The trigger is the overhaul of the Basic Compliance Assessment, the framework universities must meet to retain their student sponsor licence. Under the updated rules, no more than 5 per cent of an institution’s sponsored visa applications can be refused. The previous limit was 10 per cent.
On its 54th Union Day, the UAE orchestrated a mass wedding for 54 Palestinian couples in Gaza, a profound humanitarian gesture under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. This initiative, symbolizing resilience and dignity, provided not just essential aid but also revived cultural traditions like the Thawb Al-Farah, offering a vital moment of joy and hope amidst […]
A powerful magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck China’s Xinjiang region at a shallow depth of 10 km, increasing the risk of strong aftershocks. This event follows a smaller magnitude 3.9 quake in the same region just days prior. China’s location on seismic belts makes it highly prone to earthquakes, which have caused significant casualties and destruction […]
Cameras captured Donald Trump appearing to doze during a Cabinet meeting, sparking the “Sleepy Trump” meme and a debate about his alertness. This incident, occurring twice in a month, clashes with his “low energy” attacks on rivals and fuels scrutiny of his age and stamina, despite White House claims of his full engagement.
The halt on all immigration requests from 19 countries means all kinds of visas will be stopped. From Green Cards to visitor visa, student visa, all will be frozen for the time being. The list includes Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Yemen, Burundi, Cuba, Laos, […]
Qatar’s National Day celebrations will take place at Darb Al Saai from 10 to 20 December, offering a rich programme of cultural, heritage, and artistic activities. Visitors can explore desert life, maritime heritage, traditional crafts, and interactive events for children and adults, while national parades and patriotic showcases highlight unity, identity, and the values that […]
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman administered the oath of office to newly appointed ambassadors at Al-Khaleej Palace in Dammam, attended by Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan. The ambassadors will represent Saudi Arabia in countries including Qatar, Brunei, Romania, Nigeria, and the Netherlands, strengthening diplomatic ties and promoting the Kingdom’s global presence and international […]