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Book your Schengen visa slots now before it's too late

When to apply, key requirements, costs, and tips to avoid visa hurdles for UAE expats

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Summer travel to Europe from the UAE is always in high demand, and visa slots fill up quickly. If you plan to visit Italy, France or Spain in June or July, it is recommended to start planning and apply for your visa now to avoid any delays.

EU steps up trade talks with UAE, Philippines

Speaking at Davos, EU chief says talks with UAE and Philippines are advancing

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, met with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen during a 2024 working visit to the UAE.

AD Ports buys Spain’s Balenciaga shipyard for €11.2m

Abu Dhabi group strengthens European shipbuilding base and offshore wind capabilities

Balenciaga Astilleros Shipyard

Europe hits back at Trump tariff threat over Greenland

Europe stands united against Trump’s Greenland tariff threat of up to 25%

People in Greenland attend a protest against US President Donald Trump

Freezing rain and ice disrupt travel across Europe

Meteorological services warn that winter conditions were likely to persist

Smoke comes out of the chimneys from the rooftops of houses in central Prague during sunrise on January 11, 2026, as the temperatures dropped to minus 11 degrees Celsius in the Czech capital.

Why Trump is after Greenland — and what it means

After the Venezuela raid, Trump’s push on Greenland alarms Europe and raises Nato fears

Snow-covered buildings in Nuuk, Greenland. US President Donald Trump is discussing options including military action to take control of Greenland.

Deadly Swiss blaze: What really triggered the fire?

Investigators point to sparklers or candles in deadly blaze

Hundreds gathered in silence in the freezing night in Crans-Montana on Thursday evening, laying flowers and lighting candles to remember those killed in a blaze as they celebrated the New Year.

What caused Swiss resort fire — why it turned deadly

Key facts on the Crans-Montana bar fire and its deadly aftermath

Flowers and candles laid on the ground near the bar Le Constellation following a fire that ripped through the venue in Crans-Montana, during New Year's Eve celebrations.

Man, 5 others charged with sex offences against ex-wife

Victim Joanne Young waives anonymity as police reveal years-long pattern of abuse

Illustrative image. The 13-year alleged abuse involves rape, administering substances, and possession of indecent images.

Miss Finland dethroned controversial photo emerges

Petition demanding an investigation into anti-Asian discrimination has also been launched

Former Miss Finland Sarah Dzafce attends a press conference in Helsinki, Finland, Thursday Dec 11, 2025.

ADNOC's XRG nears total control of Germany's Covestro

New regulatory filings show XRG holds 95% stake in Covestro after takeover clearances

The Covestro acquisition will aid ADNOC's goal to be a top five global chemicals player

Austria bans headscarf for under-14s in schools

Ban applies to all forms of the Islamic veil including hijabs and burqas

This time the government insists that its law is constitutional, though experts have suggested it could be seen as discriminating against one religion - Islam - and putting children in an uncomfortable position. Illustrative image.

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