Ras Al Khaimah witnessed a record-breaking 654,000 visitors in the first half of 2025, marking a 6% surge from last year, according to RAKTDA. Tourism revenues climbed by 9%, fueled by increased connectivity with new direct flights from various countries. The MICE and weddings segment experienced remarkable growth, soaring by 36%.
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Jeanine Pirro, a Fox News personality and staunch Trump loyalist, has been confirmed as the US Attorney for the District of Columbia by the Senate. The 50-45 vote cemented Trump's provisional appointment from May. Pirro, a former Westchester County district attorney, transitioned to television and is known for her outspoken commentary.
If a parent loses their job in the UAE, their children’s visas, tied to the parent’s, also risk cancellation. However, options like spouse sponsorship, visa hold (with 3-month validity), switching to visit visas, or investor visas can help maintain legal stay. Student visas may apply in rare cases. Timely action prevents fines and ensures children can continue schooling uninterrupted.
Bahrain approved nine major development projects in 2024. The projects are worth BD 156 million. These projects cover nearly 387,204 square metres. A twin-tower residential block in Capital Governorate is the largest project. Other projects include villas, schools, a bank branch, and an industrial facility. These licences reflect Bahrain’s effort to encourage balanced growth.
Low-income Americans are reducing spending due to rising prices driven by import duties, impacting essentials and discretionary items. Fast-food chains are responding with cheaper options to maintain demand. Experts warn that these price increases disproportionately affect the poorest, as companies may need to sacrifice profits to avoid unsustainable price hikes amid depleted pandemic-era savings.
Bahrain enforces a summer midday work ban from June 15 to September 15, prohibiting outdoor work between 12 noon and 4 pm. This initiative, designed to protect workers from heat-related illnesses, achieved a 99.96% compliance rate in 2025. Violators face fines and potential imprisonment, reflecting Bahrain's commitment to worker safety and international labor standards.
Donald Trump asserted that late-night hosts Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, and Jimmy Fallon lack talent and predicted their shows' cancellation. Trump referenced Colbert's program termination, attributing it to a lack of talent and anticipating similar fates for Fallon and Kimmel. He also commented on Howard Stern's declining influence after Stern supported Hillary Clinton.
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