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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

• National Youth Orchestra Dubai makes history with Vienna debut

  The National Youth Orchestra Dubai’s Strings Camerata has successfully concluded its debut performances at some of Vienna’s most prestigious concert halls, including the Wiener Konzerthaus, the Musikverein (Golden Hall), and the ORF RadioKulturhaus.

• SeaWorld Abu Dhabi celebrates birth of region's first walrus calf

  SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, has announced the arrival of a healthy Pacific walrus calf, the newest addition to the marine life theme park’s Arctic realm.

• Green Planet Dubai brings back overnight camping adventures

  Green Planet Dubai has brought back its 'Camping in the Rainforest' experience, with an overnight adventure combining close-up wildlife encounters and hands-on nature until October.

• 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.

• Swatch's Royal Pop launch triggers consumer frenzy as resale prices soar

  Swiss watchmaker Swatch was forced to shut stores and cap queues after the launch of its Royal Pop pocket watch in collaboration with Audemars Piguet drew large crowds and triggered brawls among shoppers.

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UAE

• UAE affirms situation remains stable, missile threats detected outside border

  The National Emergency and Crisis Management Authority (NCEMA) has stated that the situation across the UAE remains stable with "no indications of concern", and clarified that the Iranian missile threats detected early on Sunday were outside the country's borders.

• UAE leaders offer condolences on passing of former Qatari Emir

  UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has extended his condolences to Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on the passing of his father and former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

• UAE air forces respond to Iranian missile, drone attacks

  The UAE's Ministry of Defence has announced early on Sunday that its air defence systems are actively responding to missile and drone threats approaching from Iran.

• UAE discusses regional developments with Qatar and Jordan

  The United Arab Emirates held separate conversations with delegates from Qatar and Jordan on Saturday to discuss the latest developments in the region.

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International

• Former Emir of Qatar dies at 74

  Qatari former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at the age of 74, the nation's Amiri Diwan, its top government body, said on Sunday.

• US launches fresh strikes against Iran, Gulf states under attack

  The US military has launched strikes on Iran after it struck a container ship on Sunday, while Tehran said it had closed the Strait of Hormuz again and some Gulf states announced they are under attack.

• Three injured in Iranian attacks on Qatar

  Qatar's Ministry of Interior has announced that three people have sustained injuries as a result of falling debris from interception operations against Iranian missiles and drones on Sunday.

• Two children die after ferry hits bridge in eastern Syria

  At least two children have been killed after a ferry carrying more than 35 people collided with a bridge while crossing the Euphrates River in the eastern Syrian city of Deir al-Zor on Sunday, the Syrian Civil Defence said.

• US senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71

  US Senator Lindsey Graham, a key Republican who went from a vocal critic of Donald Trump to one of his most loyal allies on Capitol Hill after Trump became president, has died at age 71.

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Business

• UAE welcomes US decision to upgrade its export control designation

  The UAE has welcomed the US government's decision to elevate the UAE to an 'A5' export control designation, highlighting that it advances the decades of bilateral cooperation in technology, security, trade and investment.

• Meta scraps AI image feature days after launch following privacy backlash

  Meta said it is discontinuing an AI feature launched this week that allowed users to generate images using public Instagram accounts, after drawing widespread criticism over privacy concerns, including from a Hollywood union.

• New Zealand, India upgrade ties as PM Modi visits Auckland

  Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon upgraded their nations' diplomatic ties on Saturday, as Modi seeks to bolster New Delhi's ties in the Asia-Pacific region.

• Flydubai resumes flights to Syria's Aleppo after 14 years

  Flydubai is expanding its network in Syria with the launch of a new daily non-stop service to Aleppo.

• UAE's e& to sell Vodafone stake for nearly $6 billion

  UAE telecoms group e& said on Friday it has agreed to sell its stake in Vodafone for $5.95 billion to the family group of French billionaire Xavier Niel, ending its investment in the British firm after a review of its international portfolio.

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Sports

• Argentina oust Switzerland in extra time to reach semifinals

  Argentina's Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored deep in extra time to secure a dramatic 3-1 quarter-final win over 10-man Switzerland on Saturday and set up a heavyweight last-four clash against England in Atlanta on Wednesday.

• Conor McGregor's long-awaited UFC return ends with another leg injury

  While Max Holloway spoiled Conor McGregor's highly anticipated five-year return Saturday night in the main event at UFC 329, he took a bold approach to his immediate UFC future following his welterweight debut.

• Bellingham double fires England past Norway into World Cup semis

  Jude Bellingham scored twice, including the extra-time winner, as England ground out a 2-1 victory over a battling Norway side at Miami Stadium on Saturday to reach the World Cup semi-finals for the fourth time.

• Noskova shakes off nerves to beat Muchova in Wimbledon final

  Linda Noskova recovered from an attack of nerves that saw her squander five match points in the second set as she completed a 6-2 5-7 6-3 win over fellow Czech Karolina Muchova in a roller-coaster Wimbledon women's singles final on Saturday.

• South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies aged 25

  South Africa international midfielder Jayden Adams, who featured in all three of his side's group stage games at the 2026 World Cup, has died, the country's sports ministry said on Saturday.

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Entertainment

• Anthony Hopkins, 88, signs record deal as a composer

  Two-time Oscar winner Anthony Hopkins released his first classical music single on Friday after signing a record deal as a composer.

• Welsh pop singer Bonnie Tyler dies aged 75

  The gravelly tone that made Bonnie Tyler's singing instantly recognisable was the result of an accident.

• 'Dune: Part Three': Behind-the-scene footage showcases stunning Abu Dhabi

  Soon after the trailer of 'Dune: Part Three' was released, Abu Dhabi Film Commission (ADFC) shared behind-the-scenes footage of filming at Liwa Desert that brings Arrakis to life in the final chapter in Denis Villeneuve's epic saga.

• Justin Bieber added to World Cup final's halftime show

  FIFA has confirmed on Wednesday that Justin Bieber will join the star-studded lineup for the World Cup final halftime show.

• 'The Pitt' and 'Hacks' top Emmy nominations list

  Emergency room drama 'The Pitt' led this year's Emmy nominations, announced on Wednesday, with 25 nods, while the final season of 'Hacks' earned 24 nominations, a record-setting haul for a comedy in a single year.

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Quirky

• Emirates passengers consume 64 million pieces of chocolate in one year

  Emirates Airlines revealed on Monday that its passengers consumed more than 64 million pieces of chocolate in one year, an increase of 4 million pieces of chocolate, or 6.6 per cent.

• Atlas, the humanoid robot, delivers match ball at World Cup

  The World Cup has seen superstars, pitch invaders, heartbreak and joy across its 96 years — and, on Sunday, it got a robot.

• Eating champion Chestnut defends title but blames heat for lower tally

  Champion eater Joey Chestnut successfully defended his title on Saturday despite consuming fewer hot dogs than a year earlier.

• 'Vanishingly rare' copy of US Declaration of Independence unearthed in UK archives

  A "vanishingly rare" copy of the Declaration of Independence has been found in London, dug up in archives holding documents from the British capture of an American privateer ship in 1776, just as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary.

• Relocating 6 million Singapore bees and counting, one nest at a time

  Armed with nothing but a bandana and his bare hands, 42-year-old Clarence Chua rescues bees, scooping them from nests into wooden boxes to relocate them, sometimes to his own backyard.

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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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