Wales v Belgium: 5 key talking points ahead of World Cup qualifier

Wales host Belgium in a massive World Cup qualifier on Monday night. Top spot in Group J and automatic qualification for next summer’s finals are up for grabs after Belgium were held 0-0 at home by North Macedonia on Friday. Here, the PA news...

Television and radio – October 12, 2025

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New 'biometric passports' in use across Europe tomorrow and here's what you need to know

The new European Entry/Exit System (EES) launches on Sunday October 12 and it promises to greatly change how we travel in Europe and beyond. The new system, which will affect millions of people around the world, will be operational in 25 EU...

Norway promotes investments to India to meet free trade pact goals

Norwegian Ambassador May-Elin Stener | Photo Credit: RAGU R October 12 Norway is promoting India as an investment destination for its private sector by engaging with states such as Tamil Nadu, Kerala and West Bengal as the free trade pact between...

EU's ESS comes into effect, longer waiting time expected

The European Union’s (EU) new Entry/Exit System (EES) came into effect for people travelling to the Schengen area on Sunday. Airlines have requested their travellers to review the new requirements and check how these changes may affect their...

Full list of EU countries taking Brits' fingerprints from today

Kieran Isgin Money & Lifestyle writer and Kate Lally SEO writer 10:41, 12 Oct 2025 Spain is one of a long list of countries(Image: georgeclerk via Getty Images) From Sunday, October 12, European nations using the Entry/Exit System (EES) will...

EU's new digital border registration kicks in for all travellers

A man scans his passport during a demonstration of the European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES) at the Eurotunnel terminal in Folkestone, Britain, September 23, 2025. | Photo Credit: JACK TAYLOR Travellers to Europe, including Indians, will be...

No more passport stamps: UAE residents to face smoother Schengen border entry

As airports across the European Union roll out the biometric recognition system at border checkpoints, travellers to Schengen countries can expect shorter queues and a quicker entry and exit. Starting October 12, the new system will replace manual...

‘States which pose a threat’ cannot join EU’s Safe programme, Palmas says

“States which pose a threat to European Union member states” cannot join the European Union’s Security Action for Europe (Safe) defence procurement programme, Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas said on Sunday. Speaking after a church service in the...

Scotland vs. Belarus: How to Watch, Odds, WCQ Preview

Scotland and Belarus face off in World Cup 2026 qualifying action. Here's everything you need to know ahead of kickoff, including how to watch Scotland vs. Belarus and odds. How to watch Scotland vs. Belarus Scotland vs. Belarus Odds Scotland is...

New EU Entry/Exit system starts tomorrow - everything you need to know

The new European Entry/Exit System (EES) is set to launch on Sunday, 12 October. This new system, which will impact millions of travellers globally, will be operational in 25 EU countries and four non-EU countries. The EES aims to eliminate the...

Revealed: How much in savings you'll need to visit each EU country as new rules come into effect tomorrow

Have you ever been quizzed on your financial situation while heading through the airport? Ever had to show 'proof of funds' while anxiously awaiting boarding your flight? It's likely the answer is no, but now things might be about to change, as...

New travel rules for 29 countries from today marks 'significant change' for millions

British passport(Image: Jordan Pettitt/PA Wire) A new digital border system that will change requirements for British nationals travelling to the Schengen area will be introduced today, October 12. The Schengen area allows more than 400m people to...

British and Swiss trade deals: India’s growth bet in a churning world order

The advantages of becoming the world’s third largest economy by 2028 are many. It has been stated and oft repeated by India. But this time British Prime Minister Keir Starmer himself, heading up the sixth largest economy now, said it during his...

Entry Exit System questions answered and what to expect at airports from today

The EES will be in operation in 29 European countries(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Brits heading abroad to the likes of Spain, Portugal and France from today will see changes in the way they cross the border as a new travel system is...

EU's new automated border checks come into force with travellers facing delays

The EU’s new system of automated border checks comes into place on Sunday, leading to the risk of increased delays at the border. The Entry Exit System (EES) requires non-EU citizens to register at the EU border, with registration valid for a...

Where to watch Denmark vs. Greece: Key information for World Cup qualifier

Denmark will look to take one step closer towards qualifying for next year's FIFA World Cup when they host Greece on Sunday. It was yet another fantastic outing for the Danes as they defeated Belarus 6-0 on Thursday to stay on top in Group C....

NEW: Europe launches long-awaited EES biometric border checks

From Sunday, non-EU travellers entering Europe's Schengen open-borders zone will gradually be photographed and fingerprinted at border crossings, as the European Union rolls out its much-delayed automated border checks. The aim of the new system?...

UAE travel alert: Europe's new Entry/Exit System (EES) officially in effect; what every traveler must know

Starting October 12, 2025, UAE travelers must provide biometric data, including fingerprints and facial images, upon entering the EU/ AI representational image for illustrative purposes only As of today, October 12, the European Union’s...

The new entry and exit rules for UK tourists travelling to Europe from today

New rules come into force today affecting UK tourists visiting Europe (Image: PA) New border rules come into effect across the European Union from today for any UK tourist visiting one of the 29 countries in the Schengen area. From today (October...