Emirates airline and Arsenal have unveiled a 2.4-metre illuminated crest at the Emirates Stadium in London, handbuilt in Dubai from components salvaged from retired A380 and 777 aircraft. The piece, which took 34 days and a team of 15 to complete, marks 20 years of the two organisations' partnership. Read more →

Brent crude futures climbed $1.20 to $84.79 a barrel on Monday, approaching the $85 mark. WTI also advanced, gaining $1.12 to $79.29 a barrel. Read more →

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned an Iranian missile strike on an ADNOC-affiliated carrier in the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as an act of piracy by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps. No injuries were reported, but the UAE called for an immediate halt to attacks and the unconditional reopening of the strait. Read more →

Dubai International Airport has become the first non-mall venue to host the Dubai Mallathon, transforming Terminal 3 into an indoor walking track. Weekly sessions run every Friday through August, closing on Emirati Women's Day on 28 August. Read more →

Geopolitical tensions have tripled shipping costs for iD Fresh Food, prompting the company to accelerate GCC production plans. CEO PC Musthafa stated they will not compromise food quality with preservatives, instead building closer to consumers. The firm is establishing new facilities to reduce freight dependence and maintain its commitment to natural ingredients. Read more →

The UAE has declared Friday, 28 August 2026 a public holiday for the Prophet's Birthday, covering federal government entities and the private sector. The announcement was issued by the UAE Government Media Office. Read more →

Emaar Properties posted a 25.6 per cent rise in net profit to AED 11.1 billion in the first half of 2026, driven by a surge in residential sales revenue. Hospitality revenue fell amid regional geopolitical tension, and the group recorded a AED 135 million impairment linked to conflict-related uncertainty. Read more →

Abu Dhabi Police and the Civil Defence Authority are responding to a fire at a construction site on Yas Island on the morning of Friday, 7 August 2026. Authorities have released no details on the scale of the blaze and are asking the public to follow official sources only. Read more →