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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-president-meets-president-of-bundestag-during-state-visit-to-germany/5490</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T16:53:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE President meets President of Bundestag during state visit to Germany</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today visited the German Bundestag. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/nasdaq-dubai-welcomes-us175-billion-new-development-bank-bond-listing/5489</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T16:37:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Nasdaq Dubai welcomes US$1.75 billion New Development Bank bond listing</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The listing brings NDB&#039;s total listed value on the exchange to US$3.75 billion under its US$50 billion Euro Medium Term Note (EMTN) Programme, reflecting the bank&#039;s continued use of Dubai&#039;s capital markets to access regional and international investors. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/damanat-launches-us100-million-tokenised-private-credit-fund-targeting-gcc-sme-financing-gap/5488</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T16:29:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Damanat launches US$100 million tokenised private credit fund targeting GCC SME financing gap</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai-based Damanat has announced its sponsorship of Damanat Fund CEIC Limited, a privately held tokenised trust fund based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) with a target size of US$100 million. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-cut-annual-carbon-emissions-by-26000-tonnes-through-solar-energy-project/5487</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T16:20:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Police cut annual carbon emissions by 26,000 tonnes through solar energy project</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The solar programme was also highlighted in an episode of the Dubai Police Podcast, which examined how renewable energy is being used to transform police facilities into greener buildings. Picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/singapore-pm-lawrence-wong-defends-political-pay-hike-as-responsible-course-to-take/5486</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T16:16:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Singapore PM defends massive pay hikes as 'responsible course to take'</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ File picture of Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.  (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/khda-launches-new-academic-and-career-guidance-framework/5485</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T16:12:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>KHDA launches new academic and career guidance framework</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The FutuReady Standards ensure that every student receives structured academic and career guidance, develops essential life and digital skills, and gains exposure to real-world learning experiences that support informed decision-making and readiness for future career pathways. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-deepens-engagement-in-financial-cooperation-development-finance-at-brics-and-new-development-bank-meetings-in-india/5484</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T15:51:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE deepens engagement in financial cooperation, development finance at BRICS and New Development Bank meetings in India</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Finance, participated in the second meeting of BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors and the Special Meeting of the Board of Governors of the New Development Bank (NDB), held today in Mumbai, India. WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-banking-assets-hit-record-aed567-trillion-as-credit-deposits-and-transfers-surge/5483</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T15:45:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE banking assets hit record AED5.67 trillion as credit, deposits and transfers surge</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The figures also showed a significant increase in financial transfers conducted through the banking system, reflecting the continued expansion of economic and financial activity across the country and the growing capacity of banks to finance individuals, businesses and productive sectors. Picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/emirates-recovers-93-of-flight-capacity-as-summer-travel-demand-tops-87-million-passengers/5482</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T15:37:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Emirates recovers 93% of flight capacity as summer travel demand tops 8.7 million passengers</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer of the airline said Emirates recorded more than 8.7 million travellers during July and August, reflecting strong demand for travel during the summer period. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/openai-faces-senate-probe-into-hugging-face-hack-by-rogue-ai-agents/5481</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T15:31:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>OpenAI faces Senate probe into Hugging Face hack by rogue AI agents</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Concerns about the dangers of AI have also deepened after viral warnings from two researchers earlier this week that Anthropic and OpenAI were developing AI recklessly and the technology could wipe out all humans in a decade. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/can-you-renew-your-emirates-id-before-it-expires-uae-rules-explained/5480</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T15:27:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Can you renew your Emirates ID before it expires? UAE rules explained</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ While you can renew your Emirates ID before the expiry date, it is important to note that doing so would also mean that your new Emirates ID and visa issuance and expiry date would move up.
File photo used for illustrative purposes only. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/al-zahra-hospital-dubai-establishes-dubais-first-dedicated-clinically-integrated-fetal-mri-service/5479</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T15:21:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Al Zahra Hospital Dubai establishes Dubai’s first dedicated, clinically integrated fetal MRI service</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dr Samina Dornan&#039;s interest in fetal MRI began during her years at the Royal Maternity Hospital Belfast, where she served as the Belfast Site Principal Investigator for the landmark MERIDIAN multicentre study. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/india-gets-one-of-worlds-steepest-iphone-price-hikes-as-apple-raises-prices-up-to-41-in-india/5478</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T14:31:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>India gets one of world's steepest iPhone price hikes</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A man checks his wallet at an Apple store in Mumbai, India, June 29, 2026. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/sheikh-mohammed-pens-heartfelt-letter-to-sheikha-hind-the-greatest-gift-god-has-given-me/5477</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T14:01:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid pens heartfelt letter to Sheikha Hind: ‘The greatest gift God has given me’</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/10/8498.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid pens heartfelt letter to Sheikha Hind: ‘The greatest gift God has given me’ ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/ugandan-tooro-kingdom-faces-succession-battle-after-king-oyo-nyimbas-death/5476</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T13:56:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Ugandan kingdom gripped by succession battle after monarch's death</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/10/8497.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The flag draped coffin with the body of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, of the Tooro Kingdom, who died in late August aged 34 while receiving treatment in the U.S., is wheeled after it arrived on a military helicopter, at Humura primary school in Kyegegwa, Uganda, September 4, 2026. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-presidents-visit-to-germany-leading-global-standing-and-a-strategic-partnership-for-the-future/5474</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T13:29:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE President’s visit to Germany: Leading global standing and a strategic partnership for the future</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/10/8493.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The leadership journey of His Highness the UAE President has been shaped by a long-term vision to build a nation capable of keeping pace with change, anticipating the future, and strengthening the UAE’s role and standing as an active and trusted partner on the international stage.
Photo credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-german-presidents-discuss-strengthening-longstanding-ties-during-state-visit/5473</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T13:26:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE, German Presidents discuss strengthening longstanding ties during state visit</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/10/8504.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Frank-Walter Steinmeier, President of the Federal Republic of Germany, today discussed ways to build on the longstanding ties between the UAE and Germany ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-seeks-deeper-ai-cooperation-with-germany-says-al-bannai/5471</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T13:12:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE seeks deeper AI cooperation with Germany, says Al Bannai</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/10/8490.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Faisal Al Bannai, Adviser to the UAE President for Strategic Research and Advanced Technology Affairs. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/hamdan-bin-mohammed-appoints-two-ceos-at-dubai-environment-and-climate-change-authority/5470</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T13:10:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hamdan bin Mohammed names new CEOs at Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Hamdan bin Mohammed names new CEOs at Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/emirates-to-showcase-industry-first-premium-economy-seats-with-privacy-divider-at-atm/5469</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T13:04:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Emirates to showcase industry-first Premium Economy seats with privacy divider at ATM</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/10/8488.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ This year, the airline is planning to seal deals and deepen cooperation with more than 30 partners, including tourism boards, technology companies, and travel organisations that sit at the heart of new B2B & B2C segments, all while creating new visitor opportunities for Dubai and the wider travel ecosystem. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/news/evidence-of-possible-chemical-weapons-use-in-sudan-prompts-calls-for-opcw-investigation/5472</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T12:57:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Investigation finds evidence of possible chemical weapons use in Sudan</news:title>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/lana-nusseibeh-uae-germany-expected-to-sign-up-to-45-agreements/5468</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T12:53:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Lana Nusseibeh: UAE, Germany expected to sign up to 45 agreements</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Lana Nusseibeh said the UAE and EU aim to conclude an ambitious free trade agreement within the next six months, with another round of negotiations due within a month.
Photo credit: Reuters file photo ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/uae-president-welcomed-by-german-president-at-villa-borsig-in-berlin/5467</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T12:42:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE President welcomed by German President at Villa Borsig in Berlin</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was welcomed today at Villa Borsig in Berlin by His Excellency Frank-Walter Steinmeier, President of the Federal Republic of Germany ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/chinas-passenger-car-exports-surpass-2025-total-as-ev-shipments-surge/5466</loc>
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            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T12:30:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>China's passenger car exports surpass 2025 total as EV shipments surge</news:title>
        </news:news>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ File photo of employees work on the production line at a factory of Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio in Hefei, Anhui province, China. REUTERS ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/uae-counterfeit-goods-rule-products-must-be-withdrawn-within-24-hours/5465</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T11:57:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE counterfeit goods rule: Products must be withdrawn within 24 hours</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Under the new regulations, suppliers must immediately stop selling or displaying any non-compliant products and withdraw adulterated, spoiled or counterfeit goods from markets and warehouses within 24 hours of receiving official notification. Picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-court-orders-man-to-pay-dh896841-to-ex-wife-for-half-of-villa-costs/5464</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The UAE Search and Rescue Team continues its field operations in affected areas in Nepal (WAM) ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Data issued by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department showed that ownership certificate transactions totalled 4,804, representing 52.6 percent of all transactions. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ On average, Emirates SkyCargo transports more than 650 tonnes of pharmaceuticals and over 600 tonnes of fresh food and other perishables from India to global destinations via Dubai each week. (Supplied image) ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ President Donald Trump speaks during the RNC Midterm Convention, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/how-to-recharge-your-salik-account-in-dubai-9-ways-to-top-up-in-2026/5457</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ There are several easy, instant ways to top up your Salik account, whether from your smartphone, a petrol station, or a number of other convenient locations around Dubai. Picture credit: Dubai Media Office ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Elena Rybakina, of Kazakhstan, celebrates winning a match against Qinwen Zheng, of China, during the quarterfinal round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, in New York. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Coco Gauff, of the United States, celebrates winning a match against Mirra Andreeva, of Russia, during the quarterfinal round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, in New York. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Germany&#039;s Alexander Zverev in action during his quarter-final match against Netherlands&#039; Botic van de Zandschulp (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/uae-weather-forecast-43c-highs-fog-warning-overnight-for-dubai-and-abu-dhabi/5453</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ You might experience morning fog or mist on Friday morning in some coastal areas. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Pexels ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/shadow-ai-what-happens-when-uae-employees-bring-their-own-ai-to-work-and-why-its-a-growing-legal-risk/5452</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T05:57:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Shadow AI is “artificial intelligence outside of governance,” and can be harmful for workplace systems. Picture credit: AI-generated expressive image ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/pisa-2025-90-of-uae-students-study-in-phone-free-schools-nearly-double-the-oecd-average/5451</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T05:28:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>90% of UAE students study in phone-free schools, nearly double the OECD average</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ PISA data showed that UAE students use digital devices for learning purposes within the school at a rate of 1.9 hours per day, compared to 1.7 hours in the organisation’s countries. Picture credit: AI-generated expressive image ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-wedding-planner-ordered-to-pay-dh22640-after-failing-to-organise-ceremony/5450</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-10T05:26:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ It was proven that the wedding planners had breached their contractual obligations and failed to carry out the ceremony on the agreed date. Picture credit: AI-generated expressive image ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-german-ties-decade-of-strategic-partnership-political-dialogue-economic-cooperation/5449</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Mohammed Ahmed Al Mahmoud, former UAE Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Germany. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/apple-joins-foldable-phone-race-with-passport-shaped-iphone-duo/5448</loc>
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            <news:title>Apple joins foldable phone race with passport-shaped iPhone Duo</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A person holds the new foldable iPhone Duo during Apple&#039;s event at the Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino, California, U.S. September 9, 2026. Picture credit: Reuters ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/how-to-pre-order-the-iphone-18-pro-in-the-uae-price-trade-in-deals-and-whats-new/5446</loc>
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            <news:title>Pre-order the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max and iPhone Duo in the UAE: Prices, specs, and what's new</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ According to Apple UAE, pre-orders will begin at 4pm local time on September 12, while the devices will be available starting September 18 in the country&#039;s markets. Picture credit: Apple ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/apple-iphone-18-pro-and-pro-max-unveiled-ai-battery-camera-and-design-improvements-explained/5445</loc>
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            <news:title>Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max unveiled: AI, battery, camera and design improvements explained</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Apple is putting artificial intelligence at the heart of the future of the iPhone. Picture credit: Apple ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-police-digital-dubai-use-ai-to-make-workforce-planning-smarter/5444</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The new system connects planning, implementation and monitoring, providing a broader picture of workforce distribution, coverage levels and operational readiness. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-germany-strong-partners-for-future-economies-shared-prosperity/5447</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The state visit marks the beginning of an even closer economic and strategic partnership, through which we aim to lay the foundations for long-term growth for the benefit of both countries. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/what-does-5-million-buy-you-in-dubai-monaco-and-miami-a-luxury-real-estate-comparison-for-2026/5443</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A budget of $5 million (Dh18.7 million) allows for the purchase of a spacious villa with exceptional amenities in Dubai, but is only sufficient for a small apartment in Monaco, while Miami offers a middle ground. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/joint-statement-by-8-foreign-affairs-ministers-welcomes-uks-decision-to-ban-the-import-of-goods-from-illegal-israeli-settlements/5442</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ They encourage the international community to build on these steps and adopt concrete measures to bring an end to activities that support or sustain illegal Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. File photograph ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/from-classic-cars-to-record-breaking-engineering-the-story-of-deiz/5441</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Boris Pustovoytov, founder and chief executive of DEIZ. ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-it-ive-learnt-how-strong-i-am-briton-on-starting-over-and-building-a-life-in-dubai/5440</loc>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Tamara Ainsworth, 29, moved to Dubai from Brighton, UK, two years ago and says the city has taught her to keep going even when things do not go to plan.
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/uae-leave-entitlements-2026-every-type-of-paid-and-unpaid-leave-private-sector-workers-can-take/5439</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T17:41:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE leave entitlements 2026: Every type of paid and unpaid leave private sector workers can take</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The UAE has one of the most robust frameworks in the region, when it comes to employee leave entitlements. 
Photo credit: Pexels ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-france-set-out-to-lead-the-world-in-artificial-intelligence-in-space-with-altair-next-gen/5438</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T17:29:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE, France set out to lead the world in artificial intelligence in space with Altair-Next Gen</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8426.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Satellites combining world-class optical, radar and advanced sensors with always-on
connectivity and onboard compute will analyse what they observe in orbit, think, act,
and ultimately deliver alerts in seconds. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-delegation-advances-women-led-economic-partnerships-at-brics-summit-in-new-delhi/5437</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T17:25:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE delegation advances women-led economic partnerships at BRICS summit in New Delhi</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8425.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The summit brought together government and business leaders, investors and women entrepreneurs from across BRICS economies to discuss opportunities for women-led economic development and cross-border cooperation. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/mohammed-bin-rashid-begins-new-government-year-with-call-for-excellence/5436</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T16:54:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Mohammed bin Rashid begins new government year with call for excellence</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8424.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ In a message shared on X by the Dubai Media Office, Sheikh Mohammed said he began the new government year by meeting with his team. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/hikmet-hajiyev-to-speak-at-euronews-forum-during-arab-media-summit-2026/5435</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T16:44:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hikmet Hajiyev to speak at Euronews Forum during Arab Media Summit 2026</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8421.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai Press Club has announced that His Excellency Hikmet Hajiyev, Assistant to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Head of the Department of Foreign Policy Affairs of the Presidential Administration, will participate in the Arab Media Summit 2026. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-opens-registration-for-uae-swat-challenge-2027/5434</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T16:43:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai opens registration for UAE SWAT Challenge 2027</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8422.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai opens registration for UAE SWAT Challenge 2027 ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-press-club-platform-to-host-25-podcasts-global-masterclasses-during-arab-media-summit-2026/5433</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T16:35:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Press Club Platform to host 25 podcasts, global masterclasses during Arab Media Summit 2026</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8419.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai Press Club Platform to host 25 podcasts, global masterclasses during Arab Media Summit 2026 ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/sharjahs-coastal-fortified-network-added-to-unesco-tentative-list-for-world-heritage/5432</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T15:27:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Sharjah's 'Coastal Fortified Network of South Eastern Arabia' added to UNESCO's Tentative List for World Heritage</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8416.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Sharjah's 'Coastal Fortified Network of South Eastern Arabia' added to UNESCO's Tentative List for World Heritage ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-schools-tighten-school-bus-rules-cap-home-wait-time-at-one-minute/5431</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T14:46:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE schools tighten school bus rules, cap home wait time at one minute</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8415.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ In circulars sent to parents, schools said the safety of students and the efficiency of school transport are a shared responsibility that begins before the bus arrives at the home and continues until students are safely handed over to authorised guardians. File picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/technology/airlines-scramble-to-dig-out-from-tech-problems-that-canceled-1750-flights-in-uk/5430</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T14:32:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Airlines scramble to dig out from tech problems that canceled 1,750 flights in UK</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8414.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Passengers wait in line at Heathrow Airport in London, during an air traffic control problem that disrupted travel across Britain. AP ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-presidents-germany-visit-marks-major-milestone-in-bilateral-ties-says-ambassador/5429</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T14:24:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE President's Germany visit marks major milestone in bilateral ties, says ambassador</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8413.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae-guide/can-you-take-sick-leave-during-your-notice-period-what-the-uae-labour-law-says/5428</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T13:59:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Can you take sick leave during your notice period? What the UAE Labour Law says</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8411.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Serving your notice period in the UAE does not take away your entitlement to accrued sick leave, but employees must follow the required reporting procedures.
Photo credit: Gustavo Fring/Pexels ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/aryna-sabalenka-edges-linda-noskova-to-keep-alive-hopes-of-a-3rd-straight-us-open-title/5426</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T13:32:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Aryna Sabalenka edges Linda Noskova to keep alive hopes of a 3rd straight US Open title</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8406.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Aryna Sabalenka, of Belarus, celebrates winning a match against Linda Noskova, of the Czech Republic, during the quarterfinal round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in New York.
Photo credit: Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/ahmed-bin-saeed-witnesses-signing-of-dubai-holdings-largest-ever-aed5-billion-construction-contract/5427</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T13:31:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Ahmed bin Saeed witnesses signing of Dubai Holding’s largest-ever AED5 billion construction contract</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8409.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The contract represents the largest building contract awarded by Dubai Holding to date and reflects the scale of investment the Group continues to deploy in projects that support Dubai’s long-term growth. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/tiafoe-gives-michelsen-a-hug-and-a-shoulder-to-cry-on-after-his-us-open-victory/5425</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T13:25:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Tiafoe gives Michelsen a hug and a shoulder to cry on after his US Open victory</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8404.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Frances Tiafoe, of the United States, and Alex Michelsen, of the United States, embrace after Tiafoe won their match during the quarterfinal round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in New York.
Photo credit: Yuki Iwamura/AP ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/dubais-new-mega-airport-al-maktoum-international-targets-95-smart-travel/5424</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T13:13:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai's new mega-airport Al Maktoum International targets 95% smart travel</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8403.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Travel through Al Maktoum International Airport, scheduled to open in 2032, is expected to enter a new era of automation, with projections indicating that 95 per cent of passenger procedures will be completed through smart technologies and systems. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/google-to-invest-15-billion-in-ai-infrastructure-and-secure-nuclear-power-in-finland/5423</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T13:09:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Google to invest $15 billion in AI infrastructure and buy nuclear power in Finland</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8399.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Miniature figures of people are seen in front of the new Google logo in this illustration taken May 13, 2025. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/property-seller-loses-aed850000-claim-after-abu-dhabi-court-rejects-penalty-clause-demand/5421</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T12:41:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Property seller loses AED850,000 claim after Abu Dhabi court rejects penalty clause demand</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8397.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ According to court records, the claimant filed a lawsuit against a man and a woman, seeking AED850,000 in agreed compensation, legal interest, court fees, expenses and legal costs. Picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/us-open-ben-shelton-stuns-alcaraz-in-late-show-to-reach-semis/5420</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T12:16:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>US Open: Ben Shelton stuns Alcaraz in late show to reach semis</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8396.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Ben Shelton, of the United States, hits a return in the fifth set to Carlos Alcaraz, of Spain, during the quarterfinal round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, in New York. (AP) ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/kings-college-hospital-london-dubai-successfully-performs-first-living-donor-kidney-transplant/5419</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T11:59:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>King’s College Hospital London - Dubai successfully performs first living donor kidney transplant</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8393.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The case brought together specialists across transplant surgery, nephrology, anaesthesia, intensive care, specialist nursing and allied clinical services, reflecting the multidisciplinary approach behind the King’s Transplant Centre.
Photo credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/emirates-reports-uk-flight-disruptions-after-air-traffic-control-outage/5422</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T11:53:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Emirates reports UK flight disruptions after air traffic control outage</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8398.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The UK&#039;s air traffic control authority said the technical issue had been resolved and operations had returned to normal. However, it noted that recovery took longer than expected, leading to a backlog of flights, and apologised to passengers for the disruption. ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-launches-uae-emergency-number-day-to-promote-proper-use-of-999/5417</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T11:34:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE launches ‘UAE Emergency Number Day’ to promote proper use of 999</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8392.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ UAE launches ‘UAE Emergency Number Day’ to promote proper use of 999 ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/confidential-electronic-forms-help-schools-tackle-group-bullying-and-enable-swift-intervention-2026-2027-academic-year/5418</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T11:18:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Confidential electronic forms to help tackle group bullying in schools</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8388.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ (Photo by Taylor Flowe on Unsplash) ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/apple-unveils-iphone-18-lineup-including-foldable-as-john-ternus-takes-over-as-ceo/5416</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T11:00:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Apple to unveil iPhone 18 lineup, including foldable tonight</news:title>
        </news:news>
                <image:image>
            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8394.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Apple to unveil iPhone 18 lineup, including foldable tonight ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/israel-orders-british-consulate-in-east-jerusalem-to-close-within-30-days-amid-west-bank-settlement-sanctions/5415</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T10:44:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Israel tells British consulate in East Jerusalem to close within 30 days, sources say</news:title>
        </news:news>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/09/8386.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ A view of the British Consulate in Jerusalem, on September 8, 2026. (Reuters) ]]></image:caption>
                    </image:image>
        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/abu-dhabi-court-orders-woman-to-repay-dh225000-after-whatsapp-messages-confirm-debt/5414</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T10:27:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Woman ordered to repay Dh225,000 after WhatsApp messages confirm debt</news:title>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/health/tylenol-use-in-pregnancy-may-be-linked-to-uterus-ovary-changes-in-daughters-study-finds/5413</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T10:09:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Tylenol use in pregnancy may be linked to uterus, ovary changes in daughters</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Researchers studied 302 three-month-old baby girls whose mothers&#039; Tylenol use had been tracked during pregnancy. (Photo by Suhyeon Choi on Unsplash) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-court-orders-fraudster-to-repay-dh11-million-after-seizing-187-silver-bars/5412</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T10:02:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai court orders fraudster to repay Dh1.1 million after seizing 187 silver bars</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The defendant was charged with embezzling 187 locally produced silver bars of two high-purity grades worth a total of Dh1.109 million. (AI generated image used for illustrative purposes only) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/uae-intensifies-search-rescue-humanitarian-operations-in-nepal/5411</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T09:43:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE intensifies search, rescue, humanitarian operations in Nepal</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The UAE Search and Rescue Team continues its field operations in affected areas in Nepal (WAM) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/us-resumes-immigrant-visa-processing-for-hungary-and-poland-amid-ongoing-global-pause/5409</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T09:10:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>US resumes immigrant visa processing for Hungary, Poland as pause remains elsewhere</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Trump has long campaigned on stopping illegal immigration, but his second term has been defined ‌in equal measure by his expansive efforts to curb legal migration. (Image for illustrative purposes only. Photo by Scott Graham on Unsplash) ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-weather-today-temperatures-rise-to-43c-but-humidity-drops-to-70-the-lowest-in-days/5408</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T05:28:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE weather today: Temperatures rise to 43°C but humidity drops to 70% - the lowest in days</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Coastal and island regions will experience highs between 39°C and 44°C, while internal regions will be warmer, at 43°C to 47°C. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/jordan-armed-forces-intercept-18-iranian-ballistic-missiles-targeting-kingdom/5407</loc>
                            <news:news>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T05:27:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Jordan Armed Forces intercept 18 Iranian ballistic missiles targeting kingdom</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Jordanian air defence systems engaged 20 ballistic missiles fired toward Jordanian territory, successfully intercepting and destroying 18 of them. File photograph. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/iphone-18-uae-release-date-new-apple-devices-expected-to-arrive-september-18-2026/5406</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T03:40:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>iPhone 18 UAE release date: New Apple devices expected to arrive September 18, 2026</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The UAE is gaining special importance on the global technology product launch map. Picture credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-schools-ban-qaza-haircuts-hoodies-energy-drinks-and-chips-for-2026-27-academic-year/5405</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T03:26:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE schools ban 'qaza' haircuts, hoodies, energy drinks and chips for 2026-27 academic year</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The administrations specified key prohibitions, stressing that the instructions apply from the moment the student enters the school gate. Picture credit: AI-generated expressive image ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/technical-fault-forces-cancellation-of-nearly-1100-uk-flights/5404</loc>
                            <news:news>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T03:17:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Technical fault forces cancellation of nearly 1,100 UK flights</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The cancellation of nearly 1,100 flights to and from UK airports caused widespread disruption. Picture for illustrative purposes. Picture credit: Unsplash ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/hili-forum-2026-concludes-with-1600-participants-advancing-gulf-security-dialogue/5403</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T00:29:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hili Forum 2026 concludes with 1,600 participants advancing Gulf security dialogue</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, said: "The Hili Forum has become one of the region&#039;s most important platforms for navigating the geopolitical shifts shaping our collective future." Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/dubai-developers-launch-multi-billion-dirham-projects-as-property-investment-demand-rises/5402</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-09T00:17:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai developers launch multi-billion-dirham projects as property investment demand rises</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Participating companies at the International Property Show unveiled plans for new projects and investments worth billions of dirhams. Picture credit: WAM ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-humanitarian-coordinates-aid-airlift-to-nepal-in-wake-of-devastating-floods-in-the-himalayan-country/5401</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T22:48:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Humanitarian coordinates aid airlift to Nepal in wake of devastating floods in the Himalayan country</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The cargo included tents and shelter materials, medicines, hygiene kits and winter kits. Picture credit: Dubai Media Office ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/uae-strongly-condemns-attacks-by-houthi-group-on-saudi-civilian-economic-facilities-and-vessels/5399</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T22:32:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE strongly condemns attacks by Houthi Group on Saudi civilian, economic facilities and vessels</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) reaffirmed the UAE’s solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its support for all measures aimed at safeguarding its security and stability. File photograph. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-cements-status-as-global-crypto-hub-second-in-world-for-cryptocurrency-adoption-in-2026/5400</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T21:57:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE cements status as global crypto hub: Second in world for cryptocurrency adoption in 2026</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The tax system was one of the UAE&#039;s strongest assets in the ranking, with the country achieving a perfect score of 10 in the “Tax Attractiveness" criterion. Picture for illustrative purposes. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/world/us-targets-iran-aviation-sector-with-36-new-sanctions-aiming-to-ground-mahan-air-and-disrupt-procurement-networks/5410</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T21:41:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>US targets Iran's aviation sector with sweeping new sanctions</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The U.S. Treasury Department said the action was aimed at grounding Iran&#039;s Mahan Air, already sanctioned by the U.S. and the European Union, and all other Iranian airlines. (File photo) ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/statement-by-uae-ministry-of-foreign-affairs-in-response-to-media-reporting/5398</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T21:29:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Statement by UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs in response to media reporting</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Foreign Affairs underscores that the UAE Government does not comment on media stories or speculation regarding conversations between government leaders. File photograph. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/ahmed-bin-mohammed-chairs-dubai-media-council-meeting-reviews-final-preparations-for-largest-edition-of-arab-media-summit/5397</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T21:13:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Ahmed bin Mohammed chairs Dubai Media Council meeting, reviews final preparations for largest edition of Arab Media Summit</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council. File photograph. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/arab-media-summit-2026-launches-new-website-to-enhance-visitor-experience/5396</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T20:57:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Arab Media Summit 2026 launches new website to enhance visitor experience</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Arab Media Summit Organising Committee has launched the Summit’s official website. File photograph. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/dubai-customs-reinforces-citys-position-as-key-global-trade-gateway-with-trade-through-hatta-crossing-surging-175-in-first-half-of-2026/5395</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T20:46:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai Customs reinforces city’s position as key global trade gateway, with trade through Hatta crossing surging 175% in first half of 2026 </news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Dubai has not only maintained the smooth flow of its trade but has succeeded in strengthening its role on the region&#039;s overland trade map by attracting new trade flows and raising the efficiency of its logistics system. Picture credit: Dubai Media Office ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/arab-media-summit-2026-to-honour-media-excellence-in-the-region/5394</loc>
                            <news:news>
            <news:publication>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T18:45:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Arab Media Summit 2026 to honour media excellence in the region</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/08/8356.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Summit will host award ceremonies for the Arab Media Award, the Ibda’a – Arab Youth Media Award and the Arab Social Media Influencers Award. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/carl-bildt-in-todays-world-every-country-is-becoming-a-middle-power/5392</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T18:22:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Carl Bildt: In today's world, every country is becoming a 'middle power'</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/08/8354.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Speaking during the session, Carl Bildt, Co-Chair of the European Council on Foreign Relations and former Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Sweden, said recent global developments have highlighted the need for countries to work together in addressing emerging geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/middle-powers-turn-to-strategic-autonomy-as-global-rivalries-intensify/5393</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T18:18:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Middle powers turn to strategic autonomy as global rivalries intensify</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The closing plenary session of Hili Forum 2026, titled ‘The Role of Middle Powers in a Fractured Global Order’, explored how middle powers can navigate geopolitical rivalries, strengthen strategic autonomy and contribute to regional stability.
Photo credit: Supplied ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/mohammed-bin-rashid-invites-kuwait-prime-minister-to-abu-dhabi-sustainability-week-summit-2027/5391</loc>
                            <news:news>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T18:11:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Mohammed bin Rashid invites Kuwait Prime Minister to Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Summit 2027</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has invited His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah, Prime Minister of Kuwait, to attend the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Summit, scheduled to take place from 10 to 14 January 2027. ]]></image:caption>
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        	</url>
        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/dubai-processed-258-million-travellers-in-first-eight-months-of-2026/5390</loc>
                            <news:news>
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            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T17:53:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Dubai processed 25.8 million travellers in first eight months of 2026</news:title>
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            <image:loc>https://api.emirates247.com/emirates247/uploads/images/2026/09/08/8350.webp</image:loc>
                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ According to the directorate, 9.382 million travellers used smart gates, reflecting the growing adoption of smart services that have helped reduce travel procedures and waiting times to just a few seconds. Picture used for illustrative purpose. ]]></image:caption>
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        	<url>
                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/sports/coco-gauff-returns-to-the-us-open-quarterfinals-for-the-first-time-since-her-2023-title-run/5389</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
            </news:publication> 
            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T17:47:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Coco Gauff returns to the US Open quarterfinals for the first time since her 2023 title run</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Coco Gauff, of the United States, celebrates after she won her match against Iva Jovic, of the United States, during the fourth round of the U.S. Open tennis championships Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, in New York.
Photo credit: Frank Franklin II/AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/look-back-2010-onto-2011/naomi-osaka-exits-us-open-but-not-before-displaying-one-more-swaggy-fashion-ensemble/5388</loc>
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                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T17:47:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Naomi Osaka exits U.S. Open, but not before displaying one more 'swaggy' fashion ensemble</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ Naomi Osaka, of Japan, arrives for a match against Elena Rybakina, of Kazakhstan, during the fourth round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, in New York. 
Photo credit: Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/business/uae-updates-vat-executive-regulation-to-enhance-compliance-and-transparency/5387</loc>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T17:41:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>UAE updates VAT Executive Regulation to enhance compliance and transparency</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Finance has announced the issuance of Cabinet Decision No. (149) of 2026 amending certain provisions of the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. 8 of 2017 on Value Added Tax (VAT). ]]></image:caption>
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                                    <loc>https://www.emirates247.com/uae/hamdan-bin-mohammed-names-new-ceos-at-dubai-health-authority/5386</loc>
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                <news:name>Emirates24|7</news:name>
                <news:language>en</news:language>
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            <news:publication_date>2026-09-08T17:23:00+04:00</news:publication_date> 
            <news:title>Hamdan bin Mohammed names new CEOs at Dubai Health Authority</news:title>
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                        <image:caption><![CDATA[ From left: Majid Sultan Al Muhairi, the newly appointed CEO of the Digital Health Sector at the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Asma Abdullah Saad Al Sherif, CEO of the Health Regulatory Sector at DHA, and Mona Mohammad Bajman Almarzooqi, CEO of the Corporate Support Sector at DHA. ]]></image:caption>
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