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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-press-club-concludes-third-phase-of-dubai-content-creators-programme-in-collaboration-with-dubai-culture/2786</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T22:35:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Press Club concludes third phase of ‘Dubai Content Creators Programme’ in collaboration with Dubai Culture</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Running from June 8 to 19, the programme brought together content creators and participants interested in the cultural and creative sectors for an intensive training experience. Picture credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/news/lebanese-villagers-return-to-find-homes-in-ruins/2785</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T19:10:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Lebanese villagers return to find homes in ruins</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A woman returning to her village after displacement by the war holds a box salvaged from her neighbour’s house, which was destroyed by an Israeli strike, in Qlaileh, Tyre district, southern Lebanon, June 19, 2026. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/dubai-is-special/dubai-taught-me-to-think-bigger-why-this-dubai-resident-is-embracing-the-dubai-it-mindset/2784</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T18:59:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>'Dubai taught me to think bigger': Why this Dubai resident is embracing the 'Dubai-it' mindset</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ For Divya Singh, head of marketing at a UAE free zone, &#039;Dubai-it&#039; is about creating opportunities that have a lasting impact on people.
Photo credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-residency-controls-illegal-practices-for-exploiting-visa-procedures-on-social-media-platforms/2783</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T18:14:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Residency controls illegal practices for exploiting visa procedures on social media platforms</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/israel-hezbollah-agree-to-ceasefire-starting-friday-us-official/2782</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T17:48:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting Friday: U.S. official</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Barber Wissam Srour, 41, searches for belongings in the rubble of his barbershop, damaged in an Israeli strike, in the southern port city of Tyre, Lebanon, Friday, June 19, 2026. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/five-largest-indian-ipos-to-date-as-jio-platforms-eyes-record-ipo/2781</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T17:19:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Five largest Indian IPOs to date as Jio Platforms eyes record IPO</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ People walk past a Reliance Industries&#039; Jio Digital Life store on a street in Kolkata, India, June 19, 2026. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-directive-to-convert-50-of-government-operations-to-agentic-ai-in-two-years-al-gergawi/2780</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T16:24:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE directive to convert 50% of government operations to Agentic AI in two years: Al Gergawi</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the National Committee for the Agentic AI Project, speaking at the Agentic AI workshop ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/italys-top-diplomat-cancels-us-trip-as-meloni-slams-trumps-claim-she-begged-for-a-photo-with-him/2779</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T16:14:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Italy's top diplomat cancels US trip as Meloni slams Trump's claim she 'begged' for a photo with him</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ US President Donald Trump speaks to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, June 17, 2026. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/summer-solstice-guide-sunday-is-the-longest-day-of-the-year-in-the-northern-hemisphere/2777</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T15:46:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Summer Solstice Guide: Sunday is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A view of the skyline above central London at sunrise on June 19, 2026. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/ambanis-jio-platforms-plans-record-38-billion-indian-ipo-in-mumbai/2776</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T15:42:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Ambani’s Jio Platforms files for $3.8 billion IPO that could be India's biggest</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Mukesh Ambani (Emirates 24/7Archive) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/reliance-jio-platforms-ipo-mukesh-ambanis-biggest-listing-key-businesses-financials-and-investors/2775</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T14:49:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>India's largest ever IPO Reliance Jio Platforms from Mukesh Ambani: Know the businesses and investors of the IPO-bound firm</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ (File Photo: Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/uae-team-emirates-xrg-retains-tour-de-suisse-lead/2774</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T14:03:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE Team Emirates-XRG retains Tour de Suisse lead</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE Team Emirates-XRG retains Tour de Suisse lead ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/neet-exam-retake-india-medical-school-hopefuls-face-anxiety-after-paper-leak-scandal/2773</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T13:37:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>NEET exam retake: India medical school hopefuls face anxiety after paper leak scandal</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Indian flag, Telegram app logo and words "Neet-UG 2026" are seen in this illustration taken June 19, 2026. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/achraf-hakimi-to-stand-trial-in-rape-case-french-appeals-court-confirms/2772</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T13:23:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Morocco star Achraf Hakimi to stand trial in rape case, French appeals court confirms</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/19/4238.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Morocco&#039;s Achraf Hakimi exercises during a training session ahead of the World Cup Group C soccer match between Scotland and Morocco in Foxborough, Mass., near Boston, Thursday, June 18, 2026. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/no-un-sanctions-lifting-on-iran-without-french-approval-foreign-minister-barrot-says/2771</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T12:55:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>No UN sanctions lifting on Iran without French approval, Foreign Minister Barrot says</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot speaks during a conference with Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups to support a two-state solution in Paris, Friday June 12, 2026. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/health/australia-detects-first-suspected-h5n1-bird-flu-case-on-mainland/2770</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T12:39:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Australia, last continent without H5 bird flu, detects first suspected case</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Australia, last continent without H5 bird flu, detects first suspected case ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/rtas-mobile-vehicle-inspection-service-how-to-get-your-car-tested-at-home-in-dubai/2769</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T12:37:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>RTA's mobile vehicle inspection service: How to get your car tested at home in Dubai</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A car’s registration is renewed every year, but if your car is older than three years, you will need to get a vehicle inspection done as well. This ensures roadworthiness, and you will be provided a roadworthiness certificate, which is required to renew your vehicle registration.
Photo credit: abertesting.ae ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/yen-nears-40-year-low-as-dollar-gains-amid-doubts-over-us-iran-peace-talks-and-japan-intervention-fears/2768</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T12:33:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Yen nears 40-year low, dollar gains as peace talks in doubt</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/19/4234.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A monitor displays the current Japanese Yen exchange rate against the U.S. dollar and the Nikkei share average at a dealing room of the foreign exchange trading company Gaitame.com in Tokyo, Japan, June 19, 2026. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/french-minister-says-israel-must-stop-hostilities-in-lebanon-us-must-pressure-israel/2767</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T12:30:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>French Minister says Israel must stop hostilities in Lebanon, US must pressure Israel</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/19/4233.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot speaks during a conference with Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups to support a two-state solution in Paris, Friday June 12, 2026. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/emirates-expands-operations-in-ghana-with-additional-weekly-flights/2766</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T12:07:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Emirates expands operations in Ghana with additional weekly flights</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ With the introduction of flights EK789/EK790 from 12 July, Emirates will serve Ghana with 11 weekly flights operated by its widebody Boeing 777-300ER. (Supplied) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/obama-opens-presidential-center-in-chicago-urges-shared-citizenship/2765</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T11:35:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Obama celebrates opening of his presidential museum with call to citizenship</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/19/4219.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Former President Barack Obama speaks during the dedication ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center, Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Jon Cherry) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/uae-basic-health-insurance-scheme-coverage-from-dh320-for-northern-emirates-residents/2764</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T11:34:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE Basic Health Insurance Scheme: Coverage from Dh320 for Northern Emirates residents</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/19/3996.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Valid health insurance is mandatory for every residence visa that’s issued or renewed in the UAE. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Pexels. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/rescue-dog-osito-steals-hearts-at-the-world-cup-one-bike-ride-at-a-time/2763</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T11:26:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Rescue dog Osito steals hearts at the World Cup, one bike ride at a time</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/19/4215.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A dog named Osito wears a Mexico national team jersey and rides in a bicycle basket of Jorge Rangel before a World Cup Group A soccer match against South Korea in Mexico City, Thursday, June 18, 2026. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-mexico-reaches-knockout-stage-first-after-1-0-win-over-south-korea/2762</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T09:10:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Mexico reaches World Cup knockout stage first after 1-0 win over South Korea</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ South Korea&#039;s Cho Gue-sung (9) heads the ball towards Mexico goalkeeper Raul Rangel during the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Korea in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, Mexico, Thursday, June 18, 2026. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/david-hat-trick-as-canada-crush-nine-man-qatar-6-0-to-earn-first-world-cup-finals-win/2760</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T04:21:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>David hat-trick as Canada crush nine-man Qatar 6-0 to earn first World Cup finals win</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Canada&#039;s Nathan Saliba celebrates scoring their fourth goal with Cyle Larin and Ali Ahmed. Picture credit: Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-weather-humidity-levels-surge-as-temperatures-soar-to-47c/2761</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T04:20:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE weather: Humidity levels surge as temperatures soar to 47°C</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ If you’re interested in beach activities tonight, the forecast looks favourable. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/brazilian-soccer-fans-at-the-world-cup-heed-warning-not-to-dress-rocky-statue-in-team-gear/2759</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T02:07:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gear</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ People pose by the statue of Rocky during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/aani-uae-how-to-send-money-instantly-using-just-a-phone-number/2778</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>2026-06-19T01:56:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Aani UAE: How to send money instantly using just a phone number</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Aani offers a convenient, secure and user-friendly way to transfer and settle funds. Picture credit: Al Etihad Payments ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/inside-the-colourful-compelling-and-controversial-jersey-designs-at-the-world-cup/2758</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>2026-06-19T01:25:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Inside the colourful, compelling and controversial jersey designs at the World Cup</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Argentina&#039;s Lionel Messi (10) celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Algeria in Kansas City. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/neymar-ruled-out-of-brazils-second-match-at-the-world-cup-because-of-a-calf-injury/2757</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>2026-06-19T01:23:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Neymar ruled out of Brazil's second match at the World Cup because of a calf injury</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Brazil&#039;s Neymar looks on before the World Cup Group C soccer match against Morocco in East Rutherford, N.J. File photograph. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/johan-manzambi-scores-two-as-switzerland-beats-bosnia-herzegovina-4-1-at-the-world-cup/2756</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T01:20:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Johan Manzambi scores two as Switzerland beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1 at the World Cup</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Switzerland&#039;s players celebrate after scoring, from the penalty spot, their side&#039;s fourth goal during the World Cup Group B soccer match between Switzerland and Bosnia. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/under-the-radar-these-less-than-stars-have-made-an-impact-at-the-world-cup/2755</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>2026-06-19T01:08:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Under the radar: These less-than-stars have made an impact at the World Cup</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ New Zealand&#039;s Elijah Just (11) celebrates after scoring a goal during the World Cup Group G soccer match between Iran and New Zealand in Inglewood, California, US. File photograph. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/south-africa-keeps-its-world-cup-hopes-alive-with-a-1-1-draw-against-the-czech-republic/2754</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-06-19T01:02:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>South Africa keeps its World Cup hopes alive with a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ South African players celebrate after the World Cup Group A soccer match between Czechia and South Africa in Atlanta. Picture credit: AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/icp-grants-individuals-affected-by-exceptional-circumstances-a-30-day-grace-period-to-regularise-their-status/2753</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T23:07:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>ICP grants individuals affected by exceptional circumstances a 30-day grace period to regularise their status in UAE</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4187.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The grace period commenced on June 10, 2026 and will remain in effect until July 9, 2026, allowing eligible individuals to either regularise their status in the UAE or depart the country. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/rta-expands-driver-training-zones-opens-doors-to-investors/2752</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T23:03:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>RTA expands driver training zones, opens doors to investors</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ This expansion forms part of RTA’s strategy to keep pace with the emirate’s rapid urban and population growth and ensure residents have convenient access to driver training services. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-continues-urgent-humanitarian-response-to-support-philippine-earthquake-victims/2751</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T23:00:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE continues urgent humanitarian response to support Philippine earthquake victims</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ This humanitarian response reflects the UAE&#039;s commitment to continuing its active humanitarian role in supporting people affected by natural disasters around the world. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-belgium-joint-statement-on-extradition-of-three-wanted-individuals-by-belgian-authorities/2750</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T22:56:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE-Belgium joint statement on extradition of three wanted individuals by Belgian authorities</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Verlinden expressed her deep appreciation to the UAE authorities for their continued efforts to enhance mutual judicial cooperation. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/khaled-bin-mohamed-bin-zayed-inaugurates-al-samha-housing-project-at-cost-of-dh738-million/2749</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T22:49:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed inaugurates Al Samha Housing Project at cost of Dh738 million</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Spanning 50 hectares, the project is valued at Dh738 million and features 242 villas. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/mohesr-launches-updates-to-registration-and-admissions-platform-for-higher-education-institutions/2748</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T22:40:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>MoHESR launches updates to registration and admissions platform for higher education institutions</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4180.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research&#039;s Edu Hub platform helps students plan their academic pathways and make informed decisions about their academic future. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/tadweer-group-and-ministry-of-education-reach-260-students-through-generation-green-programme-across-the-uae/2746</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T20:28:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Tadweer Group and Ministry of Education reach 260 students through Generation Green Programme across the UAE</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The programme reached 260 students and was designed to strengthen environmental awareness, encourage sustainable behaviours and introduce students to the principles of waste management and the circular economy. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-launches-ai-powered-zayed-spokesperson-to-transform-government-communication/2745</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T18:50:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE launches AI-powered 'Zayed' spokesperson to transform government communication</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4177.webp</image:loc>
                        <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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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/investors-plan-2-billion-buyback-of-ai-firm-manus-from-meta/2744</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4176.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ File photo of a logo of Meta Platforms company. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <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>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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>
        </news:news>
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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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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/bank-of-england-holds-interest-rates-at-375-as-inflation-pressures-ease/2742</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T17:15:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% as inflation pressures ease</news:title>
        </news:news>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/health/fda-panel-reviews-first-mrna-based-flu-vaccine-from-moderna/2741</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4174.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A file picture of a sign marks the offices of Moderna in Cambridge, Massachusetts. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/gold-falls-as-stronger-dollar-and-fed-outlook-weigh-on-prices/2740</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4173.webp</image:loc>
                        <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>
                    </image:image>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/major-oak-of-sherwood-forest-robin-hoods-legendary-tree-dies-at-1200-years-old/2738</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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>
        </news:news>
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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>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/us-fuel-prices-fall-below-4-as-oil-markets-react-to-iran-deal/2739</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4172.webp</image:loc>
                        <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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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-tourist-police-return-aed-3000-after-tourist-returns-to-home-country/2737</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/06/18/4170.webp</image:loc>
                        <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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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/health/advanced-bone-marrow-treatment-in-abu-dhabi-gives-new-hope-to-child-with-leukemia/2735</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T15:42:00+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>
                    </image:image>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/uae-jobs-resigning-before-probation-ends-heres-the-notice-period-you-still-need-to-serve/2736</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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: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:language>en</news:language>
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            <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>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <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: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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                                    <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:language>en</news:language>
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            <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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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/world-cup-formations-explained-how-coaches-set-up-their-squads-in-group-play/2730</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <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>
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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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                                    <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:language>en</news:language>
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            <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>
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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>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <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>
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                <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: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:language>en</news:language>
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            <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: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: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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        	<url>
                                    <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: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: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>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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: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>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <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>
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                        <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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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T10:12:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>‘In the UAE, wherever you are, you’re safe’: Why residents say signing the UAE Pledge and Commitment initiative was a natural choice</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ From left: Ahmed Ali Nalwala, Samar Karam and Tuhin Sengupta said signing the UAE pledge gave them a chance to thank a country that helped them build a life, for others, it is a way to reaffirm their commitment to the UAE’s values. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-qatar-fans-get-government-funded-trip-to-support-their-team-in-vancouver/2719</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T10:01:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>FIFA World Cup 2026: Qatar fans get government-funded trip to support their team</news:title>
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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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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/kkr-eyes-at-least-1-billion-stake-in-medicovers-india-hospital-arm/2718</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T09:47:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>KKR eyes at least $1 billion stake in Medicover's India hospital arm</news:title>
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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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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T09:39:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Foreigners sell Japanese stocks for third straight week as Nikkei hits record amid inflation concerns</news:title>
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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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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/trump-says-apple-to-work-with-intel-to-manufacture-chips-in-us/2716</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T09:20:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Trump says Apple to work with Intel to manufacture chips in US</news:title>
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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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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T08:56:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>FIFA World Cup 2026: Luis Díaz sparks Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Colombia&#039;s Luis Diaz (7) celebrates after scoring his team&#039;s second goal during the World Cup Group K soccer match between Uzbekistan and Colombia in Mexico City, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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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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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T08:35:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Zohran Mamdani tests his political clout in New York's primary as he looks to reshape the Democratic Party</news:title>
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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:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-06-18T08:22:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <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>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/ombudsman-secures-prince-of-waless-stakes-title-for-godolphin-at-royal-ascot/2710</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <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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