Dubai property incentives explained: Golden Visa, Flexi Rent, Taskeen and first-time buyer support
Dubai: Residents looking to buy their first home, manage rental payments or secure residency through property now have a wider set of options in Dubai, with industry executives pointing to the First-Time Home Buyer Programme, Flexi Rent and changes to property-linked residency as key measures affec»»»
Government centres complete over 42,000 services in July
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s Government Service Centers achieved a major performance milestone in July 2026, delivering a total of 42,227 services to citizens and residents, noted the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau (CGB) on X platform, yesterday. The achievements, tracked and monitored by »»»
Cristiano Ronaldo may travel to Uzbekistan - | 24.KG
Portuguese football player Cristiano Ronaldo may travel to Tashkent, media reports say. The possibility emerged following the draw in Kuala Lumpur, where Uzbekistan’s Pakhtakor was drawn to play a home match against Saudi Arabia’s Al-Nassr. The AFC Champions League Elite is the main club competitio»»»
'Grenada seeking deeper cooperation with Qatar in education, economic development'
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister of Grenada H E Dickon Mitchell affirmed the strength of relations between his country and Qatar, describing them as very good and continually improving. In an exclusive interview with QNA yesterday, the Prime Minister of Grenada said his official visit to Qatar provided »»»
Katara Art Centre launches new season with two art exhibitions in September
Doha, Qatar: Katara Art Centre announced the launch of its new season with two art exhibitions on September 2, which will continue until October 7 at the headquarters of the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara). The new season includes two exhibitions: the first is a group exhibition titled “Fractu»»»
Dreama signs financing agreement with DAAM to support orphan care programmes
Doha, Qatar: The Orphan Care Center (Dreama) has signed a financing agreement with the Social and Sports Contribution Fund (DAAM) to bolster care programmes and services provided to children under its care and to foster families. The agreement, announced by Dreama on its social media accounts yeste»»»
Car catches fire in middle of road in Bishkek - | 24.KG
A car caught fire in the middle of a road in Bishkek. According to an eyewitness, the incident occurred at the intersection of Toktogul and Chingiz Aitmatov Streets. Video footage shows the fire broke out in a Volkswagen Golf 2. Details of the incident are being clarified.»»»
Bishkek power grid workers receive new specialized vehicles - | 24.KG
As part of the Ministry of Energy’s efforts to modernize the energy sector and strengthen the technical resources of the power grid, the Bishkek Electric Grid enterprise, a branch of the National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan OJSC, has received six new specialized vehicles. The vehicles have been »»»
HBKU welcomes 891 new students, reinforces research focus
Doha, Qatar: Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a member of Qatar Foundation, welcomed its newest cohort of students at the Hayakom Student Orientation 2026–2027 yesterday, marking the beginning of their academic journey at a research intensive, multidisciplinary university focused on education, »»»
The Philippines taught Vietnam how to build economic zones. Now, Vietnam is building what the world buys
For nearly three decades, a homegrown veteran of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has watched the country’s industrial ambitions evolve — and watched a former student in the region race ahead. The Philippines helped Vietnam learn from its experience in economic-zone development in the »»»
Qatar pushes for ceasefire, Hormuz opening and talks
Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokes person for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari has said that Gulf coordination continues at various levels to deal with the potential repercussions of the crisis and to work jointly to prevent the return of »»»
US, South Korea cut drills short after Trump criticism
SEOUL: Annual war games between South Korea and the United States will end around a week earlier than planned, both countries said on Wednesday, after US President Donald Trump ordered the “inappropriate and hostile” drills scaled back. Trump said on Sunday that he had told the Pentagon to curtail »»»
Trump pauses 50% tariffs on Canadian goods for three days
Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump paused the planned rollout of new tariffs on Canadian goods late Tuesday, as both sides indicated they were close to a broader trade agreement after weeks of talks. Trump announced the three-day reprieve from 50-percent duties on select goods mer»»»
Three foreign nationals detained in Osh region for illegal border crossing - | 24.KG
Three foreign nationals have been detained in Kara-Suu district, Osh region, on suspicion of illegally crossing Kyrgyzstan’s state border, the Internal Affairs Department of Osh region reported. According to police, officers from the department for combating extremism and illegal migration received»»»
Land degradation and drought cost global economy nearly $900 billion - | 24.KG
Land degradation and drought are already affecting up to 40 percent of the world’s land and cost the global economy nearly $900 billion every year, the United Nations reported. The organization says that around 3.2 billion people are affected by the consequences. Experts estimate that $355 billion »»»
Attacks on aid workers hit record high in 2025, UN says
GENEVA: A record number of humanitarian workers were attacked last year, driven partly by increased use of armed drones, the United Nations said on Wednesday, calling the trend “appalling.” Some 907 aid workers were killed, injured or kidnapped in 2025 versus 833 the year before, according to the A»»»
Dubai gold price today falls to Dh522.50 for 24K, down Dh8.25 from Monday
Dubai: Dubai gold prices moved lower on Wednesday morning, extending their retreat from the start of the week and bringing local rates down from some of the highest levels recorded so far this month. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & BalancesThe 24-karat variety was priced at Dh5»»»
Preparations underway for opening of Akylman Presidential Lyceum in Talas - | 24.KG
Minister of Education of Kyrgyzstan Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva inspected the preparatory work for the opening of a branch of the Akylman Presidential Lyceum in Talas. According to the ministry’s press service, teachers will be selected through a competitive process, with particular attention to the qual»»»
US, South Korea to Shorten Duration of Joint Exercises - Reports
South Korea and the United States have decided to shorten the duration of the ongoing Ulchi Freedom Shield (UFS) joint military exercises from 11 to five days at the suggestion of the US side, and to halve the number of field training sessions, the KBS broadcaster reported citing South Korea's Join»»»
Trump Announces US-Canada Trade Deal in Coming Days
US President Donald Trump announced that the United States would not impose 50 percent import tariffs on Canada for now, and that a trade deal was expected in the coming days. "I have paused the 50% Tariffs against Canada, that were scheduled to kick in tomorrow morning for a three day period, base»»»
Japan Wants to Develop Hypersonic Missiles, Unmanned Submarines, Attack Drones - Reports
The Japanese Defense Ministry plans to begin developing submarine-launched hypersonic missiles, low-cost attack drones, and explore the possibility of equipping submarines with long-range missile launchers, the Kyodo News Agency reported. The agency disclosed the Japanese Defense Ministry's plans i»»»
Flying from the UAE today? Check these Emirates, Etihad and Air Arabia updates
Dubai: Flying from the UAE today? Airlines including Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai are continuing to operate selected regional services, but cancellations and delays remain on some routes as the latest escalation in the US-Iran conflict keeps pressure on Gulf aviation. Emirates has canc»»»
71,000 new homes are coming to Abu Dhabi by 2030, with 2028 set for the biggest wave
Dubai: Six Abu Dhabi districts will drive 77% of projected incremental residential supply through 2030, concentrating the emirate’s next wave of development in Al Saadiyat Island, Al Reem Island, Yas Island, Zayed City, Khalifa City and Al Hudayriyat Island, according to the latest market data from»»»
Construction of two-kilometer Ak-Terek canal tunnel nears completion in Aksy - | 24.KG
Construction of a two-kilometer tunnel for Ak-Terek canal is nearing completion in Aksy district, Jalal-Abad region. Workers have about 60 meters left to excavate, the Cabinet of Ministers’ press service reported. According to the statement, the facility was inspected by Presidential Special Repres»»»
Trump announces 3-day pause on Canada tariffs as deadline neared - UPI.com
President Donald Trump meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in the White House in October. The two countries are negotiating tariffs on a deadline. File Photo by Shawn Thew/UPI | License Photo Aug. 18 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump late Tuesday announced a three-day pause on imposing 50%»»»
US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug 19, 2026)
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday (Aug. 19, 2026) said it detected missiles launched from Iran and has suspended trade and financial transactions with Tehran as tensions escalate in the Strait of Hormuz. UAE authorities reported that the missiles appeared aimed at maritime navigation rout»»»
Hormuz traffic slows as uncertainty over waterway persists
SINGAPORE: Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed, data showed on Wednesday, as most shipowners avoided the key waterway because of a lack of clear signaling on its reopening from a blockade during the Iran war.Six commodity vessels crossed the strait on Tuesday, Kpler data showed by 0258 GMT»»»
Missing climbers in Kyrgyzstan: Volunteers prepare to retrieve bodies - | 24.KG
The active phase of the search for the three missing mountaineers has ended, the search headquarters reported. According to the headquarters, flights have also been suspended, the camp has been dismantled, and equipment has been brought down. The headquarters is now working out the next stage and p»»»
Council of Ministers to Discuss Preparations for Presidential Elections, Budget Execution
The Council of Ministers will discuss a draft decision on preparations for and the holding of the presidential and vice-presidential elections scheduled for October 25. The agenda also includes a report on the cash execution of the state budget and the main indicators of the consolidated fiscal pro»»»
Cabinet changes procedure for calculating CMTPLI payments for injury or death - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has amended the procedure for calculating compulsory motor third-party liability insurance (CMTPLI) payments for harm caused to the life and health of victims. The relevant Resolution No. 554 was adopted on August 17, 2026, the Financial Market Regulation and »»»
Bishkek City Hall to close shopping centers, markets on August 31 - September 1 - | 24.KG
A number of shopping centers and markets in Bishkek will be closed on August 31 and September 1. The Bishkek City Hall made this decision at a meeting of the Coordination Commission on August 18. It is noted that this is due to issues of ensuring public safety and the city’s preparation for hosting»»»
Kuwait issues major amendments to Nationality Law, introducing candidacy restrictions for naturalised citizens
Dubai: People who acquire Kuwaiti citizenship through naturalisation would not be entitled to vote, stand for parliamentary election or be appointed to any parliamentary body under amendments to the country’s Nationality Law approved by the Cabinet. The Cabinet approved a draft decree-law amending »»»
DR Congo Ebola outbreak 'far from being under control', poses 'high risk' of spread: WHO chief
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is moving faster than any previous epidemic of the disease and risks spreading to more countries, the head of the World Health Organisation (WHO) warned Tuesday. "We must be frank: the epidemic is far from being under control," WHO Director-Gen»»»
Egypt under-10 aerobics champion, mother and grandmother killed in crash
Dubai: A young Egyptian aerobics and and gymnastics champion who won a national gold medal in the under-10 category was killed along with her mother and grandmother when their car overturned on the Matrouh coastal road, local media reported. Natalie Raymond, regarded as a promising young athlete, d»»»
UNCCD COP17 addresses scourge of desertification
Delegates from around the world have gathered in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, to address the scourge of desertification. The 17th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP17) is taking place from August 17 to 28. Up to 40% of the world’s land is curre»»»
Court orders arrest of driver in fatal M3 motorway bus crash
The Miskolc District Court has ordered the arrest of the driver of the Polish bus that was involved in an accident on the M3 motorway, the press office of the Miskolc Regional Court informed MTI on Tuesday. They stated that the man’s conduct, if proven, is suitable for establishing the misdemeanour»»»
To serve and protect — minister vows to clean up the ranks
The Hungarian state must regain people's trust in the lawful functioning of the state, and the Ministry of Interior must bear the lion's share of that responsibility — the interior minister declared on Tuesday in Budapest, when he announced promotions and presented decorations to police, disaster m»»»
Lázár’s pre-election bridge payout clawed back — 59 billion forints returned
An agreement has been reached between the Ministry of Transport and Investment and the contractor Duna Aszfalt, under which the contractor will reimburse the portion of the 98 percent advance payment — approved by János Lázár before the elections — that has not yet been covered by technical perform»»»
Negotiations underway to open Mamai checkpoint on Kyrgyz-Uzbek border - | 24.KG
Special Presidential Representative for Special Assignments Bakyt Torobaev reviewed the progress of Mamai international border crossing point project in Jalal-Abad region. He noted that negotiations are underway to open the checkpoint and build Kerben — Mamai road. According to him, this initiative»»»
Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Heavy delays on E11 and E311 today
Dubai: Motorists travelling from Sharjah towards Dubai are facing pockets of heavy congestion during the Wednesday morning commute, with the supplied Google Maps traffic data showing significant slowdowns on E11 and E311 as vehicles head towards Dubai. One of the clearest trouble spots is E11/Al It»»»
Nigeria kidnap victims escape 'hellfire' captivity with deep scars
Frail and malnourished children and women lay on rows of hospital beds, their bodies bearing the scars of six months of captivity deep in the Nigerian bush. The patients were among 163 kidnapping victims rescued this month in the Kainji Lake National Park forest, after their village, Woro, was atta»»»
Trump says no Iran talks planned as UAE suspends trade with Tehran
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday no talks with Iran were planned and insisted the Strait of Hormuz remained open despite reduced shipping traffic. Oman and Iran neared a deal on the waterway as a projectile struck a vessel, while the UAE said two Iranian ballistic missiles landed in or near i»»»
Eye on Africa - Jailed businessman appears accused of bribes and cartel links
In South Africa, the Madlanga Commission set up last year to unpick allegations of unlawful kickbacks, cliques and corruption in the criminal justice system continues its investigations.»»»
U.S. sanctions ICC officials amid crackdown on global tribunal - UPI.com
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, left, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shake hands during a news conference at the Prime Minister's office in Jerusalem, Israel, on February 16, 2025. Pool File Photo by Ohad Zwigenberg/UPI | License Photo Aug. 18 (UPI) -- The United States on Tuesd»»»
UAE braces for 50°C heat as more rain and blowing dust forecast
Dubai: Temperatures could reach 50°C in parts of the UAE on Wednesday, with more rain forecast over eastern and southern areas after summer showers swept parts of the country a day earlier. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecast fair to partly cloudy conditions, with convective clouds de»»»
Al-Nassr book place in King Cup Round of 16 with convincing victory over Diriyah
RIYADH: The first 180 minutes of Al-Nassr’s season have brought nothing but joy for their fans. Despite concerns over the summer that the team was not doing enough to upgrade the squad, the appointment of head coach Ange Postecoglou looks like it might prove to be a masterstroke. Al-Nassr were tech»»»
Hungary in race against clock to stabilise Danube water levels as Paks nuclear plant faces critical days
Hungary has made "huge progress" in emergency works to raise the Danube’s critically low water level at the Paks nuclear power plant with the projected sinking of two barges, Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on August 18, according to state news agency MTI. The next two days will be critical a»»»
'American Doctor' shows brutality of conflict in Gaza
Mark Perlmutter has treated patients hit by natural disaster and conflicts across 30 countries, including in his native United States. Yet, nothing prepared him for the horrors he would witness under Israeli bombardment. "Just our first week in Gaza was worse than all of my experiences combined," t»»»
New school year, new digital risks: UAE parents need to watch for scams, AI and phishing
We didn’t use AI, in our days. We were just wrong, confident and proud. Why not? Without AI, our own imagination could convince us that Enid Blyton wrote Great Expectations, until the teacher would give us a verbal rap on our knuckles and we were humbled into rewrites. (Charles Dickens wrote Great »»»
US sanctions ICC chief Tomoko Akane of Japan
The United States on Tuesday imposed sanctions against International Criminal Court (ICC) President Tomoko Akane of Japan and another senior official as part of its campaign against the body that it accuses of being "politicised." Washington also slapped sanctions on ICC Senior Trial Lawyer Abdoula»»»