Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, held two key meetings in Dubai. He first met with local dignitaries, investors, and officials to discuss the UAE's economic growth. Later, he convened with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister, to address national development priorities.
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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.
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Kuwait implements new rules for vehicle colour changes. Motorists need permission before repainting their cars. Approved workshops must handle the job. A final inspection updates the registration. Violators face fines up to 500 Kuwaiti Dinars. The rules align with international standards. They also prevent illegal modifications. These measures enhance road safety governance in Kuwait.
President Trump was spotted on the White House roof, accompanied by architect James McCrery, inspecting potential construction sites. Joking about installing "nuclear missiles," Trump highlighted his personal funding for projects. He also mentioned exploring ways to spend his money for the country.
Donald Trump has reinstated the Presidential Fitness Test, aiming to boost youth fitness nationwide. This initiative reverses Obama-era policies that prioritized overall wellness over performance metrics. The revived program includes push-ups, sit-ups, and mile runs, with the goal of fostering a stronger, healthier generation. Critics, however, worry about potential pressure on struggling students and funding challenges for schools.
Lorenzo Tangira has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 13 years and nine months for the fatal beating of Ramandeep Singh, an Indian-origin security guard, in Auckland in 2023. The unprovoked and brutal attack, during which Singh was kicked and stomped, resulted in severe injuries and his tragic death.
Following Nikhil Ravishankar's appointment as Air New Zealand's CEO, media outlets in New Zealand disabled social media comments due to a surge of racist remarks targeting his Indian ethnicity. News organizations like New Zealand Herald, Radio New Zealand, and 1News cited their inability to moderate the hateful content as the reason for shutting down comments.
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.
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