UAE's Vice President and ruler of Dubai Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced a new tax on foreign banks in the emirate on Thursday, representing another change to the country's tax landscape.
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The Global Educational Supplies and Solutions (GESS) exhibition opened at Dubai World Trade Centre, drawing more than 7,500 educators and ed‑tech leaders. The event runs through Thursday, offering a platform for AI, inclusive education and sustainability discussions.
The heads of Bahrain’s Defense Force and Saudi Arabia’s National Guard met in Riyadh, praising their collaborative efforts. They agreed to expand joint exercises and share expertise to strengthen border security.
Shaji Kumar, the celebrated cinematographer behind Malayalam blockbusters such as Pulimurugan and Naran, died at 57 during a film shoot in Alappuzha. Colleagues and film bodies mourned his loss and recalled his contributions to the industry.
Fakhar Zaman’s quickfire 45 guided United Tigers to a nine‑wicket win against Royal Desert Champions. Abbas Afridi’s three‑wicket spell helped restrict the opponents to 81.
A 110‑metre pedestrian bridge connecting City Walk’s Coca‑Cola Arena with the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro station will open on Tuesday. The structure can move up to 10,000 people per hour and is part of a wider safety plan through 2030.
