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Spirit's troubles expose limits of premium plan for low-cost carriers
Spirit Airlines' financial troubles reveal that going upscale is not a panacea for the challenges facing low-cost carriers, which are grappling with mounting operating costs, changing customer preferences and stiff competition from the Big Three US airlines. After emerging from bankruptcy protection in March, Spirit tried to rebrand itself and focus on more affluent travelers to turn its business around.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
RTA showcases pioneering projects at this year's GITEX
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is taking part with a prominent pavilion at GITEX Global 2025, the world’s largest showcase for technology and digital transformation, to be held from Oct 13 to 17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Qantas says millions of customers' data leaked online
Australian airline Qantas said on Sunday that data from 5.7 million customers stolen in a major cyberattack this year had been shared online, part of a leak affecting dozens of firms.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Godolphin's Dubai Treasure grabs glory at Boadicea Stakes race
Dubai Treasure posted the biggest win of her career to date as she readily made all in the Listed Modern Games British EBF Boadicea Stakes at Newmarket, UK, on Saturday.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Kochi Metro in talks with nine countries to replicate model
Barely two years since its official launch, the world's first integrated water metro system is attracting the attention of foreign governments, with Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) now confirming that it is in discussions with nine countries interested in replicating the city's pioneering model of water-based public transport.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Ennis sets sights on Ortiz after dominant win over Lima
Jaron Ennis barely needed 2 minutes to leave a path of destruction in the ring as the Philadelphia fighter successfully moved up to 154 pounds for the first time in his undefeated career.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Sheikh Sultan offers condolences
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Sunday, offered his condolences on the death of Mohammed Diab Al Mousa, Educational Adviser to His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Awareness forum held
Dubai Police continues its efforts to strengthen security, traffic, and community awareness among Dubai's diverse residents.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Philippine CB cuts key policy rate to 4.75%
The Philippine central bank cut its key policy rate for a fourth straight time on Thursday, seeking to bolster economic growth that it warned could weaken as corruption allegations surrounding public spending weigh on investor confidence.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
US consumer sentiment steady, but labour market worries persist
US consumer sentiment was steady in October, with households appearing to shrug off a partial shutdown of the government, though worries about the labor market and inflation lingered.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Stojkovic quits as Serbia boss after defeat at WC qualifier
Serbia coach Dragan Stojkovic announced late Saturday he was quitting after his team lost to Albania O-l in their World Cup qualifier at home.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Awami League turns to flash protests ahead of election
Once Bangladesh's largest political party, the Awami League has been outlawed since its leader Sheikh Hasina was overthrown in a mass uprising last year.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Schauffele ends title drought in Japan as Jeeno wins LPGA crown in Shanghai
Xander Schauffele won his first title of the year after finishing one stroke clear of Max Greyserman at the PGA Tour's Baycurrent Classic in Japan on Sunday.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Victory Team's Weckstrom dominates Zhengzhou GP
Dubai-based Victory Team's Alec Weckstrom created his own little piece of history by sealing a maiden victory with a stunning drive in a thrilling UIM FIH2O Grand Prix of Zhengzhou, China on Sunday.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Novo Nordisk to buy Akero Therapeutics for up to $5.2b
Novo Nordisk said it had agreed to buy Akero Therapeutics for up to $5.2 billion, giving the Danish drugmaker access to the US-based company’s experimental liver disease drug.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Trump's claims for ending some wars ring hollow
The award of this year’s Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuela’s chief opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has added insult to injury as far as US President Donald Trump is concerned.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Imam misses out on century in Pakistan's strong start to 1st Test vs SA
Opener Imam-ul-Haq missed out on his comeback Test century as Pakistan recovered well from a brief collapse on an abrasive wicket to reach 313-5 against world champion South Africa in the first Test on Sunday.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
TLP told to end protest; blocked roads reopen
The government on Sunday urged the protesting Tehrik-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) to call off their agitation as the two cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi were partially reopened and restrictions on citizens’ movements were eased.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
UAE likely to receive rain for two more days
Light to heavy rain fell on various parts of the country on Sunday, including Hail, Mohamed Bin Zayed City in Fujairah, Kalba, Washah (south of Al Dhaid in Sharjah], Saih Al Saadi, and Adhan (south of Ras Al Khaimah).
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Preparations begin to ramp up aid in Gaza as truce holds
Preparations were underway on Sunday to ramp up aid entering the war-battered Gaza Strip under a new ceasefire deal that many are hoping will signal an end to the devastating 2-year-long war.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Maktoum clears Dubai Financial Sector Strategy to solidify status
Dubai has emerged as the world's single largest licensed Virtual Assets (VA) market, with year-to-date VA transaction volumes across regulated entities under the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) of Dubai estimated at nearly Dhs2.5 trillion, further solidifying the emirate's status as a leading global financial hub.
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October 13, 2025
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EU rolls out digital border system
European Union (EU) member countries began rolling out a new entry and exit system on Sunday at the bloc’s external borders, electronically registering non-EU nationals’ data.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
World watches as Trump leads Gaza peace meeting in Egypt
Hamas said it had finished preparations for freeing its remaining living hostages, which Israel expects to take place early on Monday, fulfilling a key step in Donald Trump's Gaza plan hours before he hosts a peace summit in Egypt.
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October 13, 2025
Gulf Today
Deal to drive innovation in trade facilitation
LONDON: Abu Dhabi Customs and the UK-based Competere Group, a leading consultancy in economic policy and trade law, have signed a cooperation agreement to promote innovation in trade facilitation and enhance global competitiveness.
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October 12, 2025
Gulf Today
Turkey's global reserves hit record high of $186.2 billion
The Turkish Central Bank's official international reserves reached a new all-time high of $186.2 billion as of October 3, according to official figures.
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October 12, 2025
Gulf Today
Sharjah children's film fest celebrates Korean culture
The Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth (SIFF) celebrated South Korea on Friday as the Guest of Honour for its 12th edition.
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October 12, 2025
Gulf Today
PepsiCo beats Q3 estimates on steady demand
PepsiCo topped Wall Street expectations for third-quarter revenue and profit, helped by steady demand for its snacks and sodas in key international markets and strength in its healthier drinks category in the United States.
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October 12, 2025
Gulf Today
Man told to pay Dhs39.7m to brother, sister-in-law
The Dubai Civil Court has ordered a Gulf national to pay Dhs39.7 million to his brother and his sister-in-law.
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October 12, 2025
Gulf Today
China issues bounty for Taiwan officers for 'separatism'
Chinese police on Saturday offered rewards of $1,400 for information about 18 people it said were Taiwanese military psychological operations officers spreading \"separatist\" messages, a day after Taiwan pledged to boost its defences.
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October 12, 2025
Gulf Today
Spinners keep India in command after Gill's ton against West Indies
Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav took four wickets collectively as India strengthened their position in the second Test by reducing West Indies to 140/4 in 43 overs, trailing by 378 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
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