Muscat: Oman has jumped four places to 56th in the Henley Passport Index in the first half of 2025, based on several destinations including China and Russia, recently announcing visa exemption for Omanis, according to an official data from International Air Transport Association (IATA). Oman was ranked 60th in the 2024 rankings when its citizens…
The Bangladeshi passport has climbed up a spot in the latest passport rankings unveiled by Henley and Partners. According to the 2025 mid-year standings, the country’s passport now ranks 94th compared to 97th in 2024. In fact, the document has continued to steadily inch its way upwards from the 108th spot it held in 2021…
Dubai: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier, has announced a new short-term promotion, offering travellers the chance to save big on their upcoming journeys with exclusive one-way fares starting from as low as Dh149. This limited-time offer is valid for bookings made between July 28 and August 3,…
Dubai: Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal has announced a significant seat sale in celebration of reaching a new milestone: flying one million passengers in a single month for the first time in July. A four-day promotion has been launched, making 500,000 seats available with fares starting from SAR 49 (Dh47.9). The airline has launched similar promotions…
Dubai: UAE residents and visitors can enjoy a new culinary highlight this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), with Dh10 meals being offered at hundreds of outlets across the city throughout August. Launching for the first time as a summer edition, the “DSS 10 Dirham Dish” campaign will run from August 1 to 31, giving residents…
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has fined 40 domestic worker recruitment offices in the UAE in the first half of 2025 after confirming 140 violations committed by them. Administrative and financial legal measures were also taken against these companies after they were found violating labour laws concerning domestic workers. Also Read: Over…
Near Field Communication (NFC) payments are everywhere — tap your phone or card, and you’re done. No cash? No problem. Things like Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay and contactless credit/debit cards make payments a breeze. But how safe is this tech that feels like sci-fi in your wallet? The good news: NFC is generally…
Dubai: If you’re a UAE resident planning a trip to the US, here’s a key update. Starting September 2, 2025, most applicants for US non-immigrant visas—including children under 14 and adults over 79—must appear for in-person interviews, even if they were previously exempt. The US Department of State confirmed the change in a July 25…
Dubai: If you thought the hit glossy web series laced with deception and dollops of drama Big Little Lies or Dynasty was messy, step aside. Real life has scripted a saga that could put both to shame. At the centre of it is the sudden death of industrialist Sunjay Kapur, the 53-year-old chairman of Sona…
A family dispute has intensified more than a month after the sudden death of industrialist Sunjay Kapur, with reports suggesting that his ex-wife, actress Karisma Kapoor, is now seeking a stake in his vast ₹300 billion ($3.6 billion) estate. This follows her ₹700 million ($8.4 million) alimony settlement from their 2016 divorce. Sunjay Kapur’s mother,…