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            <news:title>Maktoum bin Mohammed meets with Chairman of CVC Marathon</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed meets CVC Marathon Chairman Bruce Richards to discuss global financial trends, investment cooperation and Dubai’s appeal to international asset managers at DIFC ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Serbia&#039;s Novak Djokovic reacts during his round of 64 match against Poland&#039;s Hubert Hurkacz. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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            <news:title>Jumada al-Awwal crescent: Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub release calculations</news:title>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/dubai-cashless-strategy-hits-901-early-adds-aed8b-to-economy-and-beats-2026-targets/6550</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T16:22:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Cashless Strategy surpasses 2026 targets ahead of schedule</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai Cashless Strategy surpasses 2026 targets ahead of schedule ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/michelin-guide-dubai-2026-full-list-of-starred-bib-gourmand-and-selected-restaurants-122/6549</loc>
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            <news:title>Michelin Guide Dubai 2026: The complete list of starred, Bib Gourmand and Selected restaurants explained</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The 2026 selection includes 20 Michelin-starred restaurants, 22 Bib Gourmand establishments and 80 Michelin Selected restaurants. (Supplied photo) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/mohammed-bin-rashid-pays-tribute-to-mother-sheikha-latifa-in-letters-book-message/6548</loc>
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            <news:title>Mohammed bin Rashid pays tribute to his mother: 'The mountain Rashid bin Saeed relied on for 40 years'</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Mohammed bin Rashid pays tribute to his mother: 'The mountain Rashid bin Saeed relied on for 40 years' ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-police-warn-drivers-against-reversing-after-missed-exits-as-real-crash-footage-highlights-dangers/6547</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T15:11:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi Police warn against dangerous reversing after a missed exit or turn</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Abu Dhabi Police warn against dangerous reversing after a missed exit or turn ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/flydubai-cancels-flights-to-riyadh-and-yanbu-until-oct-10-abha-until-oct-11/6546</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T14:53:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>flydubai cancels flights to Riyadh, Yanbu and Abha</news:title>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/former-icc-judge-navi-pillay-wins-2026-nobel-peace-prize-for-promoting-peace-and-international-law/6545</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T14:47:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Former ICC judge Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay smiles during a news conference at the United Nations European headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland October 18, 2012.  (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/etihad-airways-cancels-abu-dhabi-riyadh-flights-oct-9-10-amid-riyadh-airport-disruptions/6544</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T14:04:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Etihad Airways cancels Abu Dhabi-Riyadh flights on October 9 and 10</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The airline has requested passengers to check the status of their flights on its website. (File photo) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-brings-ai-powered-cybercrime-awareness-to-dubai-mall/6542</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T13:50:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police brings AI Powered cybercrime awareness to Dubai Mall</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Major General Hareb Al Shamsi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Affairs at Dubai Police, visited the platform and reviewed its activities, stressing that public awareness remains the first line of defence against cybercrime. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-gdp-hits-aed9619bn-in-h1-2026-as-non-oil-economy-grows-18-fcsc-says/6543</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T13:49:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE economy reaches AED961.9b in H1 2026; non-oil GDP grows by 1.8%</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Non-oil GDP grew by 1.8 percent, increasing the contribution of non-oil activities to 79.2 percent of the national economy. (File photo used for illustrative purposes only) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/khda-outlines-four-focus-areas-for-quality-assurance-visits-to-dubai-private-schools-this-academic-year/6541</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T13:47:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>KHDA outlines four focus areas for quality assurance visits to Dubai private schools this academic year</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ New private schools in their first or second year of operation will undergo specialised visits from education evaluators to assess the quality of teaching and learning and students’ experience, while supporting schools’ development and improvement. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-and-mbrhe-join-forces-to-bring-smart-police-stations-closer-to-residents-homes/6540</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T13:42:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police and MBRHE join forces to bring Smart Police Stations closer to residents’ homes</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai Police and MBRHE join forces to bring Smart Police Stations closer to residents’ homes ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/elliot-anderson-to-man-city-for-116m-why-englands-most-complete-midfielder-since-gerrard-is-worth-it/6539</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T12:52:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Why Man City are willing to pay £116m for Elliot Anderson</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Elliot Anderson has it all. The brain, tenacity, technique, composure and athleticism. (Photo courtesy of  @ManCity/X) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/news/three-saudis-killed-in-riyadh-airport-attacks-as-houthis-claim-cruise-missile-strikes/6538</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T12:42:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Three Saudi nationals killed in attacks on Riyadh airport</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Smoke and flames rise from King Khalid Airport, after Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis said they attacked the airport, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 8, 2026, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/dubai-shared-housing-permit-2026-who-needs-one-how-to-apply-and-what-documents-are-required/6537</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T12:26:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai shared housing permit 2026: Who needs one, how to apply and what documents are required</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Any shared housing arrangement can only be made after you obtain a permit – so it’s vital to ensure you apply for this important document. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-court-cancels-aed127000-car-sale-over-pre-delivery-scratches-orders-refund-and-compensation/6536</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T10:56:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi court cancels AED127,000 car sale over scratches</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The court ruled to terminate the vehicle purchase agreement and ordered the defendant to return the amount paid by the plaintiff. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-court-orders-company-to-pay-aed-90750-to-employee-dismissed-without-notice/6535</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T10:47:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi court awards AED 90,750 to employee dismissed without notice</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-municipality-sets-10-year-and-5-year-validity-for-building-quality-and-safety-certificates-under-2026-law/6534</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T10:39:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Municipality sets validity periods for Building Quality and Safety Certificates</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai Municipality sets validity periods for Building Quality and Safety Certificates ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/oil-falls-as-trump-says-no-iran-attack-before-us-elections-easing-middle-east-supply-concerns/6533</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T10:04:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Oil falls as Trump comments on Iran talks ease supply concerns</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz on July 26, 2026. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/wealthy-french-parents-abandon-state-schools-as-pensions-and-austerity-fuel-strikes-falling-standards/6532</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T09:56:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Wealthy French quit state schools squeezed by pensions and austerity</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A water cannon sprays demonstrators during nationwide protests in Paris, France, October 8, 2026, to demand better school conditions. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/dangote-refinery-ipo-exposes-africas-cross-border-investing-barriers-and-fragmented-capital-markets/6531</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T09:50:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Africa's biggest IPO exposes continent's cross-border investing barriers</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ FILE PHOTO: President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Group Aliko Dangote speaks during an interview, ahead of breaking ground on the construction of a 700,000 barrels per day refinery in Lamu along Kenya&#039;s southern coastline, in the Westlands district of Nairobi, Kenya, September 29, 2026. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-weather-forecast-is-it-going-to-rain-this-weekend-heres-what-the-ncm-says/6530</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T05:38:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE weather forecast: Is it going to rain this weekend? Here’s what the NCM says</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The NCM forecasts fair to partly cloudy weather across the UAE today, with convective clouds appearing eastward by the afternoon. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-triathlon-makes-dubai-debut-on-sunday/6529</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T05:03:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police Triathlon makes Dubai debut on Sunday</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The organising committee unveiled the championship details during a press conference at the Cycling Hub, Dubai Police Officers Club, in Al Jaddaf. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-federal-supreme-court-confirms-80-medical-negligence-against-doctor-after-patient-dies-from-delayed-icu-care/6528</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T04:57:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE Federal Supreme Court confirms 80% medical negligence against doctor after patient dies from delayed ICU care</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The court emphasised in its reasoning that the doctor’s responsibility is not based on their obligation to achieve a result, such as the success of the operation performed, but rather on their obligation to provide the necessary care for the patient’s recovery. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-private-schools-how-a-three-tier-ai-model-is-helping-identify-and-support-students-with-academic-difficulties/6527</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T04:48:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE private schools: How a three-tier AI model is helping identify and support students with academic difficulties</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Models begin with in-class support and progress to more specialised interventions tailored to the student&#039;s individual needs. Picture for illustrative purposes. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-mid-term-break-travel-2026-holiday-bookings-jump-31-with-maldives-spain-and-france-topping-the-list/6526</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T04:36:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE mid-term break travel 2026: Holiday bookings jump 31%, with Maldives, Spain and France topping the list</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Booking trends showed strong demand for hotels that offer easy access to entertainment, leisure and lifestyle experiences, including hotels and resorts on Palm Jumeirah. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-expands-cultural-and-creative-industries-ecosystem/6525</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T04:17:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE expands cultural and creative industries ecosystem</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The UAE’s publishing industry market is projected to grow from $260 million to $650 million by 2030. Picture for illustrative purposes only. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-civil-defence-responds-to-fires-in-under-4-minutes-half-the-global-average-and-is-targeting-faster-still/6524</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>2026-10-09T03:57:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Civil Defence responds to fires in under 4 minutes, half the global average, and is targeting faster still</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Federal Authority for Ambulance and Civil Defence has been working on a number of projects that rely on artificial intelligence in predicting and preventing fires. Photo credit: Ibrahim Sadiq ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/watching-reels-while-driving-in-abu-dhabi-carries-dh800-fine-and-4-black-points-abu-dhabi-police-warn/6523</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T03:46:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Watching Reels while driving in Abu Dhabi carries Dh800 fine and 4 black points - Abu Dhabi Police warn</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Abu Dhabi Police called for adherence to safe driving practices and urged drivers not to be distracted by their phones while driving, stressing that the road is not a place for showing off or interacting with social media. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/she-was-talking-to-me-20-minutes-before-they-told-me-she-was-gone-the-husband-of-dubais-late-police-officer-speaks/6522</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-09T03:29:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>“She was talking to me 20 minutes before they told me she was gone": The husband of Dubai's late police officer speaks</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Othman Ahmed Mohammed Al-Makki stated that his two children are named Fahd and Fahad) which his wife chose before her death. Picture credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-supported-this-family-through-a-fathers-death-in-1992-a-mothers-illness-in-2016-and-now-a-daughters-death-in-2026/6521</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>2026-10-09T03:12:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police supported this family through a father's death in 1992, a mother's illness in 2016 - and now a daughter's death in 2026</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Dubai Police General Command confirmed that the attention given to the family of Sergeant Ahmed Al-Amin Bakhit comes as an embodiment of the directives of the wise leadership, and the approach of human and social responsibility established by the government, and rooted in the Dubai Police. Picture credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/saudi-arabia-to-cancel-joy-awards-its-answer-to-the-grammys-amid-budget-cuts-sources-say/6520</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>2026-10-09T00:07:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Saudi Arabia to cancel Joy Awards, its answer to the Grammys, amid budget cuts, sources say</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Events aimed at driving investment into ⁠the kingdom, ​such as the flagship Future Investment Initiative (FII) taking place at the end of this ​month, remain scheduled as planned, according to organisers. Picture credit: Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-business-scam-alert-fake-supplier-emails-are-redirecting-company-payments-to-fraud-accounts/6519</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T22:08:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE business scam alert: Fake supplier emails are redirecting company payments to fraud accounts</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10137.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Abu Dhabi Police urged companies and institutions to exercise utmost caution and vigilance. Picture credit: Abu Dhabi Police ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/missing-emirati-woman-sheikha-found-dead-after-ras-al-khaimah-police-search-appeal/6518</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T21:52:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Missing Emirati woman Sheikha found dead after Ras Al Khaimah Police search appeal</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10136.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The General Command of Ras Al Khaimah Police extends its deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to the family of the deceased. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-december-flights-2026-prices-rising-20-35-book-now-before-they-climb-further/6517</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T21:42:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai December flights 2026: Prices rising 20-35% - book now before they climb further</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The winter season is witnessing travel in both directions, with visitors continuing to flock to the UAE to take advantage of its winter weather and tourist attractions. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/us-suspends-microsoft-major-it-firms-from-green-card-programme/6516</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T19:37:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>US suspends Microsoft, major IT firms from green card programme</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10131.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ US Vice President JD Vance makes an H-1B fraud announcement during a press conference on anti-fraud initiatives in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White House campus in Washington, D.C., US, October 8, 2026. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-miracle-garden-opens-for-15th-season-with-nearly-200-million-flowers-free-entry-on-birthdays/6514</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T19:11:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Miracle Garden opens for 15th season with nearly 200 million flowers, free entry on birthdays</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/09/10164.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Sheikh Theyab bin Tahnoon bin Mohammad Al Nahyan, Chairman of Miracle Garden Group, inaugurated the new season today (October 8), as residents of all ages thronged the popular family destination. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-unveils-visual-identity-for-55th-eid-al-etihad-celebrations/6515</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T19:09:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE unveils visual identity for 55th Eid Al Etihad celebrations</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10130.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE unveils visual identity for 55th Eid Al Etihad celebrations ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-bans-vehicle-washing-in-public-parking-areas/6513</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T19:02:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi bans vehicle washing in public parking areas</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ According to the authority, vehicle washing is prohibited in public parking areas governed by the Mawaqif system. AI generated image used for illustrative purpose only. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-weddings-initiative-accounts-for-48-of-emirati-weddings-in-dubai-in-2026/6512</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T18:36:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Weddings initiative accounts for 48% of Emirati weddings in Dubai in 2026</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10123.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The meeting was chaired by Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, Director General of the Community Development Authority in Dubai, and focused on priorities for the next phase of the programme and ways to strengthen coordination among government entities in support of the objectives of the Dubai Social Agenda 33. ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-identifies-43-areas-for-shared-housing-under-new-regulatory-framework/6511</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T17:50:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai identifies more than 40 areas for shared housing under new regulatory framework</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10122.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai identifies more than 40 areas for shared housing under new regulatory framework ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-revises-crimes-and-penalties-law-to-strengthen-protection-of-life/6510</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T17:33:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE revises crimes and penalties law to strengthen protection of Life</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10121.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ According to the decree-law, the amendments reflect the UAE&#039;s ongoing approach to modernising legislation and developing the justice system in response to societal changes, while strengthening prevention, protection and care and maintaining a balance between legal deterrence, human dignity and public safety. WAM ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/lost-or-damaged-your-dubai-driving-licence-heres-how-you-can-apply-for-a-new-one-in-minutes/6509</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T16:51:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Lost or damaged your Dubai driving licence? Here’s how you can apply for a new one in minutes</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10106.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) allows UAE citizens and residents to apply for a replacement card through its online channels – the website, www.rta.ae, or the ‘RTA’ app, which is available for Apple and Android devices. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/thai-food-and-culture-in-dubai-2026-two-events-to-experience-thailand-this-november/6508</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T16:49:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Thai food and culture in Dubai 2026: Two events to experience Thailand this November</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10075.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The city is featuring a celebration of Thailand’s culture and food this November, so there are plenty of activities and events to pick from. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/dubai-it/dubai-it-a-childhood-rescue-a-lost-backpack-and-30-years-of-feeling-safe-in-dubai/6507</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T16:42:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai-it: A childhood rescue, a lost backpack and 30 years of feeling safe in Dubai</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10109.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Rego with his dog Tokio (left); a 1989 photograph of Rego enjoying family time at a Dubai park (top right); Rego with his son, Elijah (bottom right). ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/global-village-reopens-october-14-2026-29-pavilions-90-cultures-40000-performances/6506</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T16:12:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Global Village to reopen on October 14 for 31st season</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ File picture of Global Village: Picture Credit: Government of Dubai Media Office ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-triathlon-makes-dubai-debut-with-world-championship-qualification-at-stake/6505</loc>
                            <news:news>
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            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T15:56:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police Triathlon makes Dubai debut with World Championship qualification at stake</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10118.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Held under the umbrella of the UAE Triathlon Federation, the event welcomes athletes of different ages and abilities, with individual and team competitions designed to encourage participation, fitness and community engagement. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/paris-high-school-protests-police-use-tear-gas-at-helene-boucher-lycee-as-unrest-spreads-across-france/6504</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T15:55:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Tear gas fired as Paris school protests continue</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/08/10116.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Protesters clash with French gendarmes, as French high school and university students attend a demonstration in Nantes as part of a nationwide day of protests and blockades to demand better school conditions in France, October 8, 2026. REUTERS/Stephane Mahe ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The defendant admitted receiving Dh120,000 from the plaintiff, stating that he had borrowed the money because of an emergency situation and had agreed to repay it amicably without specifying a repayment date.  (Picture used for illustrative purpose) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/microsoft-unveils-ai-coding-model-for-personal-computers/6479</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T06:18:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Microsoft unveils AI coding model for personal computers</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ At an event in San Francisco, the company also showcased a high-performance Surface laptop called Ultra powered by Nvidia’s RTX Spark chips. Picture credit: Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-ruling-filming-a-violation-is-legal-but-posting-it-on-whatsapp-or-social-media-could-land-you-in-court/6478</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T06:05:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE ruling: Filming a violation is legal, but posting it on WhatsApp or social media could land you in court</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Legal experts stressed the consumer&#039;s right to document violations and not to treat the phone as an open permit to publish or share clips with others. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Pexels ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/dubai-financial-market-gains-64400-new-investors-in-nine-months-as-foreign-interest-surges-in-2026/6477</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T05:53:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Financial Market gains 64,400 new investors in nine months as foreign interest surges in 2026</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The results confirm the market’s clear strength, the diversity of investment options and instruments, and the gains achieved by major companies and stocks. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/etihad-rail-ticket-prices-rise-to-dh49-and-dh129-on-some-dubai-abu-dhabi-trips-heres-why/6476</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T05:47:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Etihad Rail ticket prices rise to Dh49 and Dh129 on some Dubai-Abu Dhabi trips - here's why</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Etihad Rail&#039;s journeys to Dubai (Al Yalayis station) witnessed a large turnout, especially during the weekend. Photo credit: Erik Arazas ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/sultan-bin-ahmed-opens-sir-bu-nair-festival-2026-at-al-heera-beach/6475</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T02:02:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Sultan bin Ahmed opens Sir Bu Nair Festival 2026 at Al Heera Beach</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The opening featured a maritime-themed performance by the Zeina Al Sharjah troupe of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage, celebrating a relationship between the UAE people and the ocean. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-ranks-first-globally-for-workplace-trust-in-2026-88-employee-confidence-lowest-transformation-stress/6474</loc>
                            <news:news>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-08T00:30:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE ranks first globally for workplace trust in 2026: 88% employee confidence, lowest transformation stress</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The report, which surveyed more than 10,000 employees across 10 major global markets, indicated that the UAE is at the forefront of countries successfully and efficiently managing institutional transformations and artificial intelligence applications. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/saudi-arabia-announces-three-casualties-in-attacks-targeting-abha-and-king-khalid-airports/6473</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T22:52:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Saudi Arabia announces three casualties in attacks targeting Abha and King Khalid airports</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation revealed that emergency teams and relevant authorities began dealing with the two attacks immediately after they occurred. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-gender-balance-council-showcases-the-uaes-experience-at-rise-2026-conference-in-belgrade/6472</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>2026-10-07T21:44:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE Gender Balance Council showcases the UAE’s experience at RISE 2026 conference in Belgrade</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Her Excellency Mona Al Marri outlined the UAE’s approach to advancing gender balance through legislation, policies, investment in education, and institutional development. Picture credit: GDMO ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/environment-agency-abu-dhabi-announces-2026-2027-falconry-season/6471</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T21:09:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi announces 2026-2027 falconry season</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The season supports EAD’s commitment to preserving falconry as an integral part of the UAE’s cultural heritage, while protecting wildlife and natural habitats. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-municipality-issues-planning-and-building-requirements-guide/6470</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T21:05:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Municipality issues Planning and Building Requirements Guide</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Guide aims to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety, safeguard the rights and privacy of owners and occupants, and enhance their quality of life. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-government-forum-highlights-impact-of-services-360-policy-on-customer-experience-and-efficiency/6469</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T19:26:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Government Forum highlights impact of Services 360 policy on customer experience and efficiency</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The General Secretariat of The Executive Council of Dubai convened the Government Best Practices Series 2026 under the theme ‘Services 360: From Vision to Impact’, bringing together leaders and representatives from 28 government entities to review the impact of the Services 360 Policy on customer experience and service delivery. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/hamdan-bin-mohammed-launches-ai-agents-championship-as-create-apps-challenge-draws-15000-entries/6468</loc>
                            <news:news>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T18:35:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hamdan bin Mohammed launches Create AI Agents championship with AED2.5 million prize pool</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 Dubai, announced the launch of the AI Agents Championship and highlighted the achievements of the Create Apps Championship. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-launches-new-addressing-system-and-visual-identity-across-186-areas/6467</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T18:09:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai launches new addressing system and visual identity across 186 areas</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The initiative includes the installation and replacement of area identification signs, internal street name signs and house number plates, featuring unified designs and colours that reflect the geographical characteristics of each area. ]]></image:caption>
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