BHD and Adoturd Launch First National Sports Tourism Study in Dominican Republic
Banco BHD and Adoturd announced the first comprehensive study on sports tourism in the Dominican Republic at Fitur 2026. CETDEL will conduct the research to evaluate economic impact and consumer profiles.
US Visa Bond Rule Exempts Pakistan, Includes Bangladesh and Nepal
The US visa bond programme, effective August 1, 2026, requires refundable deposits for B-1 and B-2 visa applicants from 50 countries. Pakistan is exempt from this new requirement.
US Permanently Enforces Visa Bond Program with $20,000 Max Bond
The US has made its visa bond program permanent, increasing the max bond to $20,000 for applicants from 50 countries. Pakistan and India are excluded from the program.
US Visa Bond Program Made Permanent with $20,000 Cap Increase
The US has permanently established its visa bond program and increased the bond cap to $20,000. Visa applicants from Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan are affected by the change.
US Visa Bond Program Permanent, Cap Raised to $20,000
The US has permanently enacted its visa bond program as of August 2026, raising the bond limit to $20,000. This policy includes visa applicants from Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan.
US Makes Visa Bond Program Permanent, Raises Bond Cap to $20,000
The US government has permanently implemented the visa bond program with a bond cap raised to $20,000. This affects applicants from Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and other countries.
US Permanently Adopts Visa Bond Program, Cap Raised to $20,000
The United States has made its visa bond program permanent and raised the maximum bond cap to $20,000. This change affects visa applicants from Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan starting in 2026.
US Makes Visa Bond Program Permanent, Raises Cap to $20,000
The United States has made its visa bond program permanent and raised the bond cap to $20,000. This affects travelers from countries including Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan starting August 2026.
Azkoitia Approves Tourist Tax to Support Public Housing
Azkoitia City Council approved a tourist tax and related ordinances in July 2026. The tax revenue will fund public housing initiatives in Azkoitia.
South Africa reports 12.3% rise in international tourist arrivals in H1 2026
South Africa registered a 12.3% rise in international tourist arrivals during the first half of 2026, with over 1 million foreign visitors in June alone. Despite higher travel costs from rising fuel prices, visitor numbers expanded, supported by new air routes and government initiatives.
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FAA Halts Parallel Takeoffs at Centennial Airport Starting October 1, 2026
The FAA halted parallel takeoffs at Centennial Airport starting October 1, 2026, after safety concerns involving aircraft proximity. The order has disrupted flight operations and training at the Denver area airport.
Smoke Reports Cause Control Tower Evacuation and Flight Delays at Toronto Pearson
Smoke reports at Toronto Pearson Airport on October 21 caused evacuation of the control tower. The incident disrupted air traffic, leading to flight delays at one of Canada's busiest airports.
Smoke Evacuation at Toronto Pearson Air Traffic Control Delays Flights
Smoke was detected in the air traffic control tower at Toronto Pearson Airport on October 21, 2026. The tower was evacuated, causing flight delays at the airport.