Sports News from Wednesday, May 14th, 2025

ILT20 Season 4 to commence on UAE National Day

Season 4 of the DP World International League T20 will kick off on Tuesday, December 2, coinciding with the UAE’s National Day (Eid Al Etihad) celebrations.
Robert Whittaker to face Reinier de Ridder at Abu Dhabi UFC Fight Night

Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is set to face rising contender Reinier de Ridder at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi's Yas Island on Saturday, July 26.
Forest's Awoniyi in induced coma after surgery, British media reports

Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi is in an induced coma after undergoing surgery on a serious abdominal injury, according to British media reports.

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UAE, US Presidents focus on boosting ties in 'future-focused industries'
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has highlighted continued efforts in "driving investments in future-focused industries such as AI and advanced technology" following talks with Donald Trump.
UAE-US AI campus unveiled in Abu Dhabi during Trump visit
The UAE and US unveiled the first phase of a 5GW AI Campus in Abu Dhabi during President Donald Trump's visit, deepening bilateral cooperation in AI and digital infrastructure.
UAE honours Donald Trump with 'Order of Zayed'
US President Donald Trump has been awarded the 'Order of Zayed', the UAE’s highest civilian honour.