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World's first impact bond on weather, climate data opens for contributions

Nov 16, 2025

Belem [Brazil], November 16: he Systematic Observations Financing Facility (SOFF) today opened for contributions to raise USD 200 million towards a climate impact bond aimed at strengthening systematic observation of the planet and help close critical weather and climate data gaps.
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OECD countries spent 9.3% of their GDP on health in 2024

Nov 16, 2025

Paris [France], November 16: Member states of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) spent 9.3% of their GDP on health in 2024, less than the peak during COVID-19, but higher than pre-pandemic levels. In 16 OECD countries, health spending accounts for at least 10% of GDP, and in the average OECD country, public spending on health represents 15% of government expenditure, according to a new OECD report.

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Russian community: UAE a unique global model for tolerance, interfaith dialogue

Nov 16, 2025

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Arab Parliament: Palestinian independence an inalienable right

Nov 16, 2025

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'Jernin 99' wins second round of 60ft Dubai Traditional Dhow Sailing Race

Nov 16, 2025

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Arab League calls for promoting values of tolerance, coexistence, mutual respect, inter-cultural dialogue

Nov 16, 2025

Cairo [Egypt], November 16: The League of Arab States affirmed the importance of consolidating the values of coexistence and mutual respect, promoting a culture of dialogue, and enhancing social cooperation,...
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Death toll from Russian attack on Kiev rises to 6

Nov 15, 2025

Moscow [Russia], November 15: The death toll from Russia's attack on Kiev on early Friday has risen to six, with 35 injured, said Tymur Tkachenko, head of the Kiev City...
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New Dutch farm detects bird flu in outbreak wave

Nov 15, 2025

The Hague [Netherlands], November 15: Bird flu has been detected at a small-scale poultry farm in Assendelft, a village in the province of North Holland, the Dutch government said on...
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Roundup: BBC editing scandal deepens credibility crisis

Nov 15, 2025
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Russia's goods trade surplus narrows in first 9 months of 2025

Nov 15, 2025
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Police apprehend suspect in Ljubljana bus stabbing

Nov 15, 2025
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Several killed in bus crash in Stockholm, Sweden: police

Nov 15, 2025
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Short circuit blamed for deadly BiH retirement home fire

Nov 15, 2025
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Sudan's army chief says "no truce" with paramilitary forces

Nov 15, 2025
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71 migrants rescued off coast of Benghazi in E. Libya

Nov 15, 2025
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Namibian expo sheds light on waste, environmental solutions

Nov 15, 2025
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Zambia pledges support for removal of Western sanctions on Zimbabwe

Nov 15, 2025
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U.S. stocks close mixed

Nov 15, 2025
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Southern California braces for flash flooding, debris flows as storm approaches

Nov 15, 2025
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U.S. defense secretary announces military operation in Western Hemisphere

Nov 15, 2025
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BBC apologises to Trump over speech edit but rejects defamation claim

Nov 15, 2025
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Google ad tech antitrust trial closing arguments moved back

Nov 15, 2025
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FAA halves flight cuts to 3% as airlines push for end

Nov 15, 2025
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COP30 talks focus on adaptation as fossil fuels left off agenda

Nov 15, 2025
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UN says Israeli wall crosses Lebanon border

Nov 15, 2025
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Sudan’s Military Equipment Case- Imminent Trial; UAE reaffirms its steadfast position: “No tolerance for illegal activity undermining state security; no transit for conflicts; no refuge for smugglers”

Nov 14, 2025