Emirates Skywards is changing its Miles expiry rules – here’s what UAE travellers need to know
Dubai: Emirates has revised the way it calculates the expiry of Skywards Miles from next year, replacing its current birth-month-based system with a simpler three-year validity period linked to when the Miles were earned. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & BalancesUnder the new po»»»
No Plans for US Tanker Aircraft to Return to Bulgaria, Defence Minister Says
There are currently no stated plans for US tanker aircraft to return to Bulgaria, Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov told journalists on Tuesday after a meeting of the parliamentary Defence Committee. "At present, we have a document stating that the aircraft are leaving the country," he said. The au»»»
Union of Democratic Forces Rules Out Support for Andrey Gurov Even If GERB Backs Him
The Union of Democratic Forces (UDF) will not support Andrey Gurov even if GERB backs him, UDF Chair Iliya Lazarov said in a statement to the media on Tuesday. “If GERB nominates a presidential candidate, we will support that candidate. We will not nominate our own presidential ticket, and we are n»»»
WNG 2026: Free master classes to be held at Nomadic Civilization Center - | 24.KG
From September 1 to 6, the Kurmanjan Datka Center of Nomadic Civilization will host a cultural and scientific program as part of the VI World Nomad Games. The World Nomad Games media headquarters reported. The main event will be the exhibition «Uulu Toolor Bayany,» featuring painting, sculpture and»»»
National Asset Recovery and Protection Office: top 3 candidates
Hungary’s new National Asset Recovery and Asset Protection Office (NVVH) is tasked with protecting public assets, investigating suspected misuse of state property and helping recover unlawfully acquired public wealth. The relevant legistlation establishing the new body was accepted by the Parliamen»»»
Belarus Considers It 'Honor to Cooperate With Russia,' Lukashenko Says
MINSK (Sputnik) - Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said on Tuesday that Belarus considers it an honor to cooperate with Russia and will continue such ties. "Unlike all other countries, which are naturally friends of Russia but don't want to publicly voice anything, we don't shy away from a»»»
Deployment of NATO Contingents in Ukraine Unacceptable for Russia - Kremlin
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The deployment of NATO contingents in Ukraine is unacceptable for Russia, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday. "This is a very important issue and a very important topic. This is not the first time that there has been talk of the intention to deploy military contingen»»»
Shura Council speaker meets Kyrgyz, Romanian ambassadors
DOHA: Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim met on Tuesday with Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to the State of Qatar HE Aibek Toktobolotov and Ambassador of Romania to the State of Qatar HE Daniel Tanase, separately. During the two meetings, relations between the State of»»»
7 questions to ask before you choose an upskilling programme
A qualification is no longer something you earn once and rely on for the rest of your career. Today’s professionals are expected to keep learning as industries evolve and job roles change. From Executive MBAs to industry certifications and specialised diplomas, every programme promises to boost you»»»
The SMARTA Podcast marks 100th episode milestone and Sonia Marta launches new services
The SMARTA Podcast, hosted by 18-year-old author and youth leadership advocate Sonia Marta, reaches a major milestone with the release of its 100th episode, marking more than 800 days of conversations, ideas, and stories dedicated to the next generation. To celebrate this landmark, Episode 100 adop»»»
Interior Minister Demerdzhiev Says Personnel Changes within Ministry to Continue
Interior Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev said on Tuesday that personnel changes within the Interior Ministry will continue. "I hope they will be completed soon, because I would like police officers to be able to do their jobs without unnecessary pressure. But before that can happen, we need to complete t»»»
MoCI reinforces auditing profession standards and requirements through regulations
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Commerce and Industry HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al-Thani issued on Tuesday Ministerial Decision No. 56 of 2026 on the Executive Regulations of the Law Regulating the Auditing Profession, reinforcing the organization of the profession and advancing its practices »»»
Armenian police arrest opposition leader, son on graft charges
Armenian police have arrested the leader of the country's second-largest opposition party and his son on corruption charges, alleging the former bought state property illegally while in office, authorities said Tuesday. Robert Kocharyan was Armenia's president between 1998 and 2008. Get updated fas»»»
Nine killed, eight injured in collision on Egypt’s Dabaa road in Matrouh
Dubai: Nine people were killed and eight others injured on Tuesday when a minibus collided with a vehicle carrying workers on a road in Egypt’s Matrouh governorate, local media reported. The collision occurred on an extension of the Dabaa Corridor in the Al Deek area, on the carriageway heading tow»»»
UAE credit reports now include micro-loans such as CashNow
Dubai: Micro-loans are now being reflected in UAE credit reports, expanding the financial commitments that banks and other authorised lenders can see when assessing a consumer’s credit position. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Etihad Credit Bureau»»»
Ukraine: Syria’s removal from terrorism list to boost economic progress
Kyiv, Aug. 25 (SANA) Ukraine welcomed the U.S. decision to remove Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism after nearly five decades, saying the move would support the country’s economic recovery and development. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said in a post on X that Ukraine ha»»»
UAE debt market hits $320bn as dollar issuance surges 40%: Fitch
RIYADH: The UAE’s debt capital market grew 3 percent year on year to about $320 billion outstanding at the end of the first half of 2026, while US dollar debt issuance reached $24 billion, according to Fitch Ratings. US dollar issuance during the six-month period was 40 percent higher than in the s»»»
Tom Cruise, watch out! Sydney Sweeney pulls off daring plane stunt
Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney has taken her love for adrenaline to new heights with a daring wing-walking stunt that had fans wondering if Tom Cruise has found some competition. The 28-year-old Euphoria star shared a video on Instagram showing herself strapped to the top of a flying biplane, wea»»»
Sanjeev Mansotra Foundation empowers Tanzanian youth with state-of-art schools in Dodoma
The Sanjeev Mansotra Foundation has completed two schools in Dodoma and officially handed them to the City Council, giving hundreds of young people greater access to quality education. The schools, equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms and world-class science laboratories, now offer dedicated f»»»
Education Committee in Parliament Reviews University Fee, Scholarship Changes
A bill amending the Higher Education Act was considered at first reading by the National Assembly Committee on Education and Science on Tuesday. The Council of Ministers submitted the bill on August 10. The extraordinary sitting was attended by Minister of Education and Science Georgi Valchev, Depu»»»
Kyustendil Prosecutor Ivaylo Iliev Nominated for SJC
Ivaylo Iliev, a prosecutor at the Kyustendil District Prosecution Office, has been nominated for election to Bulgaria’s Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) representing the prosecutors’ quota, the SJC said. Iliev began his career as an investigator in Kyustendil in 2004 and became a prosecutor in 2010. »»»
Israeli forces begin destruction of UNRWA campus in East Jerusalem
DUBAI: Israeli forces began demolition of UNRWA Kalandia Training Centre premises in East Jerusalem with armored vehicles on Tuesday morning. “At least four armoured vehicles entered the premises, accompanied by more than 50 Israeli security personnel,” UNRWA told Arab News. “UNRWA condemns today's»»»
Etihad Rail: Sharjah shifts traffic flow near University Bridge until October 5
Dubai: Sharjah's Roads and Transport Authority has partially reopened one of the emirate's busy University City routes, even as a fresh round of traffic diversions tied to the Etihad Rail project gets underway just a few kilometres away. Drivers travelling between University City and the Institutes»»»
Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ to strangle Iran’s economy: But first he must take on China
Dubai: Donald Trump has declared an “economic D-Day” designed to choke off Iran’s remaining financial lifelines. Less than 24 hours later, however, the biggest obstacle to his new strategy is becoming clear: China. Iran says its current oil exports have collapsed under the US blockade, but China re»»»
Can new US sanctions cripple Iran's shadow economy?
BusinessIranCan new US sanctions cripple Iran's shadow economy?Amir SoltanzadehThe US is expanding sanctions on Iran's financial networks, targeting crypto, gold, aviation and shipping. Analysts say the measures may fuel inflation and strengthen informal markets without changing Tehran's behavior. »»»
