaren Formula One driver Oscar Piastri.

• Viral fame spares ‘Donald Trump’ buffalo from Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh

  A rare albino buffalo in Bangladesh - nicknamed "Donald Trump" for its distinctive blond tuft - has been spared from Eid Al-Adha sacrifice after a last-minute government intervention, a Home Ministry official 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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