Donald Trump posted a warning on Truth Social threatening to bomb a bridge or power plant in Tehran each time Iran fires on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The statement carries significant implications for Gulf energy markets and comes amid active US-Iran nuclear negotiations. Read more →

Hans Zimmer will perform at Etihad Arena on Yas Island on 13 November 2026, as part of the 23rd Abu Dhabi Festival. The show features his 19-piece band and scores from The Lion King, Gladiator, Interstellar, and Dune: Part One. Read more →

India's Embassy in Abu Dhabi has handed consular, passport, visa, and attestation services to Al Hind Tours & Travels from July 22. The 16 new application centres across the UAE replace direct access at the Embassy and Dubai Consulate, with a AED 19 service charge per application. Read more →

Aldar has launched Marsa Al Saadiyat, a AED100 billion master development on Saadiyat Island, witnessed by Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince. The 6.4 million square metre project will house more than 58,000 residents and include the emirate's largest marina, with first home sales starting in H2 2026. Read more →

voco Bonnington Dubai is offering a 36-hour staycation package priced at one night's rate, with check-in from 9am and check-out at 9pm the following day. Breakfast is included on both mornings and children stay free, with the offer running on bookings through 6 September 2026. Read more →

Keeta has teamed up with Empire Entertainment on a UAE promotional campaign tied to Sony Pictures' Spider-Man: Brand New Day, opening July 30. The campaign includes in-app challenges, mall pop-ups, and cinema prize giveaways. Read more →

New off-plan launches in Dubai fell from around 45,000 units in Q1 2026 to roughly 5,000 in Q2, according to Betterhomes. The brokerage says the contraction reflects stronger developers coming to market and improving delivery rates, with buyers gaining more negotiating room as a result. Read more →

SolitAir, the Dubai-based B2B cargo airline, has secured UK Civil Aviation Authority Third Country Operator certification, giving it regulatory clearance to fly into British airspace. The approval adds to existing EASA and UAE GCAA authorisations, completing a regulatory foothold across two of the world's most tightly regulated aviation markets. Read more →