Two US service members were killed and one remains missing after Iranian missile and drone strikes hit Jordan on Friday. The deaths bring the American toll in the ongoing conflict with Iran to 14. Read more →

Abu Dhabi's real estate market recorded AED117 billion in transactions during the first half of 2026, with deal value up 112 per cent year-on-year. Foreign direct investment hit AED13.8 billion in six months, already surpassing the full-year 2025 FDI total. Read more →

Kuwait International Airport suspended operations amid Iranian missile and drone strikes. Kuwait Airways rescheduled flights as air defences confronted ongoing attacks. Iran's IRGC claimed responsibility, stating they targeted US support hubs and radar systems. Read more →

Dubai's property market shows resilience, with buyers considering long-term value in ownership, particularly for villas and townhouses. While demand remains strong, market normalisation means buyers must be more discerning about location, developer, and property type. Renting offers flexibility for those with shorter-term plans. Read more →

Argentina face Spain in the 2026 World Cup final on Sunday, with a win making them the first team to retain the title since Brazil in 1962. No team in the six decades since has managed to defend the trophy successfully. Read more →

Icons of Porsche has confirmed its sixth edition will take place in Dubai on 21–22 November 2026. Full event details and ticket sales are expected to be announced later this year. Read more →

Sotheby's sold Pelé's number 10 shirt from the 1958 World Cup final for $4.9 million on Thursday, making it the most valuable memorabilia ever linked to the Brazilian legend. The jersey, worn when Pelé was just 17, is now the second most expensive football shirt ever sold at auction. Read more →

Netflix posted $12.56 billion in second-quarter revenue, up 13% year-on-year but just below analyst expectations, sending shares down more than 8% after hours. The company narrowed its full-year 2026 revenue guidance and said it still expects to nearly double advertising income to around $3 billion. Read more →