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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

New additions to Yas Waterworld to open this summer

The expansion of Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi is set to open to the public this summer, it was announced at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai on Monday.
Abu Dhabi book fair returns with major lineup and themes

The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is back for its 34th edition, now open at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and running until May 5.
World’s top architecture prize comes to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi will host the prestigious 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize ceremony, marking a first for the UAE and the Middle East.
Dubai welcomes new lifestyle hub with Nad Al Sheba Mall

Dubai’s retail scene just got bigger, with Dubai Holding Asset Management officially opening the Nad Al Sheba Mall — a vibrant lifestyle destination in the heart of Nad Al Sheba.
Unique pop culture fest set to launch in Dubai

Dubai is set to welcome a brand-new pop culture event this week with the launch of the JPEX Entertainment Exhibition.

UAE

UAE President receives Lebanese counterpart

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, in his first official visit to the country since taking office.
UAE authorities conduct air ambulance mission in Oman

Emirati authorities carried out an air ambulance mission for an injured person who "suffered a sudden health problem" in Oman, it was announced on Wednesday.
UAE President holds talks with Ecuadorian leader

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the President of the Republic of Ecuador, Daniel Noboa, met on Wednesday to discuss strengthening cooperation in economy, trade, renewable energy, sustainability, investment, tourism, and agriculture.
UAE stops attempt to smuggle weapons to Sudanese Armed Forces

The UAE security services have foiled an attempt to smuggle weapons and military equipment to the Sudanese Armed Forces through an airport in the country.

International

Israel says it carried out warning strike in defence of Druze in Syria

Israel said it carried out a warning strike against an extremist group that was preparing to attack Druze in Syria, following through on its pledge to protect the minority group as violence spread in Druze areas near Damascus on Wednesday.
One killed, 46 injured as Russian drones attack Ukraine's Kharkiv and Dnipro

Swarms of Russian drones attacked the Ukrainian cities of Kharkiv and Dnipro late on Tuesday, killing at least one person and injuring at least 46, officials said.
Blaze in hotel in India's Kolkata kills 14

At least 14 people died in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata late on Tuesday when a fire blazed through a six-storey hotel in a congested neighbourhood, authorities said.
Spain, Portugal switch back on and search for answers after major blackout

Spain and Portugal switched their power back on after the worst blackout in their history, though authorities offered little explanation for what had caused it or how they would prevent it from happening again.
Israeli domestic intelligence chief says will resign on June 15

The head of Israel's domestic intelligence agency, Ronen Bar, announced he will resign on June 15 amid pressure from Prime Minister Netanyahu and ongoing legal proceedings.

Business

Sharjah Airport welcomed 4.5 million travelers in Q1

Sharjah Airport welcomed more than 4.5 million travellers in the first quarter of this year, an 8 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.
Trump says 'be patient' as US economy contracts on tariff disruption

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Americans should be patient in the face of a first quarter economic contraction, arguing that his tariffs would eventually lead to a boom in the U.S. economy.
DXB delivers a strong start to 2025 with 23.4 million guests in Q1

Dubai International (DXB) welcomed 23.4 million guests in the first quarter of 2025, maintaining strong momentum and reinforcing its position as the world’s leading international airport.
H.H. Sheikh Khaled meets OpenAI CFO in Abu Dhabi

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, held talks with OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar in the capital.
Aldar reports AED1.9 billion net profit in Q1 2025

Aldar Properties today announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, reporting a 33 per cent year-on-year increase in profit before tax to AED 2.2 billion, with net profit after tax rising by 22 per cent year-on-year to AED 1.9 billion.

Sports

Chelsea FC signs partnership with DAMAC Properties

Chelsea Football Club on Wednesday announced it has signed a long-term global partnership with DAMAC Properties.
Advantage PSG as Dembele seals narrow win at Arsenal

Paris St Germain took a big step towards reaching the Champions League final as Ousmane Dembele's early goal sealed a 1-0 win at Arsenal in a tense first leg of the semi-final on Tuesday.
Djokovic's Rome pullout a worrying sign, says Courier

Novak Djokovic's shock withdrawal from next week's Italian Open should be a huge worry for the 24-times Grand Slam champion's fans as he heads to the French Open without winning a match on clay this season, former Roland Garros winner Jim Courier said.
Yas Heat launches initiative to discover young motor racing talent

Yas Heat Racing Academy, part of Yas Marina Circuit, has launched a new national initiative named "Al Sabq" that aims to discover and develop the next generation of Emirati motorsport talent.
India greats welcome 'rise of a phenom' in teen sensation Suryavanshi

India batting great Sachin Tendulkar led the plaudits for 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi after the Rajasthan Royals batter became the youngest centurion in men's Twenty20 cricket with a knock for the ages in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Entertainment

Abu Dhabi takes centre stage in latest instalment of 'Now You See Me'

Abu Dhabi's iconic landmarks have featured in the trailer of "Now You See Me: Now You Don’t", the third film in the hit franchise.
Beyonce delivers a rousing kickoff to her 'Cowboy Carter' tour

Singer Beyonce launched her "Cowboy Carter" stadium tour on Monday, rolling through "Texas Hold 'Em" and other country-inspired hits and sharing the stage with her two daughters.
Cyndi Lauper, Chubby Checker chosen for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Pop star Cyndi Lauper, "The Twist" singer Chubby Checker and grunge rock band Soundgarden were among the acts chosen for induction this year into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone lead American Music Awards nominations

Rapper Kendrick Lamar has earned a leading 10 nominations for the American Music Awards, including nods for artist of the year and song of the year for his Grammy-winning track "Not Like Us".
Sharjah Children's Reading Festival brings new chapter of surprises

From a Sherlock Holmes-themed mystery zone to an interactive museum on dinosaur exploration, this year's Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival promises an interesting range of activities for the young minds.

Quirky

Herd of animal puppets treks from Africa to Arctic Circle for climate action

Hundreds of life-size animal puppets have begun a journey from central Africa to the Arctic Circle to raise awareness of the climate crisis.
Elite 5,000 year-old woman's tomb unearthed in coastal Peru

Archaeologists in coastal Peru have discovered the 5,000-year-old remains of a woman who may have belonged to the upper echelons of the ancient Caral civilisation, a find they say points to the importance of women in the city some five millennia earlier.
China pits humanoid robots against humans in half-marathon

Twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of runners at the Yizhuang half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday, the first time these machines have raced alongside humans over a 21-km (13-mile) course.
Scientists find strongest evidence yet of life on an alien planet

In a potential landmark discovery, scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope have obtained what they call the strongest signs yet of possible life beyond our solar system, detecting in an alien planet's atmosphere the chemical fingerprints of gases that on Earth are produced only by biological processes.
Unclaimed luggage firm finds 'Goonies' script, Rolex, glass eye

A script from the 1985 movie 'The Goonies', a $20,000 (AED 73,00) Rolex, a glass eye and a 1944 letter signed by Eleanor Roosevelt are some of the items found by a company specialising in unclaimed travel cases, a new report said.

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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