A Myanmar junta air strike on the rebel-held ruby mining center of Mogok resulted in 13 fatalities, including a monk and civilians. The Ta'ang National Liberation Army reported 14 injuries following the morning strike on a public area. This incident occurs amidst ongoing civil war and resistance since the 2021 coup, with both sides vying for control of resource-rich areas.
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Spain introduces new short-term work permits. These permits are valid for stays under 90 days. Skilled professionals like digital nomads can apply. EU Blue Card holders and researchers are also eligible. Professionals in UAE can now work on projects in Spain easily. This simplifies access to Spain's job market for brief assignments. It offers flexibility and legal work authorization.
A United Airlines flight, en route to Munich from Washington Dulles, made an emergency landing after a left engine failure. The pilots of Flight 108 declared "Mayday" shortly after takeoff with 219 passengers and 11 crew members onboard. The aircraft safely returned to Dulles, landing approximately two and a half hours later.
Overnight Russian attacks on Kyiv, utilizing missiles and drones, resulted in at least eight fatalities, including a young boy, and 82 injuries, among them ten children. A residential building suffered significant damage, trapping residents. Simultaneously, Russia claims control of Chasiv Yar, a strategic city in Donetsk, a claim Ukraine disputes.
Oman has broadened its Omanisation policy, adding engineering, IT, quality control, and technical roles to the list of professions restricted to non-Omani workers. The changes, effective immediately for some positions and phased in until 2027 for others, aim to prioritize employment for Omani nationals. This initiative impacts over 30 professions across various sectors, requiring employers to adjust their workforce strategies.
Bahrain Airport saw strong passenger traffic in the first half of 2025, exceeding 4.46 million, with balanced arrivals and departures. While transit numbers dipped after Q1, flight movements and overflights remained high. The airport handled over 192,000 tonnes of cargo, showcasing Bahrain's key role as a regional aviation hub, with Civil Aviation Affairs overseeing all operations.
In 2024, the GCC's economy grew steadily, with real GDP rising 3.3% in Q4 and 2.4% over the year, driven by non-oil sectors like manufacturing and trade. Nominal GDP rose 1.5%, reflecting lower oil prices. Non-oil activities now dominate both real and nominal GDP, signaling a clear shift away from oil dependence through structural reforms and investment.
Sheikh Hamdan, the Crown Prince of Dubai, recently shared heartwarming images of his newborn daughter, Hind, on Instagram. Born on March 22, 2025, Hind is his fourth child and is named after his mother, Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum. The touching photos, showing the infant clasping her father's finger and being cradled in his arms, quickly went viral.
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will inaugurate a new exit from Financial Centre Street to Ras Al Khor Road by early August 2025. This initiative as a part of RTA’s Rapid Traffic Solutions Plan, aims to slash peak-hour travel time by 54%, reducing commutes from 13 minutes to just 6.