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UAE job market stagnant as non-oil sector grows fastest in nine months

The UAE's non-oil sector grew fastest in nine months, but the employment market remained stagnant, according to the monthly PMI released by S&P Global on Monday.

Oil prices edge up to 12-week high on US winter storm, weaker US dollar

Oil prices edged up to a 12week high on Monday as a winter storm boosted demand for energy to heat US homes and businesses, and on support from a weaker US dollar and expectations of tighter sanctions on Iranian and Russian oil exports.

Kajal Aggarwal's look in Kannappa out now

Kajal Aggarwal has expressed her happiness about being a part of Kannappa, which also stars Akshay Kumar and Prabhas.

Gold steadies as higher yields offset soft dollar

Gold prices held steady on Monday as rising US Treasury yields countered support from a weak US dollar, while the Federal Reserve's recent hint at a slower pace of rate cuts in 2025 kept investors keenly awaiting a slew of economic data due this week to shed more light on that view.

Select stocks likely to gain as Dubai's population rises

With Dubai's population hitting 3.8 million, the city's population growth is being evidently and tangibly felt by residents. This is likely to create strong opportunities for investors in select stocks in the Dubai Financial Market, analysts say.

Paatal Lok is not over yet

On Monday, the makers of Paatal Lok unveiled the trailer of a second season.

At Las Vegas show, tech world turns to mental health tools

Whether detecting rising anxiety or managing a full-blown panic attack, the tech industry is offering an array of new tools designed to support mental health.

So arresting: Shahid Kapoor stuns in new Deva teaser

The teaser for Shahid Kapoor's upcoming film Deva has been revealed, and it's everything fans hoped for and more.

Trudeau says he will step down after new Liberal party leader named

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday that he will step down as leader of the ruling Liberals after nine years in office but will stay on in his post until the party chooses a replacement.

Bangladesh issues second arrest warrant for exiled Hasina

A Bangladeshi court has issued a second arrest warrant for exiled former leader Sheikh Hasina, this time for her alleged role in enforced disappearances, the chief prosecutor said on Monday.

It's awful that Trump is seeking to do away with US birthright citizenship: Biden

US President Joe Biden said on Sunday he thought it was awful that President-elect Donald Trump was trying to do away with birthright citizenship in the United States.

HMPV in India: Three cases detected; surveillance intensified

An infant from Rajasthan has tested positive for Human Metapneumovirus in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, officials said on Monday, taking the total number of HMPV cases detected in India so far to three.

Dubai blooms with 2.5M flowers in green project

The Dh245-million project spans over 1.4 million sqm on key roads and intersections

Himesh Reshammiya musical Badass Ravi Kumar trailer drops

The trailer of Himesh Reshammiya's movie Badass Ravi Kumar has finally arrived.

Akshay Kumar is flying high after news of niece Simar making a big screen debut

This year will see many new talents entering the Indian film industry.

Aamir Khan lauds son Junaid for Loveyapa

Aamir Khan appreciated the work of all the actors in Loveyapa, which stars his son Junaid Khan.

Enrique happy with PSG's fighting spirit in Super Cup victory

Paris St Germain coach Luis Enrique praised his team for starting the year on the right foot and said their 1-0 win over AS Monaco in the French Super Cup on Sunday thanks to Ousmane Dembele's last-gasp goal was well-deserved.

Slot defends Alexander-Arnold after poor performance at Anfield

Liverpool boss Arne Slot defended Trent Alexander-Arnold who drew scathing criticism from pundits after their 2-2 draw with mid-table Manchester United on Sunday, a result that felt like \"two points lost\" for the Premier League leaders.

'Superstar' Maher on a mission to promote women's rugby

American social media sensation Ilona Maher says she loves being a rugby \"superstar\" but hopes to raise the profile of fellow players in the women's game.

Grealish must fight for spot, says Manchester City boss Guardiola

Jack Grealish must fight for his place in Manchester City's starting line-up and rediscover the level he showcased during the club's treble-winning season, manager Pep Guardiola said.

Proteas gear up for WTC final with thumping win

South Africa made light work of a modest target of 58 to claim victory against Pakistan by 10 wickets at a sun-bathed Newlands on Monday, wrapping up the series 2-0 inside four days of the second and final Test.

Man United need to keep their feet on the ground

Manchester United getting a draw at Anfield in any season is a positive result and bearing in mind just how poor they have been these last few months it is almost a miracle they managed just that on Sunday.

Oogum Booguim singer Brenton Wood dies

Brenton Wood, the singer who sang Oogum Boogum Song and followed it with hits like Gimme Little Sign, died at the age of 83 at his home in Moreno Valley, CA on Friday, Deadline reported.

Did Zendaya get engaged to Spidey?

Zendaya's appearance at the 2025 Golden Globes has grabbed headlines, with fans speculating that she and Tom Holland might be engaged, E! online reported.

Amorim praises United's intensity after spirited draw with Liverpool

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim was delighted with the intensity his side showed in their breathless 2-2 draw with Premier League leaders Liverpool on Sunday, but said his team's performance left him wanting more.

Star Wars actor Jake Lloyd on schizophrenia diagnosis

The 1999 Star Wars: Episode I-The Phantom Menace child actor Jake Lloyd opened up about his mental health struggle and schizophrenia diagnosis.

India would have lost 5-0 to Australia without Bumrah, says Harbhajan

Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh believes that if star quick Jasprit Bumrah had not taken part in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India would have suffered a 5-0 series defeat instead of a 3-1 humbling by Australia.

Eurozone economy ended 2024 in precarious state, PMI shows

The eurozone economy ended 2024 in a fragile state, according a survey which showed overall activity contracted for a second straight month in December as a modest recovery in the services industry failed to offset a deeper downturn in manufacturing.

'Strong' Trump can help end Ukraine war, Zelensky says

President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed optimism in an interview published on Sunday that \"strong\" incoming US president Donald Trump will be able to force Russia into peace talks and end the war in Ukraine.

Dubai Crown Prince Endurance Festival to start today

All of the UAE's leading longdistance stables and riders will be in action at the 17th edition of the Dubai Crown Prince Endurance Festival at Dubai International Endurance City (DIEC) in Seeh AI Salam from January 7-11.