Mubadala announces agreement to invest in Loscam International

Headquartered in Hong Kong, Loscam operates across 12 markets including Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, and Greater China

Oil prices surges after OPEC+ cuts

Oil prices rise on strong demand signals ahead of OPEC+ decision

Oil’s gains were kept in check by expectations that the OPEC+ group will boost its August crude oil output

Nearly 962,000 pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

New Umrah season: How many visas have been issued so far?

The early rush of Umrah applications follows a notably successful Hajj season, during which the country implemented streamlined procedures

Apollo, Mubadala extend multi-billion-dollar partnership

Dollar struggles near 4-year lows as Trump’s tax bill and tariffs weigh

The dollar, which measures the US currency against six others, slipped to 96.612, its lowest since February 2022

Oil steady after smaller-than-expected OPEC+ output hike

Oil falls on prospect of more OPEC+ supply, easing risks in Mideast

Brent crude futures LCOc1 fell 13 cents, or 0.19 per cent, to $67.64 a barrel by 0344 GMT, ahead of the August contract’s expiry later on Monday

WhatsApp just made language barriers disappear: Here’s how

Missed Messages? WhatsApp’s new feature helps you catch up instantly

Users have full control over the feature, including the ability to enable it only for selected chats via the Advanced Chat Privacy settings

Gold tops $4,300, set for biggest weekly surge since 2008

Israel-Iran ceasefire: Gold at near 2-week low after Trump’s announcement

Trump announced a complete ceasefire between Israel and Iran, potentially ending the 12-day conflict that saw millions flee Tehran

Dubai Airport

Iran-Israel ceasefire: GCC airlines, airports issue statements

Dubai Airports announced the full resumption of operations across its facilities after a temporary precautionary halt

Israel and Iran agree on ceasefire to end 12-day war: Trump

There was no confirmation from Israel and the Israeli military said two volleys of missiles were launched from Iran towards Israel in the early hours of Tuesday

UAE and other GCC states condemns Iran missile strike on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar Image for illustrative purposes image courtesy wAM

UAE, GCC, Egypt denounce Iran’s strike on Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base

The UAE described the strike as a clear violation of the UN Charter and expressed its firm rejection of any act that jeopardises the security and safety of Qatar

Iran issue: What UAE, GCC leaders have to say about it

Iran tensions: What UAE, GCC leaders have to say about it

The leaders reiterated their shared goal of preserving regional peace and protecting populations from the far-reaching impacts of conflict

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US strikes Iran’s main nuclear sites, says Trump

Trump named the three nuclear sites targeted as Natanz, Isfahan and Fordow

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Islamic New Year 2025: GCC countries declare holidays

The holiday does not apply to employees working shifts or those involved in providing essential public services or managing vital infrastructure

Apple’s latest online safety tools: What parents need to know

Apple is making it easier for parents to confirm the age associated with their child’s account

WhatsApp just made language barriers disappear: Here’s how

WhatsApp rolls out new features for businesses: How to benefit from them

WhatsApp says the new features are designed to help users discover new content and enable organisations to grow their presence on the platform

Gold tops $4,300, set for biggest weekly surge since 2008

Iran-Israel tension: Gold rises on Middle East tension

Spot gold was up 0.1 per cent at $3,371.15 an ounce, as of 0526 GMT. US gold futures fell 0.6 per cent to $3,388.60

Nuclear’s next chapter: EU charts EUR241bn path to decarbonised energy future

Nuclear’s next chapter: EU charts EUR241bn path to decarbonised energy future

To bridge the funding gap, the commission urges a blended financing model that leverages both public and private capital, coupled with risk-mitigation mechanisms to improve investor confidence

Travel disruptions: UAE waives overstay fines for Iranian citizens

Recent airspace closures and the suspension of flights to and from Iran have left many Iranian nationals unable to return home

UAE airlines now fly to 606 destinations worlwide to meet growing demand Image-Getty Images for illustrative purposes

Israel-Iran tensions: Updates from GCC, global airlines

The widespread suspension of flights underscores the far-reaching implications of the latest escalation between Israel and Iran

Trump's trade war: Tariff deadlines and key upcoming events

G7 summit: Trump leaves early due to Middle East situation

G7 leaders from Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the US, along with the European Union, have convened in Canada this week

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Airspace closure: UAE airlines announce flight cancellations

The decisions have disrupted travel plans for thousands of passengers and prompted rerouting of several flights

DXB expecting surge in pax traffic between Aug 21 and Sept 2 Image Dubai Airports

Iran, Iraq airspace closure: DXB, Sharjah airports issue statement

Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest updates and rebooking options before heading to the airport

New WhatsApp features updates: What’s changing in your app

The Chats tab, known for secure, encrypted conversations with friends and family, now includes several creative tools

Air India crash: What are the fuel switches at the centre of the probe?

Air India crash: How will it challenge the airline’s ‘world class’ ambitions

The cause of the crash, the first for a Boeing Dreamliner wide-body airliner, has not yet been determined

Saudi e-visas resume: What eligible countries need to know

Visitors holding valid Schengen, UK, or US visit visas will continue to qualify for visas on arrival at Saudi entry points

Binance withdraws Abu Dhabi licence application

Binance launches in Syria: What users need to know

Binance, which holds 21 regulatory licenses worldwide, will enable Syrian users to access a full suite of crypto services

Apple just leveled up AirPods: Here’s what’s new

Creators, including podcasters, interviewers, and musicians, can now record clearer, more natural-sounding audio directly through their AirPods

Etihad increases flights to Karachi: Here’s what travellers need to know

The enhanced schedule, with optimised departure and arrival times, is designed to offer maximum convenience and seamless connectivity

Emirates launches free coach service for Clark flights

The dedicated coach service will operate for Emirates passengers holding valid Economy Class tickets issued by the airline

Trump and Musk battle it out over contracts, impeachment

The hostilities between the former allies intensified when the president criticised Tesla CEO Musk in the Oval Office