France will not support Infantino in FIFA election: federation chief
Paris, France: France will not support the candidacy of Gianni Infantino, who is running for a new term as FIFA president in March 2027, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced on Thursday. The FFF is aligning itself with the position of other European federations such as Belgium, Italy, Sco»»»
China, US Discussing Framework Deal on Mutual Tariff Cuts - Commerce Ministry
BEIJING (Sputnik) - China and the United States are discussing a framework agreement that would reduce tariffs on $30 billion worth of goods on each side, Huang Ling, a spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, said on Thursday. "The trade and economic teams of China and the US are faithfu»»»
Constitutional Council suspends general amnesty law
The Constitutional Council on Thursday issued a decision suspending the effect of the general amnesty law that was recently approved by parliament, after an appeal was filed against the law by the Free Patriotic Movement-led Strong Lebanon bloc. The law will remain suspended until the council issue»»»
111 threat alerts. 17 missile strikes. Zero deaths. How Dubai airport bounced back.
Paul Griffiths says DXB traffic rebounded sharply after an period of disruption Dubai: Dubai Airports withstood 111 threat alerts and 17 missile strikes during the regional conflict this year, with most causing minimal damage and all those injured now fully recovered, its CEO Paul Griffiths said du»»»
Dubai Airports cuts 2026 passenger forecast to 70 million after airspace disruption
Dubai, Sept. 10 (SANA) Dubai Airports expects passenger traffic to reach 70 million by the end of 2026, sharply below an earlier forecast of 100 million after nearly two months of travel disruption caused by the war between the United States and Iran and the closure of Gulf airspace. Dubai Airports»»»
Kamchybek Tashiev’s defense plans to appeal Bishkek City Court ruling - | 24.KG
The defense of former State Committee for National Security Chairman Kamchybek Tashiev plans to appeal the Bishkek City Court’s ruling in the «Letter of 75» case. His lawyer, Ikramidin Aitkulov, told journalists. According to him, the court’s decision is illegal and unfounded. «Well, honestly, it i»»»
Foreigner detained at Osh airport on suspicion of cigarette smuggling - | 24.KG
A foreign national identified as R.I.A. was detained at Osh International Airport on suspicion of smuggling a large shipment of Esse Change cigarettes, the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported. The special operation was carried out on September 6 jointly with officers of the State »»»
Macut opens WADA executive committee meeting in Belgrade
BELGRADE - Serbia's caretaker PM Djuro Macut opened a World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Executive Committee meeting at the Palace of Serbia in Belgrade on Thursday. Macut noted that hosting the important gathering in Belgrade was a major recognition for the country and its sports system. He said it w»»»
German expats in UAE hail thriving lives, stronger UAE-Germany ties after President’s Berlin visit
Two homes, one bond: expats in fields from HR to horse and camel coaching reflect on ties Dubai: From building thriving businesses to raising families in a new culture, German expats in the UAE say the country has given them far more than they expected when they first arrived. This week, as UAE Pre»»»
Bull gets stuck atop 60-foot water tank — but how did it get there?
Animal spends nearly 2 days stranded above Indian village before rescuers bring in a crane Villagers looked up — and saw something they probably never expected to find on top of their water tank. A bull. The animal had somehow made its way onto a water tank about 60 feet above the ground in a villa»»»
Dubai's KHDA unveils roadmap to prepare students for the jobs of tomorrow
Standards will strengthen academic and career guidance from the early years to graduation Dubai: Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has launched a new framework to prepare students for future learning, work, and life as technology, artificial intelligence, and the world of emp»»»
Dubai JVC District 16 to introduce paid parking: What residents need to know
Hourly paid parking to start in JVC District 16 from October 15 Dubai: Residents and visitors in Dubai’s Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) District 16 will have to pay for on-street parking from October 15, with parking services in the area operated by Parkonic. Parking will be charged by the hour, or »»»
Dubai World Central’s second runway to open by end of 2027
Second runway marks the next step in DWC’s expansion towards 150 million passengers Dubai: Dubai World Central’s second runway is expected to open by the end of 2027, marking the next major step in the expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques»»»
Letter of 75: Court reclassifies charges, imposes two-year probation - | 24.KG
The Bishkek City Court has issued a ruling in the «Letter of 75» case. Journalists were not allowed into the courtroom to hear the verdict, although it had previously been announced that media representatives would be granted access. According to lawyer Latypbek Nuralimov, who spoke after the heari»»»
NBS keeps key policy rate at 5.75 pct
BELGRADE - The National Bank of Serbia (NBS) Executive Board decided on Thursday to keep the key policy rate at 5.75 pct, and also kept the deposit facility and lending facility rates unchanged at 4.5 pct and 7.0 pct, respectively, the NBS said in a statement. "In making this decision, the Executiv»»»
BRICS Summit 2026: Xi, Putin and Pezeshkian head to India as Iran, Ukraine wars test unity
Iran and Ukraine wars loom large as expanded 11-member bloc struggles to bridge divisions Dubai: India will host some of the world’s most powerful leaders this weekend as Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian converge on New Delhi for»»»
Continue the Change Seeks Parliamentary Hearing of BNT, CEM Heads over Georgi Angelov's Removal from Air
Continue the Change (CC) submitted a request for a parliamentary hearing of Bulgarian National Television (BNT) Director General Milena Milotinova and Council for Electronic Media (CEM) Chair Gabriela Naplatanova over the removal of long-serving journalist and TV anchor Georgi Angelov from its prog»»»
Tax Star reports strong rise in e-invoicing enquiries as UAE businesses race to beat 30 October deadline
UAE firms rush to appoint accredited providers ahead e-invoicing mandate Ministry of Finance Approved Accredited Service Provider Tax Star has reported a strong rise in enquiries and sign-ups from businesses looking to get ahead of the UAE's e-invoicing deadline, reflecting growing awareness of the»»»
New Rest Points opened in Talas and at Manas Ordo complex - | 24.KG
New Rest Points for tourists were opened today in Talas and on the grounds of Manas Ordo national complex. The opening ceremony was attended by Director of the State Tourism Development Agency Eduard Kubatov. The new Rest Point centers are designed to provide tourists and travelers with a place to »»»
DSB Urges Media Regulator to Look into Removal of Journalist Georgi Angelov by Public Boadcaster, Refers Case to EC
Democrats for Strong Bulgaria (DSB) party has notified the European Commission (EC) and the European Council (EUCO) and is awaiting an explanation from the Bulgarian National Television (BNT) over journalist Georgi Angelov’s removal from the air, the party’s press office said. DSB’s national leader»»»
Electing Supreme Judicial Council Is Exceptionally Important for Bulgaria's Development in All Areas - PM Radev
The election of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) is exceptionally important for Bulgaria’s development in all areas, Prime Minister Rumen Radev told reporters in Paris on Thursday. He is in the French capital at the invitation of President Emmanuel Macron to participate in the International Space»»»
Fadlallah: We will not allow this occupation to remain on our land
MP Hassan Fadlallah of Hezbollah on Thursday emphasized that "the Resistance is committed to confronting the presence of the occupation using all available and feasible means and capabilities.” “The enemy is currently attempting to impose a new equation to make the cost of liberation hefty and high»»»
'Lebanese official' to Israeli daily: This is the last chance for peace
Israel’s Yedioth Ahronoth daily on Wednesday quoted a senior Lebanese official as telling it that Lebanon may be facing its “last chance” to achieve peace with Israel, urging the Israelis to give the Lebanese government time and political space to weaken Hezbollah and warning that continued Israeli»»»
Inside the UAE ‘flying ICU’ transporting critically ill patients worldwide
Medical jet has flown across 20 countries, carrying patients needing intensive care A UAE-based aeromedical service has completed nearly 1,000 flying hours across 20 countries and five continents in its first five months of operation, transporting critically ill patients who require specialised car»»»
6 reasons why it’s worth investing in an Executive MBA
Attend Gulf News LevelUP to find out how an Executive MBA can boost your career and salary Is experience alone enough to reach the C-suite? For many mid-career professionals, the answer is often no. While years of experience build technical expertise, senior leadership demands a broader understandi»»»