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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

Dubai Police warns of dangers of 'burning evil dolls' trend among children

A new social media trend that challenges children to set "evil dolls" on fire to mimic horror scenes, can turn highly dangerous, warned Dubai Police, adding that it could lead to "fires, injuries and even fatalities".
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed wishes Indian community a prosperous Diwali

H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has extended his "warmest wishes" to those celebrating Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, wishing everyone "peace, safety and prosperity".
Dubai bans delivery riders on fast lanes

Delivery riders will not be allowed to use the fast lanes in Dubai from November 1, under new rules to improve road safety and "reduce fatalities and injuries".
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan outlines plans to accelerate Dubai's digital transformation

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has approved a package of artificial intelligence (AI) projects aimed at accelerating Dubai’s adoption of AI in government entities.

International

Israel says ceasefire and aid to resume after airstrikes kill 26 in Gaza

The Israeli military said on Sunday a ceasefire in Gaza had resumed after an attack killed two of its soldiers and prompted a wave of airstrikes that Palestinians said killed 26 people.
2 reported dead after cargo plane slides off runway in Hong Kong

A cargo plane flying from Dubai skidded off the runway into the sea while landing at Hong Kong International Airport early on Monday, the city's airport operator said, with local media reporting the deaths of two people.
Israel to keep border crossing closed as US alleges Hamas ceasefire violation

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will remain closed until further notice as the two sides continued to trade blame over ceasefire violations.
Rodrigo Paz wins Bolivia's presidency election

Centrist Rodrigo Paz won Bolivia's presidential runoff on Sunday, defeating conservative rival Jorge "Tuto" Quiroga, as the country's worst economic crisis in a generation helped propel the end of nearly two decades of leftist rule.
Israeli military launches attack on Gaza, media reports

The Israeli military launched an attack on Gaza on Sunday, media reported, dimming hopes that a week-old US-mediated ceasefire would lead to lasting peace in the enclave as Israel traded blame with Hamas.

Business

Trump vows to keep 'massive' tariffs on India until Russian oil imports cease

US President Donald Trump has reiterated that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told him India will stop buying Russian oil, while warning that New Delhi would continue paying "massive" tariffs if it did not do so.
Ras Al Khaimah Ruler supports businesses with licence fee exemption

Businesses in Ras Al Khaimah affected by infrastructure works in Al Riffa and Al Jazeera Al Hamra areas will receive a two-year exemption on commercial licence fees.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed: GITEX TechCation to lead global tech scene

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has directed that GITEX TechCation 2026 be developed into the world’s largest event in the field of technology and artificial intelligence.
Some Indian refiners to move away from Russian oil, sources say

Some Indian refiners are preparing to cut Russian oil imports, three sources told Reuters on Thursday, after US President Donald Trump said India had given an assurance it would stop its buying to help end the war in Ukraine.
Shutdown could cost US economy $15 billion a week, Treasury says

The two-week-old federal government shutdown may cost the US economy as much as $15 billion a week in lost output, a Treasury official said late on Wednesday.

Sports

Verstappen's flawless US Grand Prix win tightens F1 title race

Red Bull's Max Verstappen dominated the US Grand Prix from pole position on Sunday, leading every lap to take another significant chunk out of Oscar Piastri's Formula One championship lead on a perfect weekend in Texas.
Morocco win U-20 World Cup after beating Argentina in final

Morocco became the first Arab nation to win the under-20 World Cup after beating Argentina 2-0 in the final in Santiago on Sunday.
Former All-Pro RB Doug Martin dead at 36

Former NFL All-Pro running back and Boise State star Doug Martin has passed away at the age of 36, his family said in a statement on Sunday, with the cause of death "currently unconfirmed".
Mbappe scores again to send Real top in nervy 1-0 win at Getafe

Kylian Mbappe continued his impressive scoring streak as his 10th goal in nine league games earned Real Madrid a 1-0 win at Getafe on Sunday and sent his side back to the top of the LaLiga in a game where the hosts finished with nine men.
Australia storm past India as returning Rohit, Kohli fail

Australia's stand-in captain Mitchell Marsh continued his fine run of form on Sunday, scoring 46 not out and leading his side to a seven-wicket triumph over India in the weather-affected first one-day international at Perth Stadium.

Entertainment

Agreement reached to avert Broadway actors' strike, union says

Broadway actors have reached a tentative agreement to avert a strike that would shut down 32 stage productions as theatre attendance approaches its peak season, according to their union.
Sydney Sweeney brings boxer Christy Martin's battles to the big screen

American actress Sydney Sweeney transformed into former professional boxer Christy Martin for the biopic "Christy", which chronicles her life in and outside the ring.
Egyptian star Mohamed Ramadan heads Global Village concert line-up

Egyptian singer Mohamed Ramadan will be the first act of an exciting concert line-up at Global Village's Season 30, taking the stage on October 25.
John Legend to ring in 2026 in Abu Dhabi

John Legend will be ringing in 2026 in Abu Dhabi as he headlines the New Year's Eve gala at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental.
Tom Odell to perform in Dubai in January

British singer songwriter Tom Odell will return to Dubai for a mesmerizing performance of soulful music at Coca-Cola Arena on January 24, 2026.

Quirky

Picasso painting disappears en route to Granada exhibit

A 1919 Pablo Picasso painting has disappeared in transit ahead of its display at a temporary exhibition in the southern Spanish city of Granada, prompting a police investigation, according to the foundation organising the exhibit.
Mo Salah for President? Cameroon finds interesting electoral candidate

Voters in Cameroon were in for a shock when they spotted Liverpool star Mohamed Salah as one of the presidential candidates.
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.

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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