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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T12:29:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Muna Busamra: Cyber fraud enters homes uninvited, media on the front lines of defence</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Muna Busamra, President of the Dubai Media Academy ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubais-ambition-goes-beyond-building-worlds-largest-airport-to-delivering-best-travel-experience-khalifa-al-zaffin/6675</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T12:18:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai seeks world’s best travel experience, not just biggest airport: Khalifa Al Zaffin</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Speaking during a session titled ‘Al Maktoum International Airport … The New Airport for the World’ at the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum, Al Zaffin outlined how the airport project aims to redefine the global travel experience. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-rta-studies-integrated-underground-transport-system-for-passengers-and-goods-says-mattar-al-tayer/6674</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T12:15:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Mattar Al Tayer: Dubai exploring integrated underground transport system</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority speaking at the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/mumbai-airport-vs-airlines-adani-plans-33-international-flight-slot-cuts-for-terminal-1b-rebuild/6673</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T12:08:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Why Mumbai Airport and airlines are at odds over flight cuts</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A man takes a picture of a Vistara airline passanger aircraft parked at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai, India, February 1, 2024. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/shark-tank-dubai-returns-for-fourth-season-on-dubai-tv/6672</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T11:54:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>‘Shark Tank Dubai’ returns for fourth season on Dubai TV</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Salem Belyouha: “Shark Tank Dubai” provides a platform where promising ideas and businesses meet expertise and investment. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/robin-sharma-leaderships-future-starts-with-humanity-in-the-age-of-ai/6671</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T11:47:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Robin Sharma: Future of leadership begins with humanity in the age of AI</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Robin Sharma speaking at the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum in Dubai. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/al-gergawi-best-tribute-to-sheikh-mohammed-bin-rashid-is-continuing-the-work/6670</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T11:06:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Al Gergawi: Best tribute to Mohammed bin Rashid is to continue the work</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Excellency Mohammed Al Gergawi speaking during the opening session of the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum in Dubai. (Photo: Dennis Mallari) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-teacher-jailed-2-years-deported-for-assaulting-four-students-court-cites-surveillance-footage/6669</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:43:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi teacher gets 2 years in jail, deportation for assaulting 4 students</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The teacher admitted assaulting the students, claiming he did so to prevent disorder and disruption during class and to control their behaviour. (Photo by Harry Shelton on Unsplash) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/technology/anthropic-warns-small-ai-models-could-soon-self-replicate-on-iot-devices-without-data-centers/6668</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:13:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>AI models may soon self-replicate without access to data centers, Anthropic warns</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Replicating models would be hard to shut down as there is no central ‌switch-off point. An illustration of an Anthropic logo, a keyboard and a robotic hand used for illustrative purposes only. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/mohammed-bin-rashid-leadership-forum-opens-in-dubai-with-1000-government-and-private-sector-leaders/6667</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T09:41:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum opens with 1,000 government and private sector leaders</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum is one of the most prominent annual gatherings specializing in management and leadership. (Photo: Ibrahim Sadiq) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/dubai-night-markets-are-back-free-entry-food-shopping-and-family-fun-until-2am/6665</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T09:07:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai night markets are back: Free entry, food, shopping and family fun until 2am</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ For food, every night market has a dedicated food court style area, where you can walk around to check out the stalls serving snacks, street food or drinks. File photo used for illustrative purposes only.
Photo credit: Department of Economy and Tourism ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/entertainment/breaking-bad-actor-and-disability-rights-advocate-rj-mitte-dies-at-34-in-texas/6664</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T09:02:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>'Breaking Bad' actor and disability rights activist RJ Mitte dead at 34</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ File photo: Actor RJ Mitte poses at the premiere for "El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie" in Los Angeles, California, U.S., October 7, 2019. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/entertainment/selma-blair-arrested-after-alleged-abuse-of-delta-flight-attendants-on-la-to-new-york-flight/6663</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T08:56:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Actor Selma Blair arrested and accused of abusing flight attendants</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Actor Selma Blair leaves Queens Criminal Court following her arraignment after she was arrested after flight attendants reported a "physically abusive passenger" on a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to New York, in New York, US, October 12, 2026, in this still image taken from video.  (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/news/riyadh-king-khalid-airport-closed-until-oct-17-as-houthi-attacks-force-flight-cancellations/6662</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T08:33:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Riyadh airport to remain shut this week as airlines cancel services</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ General view of the highway leading to the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 12, 2026. Air traffic tracker Flightradar24 showed planes avoiding the city on Monday. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/hall-and-woodford-win-2026-nobel-economics-prize-for-models-used-by-central-banks-to-stabilise-economies/6666</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T08:18:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hall, Woodford win Nobel prize for work on how to stabilise economies</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford are announced as the laureates of the 2026 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel at the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Stockholm, Sweden, October 12, 2026. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-weather-forecast-rain-across-multiple-regions-dust-warnings-and-fog-building-overnight/6661</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T06:03:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE weather forecast: Rain across multiple regions, dust warnings and fog building overnight</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The NCM released safety advice for rain, including avoiding driving unless absolutely necessary, staying vigilant on the roads, and turning on low-beam headlights when visibility is reduced. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/abu-dhabis-winter-events-calendar-every-major-event-from-october-to-early-2027-and-whats-new-this-season/6660</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T05:59:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi’s winter events calendar: Every major event from October to early 2027, and what’s new this season</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The opening of the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi on December 11 will be one of the major cultural events of 2026. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/global-village-opens-tomorrow-with-confetti-a-world-parade-and-the-biggest-season-yet-heres-what-to-know/6659</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T05:36:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Global Village opens tomorrow with confetti, a World Parade and the biggest season yet - here’s what to know</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The opening includes a range of events to welcome visitors. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/child-drowns-in-pool-during-recreational-trip-uae-court-convicts-two-supervisors-and-sets-key-child-safety-ruling/6658</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T05:27:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Child drowns in pool during recreational trip, UAE court convicts two supervisors and sets key child safety ruling</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The group of children had been left without adequate supervision before the swimming coach took over, in an incident that proved fatal. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: AI-generated image ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/meta-releases-muse-wonder-ai-models-to-challenge-anthropic-and-openai/6657</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T04:05:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Meta releases Muse Wonder AI models to challenge Anthropic and OpenAI</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Meta&#039;s shares rose ⁠about 4% in afternoon trading. Picture credit: Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-man-sold-his-car-for-export-returned-to-find-dh8350-in-fines-and-a-bank-seizure-and-lost-the-abu-dhabi-court-case-too/6656</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T01:03:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE man sold his car for export, returned to find Dh8,350 in fines and a bank seizure - and lost the Abu Dhabi court case too</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The court based its ruling on the plaintiff&#039;s failure to provide evidence proving the defendant&#039;s responsibility for the violations or his commitment to paying the instalments. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-cracks-down-on-fake-emiratisation-companies-caught-nominating-citizens-on-paper-dropped-by-358-in-one-year/6655</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T00:48:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE cracks down on fake Emiratisation: Companies caught nominating citizens on paper dropped by 358 in one year</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Fake Emiratisation practices distort the labour market and Emiratisation indicators, waste resources and incentives allocated to support real employment, and deprive serious citizens of job opportunities and professional development. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: AI-generated image ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/how-dubai-police-caught-online-drug-sellers-ordered-their-products-tested-them-and-blocked-407-sites/6654</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T00:40:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>How Dubai Police caught online drug sellers: Ordered their products, tested them and blocked 407 sites</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dr. Ibtisam Al-Abdouli, Director of the Drug Observatory Centre at the General Department of Forensic Science and Criminology of Dubai Police, at work. Picture credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/global-village-season-31-rta-buses-and-electric-abras-are-back-routes-stops-and-timings/6653</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T23:38:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Global Village season 31: RTA buses and electric abras are back - routes, stops and timings</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The bus routes cover strategic departure points, making it easy for visitors to reach Global Village from various parts of the emirate. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/riyadh-airport-closure-extended-missile-intercepted-over-khamis-mushait-in-saudi-arabia/6652</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T23:26:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Riyadh airport closure extended; missile intercepted over Khamis Mushait in Saudi Arabia</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation extended the suspension of operations at King Khalid International Airport to complete safety and readiness checks on its facilities. Picture credit: Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/hamdan-bin-mohammed-from-the-silk-road-to-the-horizons-of-ai-bridges-of-cooperation-between-dubai-and-china-are-being-renewed/6650</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T22:11:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hamdan bin Mohammed: From the Silk Road to the horizons of AI, bridges of cooperation between Dubai and China are being renewed</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Highness Sheikh Hamdan announced that Dubai Chambers is leading the largest economic delegation from Dubai to China. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/1-billion-followers-summit-opens-submissions-for-1-million-ai-film-award-2027/6649</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T21:21:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>1 Billion Followers Summit opens submissions for $1 million AI Film Award 2027</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The 1 Billion Followers Summit has opened submissions for the second edition of the AI Film Award 2027. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-launches-blue-content-creators-programme-to-train-50-content-creators-on-water-sustainability/6648</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T21:11:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE launches Blue Content Creators Programme to train 50 content creators on water sustainability</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The programme comes as the UAE prepares to co-host the 2026 United Nations Water Conference with Senegal in Abu Dhabi from 8th to 10th December. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-press-club-launches-new-phase-of-dubai-content-creators-programme-focused-on-tourism-and-the-economy/6647</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T20:57:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Press Club launches new phase of Dubai Content Creators Programme focused on tourism and the economy</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The opening day featured a session exploring the vision that has established Dubai as a global model for innovation and economic and tourism diversification. Picture credit: Dubai Media Office ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/shark-tank-dubai-returns-for-fourth-season-to-support-entrepreneurs-and-drive-innovation/6646</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T19:29:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Shark Tank Dubai returns for fourth season to support entrepreneurs and drive innovation</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Salem Baluyouha, Executive Director of Content at Dubai Media Incorporated, said Shark Tank Dubai has established itself as one of the most prominent programmes combining media impact with economic value, creating a platform where promising ideas meet experience and investment opportunities. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/maktoum-bin-mohammed-uae-budget-is-a-tool-for-human-development-and-investing-in-the-future/6645</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T19:21:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Maktoum bin Mohammed: UAE budget is a tool for human development and investing in the future</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, has affirmed that the UAE’s general budget is being utilised as a tool for human development, investment in the future and accelerating progress towards the highest levels of global competitiveness. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/hamdan-bin-mohammed-dubai-china-ties-continue-to-grow-from-the-silk-road-to-ai/6644</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T19:17:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hamdan bin Mohammed highlights 172-fold growth in Dubai-China trade over 35 years</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Executive Council of the Emirate of Dubai, has announced that Dubai Chambers is leading the largest economic delegation from Dubai to China to participate in the Dubai Business Forum – China, taking place in Shenzhen on 14 October. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/mansoor-bin-mohammed-opens-airport-show-2026-in-dubai/6643</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:20:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Mansoor bin Mohammed opens Airport Show 2026 in Dubai</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Mansoor bin Mohammed opens the 25th edition of The Airport Show 2026, bringing together more than 150 exhibitors from over 30 countries. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/technology/hamdan-bin-mohammed-reviews-ai-powered-decision-intelligence-solutions-at-atrc-meeting/6641</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T16:50:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hamdan bin Mohammed reviews AI-powered decision intelligence solutions at ATRC meeting</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Hamdan bin Mohammed attends Advanced Technology Research Council meeting in Abu Dhabi, reviews AI solutions to aid decision-making. ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/mohammed-bin-rashid-issues-decision-forming-board-of-dubai-economic-security-center/6640</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T16:42:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Mohammed bin Rashid issues decision forming board of Dubai Economic Security Center</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Mohammed bin Rashid issues decision forming board of Dubai Economic Security Center ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/dubai-it/dubai-it-two-japanese-chefs-hisao-ueda-and-takashi-namekata-the-delights-of-sushi-and-omakase/6642</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T16:40:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai-it: Two Japanese chefs, Hisao Ueda and Takashi Namekata, on the delights of Wagyu beef, Sushi and Omakase</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10320.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ “Dubai made us grow in a different environment from Japan. We had more and more chances to introduce Japanese cuisine. We really appreciate Dubai. We really like it,” say Chef Hisao Ueda (left) and Chef Takashi Namekata. Picture: Naguib Mohammed ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/dp-world-tour-championship-unveils-ladies-day-and-family-day-programme-ahead-of-november-return/6639</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T16:23:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>DP World Tour Championship unveils Ladies Day and Family Day programme ahead of November return</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ While the leading 50 players on the Race to Dubai Rankings Delivered by DP World compete on the Earth Course for the season&#039;s final title, the Championship Village will host outdoor Pilates sessions, free golf clinics, live music performances and a full programme of children&#039;s entertainment. ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/veteran-emirati-captain-keeps-maritime-heritage-alive-for-future-generations/6638</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T16:15:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Veteran Emirati captain keeps maritime heritage alive for future generations</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10323.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Saleh Mohammed Hanbalouh: “I taught Al Nahma to everyone who accompanied me and worked with me, as well as to some students, so that it would remain alive among future generations. I own collections dating back more than 200 years, including pottery and exhibits related to maritime life.” ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/saudi-arabia-extends-suspension-of-operations-at-riyadh-airport/6637</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T15:20:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Saudi Arabia extends suspension of operations at Riyadh airport</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The authority did not specify a date for the resumption of operations. ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/technology/dubai-businesses-commit-to-adopting-agentic-ai-under-dubai-chambers-initiative/6636</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T15:15:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai businesses commit to adopting Agentic AI under Dubai Chambers initiative</news:title>
        </news:news>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-inaugurates-aed70m-bunyan-al-khair-endowment-housing-initiative/6635</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T15:05:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai inaugurates AED70m Bunyan Al Khair endowment housing initiative</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The inauguration ceremony was attended by Issa Al Ghurair, Chairman of Awqaf Dubai; Ali Al Mutawa, Secretary General of Awqaf Dubai; Mohammed Al Shehhi, CEO of MBRHE; Abdullah Al Shehhi, CEO of the Real Estate Regulatory Agency; Saud Al Darbi, Head of Newspapers and News Centre at Dubai Media; Ibrahim Shukrallah, Editor-in-Chief of Emarat Al Youm; and Ravi Menon, Chairman of Sobha Group. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-arrest-individuals-for-posting-false-online-reviews-to-damage-company-reputation/6634</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T14:54:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police arrest individuals for posting false online reviews on Google Maps</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10317.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai Police arrest individuals for posting false online reviews on Google Maps ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/japanese-developer-kasumigaseki-expands-uae-footprint-with-property-development-push/6633</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T14:31:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Japanese developer Kasumigaseki expands UAE footprint with property development push</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10313.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Japanese real estate group Kasumigaseki Capital has announced plans to expand its presence in the UAE through its development arm, Kasumigaseki Properties Development, marking its transition from investor to property developer in the local market. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-future-week-to-bring-the-future-to-life-across-eight-immersive-concepts/6631</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T13:37:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Future Week to bring the future to life across eight immersive concepts</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10299.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Eight concepts to bring together global leaders, innovators, policymakers and entrepreneurs to explore future opportunities and challenges. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/health/doctors-warn-against-social-media-beauty-myths-and-overreliance-on-cosmetic-procedures/6632</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T13:31:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Doctors warn against social media beauty myths and overreliance on cosmetic procedures</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10300.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Doctors have warned against being influenced by advertisements promoting so-called miracle beauty treatments on digital platforms, noting that filters and edited images on social media have helped create unrealistic beauty standards, raised expectations and reduced acceptance of natural differences in facial and body features. Picture used for illustrative purpose only. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/dnata-invests-aed175-million-to-expand-and-modernise-uae-ground-support-fleet/6630</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T13:29:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dnata invests AED175 million to expand and modernise UAE ground support fleet</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10294.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The investment covers the purchase of more than 340 new units, which will be added to Dnata’s extensive fleet of automated ground support equipment operating at Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-approves-aed2925-billion-federal-budget-for-2027-2029/6629</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T13:17:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE approves AED292.5 billion federal budget for 2027-2029</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10316.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE approves AED292.5 billion federal budget for 2027-2029 ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/whatsapp-salon-partnership-claim-for-aed65000-dismissed-by-abu-dhabi-court/6628</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T12:46:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>WhatsApp salon partnership claim for AED65,000 dismissed by Abu Dhabi court</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10291.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The court found that the claimant had not submitted evidence proving the validity of the alleged agreement or the purpose of the transfers.  Picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-court-orders-fraudsters-to-repay-victim-aed62653-in-investment-scam/6627</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T12:39:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi court orders fraudsters to repay victim AED62,653 in investment scam</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10290.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The court found that the defendants had fraudulently obtained the claimant’s money and failed to return it, making them liable to repay the full amount. It added that depriving the claimant of his funds and forcing him to pursue legal action to recover them had caused material damage that justified compensation. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-completes-117-transport-projects-and-advances-aed-353-billion-infrastructure-programme/6626</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T12:29:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai completes 117 transport projects and advances AED 35.3 billion infrastructure programme</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10289.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai&#039;s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is developing advanced infrastructure to keep pace with the rapid population and economic growth. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/premier-league-the-curious-case-of-florian-wirtz/6625</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T12:12:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Premier League: The curious case of Florian Wirtz</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Liverpool&#039;s Florian Wirtz in action. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/ajman-court-jails-man-for-six-months-over-assault-on-woman/6624</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T09:44:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Ajman court jails man for six months over assault on woman</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10287.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ According to the case file, the defendant assaulted the victim, causing injuries that left her unable to perform her personal tasks. The Public Prosecution referred him to court on a charge of assaulting another person’s physical integrity. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-court-dismisses-aed1137-million-claim-against-woman-over-failed-marriage-plans/6623</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T09:18:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai court dismisses AED1.137 million claim against woman over failed marriage plans</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The court explained that merely proving money was transferred from one party to another is not, in itself, sufficient to justify repayment. A claimant seeking recovery on the basis of unjust enrichment must prove both the transfer of funds and the absence of a legitimate reason for the recipient to retain them. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/bitcoin-faces-critical-fourth-quarter-test-amid-inflation-oil-and-liquidity-concerns/6622</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T09:01:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Bitcoin faces critical fourth-quarter test amid inflation, oil and liquidity concerns</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Investors are closely watching interest rate expectations, the US dollar, oil prices and institutional investment flows. While institutional demand remains one of the market’s main sources of support, Bitcoin faces potential pressure from a stronger dollar, oil prices rising above $105 a barrel, persistent inflation concerns and the direction of US monetary policy. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-experts-warn-against-informal-used-car-deals-linked-to-traffic-fines/6621</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T08:46:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE experts warn against informal used car deals linked to traffic fines</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Several advertisements offer vehicles for sale in exchange for settling outstanding traffic fines ranging from Dh5,000 to Dh10,000. AI generated image used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/gargash-targeting-saudi-arabia-undermines-the-security-of-all-gulf-states/6620</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T08:25:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Gargash: Targeting Saudi Arabia undermines the security of all Gulf states</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10280.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Excellency Dr Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-weather-forecast-rain-in-dubai-possible-dust-warning-inland-and-fog-overnight/6619</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T06:02:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE weather forecast: Rain in Dubai possible, dust warning inland and fog overnight</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/12/10279.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ There is a chance that regions like Al Ain, Dubai and Sharjah may experience rainfall today. File photo used for illustrative purposes only. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/trump-says-russia-and-ukraine-agree-to-energy-ceasefire/6618</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T20:25:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Trump says Russia and Ukraine agree to energy ceasefire</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10278.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ File picture of US President Donald Trump. "Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the war between Russia and Ukraine. Both parties have agreed," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/unknown-projectile-hits-saudi-arabias-king-khalid-airport-terminal-sparking-fire/6617</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T19:00:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Unknown projectile hits Saudi Arabia's King Khalid Airport terminal, sparking fire</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10276.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Unknown projectile hits Saudi Arabia's King Khalid Airport terminal, sparking fire ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/al-salam-cycling-championship-returns-with-aed37-million-prize-pool-and-five-races/6616</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T18:43:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Al Salam Cycling Championship returns with AED3.7 million prize pool and five races</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10274.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The championship, regarded as the world&#039;s largest event of its kind for amateur cyclists, will run from 27 December 2026 to 14 March 2027 and feature five races for men and women across categories including amateurs, professionals, clubs and national teams. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/mbrhe-becomes-first-dubai-government-entity-to-launch-dedicated-service-area-for-generation-shapers/6615</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T18:07:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>MBRHE becomes first Dubai government entity to launch dedicated service area for ‘Generation Shapers’</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10273.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ MBRHE becomes first Dubai government entity to launch dedicated service area for ‘Generation Shapers’ ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-weather-rain-forecast-in-eastern-and-inland-areas-as-temperatures-reach-41c/6614</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T17:39:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE weather: Rain forecast in eastern and inland areas as temperatures reach 41°C</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Temperatures are expected to range between 35°C and 39°C in coastal and island areas, 37°C and 41°C in inland areas, and 27°C and 33°C in mountainous regions. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-urge-parents-to-protect-children-from-online-scams-and-strangers/6613</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T17:08:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police urge parents to protect children from online scams and strangers</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10271.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ In a message shared on X as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Dubai Police warned that some online users may attempt to gain a child&#039;s trust before moving conversations to private chats or requesting personal information and photographs. File picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-to-upgrade-key-musaffah-roads-with-new-bridges-and-expressway-to-ease-congestion/6612</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T16:12:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi to upgrade key Musaffah roads with new bridges and expressway to ease congestion</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10270.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The project spans approximately 13 kilometres along the E30 road and Street 8 in Musaffah and aims to ease congestion, improve road safety and reduce overall travel times. ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-airlines-cancel-riyadh-and-dammam-flights-through-october-14/6611</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T16:07:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE airlines cancel Riyadh and Dammam flights through October 14</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10269.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Published Emirates schedules showed the cancellation of several flights between Dubai and Riyadh on October 11 and October 12. Flight disruptions also extended to services between Dubai and Dammam on October 11. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/flydubai-cancels-riyadh-flights-until-october-14/6610</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T15:11:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>flydubai cancels Riyadh flights until October 14</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10268.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A flydubai spokesperson said the carrier is closely monitoring developments in coordination with the relevant authorities and will keep customers informed of any changes to flight schedules through its official communication channels. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/indias-cockroach-movement-leaders-released-after-detention-over-voter-roll-protests/6609</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T14:59:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>India's 'Cockroach' movement leaders released after detention over voter roll protests</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10267.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Abhijeet Dipke, center, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, stands on the court premises following his release in New Delhi, India, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026. AP ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/dubai-doubles-oraseya-capital-fund-to-aed1-billion-to-accelerate-ai-fintech-and-future-tech-investment/6608</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T14:38:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai doubles Oraseya Capital fund to AED1 billion to accelerate AI, fintech and future-tech investment</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10264.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) has doubled the size of the venture capital fund managed by its investment arm, Oraseya Capital, from AED500 million to AED1 billion, strengthening its capacity to support high-potential companies and reinforcing Dubai&#039;s position as a global hub for venture capital, innovation and future industries. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/mohammed-bin-rashid-leadership-forum-to-bring-together-1000-leaders-in-dubai/6607</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T14:16:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum to bring together 1,000 leaders in Dubai</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10262.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Organised by the Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Leadership Development (MBRCLD), the forum aims to promote advanced leadership practices and provide an interactive platform bringing together strategic leaders, experts and academics. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-take-cybercrime-awareness-campaign-to-al-quoz-workers/6606</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T13:56:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police take cybercrime awareness campaign to Al Quoz workers</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10261.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The event was organised in cooperation with the General Department of Police Stations, represented by Bur Dubai Police Station, and strategic partners as part of efforts to make digital safety education accessible to different segments of society. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-sets-four-priorities-to-boost-emergency-response-and-ai-powered-operations-by-2033/6605</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T13:50:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police sets four priorities to boost emergency response and AI-powered operations by 2033</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10260.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Excellency Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, reviewed the strategy, operational performance, development projects and emerging technologies during his annual inspection of the General Department of Operations. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-gold-prices-rise-up-to-dh65-per-gram-as-bullion-demand-increases/6604</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T13:35:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE gold prices rise up to Dh6.5 per gram as bullion demand increases</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10259.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The price of 24-carat gold rose to Dh505.50 per gram, up Dh6.50 from the end of the previous week. The price of 22-carat gold increased by Dh6 to Dh468 per gram. File picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-diploma-helps-slovak-officer-gain-global-policing-insights-and-practical-skills/6603</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T13:25:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police diploma helps Slovak officer gain global policing insights and practical skills</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10258.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ First Lieutenant Štefan Antalič, Deputy Platoon Commander with the Emergency Motorised Unit of the Regional Police Headquarters in Bratislava, joined the programme organised by Dubai Police in collaboration with Rabdan Academy to learn from police officers from different countries and gain new knowledge and experience. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-condemns-houthi-attacks-on-king-khalid-international-airport/6602</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T12:52:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE condemns Houthi attacks on King Khalid International Airport</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10257.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attacks constituted a flagrant violation of Saudi Arabia&#039;s sovereignty and a threat to its security and stability. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/mohammed-bin-rashid-trust-is-the-currency-of-the-future/6601</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T12:44:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Mohammed bin Rashid: Trust is the currency of the future</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10256.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Sheikh Mohammed noted that, according to international surveys, trust in governments remains low in many parts of the world, while the UAE topped the Edelman Trust Barometer in 2026. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/hamdan-bin-mohammed-awards-dubai-it-government-sector-prize-to-rta-for-delivering-projects-at-record-speed/6600</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T12:31:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hamdan bin Mohammed awards Dubai-it government sector prize to RTA for delivering projects at record speed</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/11/10254.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has announced that the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has won the Dubai-it Award in the government sector institutions category. ]]></image:caption>
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