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FBI extends FIFA scrutiny to World Cup host bids of Russia, Qatar

The U.S. law enforcement official said the review of the bids would be part of a probe that goes beyond the indictments.

Five minutes with.. Chris Govier, GM, Middle East Operations, Xerox

Xerox’s new regional head is hoping to maintain the company’s position in the production space.

Qatar says ‘prejudice and racism’ behind criticism of 2022 World Cup

Foreign Minister Khaled al-Attiyah said the country was being unfairly targeted over allegations of graft in the vote that won it the World Cup.

Blatter quits FIFA; under investigation by U.S. prosecutors, FBI

Blatter announced his decision to step down at a hastily arranged news conference in Zurich, days after police arrested a number of senior FIFA officials.

Why multilingual education is a must in the UAE

Multilingualism is a powerful skill for a child to develop, writes head of the Swiss International Scientifc School in Dubai.

UAE issues law against doping in horse races

The new rule prohibits the administration of banned substances to horses and lays out strict penalties to offenders.

Qatari couple charged in Texas with abusing household staff

Hassan Salem Al Homoud and his wife, Zainab Al Hosani, were charged with engaging in forced labor and could face up to 20 years in prison if convicted.

Europe should consider World Cup boycott to oust FIFA’s Blatter – UK

Blatter, 79, won a vote on Friday to serve a fifth term as FIFA president even as the soccer body is mired in corruption scandals.

Dr. Nasser Saidi: The long march forward for Saudi’s market

Opening Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul should just be the beginning, writes the founder and president of Nasser Saidi & Associates.

Emirates to launch daily service to Bologna in Italy

The service is scheduled to begin on November 3, 2015 and will increase Emirates’ weekly flights serving Italy to 56.

Oman to deport over 1,000 foreign workers at airport project

The labourers reportedly did not have the necessary work permits for the construction sector.

Qatar remains 2022 World Cup host even as Swiss investigate FIFA officials

Several high-ranking soccer officials, including two vice-presidents of FIFA, were arrested by Swiss police on Wednesday.

If you want Qatar state contracts, give us flight slots, says airline CEO

Akbar Al Baker’s remarks come after the Dutch government said it will temporarily stop granting new slots at Schiphol to Gulf airlines.

Iran, Oman discuss Yemen war, settle maritime borders

Foreign ministers from both the countries discussed implementing a ceasefire in Yemen.

Dubai’s Marka acquires stake in UK-based e-commerce site Icons

The company purchased a 65 per cent stake in sports merchandise retailer Icons for a value of Dhs15.3 million.

Oman cuts defence, subsidy spending, keeps investing as oil sags

Spending on “participation and support”, which includes subsidies, fell 48 per cent to OMR189.0 million in the first quarter of this year.

Dubai’s Marka to invest Dhs250m in 2015, eyes two deals

The company is looking to close deals in the UAE’s hospitality and retail sectors, officials said.

Tech roundup: 3 devices that stand out from the crowd

Saad Elkhadem, research analyst at IDC MEA picks out devices that bring a unique offering to the table.

Saudi regulator to raise IPO allocations to institutional investors

The Kingdom’s stock market is dominated by retail investors in terms of daily trading volumes.

UAE to set up Dhs100m space research centre

The centre is the first of its kind in the Middle East and will help the UAE send its unmanned mission to Mars in 2021.

Investments in gold could be the next best bet

If the dollar has topped out, then gold is coming off its recent bottom, writes the editor of Arabianmoney.net.

Low oil prices: An opportunity for GCC oil firms to change

It’s vital for national oil companies in the Gulf to change, writes David Branson, executive advisor at Strategy& (formerly Booz & Company).

Saudi shells hit Yemen aid office, killing five – local official

Artillery fire and air strikes hit the town of Maydee along Yemen’s border with Saudi Arabia in Hajja province.

Visa, FIFA sponsor, expresses “grave concern” over Qatar workers

The announcement came two days after the pressure groups renewed their call on FIFA sponsors to put pressure on the governing body over the issue.

Saudi Arabia, partners turn down Chinese requests for extra oil

Research found Saudi Arabia’s share of Chinese crude imports dropped to just over 30 per cent in May from 36.5 per cent in April.

Despite rumours, Apple remains mum about Dubai store’s launch in August

The tech giant will open its biggest store worldwide in Dubai this summer, say reports.

Saudi Arabian Airlines fined $1.6m for breaking EU aviation law

The airline was fined by the Belgian government for breaching EU carbon emissions rule.

MAG 5 JV launches new affordable residential tower in DWC

The project, valued at Dhs700 million, will comprise of 1,000 residential units and will be ready for handover by 2018.

BBC journalist jailed in Qatar when reporting on labour conditions

The BBC’s crew was invited to Doha to film improved accommodation for migrant workers in the country, ahead of 2022 World Cup.

Oil prices rise on Middle East fighting; OPEC output eyed

Prices were supported by concerns that conflict in Iraq and Yemen could disrupt production or supply routes.