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UAE hotel occupancy rates among world's highest, says Minister of Economy & Tourism

Dec 18, 2025

Dubai [UAE], December 18: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy & Tourism, said that hotel occupancy rates in the UAE reached 79.3 percent during the first ten months of 2025, up from 78 percent last year, ranking among the highest regionally and globally.
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Gold edges higher as risk sentiment deteriorates on mixed US jobs data, geopolitical tension, Fed comments

Dec 18, 2025

New York [US], December 18: The XAU/USD pair continues to advance amid a weakening market mood, trading near weekly highs around $4,340. Gains in the precious metal remain cautious, as investors await key economic events in Europe and the United States.

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US Senate approves major policy bill authorising $900 billion for Pentagon

Dec 18, 2025

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Japan logs 2 bln USD trade surplus in November

Dec 17, 2025

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Taiwan reveals how it will quickly retaliate against a surprise attack from China

Dec 17, 2025

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Thailand sets conditions for negotiations with Cambodia

Dec 17, 2025

Bangkok [Thailand], December 17: The Thai Foreign Ministry has outlined three conditions that Cambodia must meet before beginning peace talks amid heightened border tensions between the two countries.
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The White House outlines a 'very strong' security guarantee for Ukraine

Dec 17, 2025

Washington [US], December 17: The U.S. has offered to provide NATO-style security guarantees to Ukraine as negotiators report progress in the latest talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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The Pentagon is moving toward reforming the military's power structure

Dec 17, 2025

Washington [US], December 17: The Pentagon is planning to demote some U.S. commands and redistribute power among top generals at the request of War Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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The EU plans to ease the ban on internal combustion engine vehicles from 2035

Dec 17, 2025
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Trump ordered a complete blockade of all oil tankers subject to sanctions entering and leaving Venezuela

Dec 17, 2025
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How did Trump react when his chief of staff described him as having the characteristics of an alcoholic?

Dec 17, 2025
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Trump is signing executive orders at a faster pace than in his first four years.

Dec 17, 2025
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JetBlue flight averts mid-air collision with US Air Force jet

Dec 17, 2025
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Trump says lawsuit against BBC likely to be filed soon

Dec 17, 2025
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FDA reviews COVID vaccine safety, no new warning planned

Dec 17, 2025
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Netflix says its position on deal with Warner Bros Discovery unchanged

Dec 17, 2025
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UAE Gender Balance Council expands strategic partnerships under SDG 5 Pledge

Dec 17, 2025
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UAE concludes National Alignment Accelerator for 2026 UN Water Conference

Dec 17, 2025
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Four races set for UAE President's Endurance Cup at Butheeb Endurance Village

Dec 17, 2025
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Ousmane Dembele wins FIFA The Best award for 2025

Dec 17, 2025
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European Parliament approves measures to protect EU farmers

Dec 17, 2025
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Games of the Future 2025 to take place in Abu Dhabi

Dec 17, 2025
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Singapore orders 660 electric buses as it phases out diesel fleet

Dec 16, 2025
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Islamic State flags, explosives found in Bondi Beach attacker's vehicle, police say

Dec 16, 2025
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Sydney shooters appear motivated by Islamic State ideology: PM

Dec 16, 2025
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S. Korea's money supply rises for 7th month in October

Dec 16, 2025