Former Olympic gold medallist Michael Johnson says athletics is in “crisis”. The American, who holds the world record in the 400 meters, spoke exclusively to ARN at the Emirates Airlines Dubai Rugby 7’s. He says his sport is in a critical period.
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India beat England in thriller to reach T20 World Cup final
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EFL Championship playoffs expanded to six teams
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UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a phone call from Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., during which they discussed the situation in the region amid ongoing military escalation.
Dubai Humanitarian says it remains fully prepared to adapt and scale its support in response to the needs of its member organisations and partners.
The UAE air defences said it has intercepted 9 ballistic missiles detected in the region on Friday. Of the 112 drones detected, 109 were intercepted with 3 falling within the country's territory.
