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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/rulers-of-emirates-condole-with-jordanian-king-over-victims-of-church-attack-in-karak/7142</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T22:25:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Rulers of Emirates condole with Jordanian King over victims of church attack in Karak</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Crown Princes and Deputy Rulers sent similar messages of condolences to King Abdullah II. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/new-ipad-mini-2026-oled-screen-a20-pro-chip-and-prices-from-dh2567-pre-orders-open-wednesday/7141</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T22:11:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>New iPad Mini 2026: OLED screen, A20 Pro chip and prices from Dh2,567 - pre-orders open Wednesday</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Pre-orders for the device are scheduled to open on Wednesday, with sales beginning on November 6th. Picture credit: Apple ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/hamdan-bin-mohammed-meets-marriott-international-president-and-ceo-to-discuss-growth-opportunities-in-dubai/7140</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T19:06:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hamdan bin Mohammed meets Marriott International President and CEO to discuss growth opportunities in Dubai</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 and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, met today with Anthony Capuano, President and CEO of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/ahmed-bin-mohammed-directs-launch-of-sheikh-zayed-principles-of-falconry-charter/7139</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T17:38:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Ahmed bin Mohammed directs launch of ‘Sheikh Zayed Principles of Falconry’ Charter</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, President of the International Federation for Falconry Sports and Racing (IFFSR) and President of the UAE Falcons Federation, directed the launch of the ‘Sheikh Zayed Principles of Falconry’ Charter to mark the 50th anniversary of the International Conference on Falconry and Conservation, the inaugural edition of which was held in Abu Dhabi in 1976. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/hamdan-bin-mohammed-approves-new-dubai-ai-campus-targets-of-1000-companies-and-5000-jobs-by-2030/7137</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T17:23:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hamdan bin Mohammed approves new Dubai AI Campus targets of 1,000 companies and 5,000 jobs by 2030</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/dubai-it/dubai-it-from-the-brink-of-bankruptcy-to-two-michelin-stars-chef-mohamad-orfali-finds-his-home-in-dubai/7138</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T17:05:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai-it: From the brink of bankruptcy to two Michelin stars, Chef Mohamad Orfali finds his home in Dubai</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ “I&#039;m a classically trained chef, but I&#039;ve learned to think about food differently. Where do ingredients come from? If you look at their history, you&#039;ll find they&#039;ve travelled from city to city, carried by immigrants and people bringing their cultures together," says Chef Mohamad Orfali. Picture: Xavier Wilson ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/parkin-partners-with-aber-to-launch-vehicle-inspection-services-at-dubai-parking-locations/7135</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T16:38:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Parkin partners with Aber to launch vehicle inspection services at Dubai parking locations</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The signing ceremony was attended by Eng. Osama Hashem Al Safi, Chief Operating Officer, and Eng. Abdulrahman Al-Shuwaihi, Director of Operations. Representing Aber were Nasser Al Ali, Board Member, and Mustafa Omar, Director of Development. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/dubai-parking-fees-3-ways-to-pay-less-find-cheaper-spaces-or-park-for-free/7136</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T16:32:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai parking fees: 3 ways to pay less, find cheaper spaces or park for free</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Parkin, the main public parking provider in Dubai, applies variable parking charges across Dubai. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/etihad-rails-al-dhaid-station-in-sharjah-ticket-prices-3-bus-routes-timings-and-free-parking/7134</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T16:24:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Etihad Rail’s Al Dhaid station in Sharjah: Ticket prices, 3 bus routes, timings and free parking</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Al Dhaid station is located in the Muragabat area, with a bus station just 50 metres away from the station entrance. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-capital-markets-grow-as-licensed-companies-rise-43-and-market-value-reaches-aed-37-trillion/7133</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T16:21:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE capital markets grow as licensed companies rise 43% and market value reaches AED 3.7 trillion</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The UAE’s capital markets demonstrated resilience amid global market fluctuations, with the combined market capitalisation of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and Dubai Financial Market (DFM) reaching AED 3.7 trillion by the end of September 2026. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-rtas-121st-distinctive-number-plate-auction-raises-aed6572-million/7131</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T15:40:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai RTA’s 121st distinctive number plate auction raises AED65.72 million</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The number CC44 fetched the highest price at AED6.72 million, followed by BB18 at AED6.62 million and BB80 at AED5.9 million. BB117 was sold for AED1.016 million. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/abu-dhabi-freelancer-licence-guide-2026-eligibility-documents-fees-and-step-by-step-tamm-application/7132</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T15:38:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi Freelancer Licence guide 2026: Eligibility, documents, fees and step-by-step TAMM application</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ TAMM&#039;s video series feature Khala Aousha, a tech-savvy ‘Grandma of Wall Street’ who educates young people on the convenience of becoming a licensed freelancer in minutes, right from your smartphone. Picture credit: TAMM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-food-bank-and-community-development-authority-partner-to-redistribute-surplus-food-from-dubai-weddings/7130</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T15:30:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE Food Bank and Community Development Authority partner to redistribute surplus food from Dubai weddings</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The agreement establishes a framework for collecting and redistributing surplus food that is safe for consumption to eligible beneficiaries, extending the initiative’s community impact while promoting food sustainability and social responsibility. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/1200-cyclists-join-2nd-edition-of-dubai-polices-ride-with-police-initiative/7128</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T14:49:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>1,200 cyclists join second edition of Dubai Police’s ‘Ride with Police’ initiative</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ One of the initiative’s distinguishing features is the opportunity for members of the public to ride alongside experienced cyclists from Team Dubai Police, allowing participants to interact with the team, learn from their expertise and share their passion for cycling in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-court-dismisses-aed-172000-loan-claim-over-contradictory-statements/7127</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T14:41:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi court dismisses AED 172,000 loan claim over contradictory statements</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The court noted that the plaintiff was seeking repayment of a loan he claimed to have given the defendant, but his statements about handing over the money were contradictory. At one point, he said he had given the defendant the money in cash, but later told the court that he had not given it to him. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/dubai-it/even-in-a-desert-find-water-how-mahesh-shahdadpuri-built-tasc-group-into-a-dubai-success-story/7129</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T14:07:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai-it: ‘Even in a desert, find water’: How Mahesh Shahdadpuri built TASC Group into a success story</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ “Dubai didn’t ask where you came from or how established you were. It offered you an opportunity to build something," says Mahesh Shahdadpuri. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/dubai-financial-services-authority-fines-employee-aed771330-for-providing-misleading-information/7126</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T14:04:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Financial Services Authority fines employee AED771,330 for providing misleading information</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The DFSA found that Peters provided misleading and deceptive information during a compulsory interview with the DFSA, in which he falsely denied having previous criminal convictions for offences involving fraud or other dishonest conduct. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-experts-warn-against-choosing-family-support-for-bank-transfers-that-have-a-different-purpose/7125</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T13:15:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE experts warn against choosing ‘family support’ for bank transfers that have a different purpose</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/26/11096.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Choosing the purpose of a bank transfer may seem like a routine step that takes only seconds, but it can acquire legal significance when a dispute arises over the recovery of funds or when financial transactions involving people under investigation are reviewed. Picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/fish-bone-measuring-2-cm-removed-from-patients-airway-after-two-months-of-suffering/7124</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T13:06:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Fish bone measuring 2 cm removed from patient’s airway after two months in Dubai</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The nearly 2-cm fish bone successfully removed from the patient’s airway at Aster Hospital Mankhool. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/al-ain-court-dismisses-mans-dh20000-compensation-claim-against-woman-over-criminal-complain/7123</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T12:03:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Al Ain court dismisses man’s Dh20,000 compensation claim against woman over criminal complaint</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The court found that the documents did not contain evidence establishing that the woman&#039;s complaint was false or that she had deliberately sought to harm the plaintiff. Nor was it established that her recourse to the authorities was characterised by bad faith or gross error, or that she had abused her right to report by deliberately making allegations she knew to be false. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/brazils-lula-wins-historic-fourth-term-as-flavio-bolsonaro-refuses-to-concede/7122</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T09:15:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Brazil’s Lula wins historic fourth term as Flavio Bolsonaro refuses to concede</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, the Workers&#039; Party (PT) candidate for presidential re-election, is embraced by Andre Janones, a member of the Chamber of Deputies of Brazil, as he speaks after winning the presidential runoff election, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, October 25, 2026. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/al-ain-court-orders-return-of-dh40000-mistakenly-transferred-to-inactive-bank-account/7121</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T08:58:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Al Ain court orders return of Dh40,000 mistakenly transferred to inactive bank account</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ In its ruling, the court said the bank&#039;s statement confirmed that the Dh40,000 had been transferred from the plaintiff&#039;s account and credited to the defendant&#039;s account without being withdrawn, transferred or otherwise disposed of by him. The amount remained in the account, apart from the periodic fees deducted by the bank. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-banks-prepare-new-debt-transfer-controls-for-borrowers-from-january-2027/7120</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T08:14:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE banks prepare new debt transfer controls for borrowers from January 2027</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Under the anticipated measures, borrowers would be required to remain with the bank that provided their financing for a specified period and pay a certain number of instalments before being allowed to transfer their debt to another bank. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-weather-forecast-above-average-rainfall-this-month-and-more-rain-expected-every-day-this-week/7119</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-26T05:37:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE weather forecast: Above-average rainfall this month, and more rain expected every day this week</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Rain is going to be the dominating feature for the rest of the week. Picture for illustrative purposes. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-and-benin-exchange-comprehensive-economic-partnership-agreement-to-boost-trade-and-investment/7118</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T21:05:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE and Benin exchange Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to boost trade and investment</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Romuald Wadagni, President of the Republic of Benin, witnessed the exchange of the UAE-Benin Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Seen exchanging is Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade (R) and  Olushegun Adjadi Bakari, Minister of Tourism and Foreign Trade of Benin (L). WAM

( Abdulla Al Bedwawi / UAE Presidential Court )
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-rta-announces-emirates-road-lane-closures-for-self-driving-taxi-tests/7117</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T20:19:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai RTA announces Emirates Road lane closures for self-driving taxi tests</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The closures will be in effect from October 26 to 31, daily from 9am to 4pm, to allow self-driving taxi companies to conduct highway tests. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-sets-four-levels-for-calculating-private-sector-end-of-service-gratuity/7116</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T20:09:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE sets four levels for calculating private sector end-of-service gratuity</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The ministry said the gratuity is calculated at 21 days’ wages for each of the first five years of service and 30 days’ wages for each additional year. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/ufc-333-draws-biggest-crowd-in-abu-dhabi-history-as-volkanovski-and-yan-retain-titles/7115</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T19:59:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UFC 333 draws biggest crowd in Abu Dhabi history as Volkanovski and Yan retain titles</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UFC CEO Dana White highlighted the event’s record-breaking success and international appeal, while outlining his ambition to continue bringing major UFC events to Abu Dhabi. WAM ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/schools-set-messaging-rules-for-parent-teacher-communication-during-first-semester/7114</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T19:53:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Schools set messaging rules for parent-teacher communication during first semester</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Parents were asked to clearly state the student’s name, grade and section at the beginning of each message to help teachers identify the student accurately and follow up efficiently. Picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-unveils-five-key-initiatives-under-food-security-strategy-2030/7113</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T17:19:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai unveils five key initiatives under Food Security Strategy 2030</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ DECCA’s Food Security Department will oversee the implementation of the initiatives in coordination and partnership with relevant stakeholders from local and federal government entities and the private sector. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-impound-10539-vehicles-and-bicycles-issue-4709-jaywalking-fines/7112</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T16:43:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police impound 10,539 vehicles and bicycles, issue 4,709 jaywalking fines</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The figures were reviewed by His Excellency Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, during his annual inspection of the General Department of Traffic, where he also examined the department’s operational performance, artificial intelligence applications, development projects and community feedback. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-deploy-904-hp-jetour-g700-to-strengthen-desert-tourism-safety/7111</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T16:27:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police deploy 904 hp JETOUR G700 to strengthen desert tourism safety</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The four-wheel-drive vehicle, designed to operate across sandy terrain and challenging desert conditions, was unveiled at Al Marmoom Oasis as part of a collaboration between the Tourist Police Department at Dubai Police’s General Department of Criminal Investigation and JETOUR. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-fta-urges-e-invoicing-compliance-as-aed5000-monthly-penalty-applies/7110</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T15:46:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE FTA urges e-Invoicing compliance as AED5,000 monthly penalty applies</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE FTA urges e-Invoicing compliance as AED5,000 monthly penalty applies ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-gold-prices-fall-by-up-to-aed-2050-per-gram-as-demand-for-jewellery-and-bullion-rises/7109</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T15:33:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE gold prices fall by up to AED 20.50 per gram as demand for jewellery and bullion rises</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Gold and jewellery retailers said the sharp decline in prices had boosted demand in local markets for gold jewellery and bullion in various denominations and weights. They said the weekly decline was the largest in nearly four months, helping to stimulate purchases. File picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/lana-nusseibeh-marks-un-day-with-call-for-earlier-action-and-stronger-support-for-staff-on-the-ground/7108</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T15:17:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Lana Nusseibeh marks UN Day with call for earlier action and stronger support for staff on the ground</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Lana Nusseibeh said the UN&#039;s mission has become more urgent, requiring earlier action before crises turn into disasters, frank dialogue with all governments and a continued commitment to the people the United Nations serves. File picture. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/etihad-rail-offers-discounted-fares-for-children-and-senior-citizens-starting-from-aed-10/7107</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T15:08:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Etihad Rail offers discounted fares for children and senior citizens, starting from AED 10</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Ticket prices for children aged 2 to 17 start from AED 10, while fares for senior citizens aged over 60 start from AED 16. Prices vary according to the destination and chosen travel class, either Comfort or Premium. File picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-municipality-awards-aed3-billion-in-contracts-for-four-phase-3-tasreef-stormwater-drainage-projects/7106</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T14:17:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Municipality awards AED3 billion in contracts for four Phase 3 Tasreef stormwater drainage projects</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ With a total value of AED3 billion, the projects will involve the construction and extension of approximately 100 kilometres of main stormwater drainage lines, with diameters of up to 3 metres, further enhancing the resilience of the city’s drainage network. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/ahmed-bin-saeed-approves-strategy-to-establish-global-centre-for-economic-zones-research-and-technology/7105</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T12:41:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Ahmed bin Saeed approves strategy to establish global centre for economic zones research and technology</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Through the Centre, DIEZ aims to establish a leading global knowledge and institutional reference point that strengthens the capacity of economic zones to drive sustainable growth and deliver tangible, measurable economic impact. Its work will be guided by six core values: independence, credibility, integrity, excellence, innovation and collaborative leadership. ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/bin-eid-al-shaabi-restaurant-how-an-emirati-dining-institution-has-endured-in-dubai-since-1978/7104</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T12:24:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Bin Eid Al Shaabi Restaurant: How an Emirati dining institution has endured in Dubai since 1978</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/25/11064.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Hamad Bin Eid Al Marri has remained committed to what he considers the restaurant’s defining identity: authentic Emirati flavours. ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-rta-to-open-final-trade-centre-roundabout-bridge/7103</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T11:13:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai RTA to open final Trade Centre Roundabout bridge</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai RTA to open final Trade Centre Roundabout bridge ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-court-orders-amusement-park-company-to-pay-dh25000-compensation-after-six-year-old-girl-suffers-leg-fractures/7102</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T09:17:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Abu Dhabi court orders amusement park company to pay Dh25,000 compensation after six-year-old girl suffers leg fractures</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The court found that the company’s negligence had harmed the child’s physical integrity and caused moral damage in the form of pain, sorrow and grief to both the girl and her father. Picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/dubai-gold-district-to-open-worlds-longest-24-karat-gold-walkway-before-year-end/7101</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T08:47:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Gold District to open world’s longest 24-karat gold walkway before year-end</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/25/11061.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai Gold District has announced plans to open Dubai’s first gold walkway before the end of this year, describing it as the first of its kind and the longest in the world. The walkway will be made of 24-karat gold. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-weather-rainfall-possible-in-northern-and-eastern-areas-fog-chance-overnight/7100</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates 24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-10-25T08:19:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE weather: Rainfall possible in northern and eastern areas, fog chance overnight</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/10/25/11056.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The UAE will see fair to partly cloudy weather on Sunday, October 25, with a probability of convective cloud formation over northern and eastern areas, associated with rainfall, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). ]]></image:caption>
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