Dubai's RTA has opened a 500-metre bridge on Al Mustaqbal Street, cutting travel time from DWTC during major events from ten minutes to two. The bridge is part of a AED 633 million project that will also deliver three tunnels and wider road lanes, with further openings scheduled through early 2027.
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Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Commerce has recalled 27,360 Chevrolet vehicles across three model lines due to a driver's-side airbag inflator defect capable of ejecting metal fragments in a crash. Owners can arrange free repairs through General Motors, Aljomaih Automotive, or Universal Motors Agencies.
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As UAE families prepare for the new school year, some parents face 'empty nest syndrome' when children leave home for university or independence. Experts describe this as a family transition, not a diagnosis, involving sadness and role confusion, but also an opportunity for personal growth and redefined relationships.
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Fractional has launched in the UAE, offering SMEs part-time access to C-suite executives. This model addresses the gap between business leadership needs and the cost of permanent hires, capitalising on a global rise in fractional work and executives relocating to the region. The service matches companies with experienced leaders who advise and execute, providing senior oversight without the full expense of a permanent role.
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Instagram has unveiled its first brand refresh in more than ten years, introducing a bolder script wordmark and a redesigned visual system with three new typefaces. The rollout is global now, with the full identity continuing through 2026.
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The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps attack on two ADNOC-affiliated vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. No injuries were reported, but the UAE called the strike an act of piracy and demanded Iran reopen the waterway unconditionally.
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Oil prices edged up on Friday after falling more than 2 per cent in the previous session, with Brent rising 0.1 per cent to $87.16 per barrel. Both benchmarks remain on course for weekly gains of around 4 per cent.
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Gold fell 0.5 per cent on Friday to $4,330.37 per ounce as investors took profits following a two-month high. Silver, platinum, and palladium also declined, with the latter two hitting their lowest levels since 4 August.
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