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COP28

• 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.

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Lifestyle

• Dubai gears up for month-long celebrations marking UAE national occasions

  Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has announced a month-long programme of events and activities to celebrate the UAE's national occasions.

• Seventy finalists shortlisted for Abu Dhabi Visitor Experience Awards

  The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced 70 finalists for the inaugural Visitor Experience Awards, shortlisted from approximately 350 applications across eight categories.

• Dubai Residential takes on one billion steps for Dubai Fitness Challenge

  Dubai Residential, one of the largest and most diverse residential leasing portfolios in the emirate, has announced a target to collectively clock one billion steps across its 21 communities as part of the 10th edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC).

• Dubai unveils enhanced Al Ruwayyah winter camping season

  Dubai Municipality has opened registration for the 2026-2027 winter camping season in Al Ruwayyah, with capacity increasing by around 120 per cent to accommodate 600 camps.

• Dubai seeks 'Future Perfects' to shape Museum of the Future visitor experience

  In a world-first, Dubai has opened applications for a new job title, 'Future Perfects', as part of the Museum of the Future's unconventional talent search for individuals who will become the human face of its visitor experience.

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UAE

• H.H. Sheikh Mohammed praises Fujairah entity for topping government rankings

  His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, has praised Fujairah Traffic and Licensing Center for topping the government ranking with seven stars.

• Etihad Airways resumes some operations to Saudi Arabia

  Etihad Airways is set to resume flights between Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia's Jeddah, but cancelled more flights to Riyadh and Dammam.

• UAE President praises ambassadors awarded Order of Zayed II, Order of Independence

  President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received UAE ambassadors and officials who were recently awarded the First Class Order of Zayed II and the First Class Order of Independence.

• UAE leaders mark Flag Day with messages of pride and unity

  President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan raised the UAE flag on Tuesday at Qasr al Hosn in Abu Dhabi alongside "55 accomplished individuals from various sectors" to mark the Flag Day celebrations.

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International

• Democrats capture Congress in sweeping setback for Trump

  Democrats captured majorities in both the Senate and House on Tuesday, scoring sweeping victories that reached deep into Republican strongholds as tens of millions of voters delivered a scathing rebuke to President Donald Trump.

• Trump acknowledges Iran role in Democratic sweep

  President Donald Trump acknowledged that the war in Iran played a role in Republicans' losses in Tuesday's midterm elections, as Democrats prepared to take control of both the US House and Senate and challenge his legislative agenda.

• Spain's transport minister resigns over deadly train crash

  Spain's transport minister, Oscar Puente, has announced his resignation on Tuesday over last week's deadly train crash, the country's second this year, hours after laying out the government's emergency aid package for victims and new safety measures.

• Indonesia arrests chief of staff, top policemen for alleged wiretapping of president

  Three top Indonesian policemen, including President Prabowo Subianto's chief of staff, have been arrested on suspicion of wiretapping the president, ministers and others, authorities said.

• Singapore Airlines says 46,000 booking records affected in cybersecurity incident

  Singapore Airlines said on Tuesday about 46,000 booking records may have been ​affected by a cybersecurity incident involving Amadeus, its reservation technology provider.

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Business

• DIP Holding places final IPO price

  The final offer price for DIP Holding’s initial public offering (IPO) has been set at AED 1.12 per share following stronger investor demand.

• Gulfood Manufacturing brings global industry leaders to Dubai

  Food security, domestic production and supply chain resilience are taking centre stage in Dubai as Gulfood Manufacturing 2026 brings together manufacturers, technology providers and industry leaders from around the world.

• ADNOC Gas signs five-year LNG supply agreement with TotalEnergies

  ADNOC Gas and its subsidiaries on Tuesday announced a five-year liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreement with TotalEnergies for up to 1.6 million tonnes of LNG.

• UAE stresses need for deeper economic cooperation with OIC states

  Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, has stressed the need for deeper economic and commercial integration with OIC member states amid "rapid geopolitical shifts that are challenging international trade flows and supply chains".

• North Korea says US allegations linking it to Binance heist are 'absurd rhetoric'

  North Korea on Tuesday dismissed as "absurd rhetoric" US allegations that it was behind a $6 billion cryptocurrency heist on the Binance platform, saying they proved Washington remained hostile towards it, state news agency KCNA said.

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Sport

• PSG hit Villarreal for 6 as Bayern win and Man United fight back

  Bayern Munich and Paris St Germain underlined their Champions League title credentials with victories over Atletico Madrid and Villarreal respectively on Tuesday.

• Watkins double earns Al-Hilal Asian Champions League victory

  Ollie Watkins scored twice as Al-Hilal won 2-0 against Shabab Al-Ahli of the United Arab Emirates in Riyadh on Tuesday to put the Saudi Pro League side's Asian Champions League Elite campaign back on track.

• Camara to make home F1 debut in Brazil as Haas rule out Ocon's return

  Brazilian Rafael Camara will make his Formula One race debut at home in Sao Paulo this weekend after the Haas team ruled out any return for dropped driver Esteban Ocon.

• Dubai International Baja brings motorsport action to Mushrif Park

  International rally action is coming to the heart of Dubai, with Mushrif National Park set to host the Prologue Stage of the 10th Dubai International Baja for the first time.

• Argentina name first squad of post-Messi era for friendlies

  Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni named on Tuesday his first squad since Lionel Messi's international retirement, calling up 28 players for November friendlies against Uruguay and Costa Rica.

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Entertainment

• 'It is a cappuccino. It can't be $10,' says Styles about NYC coffee prices

  Singer Harry Styles, who recently completed a 30-show residency at Madison Square Garden in New York, thought prices for coffee in the city were some of the spookiest things he saw around Halloween.

• Knightley says returning spy thriller 'Black Doves' balances humour, moral complexity

  "Black Doves" may be packed with assassins and high-octane action sequences, but the joy of the Netflix spy thriller lies in its blend of humour and morally complex characters, Keira Knightley said at the London launch of the show's second season on Monday.

• Iconic Dubai sites set to feature on Fortnite under new local collaboration

  An interactive game experience bringing Dubai's landmarks, culture, and destinations to international audiences through Fortnite has been announced by Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)'s gaming centre and Wild Unlimited.

• Global Village to mark UAE Flag Day with spectacular drone show

  Global Village will celebrate UAE Flag Day on November 3 with a special programme highlighting national pride, unity and identity.

• Legendary actor Patrick Stewart dies at 86

  Patrick Stewart, who rose from poverty in England to become an accomplished Shakespearean stage actor and then achieved global stardom as the erudite Captain Jean-Luc Picard in TV's 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' and the telepathic Professor Charles Xavier in the 'X-Men' movies, has died at the age of 86.

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Quirky

• Abu Dhabi invites public to name two 'giants' at Natural History Museum

  The Natural History Museum in Abu Dhabi has launched an online campaign to name two of its "extraordinary giants" - the Blue Whale and the T.Rex. 

• Swarms of moths in Australia lift hopes of recovery for endangered species

  Swarms of moths blanketing homes in Australia's southeast in recent days signalled the endangered species is recovering, authorities said on Saturday.

• NASA says new Roman telescope's lifespan could more than double, to 22 years

  Even before the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has reached its planned orbital position, NASA says its newest flagship observatory's potential operational lifespan may reach 22 years — more than double the length previously announced.

• Can sheep save the glaciers? Swiss scientists put wool to the test

  As Switzerland struggles to contain the shrinking of its glaciers, researchers are conducting an unusual experiment in the Alps to see whether one of its less valued natural resources can help: sheep's wool.

• Ultra-white falcon fetches AED1.5 million at Abu Dhabi auction

  An "Ultra White Pure Gyr Garmousha" falcon sold for a record AED1.5 million at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX).

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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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