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Rouda Alserkal: UAE’s Chess Trailblazer

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Rouda Alserkal always knew that pursuing her dream of becoming a leading chess player wouldn’t be easy. Yet, she was determined to overcome every hurdle. From rigorous training to balancing chess with academics and sacrificing her childhood, Rouda went above…

Controversial Appointment in Israeli Intelligence

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She indicated that “this decision has sparked a wave of criticism within the Mossad, as well as from former high-ranking officials in the agency, who believe that Gofman lacks intelligence experience and does not have a background in organizational management.”…

Leonardo DiCaprio: No Regrets Over Titanic Role

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Leonardo DiCaprio, the renowned Hollywood actor, has stated he has “no regrets” over choosing to star in James Cameron’s 1997 blockbuster Titanic instead of taking a role in Boogie Nights, as reported by People. In a recent Deadline interview, the…

Travis Kelce Talks Acting and Future Plans

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Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce recently shared insights on life after football and his acting ventures on the New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce podcast’s latest episode. The 36-year-old NFL tight end joined Hollywood actor George Clooney to…

ruya Bank: Pioneering Digital Islamic Finance

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ruya Bank is making a significant investment in the future of Islamic finance. With global assets in this sector surpassing $4.5 trillion and potentially reaching over $6.7 trillion by 2027, Christoph Koster, CEO of ruya Bank, envisions the next growth…

Youngest Chess Player Earns FIDE Rating at 3

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At just three years, seven months, and 20 days old, India’s Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha has become the youngest chess player ever to achieve an official FIDE rating. He surpassed the previous record set by fellow Indian Anish Sarkar, who was…

Etihad Rail: Transforming UAE Travel by 2026

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The eagerly anticipated Etihad Rail project is advancing rapidly, with passenger services set to start in 2026. This network will connect 11 key cities and regions, making travel between emirates convenient for residents. Etihad Rail is envisioned as more than…

UAE Flag: Unity and Progress Symbolism

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The UAE flag stands as one of the most iconic symbols across the nation, a powerful emblem that proudly adorns homes, schools, mosques, government buildings, and skyscrapers in all seven emirates. Beyond its striking red, green, white, and black design,…

Controversy Surrounds Syrian Leader’s Past

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According to Resolution No. 62 of 2025, published in the Iraqi Official Gazette “Al-Waqa’i”, the committee adopted the explicit name Ahmad Hussein Al-Shara’a, his Syrian nationality, and his date of birth on October 29, 1982. It was confirmed that his…

Iraq Freezes Funds of Terrorist Entities

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Iraqi News Agency (INA) reported today, Friday, that the ‘Committee for Freezing Terrorists’ Funds’ at the Central Bank of Iraq has issued a clarification regarding the ‘publication in the Iraqi Gazette, issue number 4848 on 17/11/2025, which includes the freezing…