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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-launches-ai-powered-zayed-spokesperson-to-transform-government-communication/2745</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T18:50:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE launches AI-powered 'Zayed' spokesperson to transform government communication</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ &#039;Zayed&#039; is designed to enhance how the Office engages with audiences by providing real-time, interactive and intelligent communication. The platform will support the delivery of strategic messaging through modern digital channels, making information more accessible across different segments of society. WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/investors-plan-2-billion-buyback-of-ai-firm-manus-from-meta/2744</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T18:19:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Investors plan $2 billion buyback of AI firm Manus from Meta</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ File photo of a logo of Meta Platforms company. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/this-is-where-we-belong-why-these-uae-residents-signed-on-to-the-uae-pledge-and-commitment-initiative/2743</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T18:16:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>'This is where we belong': Why these UAE residents signed on to the UAE Pledge and Commitment initiative</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ From left: Laura Andia Aligula, Terri Matope and Eti Bhasin said they were prompted to sign the UAE Pledge because of the sense of community and belonging they feel in the UAE. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/bank-of-england-holds-interest-rates-at-375-as-inflation-pressures-ease/2742</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T17:15:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% as inflation pressures ease</news:title>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/health/fda-panel-reviews-first-mrna-based-flu-vaccine-from-moderna/2741</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T17:02:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>FDA panel reviews first mRNA-based flu vaccine from Moderna</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A file picture of a sign marks the offices of Moderna in Cambridge, Massachusetts. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/gold-falls-as-stronger-dollar-and-fed-outlook-weigh-on-prices/2740</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T16:14:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Gold falls as stronger dollar and Fed outlook weigh on prices</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Spot gold fell 0.3 percent to $4,245.99 per ounce, extending losses after a 1.7 percent drop in the previous session. U.S. gold futures also declined, falling 2.6 percent to $4,265.50. File picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/major-oak-of-sherwood-forest-robin-hoods-legendary-tree-dies-at-1200-years-old/2738</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T16:12:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Major Oak of Sherwood Forest, Robin Hood’s legendary tree, dies at 1,200 years old</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The tree is said to have sheltered Robin Hood, the legendary 13th-century bandit who stole from the rich and gave to the poor and took refuge in the forest when being pursued by the sheriff of Nottingham. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/us-fuel-prices-fall-below-4-as-oil-markets-react-to-iran-deal/2739</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T16:09:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>US fuel prices fall below $4 as oil markets react to Iran deal</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A board above the trading floor of the New York Stock Exchange displays the closing number for the Dow Jones industrial average, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Picture used for illustrative purpose only. AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-tourist-police-return-aed-3000-after-tourist-returns-to-home-country/2737</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T15:57:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Tourist Police return AED 3,000 after tourist returns to home country</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The tourist, who was surprised by the speed of the response and the swift communication with her even in her home country, expressed her happiness at recovering the money. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/health/advanced-bone-marrow-treatment-in-abu-dhabi-gives-new-hope-to-child-with-leukemia/2735</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T15:42:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Advanced bone marrow treatment in Abu Dhabi gives new hope to child with leukemia</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Gaith, a two-year-and-ten-month-old child, was diagnosed with infantile B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL), a rare condition requiring intensive and specialised treatment due to a high-risk genetic mutation. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/uae-jobs-resigning-before-probation-ends-heres-the-notice-period-you-still-need-to-serve/2736</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T15:39:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE jobs: Resigning before probation ends? Here's the notice period you still need to serve</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Under the UAE Labour Law an employee is required to serve a notice period even if they resign during their probation period.
Photo credit: Pexels ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/fanr-chief-reviews-safety-oversight-at-barakah-nuclear-power-plant/2733</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T15:23:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>FANR chief reviews safety oversight at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The visit underscored FANR’s continued commitment to ensuring the safe, secure and peaceful operation of the UAE’s nuclear energy programme through independent and robust regulatory oversight. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/news/first-tankers-cross-strait-after-iran-deal-as-israeli-strikes-in-lebanon-raise-doubts/2734</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T15:19:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>First tankers cross strait after Iran deal as Israeli strikes in Lebanon raise doubts</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A container ship, right, and a cargo vessel are seen in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/dewa-summer-tools-how-dubai-residents-can-reduce-electricity-and-water-bills/2731</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T15:14:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>DEWA summer tools: How Dubai residents can reduce electricity and water bills</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4136.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s (DEWA) Smart Living tools help you manage your electricity and water consumption more efficiently in warmer months. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/middle-east-crisis-exposes-risks-in-global-hydrogen-supply-chains-says-iea/2732</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T15:10:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Middle East crisis exposes vulnerabilities in global hydrogen supply chains: IEA</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The IEA said the disruption has affected both production and trade, creating challenges for sectors that rely heavily on hydrogen derivatives, particularly fertilisers and industrial feedstocks. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/world-cup-formations-explained-how-coaches-set-up-their-squads-in-group-play/2730</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T14:47:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>World Cup formations explained: How coaches set up their squads in group play</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Coaches tend to have preferred formations, but it’s not unusual for them to change them depending on opponents or even during matches. A view from the World Cup Group K match between Colombia and Uzbekistan for illustrative purposes only. (AP Photo/Silvia Izquierdo) ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/qantas-to-launch-22-hour-nonstop-london-sydney-flight-in-october-next-year/2729</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T14:32:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Qantas to launch 22-hour nonstop London-Sydney flight in October next year</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ While a standard Airbus A350-1000 can carry up to 480 passengers, Qantas’ customized version A350-1000ULR will carry only 238. (Quantas) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-bans-use-of-social-media-platforms-for-children-under-15/2728</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T13:10:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE bans social media for children under 15, sets age verification rules</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Children below 15 are prohibited from creating, using, or operating personal accounts on social media platforms, and are prohibited from accessing the full features of such platforms. Photo for illustrative purposes only. (WAM) ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/hamdan-bin-mohammed-highlights-mohammed-bin-rashids-vision-behind-dubais-success/2727</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T12:53:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hamdan bin Mohammed highlights Mohammed bin Rashid’s vision behind Dubai’s success</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Sheikh Hamdan emphasised that the emirate’s development journey is defined by its ability to translate bold concepts into tangible outcomes. Picture: Hamdan bin Mohammed, X ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/maktoum-bin-mohammed-highlights-sheikh-mohammeds-vision-of-ambition-and-achievement/2726</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T12:39:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Maktoum bin Mohammed highlights Sheikh Mohammed’s vision of ambition and achievement</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Maktoum bin Mohammed highlights Sheikh Mohammed’s vision of ambition and achievement ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/how-india-sparred-with-telegram-over-neet-paper-leak-channels-ahead-of-app-ban/2725</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T12:18:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>How India sparred with Telegram over NEET paper leak ahead of app ban</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4154.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Telegram&#039;s founder Pavel Durov has said the Indian government&#039;s ban "is a mistake" ⁠which punishes its users while leaks can just move to other apps. Illustration: Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/hegseth-blasts-nato-members-announces-review-of-us-forces-in-europe/2723</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T12:16:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hegseth lashes out at NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4152.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks next to British Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis, and Turkish Defence Minister Yasar Guler as they attend a meeting of the North Atlantic Council (NAC) during the NATO Defence Ministers&#039; meeting at the alliance&#039;s headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, June 18, 2026. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-ranks-5th-globally-in-imd-competitiveness-report-says-mohammed-bin-rashid/2724</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T12:13:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE ranks 5th globally in IMD competitiveness report, says Mohammed bin Rashid</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4153.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The UAE ranked 5th globally, securing 1st place in Economic Performance and leading across 21 global indicators, according to the report published by the International Institute for Management Development in Switzerland. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/maktoum-bin-mohammed-launches-the-ministry-of-finances-strategic-plan-2027-2029/2722</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T10:55:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Maktoum bin Mohammed launches the Ministry of Finance's strategic plan 2027-2029</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4151.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/how-one-act-of-courage-by-his-father-shaped-bhaskar-dasguptas-life-and-leadership/2721</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T10:18:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>How one act of courage by his father shaped this UAE-resident's life and leadership</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4131.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The tight-knit Dasgupta family (left to right): Shilipi, Dr Papia, Roby and Dr Bhaskar. Picture credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/in-the-uae-wherever-you-are-youre-safe-why-residents-say-signing-the-uae-pledge-and-commitment-initiative-was-a-natural-choice/2720</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Qatari fans march during a World Cup rally in Vancouver, British Columbia, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ An attendant wheels a patient at a hospital in New Delhi, India, June 22, 2023. Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/foreigners-sell-japanese-stocks-for-third-straight-week-as-nikkei-hits-record-amid-inflation-concerns/2717</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A pedestrian stands in front of a stock quotation board showing the Nikkei share average outside a brokerage in Tokyo, Japan, June 12, 2026. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Intel and Apple logos. (Illustration/Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-luis-diaz-leads-colombia-to-3-1-win-over-uzbekistan-top-group-k/2715</loc>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/zohran-mamdani-tests-his-political-clout-in-new-yorks-primary-as-he-looks-to-reshape-the-democratic-party/2714</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani arrives to take part in the National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Sunday, June 14, 2026 in New York. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/us-iran-presidents-sign-ceasefire-agreement-as-trump-warns-of-possible-renewed-attacks/2713</loc>
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            <news:title>US, Iran presidents sign ceasefire agreement as Trump warns of possible renewed attacks</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ US President Donald Trump leaves the dinner at the Palace of Versailles, early Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Versailles, France. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-weather-dust-clears-as-humidity-rises-and-fog-risk-returns-while-dubai-abu-dhabi-and-sharjah-to-have-temperatures-in-the-early-40c-range/2712</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T05:09:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE weather: Dust clears as humidity rises and fog risk returns, while Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah to have temperatures in the early 40°C range</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts fair weather in general, and a gradual increase in temperatures across the country. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/morocco-climb-to-sixth-in-fifa-world-rankings/2711</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T04:06:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Morocco climb to sixth in FIFA world rankings</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi talks with his team following their World Cup Group C soccer match against Brazil in East Rutherford, N.J. File photograph. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/ombudsman-secures-prince-of-waless-stakes-title-for-godolphin-at-royal-ascot/2710</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T04:04:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Ombudsman secures Prince of Wales’s Stakes title for Godolphin at Royal Ascot</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Ombudsman has further cemented his status among the world’s leading middle-distance horses. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-qatar-sign-mou-on-data-protection-in-joint-projects/2709</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T03:51:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE, Qatar sign MoU on data protection in joint projects</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The MoU was signed as part of efforts to strengthen security cooperation and coordination between the two fraternal countries. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/swedes-skip-work-when-soccer-fever-takes-hold-statistics-agency-says/2708</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T03:44:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Swedes skip work when soccer fever takes hold, statistics agency says</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Swedes skip work when soccer fever takes hold, statistics agency says ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-how-footballs-eligibility-rules-work-and-their-impact-on-the-world-cup/2707</loc>
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            <news:title>FIFA World Cup 2026: How football's eligibility rules work and their impact on the World Cup</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Big screen shows attendance during the World Cup Group L soccer match between England and Croatia in Arlington, Texas. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/harry-kane-ties-englands-record-for-world-cup-goals-in-4-2-win-over-croatia/2706</loc>
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            <news:title>Harry Kane ties England's record for World Cup goals in 4-2 win over Croatia</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ England&#039;s Harry Kane (9) celebrates after scoring a goal during the World Cup Group L soccer match between England and Croatia in Arlington, Texas. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/portugal-held-to-1-1-draw-by-dr-congo-in-their-world-cup-opener/2705</loc>
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            <news:title>Portugal held to 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup opener</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Portugal&#039;s Cristiano Ronaldo looks dejected after the match. Picture credit: Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/south-africa-midfielder-zwane-handed-three-match-world-cup-ban/2704</loc>
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            <news:title>South Africa midfielder Zwane handed three-match World Cup ban</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Referee Wilton Sampaio, of Brazil, show the red card to South Africa&#039;s Themba Zwane during the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/uae-floating-hospital-in-al-arish-receives-five-new-cases-from-gaza-strip-as-part-of-operation-chivalrous-knight-3/2703</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T22:39:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish receives five new cases from Gaza Strip as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ With the arrival of the new cases, the total number of patients received by the hospital since the reopening of the Rafah crossing has risen to 95. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-administers-novel-precision-therapy-to-first-patient-worldwide-with-advanced-breast-cancer/2702</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T22:36:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi administers novel precision therapy to first patient worldwide with advanced breast cancer</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Burjeel Cancer Institute has administered this novel precision therapy to a woman in her forties diagnosed with advanced breast cancer. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-municipality-launches-nanoparticle-detection-laboratory-for-food-products-to-enhance-dubais-leadership-in-food-safety/2701</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T22:33:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Municipality launches nanoparticle detection laboratory for food products to enhance Dubai’s leadership in food safety</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The launch forms part of the ongoing efforts of Dubai Central Laboratory to develop a specialised laboratory testing ecosystem and strengthen its technical and technological capabilities. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/a-closer-look-sharjah-overhauls-roads-for-dh750-million-to-open-dubai-routes/2700</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T21:42:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>A closer look: Sharjah overhauls roads for Dh750 million to open Dubai routes</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The project centres on two key axes: a comprehensive upgrade of the Al Taawun corridor running to Al Nahda Bridge and on into Dubai and the development of Al Khan Street through to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-launches-sovereign-retail-sukuk-programme-for-individual-investors/2699</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T18:22:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE launches sovereign retail sukuk programme for individual investors</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The T-Sukuk programme offers a minimum subscription amount of AED1,000, making it accessible to a broad segment of the population. It provides potential risk-free returns within a transparent and regulated investment framework. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-municipality-launches-advanced-lab-to-detect-nanoparticles-in-food-products/2698</loc>
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            <news:title>Dubai Municipality launches advanced lab to detect nanoparticles in food products</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The new facility, operated by Dubai Central Laboratory, uses advanced ICP-MS technology to accurately detect titanium dioxide in processed food products, with test results delivered in under five minutes. Supplied picture used for illustrative purpose only. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/from-no-finish-line-to-dubai-it-how-sheikh-mohammeds-words-are-key-to-dubais-success-story/2697</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ "We launched ‘Dubai-it’ to pass on Dubai&#039;s philosophy in action to generations, instill it as a work culture in our institutions and companies and build the next leaps forward with it. Our motto has always been, we say what we do, and we do what we say." - His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Abu Dhabi: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has announced a collaboration with Owkin to launch &#039;Aila&#039;, described as the world’s first clinical artificial intelligence scientist. The advanced platform is designed to support real-time clinical decision-making and accelerate medical research by analysing real patient data. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-schools-warn-of-strict-penalties-for-cheating-ahead-of-final-exams/2693</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T05:40:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE redefines global fight against desertification, drought</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The UAE continues to advance the objectives of its National Strategy to Combat Desertification 2022-2030. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/cape-verdes-vozinha-becomes-an-instagram-sensation-thanks-to-his-saves-and-a-streamers-push/2668</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T05:35:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Cape Verde's Vozinha becomes an Instagram sensation thanks to his saves and a streamer's push</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha (1) waves a flag for fans after a 0-0 draw during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Spain and Cape Verde in Atlanta. File photograph. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-what-to-know-ronaldo-looks-to-make-history-by-scoring-in-6th-world-cup/2667</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T05:16:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>FIFA World Cup 2026 what to know: Ronaldo looks to make history by scoring in 6th World Cup</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Portugal&#039;s Cristiano Ronaldo runs drills during the men&#039;s national soccer team training session ahead of their FIFA World Cup soccer tournament match. File photograph. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/norways-haaland-sparkles-on-world-cup-debut-with-two-goals-for-4-1-victory-over-iraq/2666</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T05:13:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Norway's Haaland sparkles on World Cup debut with two goals for 4-1 victory over Iraq</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Norway&#039;s Erling Haaland in action with Iraq&#039;s Hussein Ali and Zaid Tahseen. Picture credit: Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/france-striker-kylian-mbappe-scores-his-13th-world-cup-goal-breaking-a-tie-with-pele/2665</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T02:33:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>France striker Kylian Mbappé scores his 13th World Cup goal, breaking a tie with Pelé</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ France&#039;s Kylian Mbappe applauds the fans at the end of during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/kylian-mbappe-sparks-france-with-two-goals-in-3-1-win-over-senegal-at-the-world-cup/2664</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T01:58:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Kylian Mbappé sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at the World Cup</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ France&#039;s Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring the opening goal of his team during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/sharjah-ruler-announces-new-direct-road-links-with-dubai/2663</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-17T00:39:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>AED750 million road projects announced to ease Sharjah-Dubai traffic</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A series of projects have been announced, to construct and develop internal and main roads linking the emirates of Sharjah and Dubai, at a cost of Dh750 million. Picture for illustrative purposes. File photograph. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/kansas-city-barbecue-meets-argentine-asado-as-world-cup-fans-arrive/2661</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-16T22:19:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Kansas City barbecue meets Argentine asado as World Cup fans arrive</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Argentina fans host a party in Kansas City. Picture credit: Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-cinema-sector-revenues-exceed-dh734-million/2660</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-16T21:58:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE cinema sector revenues exceed Dh734 million</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ In 2025, more than 14.8 million tickets were sold across approximately 1,270 films screened nationwide. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/ministry-of-community-empowerment-launches-social-empowerment-programme-madar/2659</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-16T21:54:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Ministry of Community Empowerment launches social empowerment programme 'Madar'</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The programme directs beneficiaries who are capable of work toward key empowerment tracks tailored to their needs and readiness. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/im-british-but-my-heart-is-al-ain-dads-video-of-daughters-singing-uae-anthem-wins-hearts-online/2662</loc>
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            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-16T21:53:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>‘I’m British, but my heart is Al Ain’: Dad’s video of daughters singing UAE anthem wins hearts online</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Alexander Jackson with his family.
Photo credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/rta-opens-registration-for-dubai-world-challenge-for-self-driving-transport-2027/2658</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-16T21:46:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>RTA opens registration for Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport 2027</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Challenge supports Dubai Government’s vision of converting 25% of all mobility journeys in the emirate into self-driving trips by 2030. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-president-and-indian-prime-minister-discuss-strengthening-ties-under-comprehensive-strategic-partnership/2670</loc>
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            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-16T21:25:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE President and Indian Prime Minister discuss strengthening ties under Comprehensive Strategic Partnership</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met today with His Excellency Narendra Modi. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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