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In the latest episode of Decoded, CNN’s Anna Stewart explores how humanoid robots can help introduce school students to the latest tech. CNN visited GEMS Dubai American Academy to see how they use robots in the classroom in a school-wide project. Sreejit Chakrabarty, Director of AI & Robotics at GEMS Dubai American Academy explains: “We are living in a…
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Over 150 countries sign deal that puts future of food systems at heart of talks Milestone declarations and pledges on green farming, food systems, and mobilizing funds to rehabilitate forests and oceans packed the climate agenda at the COP28 summit as the two-week conference entered its final stretch in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. On…
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The 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP28, is a milestone moment as the world takes stock of the progress that has been made in implementing the 2015 Paris Agreement. The summit, which concludes on Tuesday in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, has also sought to…
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A new draft of a global deal from the COP28 climate summit is a “sorely needed improvement” on tackling fossil fuels, WWF has said, after a previous version sparked outcry. However, there is still no specific reference to the phase out of fossil fuels. The UN’s climate body published the proposed text of the deal…
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Eyebrows were raised earlier after Downing Street confirmed it had summoned the climate minister to fly back from COP28 in Dubai so he could take part in tonight’s vote on the Rwanda bill. Graham Stuart now appears to have landed – and been greeted with the headlines. Posting on X – formerly known as Twitter…
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Climate leaders have reacted with fury after the controversial head of COP28 claimed there was “no science” to suggest phasing out fossil fuels will help limit global warming to 1.5C. The president of the Dubai climate change summit, Sultan al Jaber, made the comments during an ill-tempered online question and answer session, a video obtained by…
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There are many things you could buy for $34 million. In various parts of the world, it’ll buy you towering castles, sprawling beachside mega mansions or majestic estates that go on for miles. It could buy you fleets of powerful Lamborghini sports cars or stately Rolls-Royce Phantoms. It could even buy you your own private…
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Gardens in Dubai serve many purposes. Some are cleverly designed to meet the demands of the community and high climates, while others are big-ticket attractions. Among them, Dubai Miracle Garden has once again unlocked its gates to reveal the floral displays that its team have been working on in secret throughout the summer. Open from autumn through to…
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Abike Dabiri, CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), said the government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) would deny entry visas to Nigerians younger than the age of 40. In a post made on Instagram on Friday morning, Dabiri said only those applying for family visas would not be affected by the new rule.…
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The popularity of social media has grown as digital technology, especially internet-connected devices, become cheaper and available to a large number of people. Smartphone used to be — and still is — one of the simplest and most visible way to showcase talent, and many ordinary people have gained “positive popularity” by uploading their creativity…
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The leaked sex video of a 13-year-old student at Chrisland School, Nigeria has gone viral on Twitter and Reddit, sparking outrage on the internet. Many social media users expressed anger at the news from Chrisland School in Victoria Island Garden City (VGC), Lagos State, Nigeria, after Ubi Franklin, a music executive raised the alarm of…
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The multi-billionaire ruler of Dubai and prime minister of the UAE, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, has been ordered to pay his ex-wife, Princess Haya bint al-Hussein, and their two children over £554 million, equivalent to $740 million, by a U.K. court. This is believed to be one of the largest divorce settlements in British…
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Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba will continue his recovery from a thigh injury in Dubai, having travelled to the Gulf state for warm weather training. Pogba suffered his thigh problem while on international duty with France earlier this month, experiencing discomfort in a training session and withdrawing from the squad. He is not expected to…
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In a Facebook post, Ghani Ashraf said he had left the country to avoid clashes with the Taliban that would endanger millions of Kabul residents. Some social media users branded Ghani, who did not disclose his location, a coward for leaving them in chaos. ‘Failed experience’ UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged all parties to exercise…
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Dubai has already established itself as a thriving hub for major global firms, and now it is opening the doors to new business development, in a nod to potential disruptors. Dubai’s rapid economic growth is rooted in real estate, with dizzying skyscrapers housing some of the city’s top financial and consulting firms. It’s an image…
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A boy found wandering alone outside a mall in Dubai was handed in by the woman who had been caring for him, police revealed on Thursday. Dubai Police said the Filipina shopper who claimed to have found the boy outside Al Reef Mall in Deira on September 7 was actually his carer. Police said she…
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