• Justin Bieber, in blue trainers and a grey shirt, attends 'The Dome 53' concert at the Velodrom on March 5, 2010, in Berlin. Getty Images
    Justin Bieber, in blue trainers and a grey shirt, attends 'The Dome 53' concert at the Velodrom on March 5, 2010, in Berlin. Getty Images
  • Justin Bieber, in a black shirt and matching bow tie, attends the Viva Comet Awards at Koenig-Pilsener-Arena on May 21, 2010, in Oberhausen, Germany. Getty Images
    Justin Bieber, in a black shirt and matching bow tie, attends the Viva Comet Awards at Koenig-Pilsener-Arena on May 21, 2010, in Oberhausen, Germany. Getty Images
  • In a grey leather jacket, the singer attends a photo call at Urban Hotel on November 29, 2010, in Madrid. Getty Images
    In a grey leather jacket, the singer attends a photo call at Urban Hotel on November 29, 2010, in Madrid. Getty Images
  • In a waistcoat and bow tie, the singer attends the premiere of 'Justin Bieber: Never Say Never' at Cineworld 02 Arena on February 16, 2011, in London. Getty Images
    In a waistcoat and bow tie, the singer attends the premiere of 'Justin Bieber: Never Say Never' at Cineworld 02 Arena on February 16, 2011, in London. Getty Images
  • Wearing an aubergine cardigan, the singer attends the 'Justin Bieber: Never Say Never' premiere on February 17, 2011, in Paris. Getty Images for Paramount
    Wearing an aubergine cardigan, the singer attends the 'Justin Bieber: Never Say Never' premiere on February 17, 2011, in Paris. Getty Images for Paramount
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    In a chequered shirt and black knit at the MTV Europe Music Awards at the Odyssey Arena on November 6, 2011, in Belfast. Getty Images
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    Justin Bieber, in a classic tux, and Selena Gomez arrive for the 39th American Music Awards at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California, on November 20, 2011. EPA
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    In MCM at the NRJ Music Awards at Palais des Festivals on January 28, 2012, in Cannes, France. Getty Images
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    Justin Bieber, in red tailoring, and Usher attend the premiere of 'Justin Bieber's Believe' in Los Angeles, California, on December 18, 2013. Reuters
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    Wearing Balmain at the Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 4, 2015, in New York. AFP
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    In a chequered shirt for 102.7 Kiis FM's Wango Tango at StubHub Centre on May 9, 2015, in Los Angeles, California. Getty Images
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    Justin Bieber, in Calvin Klein, attends a Calvin Klein Jeans event at the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal in Hong Kong on June 11, 2015. Getty Images for Calvin Klein
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    In Saint Laurent, for the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles, California, on August 30, 2015. Reuters
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    In a knitted beanie and basketball shorts to visit Kiss FM Studios on October 23, 2015, in London. Getty Images
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    In all-red leisurewear for the MTV EMAs at the Mediolanum Forum on October 25, 2015, in Milan, Italy. Getty Images for MTV
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    Justin Bieber, in a vintage Budweiser Racing Jacket, attends the 17th NRJ Music Awards at Palais des Festivals on November 7, 2015, in Cannes, France. Getty Images
  • In a vintage Nirvana T-shirt for the American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles, California, on November 22, 2015. EPA
    In a vintage Nirvana T-shirt for the American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles, California, on November 22, 2015. EPA
  • In Saint Laurent for the Saint Laurent fashion show at the Palladium in Los Angeles, on February 10, 2016. EPA
    In Saint Laurent for the Saint Laurent fashion show at the Palladium in Los Angeles, on February 10, 2016. EPA
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    Justin Bieber, in Saint Laurent, arrives for the 58th annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Centre in Los Angeles, California, on February 15, 2016. EPA
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    Tori Kelly, left, Justin Bieber, centre, in a Henley tee and beanie, and Sir Lucian Grainge attend a ceremony at the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Hollywood, California, on January 23, 2020. EPA-EFE
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    Justin Bieber, in a checked overshirt, attends MTVs Fresh Out Live event on February 7, 2020 in New York City, US. Getty Images for MTV/AFP
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    In a white tee and chunky chain for the premiere of 'Justin Bieber: Seasons' in Los Angeles, California, on January 27, 2020. Invision / AP
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    In a Liberal Youth Ministry jersey to visit the Wonderbrett store on July 12, 2021, in Los Angeles, California. Getty Images / AFP
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    Justin Bieber, in a furry coat, is seen on August 17, 2021, in Los Angeles, California. GC Images
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    In a hoodie and oversized jacket onstage during the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards in Brooklyn on September 12, 2021. Getty Images
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    Justin Bieber, in Maison Drew, arrives for the 2021 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021. AFP

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Music

Justin Bieber remains 'upbeat' despite postponing remaining US Justice tour dates

The singer is receiving 'the best medical care possible' after being diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome

PA

June 17, 2022

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Justin Bieber has postponed his remaining US Justice World Tour dates amid his ongoing recovery from Ramsay Hunt syndrome.

A post from the tour's official Instagram account said the singer was "upbeat" and receiving "the best medical care possible", while looking forward to returning to performing later this summer.

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Ramsay Hunt syndrome is caused by viral reactivation and is one of 60 causes of facial palsy, or facial paralysis as it is known in the US.

It is a complication of shingles that occurs when an outbreak affects the facial nerve near one ear. It can cause hearing loss in addition to facial paralysis.

News of the postponement comes after his wife, Hailey Bieber, told US news show Good Morning America he was "getting better every single day".

"In light of Justin's ongoing recovery, the remaining US Justice tour shows scheduled for June and early July will be postponed," the post read.

"Justin continues to receive the best medical care possible, is upbeat about his recovery, and is looking forward to getting back out on the road and performing for his fans overseas later this summer."

It added that details on the rescheduled US dates would be announced shortly.

Bieber told fans in a video posted to Instagram earlier this month about his diagnosis.

“As you can see, this eye is not blinking. I can't smile on this side of my face, this nostril will not move,” Bieber explained.

“So, there's full paralysis on this side of my face. So, for those who are frustrated by my cancellations of the next shows, I'm just physically, obviously, not capable of doing them. This is pretty serious, as you can see.”

The singer, 28, previously said that he had been doing facial exercises to regain movement, but it would still take time to recover.

— AFP and The National contributed to this report

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    Singer Ne-Yo returns to Dubai in December. AFP
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    Dutch DJ Armin van Buuren is one EDM's most celebrated artists. AFP
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    Nigerian singer Wizkid is one of a new generation of African artists making inroads into the western charts. Getty Images
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    Mohamed Ramadan will perform post-match concerts as part of the inaugural World Tennis League tournament. AFP
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    Tiesto will bring his hits to the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. AFP
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    Jackson Wang will perform on February 4 in Dubai as part of his Magic Man world tour. AP
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    Irish comedienne Joanne McNally performs on April 29 at The Agenda. Photo: GME Events
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    The Nutcracker ballet is an annual Christmas favourite. Photo: Andy Ross
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    Hungarian pianist and composer Balazs Havasi will play at Dubai Opera in 2023. EPA
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    The Australian singer Kylie Minogue will ring in the new year in Dubai. Reuters
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    Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi is returning to the UAE for a concert at the Coca-Cola Arena on November 24. EPA
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Ten tax points to be aware of in 2026

1. Domestic VAT refund amendments: request your refund within five years

If a business does not apply for the refund on time, they lose their credit.

2. E-invoicing in the UAE

Businesses should continue preparing for the implementation of e-invoicing in the UAE, with 2026 a preparation and transition period ahead of phased mandatory adoption. 

3. More tax audits

Tax authorities are increasingly using data already available across multiple filings to identify audit risks. 

4. More beneficial VAT and excise tax penalty regime

Tax disputes are expected to become more frequent and more structured, with clearer administrative objection and appeal processes. The UAE has adopted a new penalty regime for VAT and excise disputes, which now mirrors the penalty regime for corporate tax.

5. Greater emphasis on statutory audit

There is a greater need for the accuracy of financial statements. The International Financial Reporting Standards standards need to be strictly adhered to and, as a result, the quality of the audits will need to increase.

6. Further transfer pricing enforcement

Transfer pricing enforcement, which refers to the practice of establishing prices for internal transactions between related entities, is expected to broaden in scope. The UAE will shortly open the possibility to negotiate advance pricing agreements, or essentially rulings for transfer pricing purposes. 

7. Limited time periods for audits

Recent amendments also introduce a default five-year limitation period for tax audits and assessments, subject to specific statutory exceptions. While the standard audit and assessment period is five years, this may be extended to up to 15 years in cases involving fraud or tax evasion. 

8. Pillar 2 implementation 

Many multinational groups will begin to feel the practical effect of the Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT), the UAE's implementation of the OECD’s global minimum tax under Pillar 2. While the rules apply for financial years starting on or after January 1, 2025, it is 2026 that marks the transition to an operational phase.

9. Reduced compliance obligations for imported goods and services

Businesses that apply the reverse-charge mechanism for VAT purposes in the UAE may benefit from reduced compliance obligations. 

10. Substance and CbC reporting focus

Tax authorities are expected to continue strengthening the enforcement of economic substance and Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting frameworks. In the UAE, these regimes are increasingly being used as risk-assessment tools, providing tax authorities with a comprehensive view of multinational groups’ global footprints and enabling them to assess whether profits are aligned with real economic activity. 

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Name: Xpanceo

Started: 2018

Founders: Roman Axelrod, Valentyn Volkov

Based: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Smart contact lenses, augmented/virtual reality

Funding: $40 million

Investor: Opportunity Venture (Asia)

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