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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 Games spotlight teamwork and endurance

The seventh edition of the premier team-based sporting event, Dubai Games, is set to kick off on Thursday, February 12, with challenges designed to test both physical and mental endurance.
Mattel builds He-Man movie buzz with new action figures

Mattel has launched a new line of action figures on Thursday for its upcoming live-action movie "Masters of the Universe", aiming to repeat the success of its 2023 smash hit "Barbie".
Mattel taps into 'KPop Demon Hunters' fan craze with new doll line

Mattel has teased fans of "KPop Demon Hunters" on Tuesday with a new line-up of dolls to be rolled out later this year after it failed to cash in on the success of the runaway Netflix hit over the holiday shopping season.
Osaka opens 'jellyfish season' with stylish win at Australian Open

Twice Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka floated onto Rod Laver Arena in a jellyfish-inspired outfit and claimed a see-sawing 6-3 3-6 6-4 win over Croatian battler Antonia Ruzic to reach the second round at Melbourne Park on Tuesday.
Shein store opening in Paris draws protesters, police and bargain hunters

Protesters bearing "Shame on Shein" placards gathered outside a Paris department store on Wednesday, hours before the opening of the online fast-fashion retailer's first ever permanent shop amid fierce criticism of its low-cost business model.

UAE

UAE leaders discuss national priorities, sustainable development

A high-level meeting has been held at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi to discuss key national priorities and future development goals.
Dubai announces new desert eco-tourism destination

Dubai is set to welcome a new environmental and recreational destination, the Al Layan Oasis development, spanning one million square metres and built around a large desert lake.
First aid batch from Saqr Humanitarian Ship enters Gaza

The first batch of aid from the Saqr Humanitarian Ship has entered the Gaza Strip, four days after the vessel docked at Al Arish Port in Egypt.
Abu Dhabi launches community-funded building to raise money for scholarships

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have unveiled a AED 9.5 million community-funded building in Al Mafraq that will generate revenue to raise up to 25 full student scholarships or more than 40 partial scholarships annually.

International

India tightens grip on social media with new takedown rule

The Indian government said social media companies would have to take down unlawful content within three hours of being notified about it, tightening on Tuesday an earlier 36-hour timeline in what could be a compliance challenge for Meta, YouTube and X.
Indonesia says proposed Gaza peacekeeping force could total 20,000 troops

A proposed multinational peacekeeping force for Gaza could total about 20,000 troops, with Indonesia estimating it could contribute up to 8,000, President Prabowo Subianto’s spokesman said on Tuesday.
Philippine Congress dismisses impeachment complaints against Marcos Jr.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. avoided impeachment on Tuesday, a largely expected outcome after allies in the lower house of Congress voted overwhelmingly to dismiss the complaints against him.
UK's Starmer refuses to heed calls to quit over fallout from Epstein scandal

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has refused on Monday to heed calls to quit, even by the leader of his party in Scotland, pledging to fight on after his appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador plunged his government into crisis.
US says it struck vessel in eastern Pacific, killing two

The US military announced on Monday it launched a strike on a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing two people and leaving one survivor.

Business

New 'DC Connect' platform streamlines Dubai Chambers services

Dubai Chambers has unveiled DC Connect, a digital platform that brings all the chambers' services together in one easy‑to‑use portal.
UAE industrial exports hit record AED 262 billion

The UAE’s industrial exports reached a record AED 262 billion in 2025, marking a 25 per cent growth year-on-year and more than doubling since the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology was established in 2020.
DEWA brings electricity and water services to ChatGPT

Dubai residents can now access electricity and water services by asking questions through ChatGPT, after Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) expanded its customer support onto the AI platform.
US, India unveil interim trade framework, move closer to broad pact

The US and India have moved closer to a trade pact, releasing an interim framework that would lower tariffs, reshape energy ties and deepen economic cooperation as both countries seek to realign global supply chains.
Aldar, Dubai Holding announce next phase of strategic partnership

Aldar and Dubai Holding have expanded their landmark joint venture, adding two strategic land plots in Dubai that will deliver almost 14,000 new homes with a combined gross development value (GDV) exceeding AED 38 billion.

Sports

New Zealand openers smash T20 World Cup record in rout of UAE

New Zealand's openers Tim Seifert and Finn Allen rewrote the Twenty20 World Cup record books on Tuesday, pummelling the UAE's bowling attack in a stunning 10-wicket victory in Chennai.
Draw means Al-Hilal drop first points in Asian Champions League

Four-time champions Al-Hilal have dropped their first points of the league phase of the Asian Champions League Elite on Monday as Simone Inzaghi's much-changed line-up was held to a 0-0 draw by the UAE's Shabab Al-Ahli.
Ski great Vonn needs multiple surgeries for complex leg fracture

Ski great Lindsey Vonn has announced that she suffered a complex leg fracture in Sunday's downhill race at the Milano Cortina Olympics that will require multiple surgical operations.
Japan's Kokomo Murase flips to gold in big air

Kokomo Murase of Japan has upgraded her bronze medal from four years ago to a gold, winning the women's snowboarding big air contest at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics by unleashing impressive aerial tricks high above the Italian Alps.
Pakistan agrees to play India in T20 World Cup match

Pakistan has agreed to play India in the Twenty20 World Cup match scheduled to take place in Sri Lanka on February 15.

Entertainment

Chappell Roan no longer represented by Casey Wasserman's talent agency

Pop star Chappell Roan has announced on Monday that she was no longer represented by the talent agency led by Los Angeles 2028 Olympics chief Casey Wasserman, who has faced criticism for flirtatious email exchanges with convicted trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell more than 20 years ago.
Bad Bunny performs at Super Bowl halftime with Lady Gaga surprise

Bad Bunny has transformed Levi's Stadium into a vibrant homage to Puerto Rico during Sunday's Super Bowl halftime show, delivering a high-energy journey through the island's culture complete with a surprise appearance by Lady Gaga.
US TV host says 'we will pay' for mother's safe return

US television news host Savannah Guthrie said, in a video message released on Saturday, her family is willing to pay to secure her mother's return after her presumed abduction in Arizona.
3 Doors Down singer dies aged 47

Brad Arnold, a founder and lead singer of American rock band 3 Doors Down, died on Saturday, nine months after disclosing that he had kidney cancer, the group said. He was 47.
Bad Bunny's hometown beams with pride ahead of Super Bowl halftime show

In the small coastal Puerto Rican town of Vega Baja, the global megastar who is about to command the world's biggest stage on Sunday is still just known as "Benito".

Quirky

Kites and victory cries fill Lahore skies as festival returns after long ban

Extravagantly coloured kites duelled above Lahore and cries of victory rang out from rooftops on Friday, as the city celebrated the lifting of an 18-year ban on a spectacular three-day traditional Punjabi kite-flying festival.
Doberman named Penny wins Westminster dog show

Penny, a 4-year-old Doberman pinscher, won Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show on Tuesday, capturing the most prestigious dog show prize in the United States.
Boy forced off bus in snow to play a role in Winter Olympics opening ceremony

A child who was forced off a bus in the snow in northern Italy for not having the full fare will play a part in the opening ceremony of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics on Friday, his mother said.
Japan-born pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei arrive home in China's Sichuan

Giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei arrived in Sichuan province on Wednesday, China's panda research base said in a social media post, leaving Japan without pandas for the first time since 1972 at a moment of tense relations between the two nations.
Accidental 'crying horse' toy wins hearts in China

At Yiwu International Trade City, China’s largest wholesale market, customers crowd into a small shop searching for an unlikely bestseller ahead of the Lunar New Year.

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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