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Wizz Air has officially ceased operations from its Abu Dhabi hub as of September 1, citing geopolitical challenges and operational constraints. The move impacts budget travellers across the region, but several low-cost carriers—including Air Arabia, flydubai, and flynas—are stepping in with expanded routes. Affordable travel options in the UAE remain strong, with new routes and alternatives now available.
Britain's Green Party elected a self-styled "eco-populist" as its new leader on Tuesday, as it seeks to gain traction by exploiting dissatisfaction with the Labour government among left-wing voters. Chowns and Ramsay said the party needed to appeal to a wide audience but Polanski's election means the Greens will shift further to the left, where they will find competition from former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.
EU foreign ministers convened in Copenhagen to brainstorm further support for Ukraine, considering secondary sanctions targeting Russia's trading partners. Discussions included establishing Ukrainian arms production within the EU, potentially in Denmark, and exploring options for utilizing frozen Russian assets.
An Indian blogger, Yogesh Alekari, on a global motorbike tour, criticized British police after his bike was stolen in Nottingham. The theft occurred in a paid parking area at Wollaton Park, with his passport and belongings onboard.
NRIs living in the UAE must reissue their Indian passport to update outdated addresses or include their UAE residence. The process, handled through BLS International, requires specific documents, in-person verification, and adherence to official guidelines. Whether updating based on personal residence, a spouse or parent, or adding a UAE address, applicants must follow the step-by-step process to ensure compliance.
President Trump signed an executive order granting tariff exemptions to trading partners who reach agreements on industrial exports, including metals, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. This move aims to reshape global trade, reduce deficits, and encourage concessions from partner nations. The exemptions, effective Monday, cover goods not sufficiently produced in the U.S. and align with existing agreements, potentially impacting countries like Switzerland.
A man intentionally ploughed his car into a crowd outside a wine bar in northern France after an altercation early Saturday, killing one person and injuring five others, two of them critically, prosecutors told AFP. 00 am Saturday (0200 GMT). Five people were injured, and two of them are in critical condition.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order to resist President Trump's planned immigration enforcement surge, prohibiting police assistance in federal operations. Johnson accused Trump of political retribution and undermining democracy. Trump criticized Chicago's crime rate and Governor Pritzker's response, while the White House called Johnson's order a publicity stunt.