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All You Need to Know About the MASSIVE India-UK Trade Deal
It took three years and many rounds of discussion but a huge trade deal signed between the UK and India is being heralded as a game changer for business, boosting the ties between the two countries. These are the products in both countries that are likely to get cheaper because of withdrawal of tariffs. However, not everyone is happy with this landmark deal. Especially a certain Mr Trump who warned tech companies against hiring from countries like India!
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Why is China Betting on Theme Parks?
If you are visiting Shanghai, don’t be surprised if you find that the biggest tourist attractions are theme parks from the UK and US! The first Legoland theme park opened in Shanghai earlier this month with Harry Potter and Peppa Pig set to follow. Despite the tensions with the West, especially the US, why is China looking at theme parks featuring pop culture icons from the West as a way to boost its tourism and economy? Click here.
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Regent Gets Recognised for its Inclusivity
Great news coming in from Regent! The school has been honoured with the International Inclusive School Award, a recognition of its commitment to inclusion, diversity and excellence in every sphere. It’s wonderful to see how these concepts are embedded in the very ethos of every initiative. Click below to know more about this prestigious honour.
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Sunmarke’s Think & Thrive Summit With Lachlan Kitchen
The Think & Thrive Summit is a platform that brings students and industry leaders together for an engaging and insightful conversation. Sunmarke recently organised a session with Lachlan Kitchen, RJ at Luv 107.1 UAE and Deputy Programme Director Talk 100.3 FM where Year 12 student Ibraheem engaged the popular radio personality in a chat that covered topics like finding your voice on radio and public speaking tips. Don’t miss the highlights below!
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JINS Presents the Summer Reading List
Nothing quite lights up your child’s imagination like a good book. Let your little ones discover a fantasy world with charming characters and interesting plotlines with books that spark curiosity and fire up their creativity. JINS has come up with a list of age-wise titles for summer reading curated by experts that your child is sure to love! Click below to check out the recommendations.
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AI Heart Test Offers Hope for Earlier, Smarter Diagnosis
Contributed by Asna,
Year 12, Sunmarke School
An innovative 10-minute test powered by AI could transform early detection of cardiovascular disease before symptoms even appear. Developed in Germany and tested in the UK, the Cardisio scan uses five electrodes to map the heart’s rhythm in 3D, providing green, amber or red scores. Early results show 80% positive and 90.4% negative predictive accuracy. As clinical trials expand, this breakthrough could help GPs make quicker, more precise decisions thereby freeing up hospitals for those who need them most. Click here to read the full article.
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The Thailand-Cambodia Clash and Ceasefire. What Exactly Happened?
2025 has seen far too many conflicts flaring up in different parts of the world - be it military or economically. Recently, Cambodia and Thailand, two South East Asian nations with a joint border and complicated history clashed, raising tensions in an area known more for tourism than geo-political tensions. Thankfully, a ceasefire has been reached for now but if you want to know the root cause of the violence, click here.
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What is ‘Climateflation’ and Why Is it Dangerous?
Climate change impacts our lives in more ways than one. It’s not just about rising temperatures, wildfires and floods, it will also affect prices of essential items like food - leading to the term ‘climateflation’. A shocking new report talks about how extreme weather is a direct threat to food production and supply chain disruptions. The result: food prices could go up tremendously pushing more people into poverty. Don’t miss this very important story!
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Are You Ready for Dubai’s Mallathon?
Give your gym routine a break and head to the mall for a run! A new fitness initiative by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan will see the city’s top malls turn into walking and jogging tracks till the end of August, encouraging Dubaiites to remain active even during the summer months. These are the malls that have been selected for the programme. And if you fancy a jog, register for free by clicking this link.
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How to Minimise Overseas Charges on UAE Credit and Debit Cards
Your next trip abroad could weigh a little more on your pocket. The reason: from September 22, UAE banks will increase foreign transaction fees to 3.14% from 2.09% on all purchases and cash withdrawals if you are using a card issued by a UAE bank. This could inflate your travel budget if you are not aware of the rules and fully prepared. But don’t worry, there are some smart ways to avoid paying more. Here’s how you do it.
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An App To Personalise Online Shopping Through AI
Shopping is always joyful but it can get painful when you don’t get what you are looking for. Whether online or offline, getting a dream outfit that fits your body and your budget is often a matter of luck. Enter Daydream, a tech startup that brings an app that uses AI to hyper-personalise your shopping. Looking for a red dress with white buttons for prom night? This app will make it happen. Find out how.
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Review: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Samsung’s thinnest, lightest Fold yet nails the design, feeling like a regular phone when closed and a powerful tablet when open. It's fast, great for multitasking, and packs a flagship camera. The cons: it’s expensive, fragile and lacks dust resistance. Still, it’s the best foldable phone yet so it’s pretty much worth the investment. For a detailed review of the phone, click here.
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QuickBooks
QuickBooks by Intuit is a cloud-based accounting solution for small to midsize businesses, offering automated bank reconciliation, custom invoicing, real-time reporting, and cash flow insights. It integrates with 750+ apps and features AI-powered tools like Intuit Assist for smarter financial management. Ideal for SMEs seeking scalable, automated accounting.
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Xero
Xero is a cloud-based accounting platform for small to medium businesses, offering automated bank feeds, custom invoicing, expense tracking, and inventory management. With 800+ app integrations and AI-powered reconciliation, it simplifies finances with minimal manual input. Ideal for businesses seeking a comprehensive, connected solution.
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The UAE to Host T20 Asia Cup Tournament
Cricket fans gear up! Some of the best cricketing action from around Asia will be played right here in the UAE as it prepares to host the T20 Asia Cup tournament this September. Traditional rivals India and Pakistan will face off in the group stage and this encounter is sure to be hyped up because of the tensions between the two countries. For the full schedule and key matches, click this link.
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The Best Films to Watch this August
Hollywood has been hit by a spate of sequels, reboots and remakes but August appears to be an interesting month for the movies. From Cannes winner Souleymane’s Story to Liam Neeson’s The Naked Gun, there is a wide variety of films up for release but our bet is on Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis’ sequel to their 2003 super hit Freaky Friday. If you love that movie as much as we do, then Freakier Friday should be a real fun watch. Book your tickets for these films now!
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Dealing with Toxic Positivity
We are always told to be positive (which we should!) but too much positivity without a reality check or completely negating your emotions can turn it toxic! What you need to understand is that sometimes, it’s okay not to look on the bright side; that’s totally human. Click here for practical tips on how to ditch the fake sunshine and support authentically.
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