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Volkswagen board approves plan to cut 50,000...
The board of German automotive giant Volkswagen has approved a plan to cut an additional 50,000 jobs as part of a comprehensive restructuring initiative. This decision brings the total number of positions the company aims to eliminate by 2030 to…
Congress invites Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass...
Congressional Republicans have invited Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass to testify at a hearing on September 15 regarding the ongoing funding controversies surrounding the city's homelessness programs. This request, made by Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN), chair of the House Subcommittee…
Dubai’s ‘A Dubai Invite’ program concludes with...
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has announced the conclusion of registrations for its 'A Dubai Invite' program, which attracted over 90,000 applications from residents. This remarkable response highlights the strong desire of Dubai's residents to share their…
PwC says 78% of Saudi respondents align...
PwC research presented at LEAP 2026 found that 78 percent of respondents in Saudi Arabia had aligned their artificial intelligence plans with business objectives, compared with 65 percent globally.
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Aldar completes Abu Dhabi’s first off-plan mortgage...
Aldar Properties has made a significant advancement in Abu Dhabi's real estate sector by completing the first mortgage financing on an off-plan property under the newly established framework by the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC). This framework allows customers…
Nvidia to acquire Hugging Face for $12.93...
Nvidia has announced a significant acquisition of Hugging Face for $12.93 billion, marking one of the largest deals in its history. This move positions Nvidia, a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) chip manufacturing, at the forefront of the expanding ecosystem…
UAE shares government modernization model with Syria...
The UAE is sharing its government modernization model with Syria through a specialized executive leadership initiative aimed at enhancing public-sector capabilities. This program, which is part of the UAE Government Experience Exchange initiative, seeks to equip Syrian government leaders with…
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Odesa considers banning public performances of Russian-language songs amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine
Odesa is considering a ban on public performances of Russian-language songs amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as reported by BBC News. Currently, public playing of songs by Russian citizens is illegal across Ukraine, with exceptions for certain artists who have…
Sports
Mike Hesson optimistic about revamped Pakistan squad ahead of third Test against England
Interim head coach Mike Hesson expressed optimism regarding Pakistan's revamped squad as they prepare for the third Test against England, scheduled to begin on September 9 at Edgbaston. Following significant defeats in the first two matches of the series, the…
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Dubai’s ‘A Dubai Invite’ program concludes with over 90,000 applications from residents
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has announced the conclusion of registrations for its 'A Dubai Invite' program, which attracted over 90,000 applications from residents. This remarkable response highlights the strong desire of Dubai's residents to share their…
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KHDA reminds Dubai schools to follow 2026–27...
KHDA has reminded Dubai private schools to follow the Ministry of Education's unified academic calendar for 2026–27 after some schools announced October mid-term breaks on different dates.
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Lando Norris launches LN4 Fusion junior racing...
Lando Norris has co-founded LN4 Fusion, a single-seater racing team intended to help young drivers progress through motorsport's junior categories, Reuters reported via ARN News Centre.
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Scottish FA to introduce financial incentives for...
The Scottish FA plans financial incentives for clubs to field young Scottish players, alongside proposed under-21 quotas in cup competitions.
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UAE shares government modernization model with Syria as non-oil trade increases 132.4% to $1.4 billion
The UAE is sharing its government modernization model with Syria through a specialized executive leadership initiative aimed at enhancing public-sector capabilities. This program, which is part of the UAE Government Experience Exchange initiative, seeks to equip Syrian government leaders with…
Dubai Police maps 28 drivers of future security beyond 2026
Dubai Police identifies 28 future security drivers and proposes 21 measures, including predictive systems and AI-assisted verification, to strengthen preparedness beyond 2026.
KHDA reminds Dubai schools to follow 2026–27 calendar
KHDA has reminded Dubai private schools to follow the Ministry of Education's unified academic calendar for 2026–27 after some schools announced October mid-term breaks on different dates.
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Odesa considers banning public performances of Russian-language songs amid...
Odesa is considering a ban on public performances of Russian-language songs amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as reported by BBC News. Currently, public playing of songs by Russian citizens is illegal across Ukraine, with exceptions for certain artists who have…
Indonesia food poisoning cases near 800, lawmaker says
Nearly 800 people in Indonesia fell ill in separate food poisoning incidents linked to the government's free meals programme, a parliamentary health commission member said, according to Reuters.
Bioplastics from Sugar Offer Promising Alternative to Traditional Plastics Amid Microplastics Crisis
Bioplastics from Sugar Offer Promising Alternative to Traditional Plastics...
Dubai-it Award Nominations Open Today: Recognize Transformative Achievements by September 10, 2026
Dubai-it Award Nominations Open Today: Recognize Transformative Achievements by...
Trump’s New Executive Orders Strengthen Restrictions on Birthright Citizenship and Birth Tourism
Trump's New Executive Orders Strengthen Restrictions on Birthright Citizenship...
US Appeals Court Halts Trump’s $400 Million White House Ballroom Construction
US Appeals Court Halts Trump’s $400 Million White House...
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Volkswagen board approves plan to cut 50,000 jobs as part of major restructuring
The board of German automotive giant Volkswagen has approved a plan to cut an additional 50,000 jobs as part of a comprehensive restructuring initiative. This decision brings the total number of positions the company aims to eliminate by 2030 to…
Apple faces £2 billion lawsuit in UK over alleged unfair app tracking rules
Apple is facing a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) lawsuit in London, initiated by app developers who allege that the company's app tracking rules unfairly disadvantage third-party applications. The lawsuit, filed at the Competition Appeal Tribunal, claims that Apple's App Tracking…
India’s GDP growth of 7.8% raises concerns over accuracy amid government defense
Reporting source: www.gulf-times.com.India's recent GDP growth of 7.8% for...
Indonesia food poisoning cases near 800, lawmaker says
Nearly 800 people in Indonesia fell ill in separate food poisoning incidents linked to the government's free meals programme, a parliamentary health commission member said, according to Reuters.
PwC says 78% of Saudi respondents align AI with business goals
PwC research presented at LEAP 2026 found that 78 percent of respondents in Saudi Arabia had aligned their artificial intelligence plans with business objectives, compared with 65 percent globally.
Arada plans $7bn New Damascus project with Syrian fund
Arada has announced a joint venture with the state-owned Syrian Sovereign Fund for a planned city development west of Damascus, with an estimated gross development value of $7 billion.
Philippine couple weds in flooded Hagonoy church
A couple went ahead with their wedding in a flooded church in Hagonoy, north of Manila, despite advice to postpone as water levels rose, AFP reported in a story published by Gulf Today.
