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Abu Dhabi’s architectural gem, fitting backdrop for a man on a mission
ABU DHABI: He may have arrived at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in a Kia, but surely even this most humble of pontiffs could not fail to have been impressed by Abu Dhabi’s crowning architectural
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Yazidis bid last farewell to spiritual leader in Iraq
ABU DHABI: Thousands of Catholics will take part Tuesday in the biggest worship of any non-Islamic faith in the Gulf region, when they attend a mass led by Pope Francis at Sheikh Zayed Sports
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Israeli troops kill Palestinian in West Bank, say he threw bomb
ABU DHABI: Thousands of Catholics will take part Tuesday in the biggest worship of any non-Islamic faith in the Gulf region, when they attend a mass led by Pope Francis at Sheikh Zayed Sports
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Dutch boxing hero who fought Ali still riding punches in Bulgaria
Former Dutch boxing champion Rudi Lubbers, who lost to Muhammad Ali on points in a 12-round heavyweight fight in Jakarta four and a half decades ago, is back on his feet after taking one
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Arrests made after Al Jazeera investigation into French far right
Three far-right activists in France have been charged with aggravated violence after being exposed in an undercover investigation by Al Jazeera. A fourth activist has been released without charge, the prosecutor's office in Lille
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US embassy in Nairobi warns citizens of possible attack in Kenya
The United States warned its citizens in Kenya on Monday that "credible information indicates Westerners may be targeted by extremists". The warning comes just weeks after a deadly al-Shabab attack on an upmarket hotel
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Federal prosecutors seek documents on Trump inauguration ceremony
Federal prosecutors in the state of New York are seeking information and documents regarding US President Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony. The subpoena was issued by the US attorney's office in Manhattan and requires the
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In Pictures: Chinese communities celebrate Lunar New Year
The Chinese Lunar New Year is being celebrated around the world with lanterns, performances, decorations and food. People are bidding farewell to the year of the dog in the 12-year Chinese astrological cycle and
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Time running out on Qatar labor reform, warns Amnesty
‘Conflict begins when talking ends’, former UNESCO chief tells Human Fraternity Conference ABU DHABI: Saudi Arabia, like the rest of the world, could benefit from a modified education system, said Irina Bokova, honorary president
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‘Conflict begins when talking ends’, former UNESCO chief tells Human Fraternity Conference
‘Conflict begins when talking ends’, former UNESCO chief tells Human Fraternity Conference ABU DHABI: Saudi Arabia, like the rest of the world, could benefit from a modified education system, said Irina Bokova, honorary president


