Local News from Friday, October 17th, 2025
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GITEX GLOBAL wraps up with record international participation
GITEX GLOBAL 2025 wrapped up its 45th edition on Friday in Dubai, capping off five days of breakthrough tech showcases, global dialogue and deal-making.
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UAE aid ship departs for Gaza with 7,200 tonnes of relief supplies
The 'UAE Humanitarian Ship' has set sail for the Gaza Strip, carrying 7,200 tonnes of vital aid as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
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Driver gets 23 black points for nearly knocking down delivery rider
A driver in Dubai has been handed 23 black points and fined AED2,000 for violating the traffic laws and endangering the life of a delivery rider.
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UAE leaders pay tribute to Kenya's veteran politician Raila Odinga
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led the messages of condolences to Kenyan President Dr. William Samoei Ruto on the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
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UAE inks new partnership with Mongolia to expand raptor conservation
The UAE and Mongolia have joined forces to expand efforts in conservation, research and raptors' protection in Mongolia.
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UAE President receives invitation to participate in Expo 2030 Riyadh
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a letter from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inviting the UAE to participate in Expo 2030 Riyadh.
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Dubai Police rescue driver after cruise control failureDubai Police traffic patrols sprang into action to rescue a motorist whose cruise control system malfunctioned while she was driving on Emirates Road towards Abu Dhabi.
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9-member extortion gang face trial in UAE for kidnapping, social media blackmailingNine men will face legal action in the UAE for running a criminal network to extort money through kidnapping, filming indecent assaults and blackmailing via social media.
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Dubai Police warns of dangers of 'burning evil dolls' trend among childrenA new social media trend that challenges children to set "evil dolls" on fire to mimic horror scenes, can turn highly dangerous, warned Dubai Police, adding that it could lead to "fires, injuries and even fatalities".
