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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

Dubai Police to deploy robotic patrol at Global Village

Dubai Police has rolled out its newest recruit — a fully autonomous robotic patrol — marking a major milestone in smart policing.
RTA resumes premium transport services for Global Village Season 30

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is bringing back its dedicated services to Global Village as the popular destination gears up for its 30th season, which runs from October 15 to May 10.
Mbappe credits Madrid lifestyle for helping him reset mentally and physically

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe said he has adapted well to life in Madrid, crediting the city's slower pace for helping him recover mentally and physically as he looks to build on his scintillating start to the season.
Sheikha Latifa wins top international award for cultural excellence

Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture, has been honoured with the Diamond Award for Excellence in Culture — the highest accolade from the Spanish Luxury Association (Asociación Española del Lujo).
Shein enters bricks-and-mortar retail in France, sparking backlash

Online fast-fashion retailer Shein plans to open its first bricks-and-mortar shops in France in November under an agreement with department store owner Société des Grands Magasins, a move that sparked criticism from French retailers.

UAE

UAE President orders expansion of protected natural areas in Abu Dhabi

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the expansion of nature reserves in Abu Dhabi to cover 20 per cent of the emirate’s total land area.
New agreement enhances taxi services across Dubai

Dedicated taxi parking spaces and new rest zones for drivers are being introduced in Dubai as part of a major mobility upgrade.
UAE shuts down education centre for unlicensed activities

A training centre has been shut down in the UAE for operating without proper licences and committing multiple violations.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan says investing in tech entrepreneurs vital for Dubai's future

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has highlighted the significance of supporting tech entrepreneurs as an investment for the future.

International

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to temporary truce

Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a 'temporary ceasefire' on Wednesday, Islamabad said, after an airstrike and ground fighting sent tensions between the South Asian neighbours soaring, killing more than a dozen civilians.
Israel to open Gaza's Rafah crossing for humanitarian aid

Aid trucks rolled into Gaza on Wednesday and Israel resumed preparations to open the main Rafah crossing after a dispute over the return of the bodies of dead hostages that had threatened to derail the fragile ceasefire deal with Hamas.
Dozens killed in new Pakistan-Afghan border clashes

Fresh fighting broke out on Wednesday along the volatile Pakistan-Afghanistan border, killing more than a dozen civilians and troops to shatter a fragile peace after weekend clashes that killed dozens.
Bangladesh official blames locked door, toxic gas for deaths in factory fire

Toxic gas and a locked door that barred access to a roof were responsible for most of the deaths in a devastating fire in a Bangladesh garment factory and an adjoining chemical warehouse, a fire official said on Wednesday.
Former Kenyan prime minister Raila Odinga dies at 80

Kenya's veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga, who was imprisoned while fighting one-party autocracy and ran five times unsuccessfully for the presidency, has died at the age of 80, sources close to him said on Wednesday.

Business

Dubai summit to tackle urban challenges, future-ready cities

Global leaders at the forefront of shaping cities are set to gather in Dubai this month for a major summit focused on the future of urban living.
GITEX expands to Latin America

GITEX is going global once again — this time heading to Latin America — with GITEX LATAM set to debut in São Paulo, Brazil in March 2027.
EU fines Gucci, Chloe and Loewe for fixing resale prices

Gucci, Chloe and Loewe have been fined a total of 157 million euros ($182 million) by the European Union's antitrust watchdog for fixing the resale prices of their retail partners.
Google to invest $10 billion in data centre and AI project in India

Alphabet Inc's Google will invest $10 billion to set up a massive data centre and artificial intelligence hub in Andhra Pradesh, officials from the southern Indian state said, marking its biggest such investment in the South Asian nation.
Dubizzle to offer 30% stake in Dubai IPO

Dubizzle Group Holdings has announced plans to offer a 30.34 per cent stake through an initial public offering (IPO) on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM).

Sports

Pakistan take first test with 93-run victory over South Africa

Pakistan secured a 93-run victory over South Africa on the fourth day of the first test, taking the eight wickets needed on Wednesday to go 1-0 up in the two-match series.
Head coach Golemac extends contract with Dubai Basketball

Fresh off an emphatic 24-point win against reigning EuroLeague champions, Fenerbahçe, Dubai Basketball's head coach Jurica Golemac has extended his contract with the club until 2028.
India's Gambhir tightlipped about World Cup hopes of Kohli and Rohit

The 2027 World Cup dreams of India's batting stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma appear slim, with head coach Gautam Gambhir refusing to look that far even if he does not doubt their quality.
Saudi Arabia qualifies for 2026 World Cup

Saudi Arabia claimed a 0-0 draw with Iraq in Jeddah on Tuesday to seal qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
Italy guarantee World Cup playoff spot with 3-0 win over Israel

Italy beat Israel 3-0 at home on Tuesday thanks to a Mateo Retegui double and a late goal from Gianluca Mancini, securing at least a World Cup playoff berth amid tension between police and protestors at a pro-Palestinian march.

Entertainment

Neo-soul singer D'Angelo dies at 51

Grammy-winning R&B artist D’Angelo, a pioneer of neo-soul music, has passed away at the age of 51 on Tuesday "after a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer", according to media reports citing a family statement.
Global Village invites guests to 'A More Wonderful World'

Global Village, the region's premier multicultural family destination is set to welcome guests to 'A More Wonderful World' as it ushers in its much anticipated 30th season on Wednesday at 6:00 pm.
Tributes pour in for US actress Diane Keaton

Goldie Hawn, Steve Martin, Jane Fonda and Ben Stiller have led tributes to Hollywood legend Diane Keaton, following her death aged 79.
Dubai launches special visa, passport stamp as Global Village turns 30

Dubai is marking the 30th anniversary of Global Village with a unique initiative for visitors and residents.
George Clooney pulls from personal experience to play filmstar in 'Jay Kelly'

Two-time Oscar winner George Clooney drew from his own life to play a Hollywood legend in his new movie "Jay Kelly".

Quirky

Enigmatic Jurassic reptile looks like a mix of snake and lizard

The fossil of a small reptile that inhabited Scotland during the age of dinosaurs 167 million years ago has scientists puzzled.
Bananas? Taiwan entrepreneur wants to make clothes out of plant material

Entrepreneur Nelson Yang is reaching back into Taiwan's history to turn the humble banana plant into an unlikely sustainable textile.
Popular Gaza ice cream parlour stirs nostalgia with first UAE branch

A much-loved Palestinian ice-cream parlour Kazem, forced to shutter its Gaza doors in 2023 as the Israel-Hamas war escalated, has opened up in the UAE, offering not just frozen treats, but a taste of nostalgia to the local community.
Bulgarian village draws Chinese tourists for its famed yoghurt

Every year, hundreds of Chinese tourists flock to the Bulgarian mountain village of Momchilovtsi for a festival celebrating the local yoghurt, which is renowned for its health benefits and has become a hit among consumers in China.
Italy exhibition explores how sound helps us to savour food

An exhibition in northern Italy is expanding traditional ideas about taste by exploring how sound influences the way people experience their food.

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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