The Times of India

A foreign bank's UAE branch has been hit with a hefty AED20 million fine by the Central Bank of the UAE. This action stems from serious and recurring lapses in the bank's anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing systems. The bank's Head of Compliance also faces a AED300,000 penalty for failing to meet their duties, underscoring the regulator's commitment to financial system integrity.

Frances World Cup clash against Iraq became the tournaments first weather-related suspension after severe thunderstorms and lightning halted play at half-time in Philadelphia. Kylian Mbappes early goal had put France ahead, but safety concerns took precedence as FIFA activated emergency protocols. The disruption underscores the logistical challenges of hosting a summer World Cup across North Americas unpredictable weather conditions.