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Sociedad Edge Past Bilbao To Clinch Copa Del Rey Title
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Sociedad Edge Past Bilbao To Clinch Copa Del Rey Title

Mikel Oyarzabal, La Real’s captain who joined their youth academy aged 14, scored the penalty that proved the winner in Seville, where the biggest ever game between these two famous clubs had to be played without fans

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April 05, 2021
Two Rockets Hit Near Iraq Airbase Hosting US Soldiers
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Two Rockets Hit Near Iraq Airbase Hosting US Soldiers

Two rockets hit near an Iraqi airbase three days ahead of a new ‘strategic dialogue’ with US, says a security source, but the US routinely blames Iran-linked Iraqi factions for such attacks

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April 05, 2021
UAE limits consequences of climate change remarkably
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UAE limits consequences of climate change remarkably

UAE, US special envoys for climate underline link between progress in climate action and strong economic growth

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April 04, 2021
Roads leading to Al Khail Avenue Mall 90% ready
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Roads leading to Al Khail Avenue Mall 90% ready

Project includes roads extending 2,153 metres and 3 bridges spanning 1,250 metres

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April 04, 2021
Dubai to be global creative economic capital by '25: VP
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Dubai to be global creative economic capital by '25: VP

Strategy to double creative industries’ GDP to 5% from 2.6% by 2025; number of creative firms in Dubai to be increased from 8,300 to 15,000 in next five years and number of creators will be raised from 70,000 to 140,000.

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April 04, 2021
Adihex plays significant role in promoting captive-bred falcons
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Adihex plays significant role in promoting captive-bred falcons

The 18th edition of the International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) will be organised by the Emirates Falconers’ Club from September 27 to October 3

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April 04, 2021
63,000 visitors enliven Sharjah Heritage Days
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63,000 visitors enliven Sharjah Heritage Days

The heartening foofall to the festival thus far is a clear indication that heritage is a rich and interesting subject to all segments of the communityb

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April 04, 2021
LDF Attempts To Destabilise Places Of Worship, Says PM
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LDF Attempts To Destabilise Places Of Worship, Says PM

Addressing a rally in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta district, where the famed Sabarimala temple is located, Modi said BJP workers ‘will resist pressure’

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April 03, 2021
Minister Says Lebanon May Run Out Of Money For Basic Imports
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Minister Says Lebanon May Run Out Of Money For Basic Imports

As Lebanon’s economy crumbles, the central bank has asked the caretaker cabinet to decide how to gradually lit subsidies to ration remaining foreign currency reserves: Wazni

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April 03, 2021
South America Tightens Curbs As WHO Blasts EU Vaccine Rollout
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South America Tightens Curbs As WHO Blasts EU Vaccine Rollout

‘We must speed up the process by ramping up manufacturing, reducing barriers to administering vaccines, and using every single vial we have in stock,’ says official

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April 03, 2021
UAE Launches 6-Month Entry Visa For Dhs1,150
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UAE Launches 6-Month Entry Visa For Dhs1,150

The UAE’s ICA has launched a service that will allow applicants of the golden residency to get a visa that’s valid for six months with multiple entries allowed.

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April 03, 2021
Walk-in Covid-19 Vaccination Now Open For Citizens Above 65
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Walk-in Covid-19 Vaccination Now Open For Citizens Above 65

Over 5,000 new virus cases, 83 deaths reported in 24 hours; Pak, China firms strike deal to make COVID-19 vaccine in Pakistan; vaccine ‘scams’ brew at three Lahore hospitals

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April 03, 2021
Business Confidence In Japan Rebounds To Pre-Pandemic Levels
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Business Confidence In Japan Rebounds To Pre-Pandemic Levels

Sentiments of big manufacturers of the country improved to pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter while companies stepped up capital spending plans

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April 02, 2021
Germany Suffer First WC Qualifying Loss In 20 Years
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Germany Suffer First WC Qualifying Loss In 20 Years

Germany’s performance was dubbed ‘embarrassing’ ater they suffered their first World Cup qualifying defeat for 20 years in a humiliating 2-1 home loss to North Macedonia which heaped pressure on coach Joachim Loew

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April 02, 2021
Hospitals In Capital On Verge Of Saturation As Virus Cases Spike
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Hospitals In Capital On Verge Of Saturation As Virus Cases Spike

Ministry says it is closely monitoring the situation and will arrange more beds and ventilators whenever required; Pak reports 4,974 new cases in 24 hours, the highest single-day jump since June 2020

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April 02, 2021
India Broadens Vaccine Drive As Virus Cases Soar
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India Broadens Vaccine Drive As Virus Cases Soar

UAE reports 2,315 new cases, 2 deaths; Emirates SkyCargo delivers 50m doses of vaccines to over 50 destinations; WHO says Europe vaccine rollout is unacceptably slow; France defends fresh virus curbs.

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April 02, 2021
New Curbs In France As Europe Flayed For Slow Vaccine Rollout
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New Curbs In France As Europe Flayed For Slow Vaccine Rollout

WHO warns of a ‘worrying’ surge in virus cases; more than 66,000 people die of COVID-19 in Brazil in March; China’s TopRidge Pharma to produce Sputnik V vaccine

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April 02, 2021
Harbhajan's Inclusion Strengthens KKR's Spin Department: Morgan
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Harbhajan's Inclusion Strengthens KKR's Spin Department: Morgan

Morgan, who missed the last two ODIs against India on Friday and Sunday due to split webbing, said he should be fit for his KKR’s first match on April 11 against Sunrisers Hyderabad

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April 01, 2021
Pakistan Can't Afford General Lockdown, Reiterates Imran
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Pakistan Can't Afford General Lockdown, Reiterates Imran

PM fully recovered, resumes duty: Javed; 800,000 doses of vaccine given in Pakistan: Dr Faisal; elderly citizens asked to get 2nd dose of vaccines in Punjab; mosques to remain open during Ramadan: Ashrafi

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April 01, 2021
Summit Brings World's Best Minister Award Into Being
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Summit Brings World's Best Minister Award Into Being

The award will honour leading figures who have made distinguished achievements serving humanity during the difficult global challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic

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April 01, 2021
Suu Kyi ‘Looks Healthy' As US Orders Embassy Staff To Leave
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Suu Kyi ‘Looks Healthy' As US Orders Embassy Staff To Leave

Only legal cases against the leader were discussed during the video conference, says lawyer; gun batle between security forces and civilians near Kale leaves one dead

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April 01, 2021
Centre Says Virus Situation Turning ‘From Bad To Worse'
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Centre Says Virus Situation Turning ‘From Bad To Worse'

We are facing an increasingly severe intensive situation, more so in some districts but the whole country is potentially at risk: Ministry; Mumbai gears for second wave as it crosses 400,000 tally

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March 31, 2021
Pakistanis Want Peaceful Ties With India, Imran Tells Modi
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Pakistanis Want Peaceful Ties With India, Imran Tells Modi

PM says, ‘we are convinced that durable peace and stability in South Asia is contingent upon resolving all outstanding issues between India and Pakistan, in particular the Jammu & Kashmir dispute’

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March 31, 2021
UAE's Successful Handling Of Covid-19 Example For World
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UAE's Successful Handling Of Covid-19 Example For World

The UAE launched the National Home Testing Programme for People of Determination, and provided free tests for elderly citizens and residents

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March 31, 2021
World Leaders Urge Treaty To Combat Covid-19 Crisis
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World Leaders Urge Treaty To Combat Covid-19 Crisis

UAE’s handling of virus an example for world: Official; 98% of residents happy with the way UAE dealt with pandemic; Emirates reports 2,289 new cases, 6 deaths; situation in India going from bad to worse; Italy imposes five-day quarantine for tourists.

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March 31, 2021
Landmark UAE Plan On Empowerment Of Women
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Landmark UAE Plan On Empowerment Of Women

With this launch, the UAE joins 84 nations, which all launched national plans in support of the women, peace and security agenda which is gaining worldwide recognition as a global priority

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March 31, 2021
Over 24m Filipinos ordered to stay indoors as virus cases rise
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Over 24m Filipinos ordered to stay indoors as virus cases rise

Govt tells residents to stay at home unless they are essential workers as Metro Manila and four neighbouring provinces enter lockdown to stop spread of virus that has strained hospitals

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March 30, 2021
Sheikh Sultan inaugurates Al Bararah Mosque in Sharjah
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Sheikh Sultan inaugurates Al Bararah Mosque in Sharjah

The mosque, which was built on an area of 665 square metres, consists of two floors, and contains three entrances, including two for males, one for females

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March 30, 2021
Relief and joy as Ever Given gets going; Sisi hails success
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Relief and joy as Ever Given gets going; Sisi hails success

Today, Egyptians have been successful in puting an end to the crisis of the stranded ship in the Suez Canal, despite the enormous complexity surrounding the process: President

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March 30, 2021
Some families do not check children's online activities
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Some families do not check children's online activities

The study, based on a survey of 12,344 households in Sharjah, has revealed that 72.3 per cent of families allow their children to use smart devices

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March 30, 2021