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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

Shah Rukh Khan heading to Dubai's Global Village

Global Village, the region’s top multicultural family destination, is set to host Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan later this month.
Dubai Municipality launches second Hatta Farming Festival

Dubai Municipality has launched the second edition of the Hatta Farming Festival as part of the ‘Dubai Farms’ programme.
Global Village ramps up the fun with The Wonderers’ Kids Fest

Global Village, the region’s top multicultural family destination, is gearing up for the return of the highly anticipated "The Wonderers’ Kids Fest.
Sharjah plants 11,600 mangrove trees in Khor Kalba

The Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in Sharjah has planted 11,600 mangrove seedlings over the last two weeks, as the emirate intensifies efforts to promote environmental sustainability and foster eco-friendly practices.
India opens giant Hindu festival for 400 million pilgrims

Vast crowds of Hindu pilgrims in India began bathing in sacred waters on Monday as the Kumbh Mela festival opened, with organisers expecting 400 million people - the largest gathering of humanity.

UAE

UAE calls for tolerance and peace at UNSC Debate

The UAE has called for strengthening national counter-terrorism capacities through African-led initiatives at the UNSC Open Debate on Countering Terrorism in Africa and promoting tolerance and peaceful coexistence.
Special Envoy of Minister of Foreign Affairs congratulates Palau President

Special Envoy of the UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs to the Caribbean and Pacific States, Omar Shehadeh, has attended the inauguration ceremony of the President and new government of Palau.
UAE expresses solidarity with Turkey following hotel fire

The UAE has expressed its heartfelt condolences and solidarity with Turkey following a deadly hotel fire in Bolu Province, which claimed the lives of dozens and left many others injured.
MBRGI pledges AED 36.7 million in support of UNHCR projects

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) has pledged AED 36.7 million to support sustainable projects and programmes by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, to assist forcibly displaced communities.

International

Nine killed as Israel launches West Bank military operation

Israeli security forces backed by helicopters raided the volatile West Bank city of Jenin on Tuesday, killing at least nine Palestinians in what Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called a, "large-scale and significant military operation".
Trump announces private-sector $500 bn AI investment

US President Donald Trump has announced a private sector investment of up to $500 billion (AED1.8 trillion) to fund infrastructure for artificial intelligence, aiming to outpace rival nations in the business-critical technology.
Israeli army chief resigns over security breach in Hamas' October attack

Israel's army chief Herzi Halevi said on Tuesday he would resign on March 6, taking responsibility for the massive security lapse on October 7, 2023, when Hamas gunmen from Gaza carried out a cross-border attack on Israel.
Turkish ski resort fire kills 76

A fire at a ski resort hotel in Turkey's Bolu mountains killed 76 people and injured dozens on Tuesday, forcing panicked guests to jump out of windows in the middle of the night.
Trump orders US exit from World Health Organization

The United States will exit the World Health Organization (WHO), President Donald Trump said on Monday, saying the global health agency had mishandled the COVID-19 pandemic and other international health crises.

Business

ADNOC Distribution expands service station solar power project

ADNOC Distribution announced on Tuesday the launch of the second phase of its service station solarisation programme in collaboration with Emerge, a joint venture between Masdar and the EDF Group.
Emirates cancels Houston flights due to severe weather

Emirates has cancelled some flights to and from Houston, Texas, due to severe weather conditions. The airline confirmed that flights EK211 and EK212, both due to take off on Tuesday, have been affected.
TikTok restores US service after Trump says "we have to save it"

TikTok began restoring its services on Sunday after President-elect Donald Trump said he would revive the app's access in the US when he returns to power on Monday.
Ajman records significant business growth in 2024

Ajman has recorded a significant boost in business activity during 2024, highlighted by strong growth in the number of economic licences issued and a substantial rise in the Business Confidence Index (BCI), statistics from the Department of Economic Development in Ajman (Ajman DED) revealed on Monday.
H.H. Sheikh Maktoum reviews Dubai Economic Security Centre’s strategy

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, has reviewed the Dubai Economic Security Centre's Strategy 2025-2030.

Sports

Liverpool beat Lille to reach Champions League last 16

Liverpool booked their spot in the last 16 of the Champions League with a 2-1 victory over 10-man Lille on Tuesday at Anfield, thanks to goals from talisman Mohamed Salah and substitute Harvey Elliott.
Djokovic quells Alcaraz challenge to reach Australian Open semis

Novak Djokovic beat young rival Carlos Alcaraz 4-6 6-4 6-3 6-4 in a battle worthy of a title clash to charge into the Australian Open semi-finals on Tuesday and remain in the hunt for a record 25th Grand Slam title.
Dupont back to Six Nations to inspire France

Antoine Dupont will make a much-awaited return to the Six Nations after a one-year hiatus that cemented his status as one of France's top athletes, hoping Les Bleus can win the tournament on the back of a perfect autumn series.
Zverev raises game to overcome Tommy Paul in Melbourne

Alexander Zverev played his best tennis when it mattered most to down Tommy Paul 7-6(1) 7-6(0) 2-6 6-1 on Tuesday and reach his third Australian Open semi-final in five years, keeping alive his dream of finally landing a Grand Slam title.
Sabalenka safely through to semis, Badosa downs Gauff

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka reached the semi-finals of the Australian Open with a battling 6-2 2-6 6-3 win over Russian 27th seed Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova while Spain's Paula Badosa stunned error-prone third seed Coco Gauff 7-5 6-4.

Entertainment

Bollywood actor leaves hospital days after knife attack

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan left a hospital in India's financial capital Mumbai on Tuesday, less than a week after he suffered knife injuries in a scuffle with an intruder at his house.
Suspect arrested over Bollywood star stabbing

A man thought to be a citizen of Bangladesh was arrested in India's financial capital Mumbai on Sunday and is considered the prime suspect in the stabbing of Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan, police said.
'Twin Peaks' creator and filmmaker David Lynch dies at 78

David Lynch, the American filmmaker, writer and artist who scored best director Oscar nominations for "Blue Velvet," "The Elephant Man" and "Mulholland Drive" and co-created the groundbreaking TV series "Twin Peaks," has died at age 78.
Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan stabbed at Mumbai home

India's Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan, 54, is being treated for six stabbing injuries following a scuffle early on Thursday with an intruder at his home in the financial capital of Mumbai, media said.
Papal thriller 'Conclave' leads BAFTA nominations

Papal thriller "Conclave" led nominations for the BAFTA Film Awards on Wednesday, with music-themed and horror productions also faring well at Britain's top movie honours.

Quirky

Tokyo museum offers visitors 'flashback' to defunct technology

Tucked away in a corner of central Tokyo, the Extinct Media Museum lives up to its name.
Aussie hiker found alive after surviving on berries, muesli bars for 2 weeks

An Australian student missing for two weeks near the country's tallest mountain was found on Wednesday, after surviving by foraging for berries, drinking water from a creek and finding two muesli bars left behind by other hikers, police said.
Unused Christmas trees given to Berlin Zoo animals

Animals at Berlin Zoo have been given unused Christmas trees to feed on and play with as part of a growing tradition following the festive season.
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.

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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