• Oman’s Minister of Heritage and Culture Sayyd Haithm bin Tareq, right, receives Britain’s Prince Charles after his arrival with wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall for their three Gulf countries visit, in Muscat, Oman. Kamran Jebreili / AP
    Oman’s Minister of Heritage and Culture Sayyd Haithm bin Tareq, right, receives Britain’s Prince Charles after his arrival with wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall for their three Gulf countries visit, in Muscat, Oman. Kamran Jebreili / AP
  • A cake made by Etab Al-Zadjali’s cake business at a ‘Woman in Business’ event at the British Ambassador’s Residence on the second day of a Royal tour of Oman in Muscat. Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall are on a royal tour of the Middle East starting with Oman, then the UAE and finally Bahrain. Chris Jackson / Getty Images
    A cake made by Etab Al-Zadjali’s cake business at a ‘Woman in Business’ event at the British Ambassador’s Residence on the second day of a Royal tour of Oman in Muscat. Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall are on a royal tour of the Middle East starting with Oman, then the UAE and finally Bahrain. Chris Jackson / Getty Images
  • Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, attends a ‘Woman in Business’ event at the British Ambassador’s Residence on the second day of a royal tour of Oman. Chris Jackson / Getty Images
    Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, attends a ‘Woman in Business’ event at the British Ambassador’s Residence on the second day of a royal tour of Oman. Chris Jackson / Getty Images
  • Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, centre, receives a gift from a girl at the Oman Cancer Association’s Dar Al Hanan Hostel during his first day visit with her husband Prince Charles in Muscat. Kamran Jebreili / AP
    Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, centre, receives a gift from a girl at the Oman Cancer Association’s Dar Al Hanan Hostel during his first day visit with her husband Prince Charles in Muscat. Kamran Jebreili / AP
  • A traditional Omani cultural welcome ceremony outside the Sultan’s Palace on the second day of a royal tour of Oman in Muscat. Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall are on a royal tour of the Middle East starting with Oman, then the UAE and finally Bahrain. Chris Jackson / Getty Images
    A traditional Omani cultural welcome ceremony outside the Sultan’s Palace on the second day of a royal tour of Oman in Muscat. Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall are on a royal tour of the Middle East starting with Oman, then the UAE and finally Bahrain. Chris Jackson / Getty Images
  • Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, listens to children as she visits Oman’s first children’s public library on the third day of a royal tour of Oman. Chris Jackson / Getty Images
    Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, listens to children as she visits Oman’s first children’s public library on the third day of a royal tour of Oman. Chris Jackson / Getty Images
  • Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, during a cultural welcome ceremony outside the Sultan’s Palace on the second day of a royal tour of Oman in Muscat. Chris Jackson / Getty Images)
    Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, during a cultural welcome ceremony outside the Sultan’s Palace on the second day of a royal tour of Oman in Muscat. Chris Jackson / Getty Images)
  • Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, walks with the Minister of Heritage and Culture of the Sultanate of Oman Sayyid Haitham bin Tarik Al Said at Muscat VIP airport. Chris Jackson / Getty Images
    Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, walks with the Minister of Heritage and Culture of the Sultanate of Oman Sayyid Haitham bin Tarik Al Said at Muscat VIP airport. Chris Jackson / Getty Images
  • Britain’s Prince Charles talks to Omani officials during a ceremony in Muscat, Oman. Kamran Jebreili / AP
    Britain’s Prince Charles talks to Omani officials during a ceremony in Muscat, Oman. Kamran Jebreili / AP

Charles and Camilla kick off Gulf tour in Oman - in pictures


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Prince Charles arrived with his wife, Camilla, and other British officials on Friday for a three-day visit to Oman before then heading to the UAE and Bahrain.

What is cyberbullying?

Cyberbullying or online bullying could take many forms such as sending unkind or rude messages to someone, socially isolating people from groups, sharing embarrassing pictures of them, or spreading rumors about them.

Cyberbullying can take place on various platforms such as messages, on social media, on group chats, or games.

Parents should watch out for behavioural changes in their children.

When children are being bullied they they may be feel embarrassed and isolated, so parents should watch out for signs of signs of depression and anxiety

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5 of the most-popular Airbnb locations in Dubai

Bobby Grudziecki, chief operating officer of Frank Porter, identifies the five most popular areas in Dubai for those looking to make the most out of their properties and the rates owners can secure:

• Dubai Marina

The Marina and Jumeirah Beach Residence are popular locations, says Mr Grudziecki, due to their closeness to the beach, restaurants and hotels.

Frank Porter’s average Airbnb rent:
One bedroom: Dh482 to Dh739 
Two bedroom: Dh627 to Dh960 
Three bedroom: Dh721 to Dh1,104

• Downtown

Within walking distance of the Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa and the famous fountains, this location combines business and leisure.  “Sure it’s for tourists,” says Mr Grudziecki. “Though Downtown [still caters to business people] because it’s close to Dubai International Financial Centre."

Frank Porter’s average Airbnb rent:
One bedroom: Dh497 to Dh772
Two bedroom: Dh646 to Dh1,003
Three bedroom: Dh743 to Dh1,154

• City Walk

The rising star of the Dubai property market, this area is lined with pristine sidewalks, boutiques and cafes and close to the new entertainment venue Coca Cola Arena.  “Downtown and Marina are pretty much the same prices,” Mr Grudziecki says, “but City Walk is higher.”

Frank Porter’s average Airbnb rent:
One bedroom: Dh524 to Dh809 
Two bedroom: Dh682 to Dh1,052 
Three bedroom: Dh784 to Dh1,210 

• Jumeirah Lake Towers

Dubai Marina’s little brother JLT resides on the other side of Sheikh Zayed road but is still close enough to beachside outlets and attractions. The big selling point for Airbnb renters, however, is that “it’s cheaper than Dubai Marina”, Mr Grudziecki says.

Frank Porter’s average Airbnb rent:
One bedroom: Dh422 to Dh629 
Two bedroom: Dh549 to Dh818 
Three bedroom: Dh631 to Dh941

• Palm Jumeirah

Palm Jumeirah's proximity to luxury resorts is attractive, especially for big families, says Mr Grudziecki, as Airbnb renters can secure competitive rates on one of the world’s most famous tourist destinations.

Frank Porter’s average Airbnb rent:
One bedroom: Dh503 to Dh770 
Two bedroom: Dh654 to Dh1,002 
Three bedroom: Dh752 to Dh1,152 

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Huddersfield Town 0

Chelsea 3
Kante (34'), Jorginho (45' pen), Pedro (80')

Benefits of first-time home buyers' scheme
  • Priority access to new homes from participating developers
  • Discounts on sales price of off-plan units
  • Flexible payment plans from developers
  • Mortgages with better interest rates, faster approval times and reduced fees
  • DLD registration fee can be paid through banks or credit cards at zero interest rates
RESULTS

Bantamweight

Victor Nunes (BRA) beat Siyovush Gulmamadov (TJK)

(Split decision)

Featherweight

Hussein Salim (IRQ) beat Shakhriyor Juraev (UZB)

(Round 1 submission, armbar)

Catchweight 80kg

Rashed Dawood (UAE) beat Otabek Kadirov (UZB)

(Round-1 submission, rear naked choke)

Lightweight

Ho Taek-oh (KOR) beat Ronald Girones (CUB)

(Round 3 submission, triangle choke)

Lightweight

Arthur Zaynukov (RUS) beat Damien Lapilus (FRA)

(Unanimous points)

Bantamweight

Vinicius de Oliveira (BRA) beat Furkatbek Yokubov (RUS)

(Round 1 TKO)

Featherweight

Movlid Khaybulaev (RUS) v Zaka Fatullazade (AZE)

(Round 1 rear naked choke)

Flyweight

Shannon Ross (TUR) beat Donovon Freelow (USA)

(Unanimous decision)

Lightweight

Dan Collins (GBR) beat Mohammad Yahya (UAE)

(Round 2 submission D’arce choke)

Catchweight 73kg

Martun Mezhulmyan (ARM) beat Islam Mamedov (RUS)

(Round 3 submission, kneebar)

Bantamweight world title

Xavier Alaoui (MAR) beat Jaures Dea (CAM)

(Unanimous points 48-46, 49-45, 49-45)

Flyweight world title

Manon Fiorot (FRA) v Gabriela Campo (ARG)

(Round 1 RSC)

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Fire and Fury
By Michael Wolff,
Henry Holt

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. 

Contributed by Thomas Vanhee and Hend Rashwan, Aurifer