The UAE Presidential Court has declared a four-day mourning period following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Qatar's former Emir. Flags will fly at half-mast at all UAE government institutions and diplomatic missions abroad from Sunday, 12 July, through Wednesday, 15 July. Read more →

Dubai's RTA has awarded a AED 2 billion contract for the 12-kilometre Latifa bint Hamdan Corridor, connecting Sheikh Zayed Road to Emirates Road. The project, due by end of 2028, is projected to cut a key cross-city journey from 33 minutes to 15. Read more →

Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in Kansas City to advance to the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time to seal the win, setting up a last-four clash against England. Read more →

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Qatar's former Emir, died on Sunday at 74. He ruled from 1995 to 2013, overseeing Qatar's rise as a global LNG exporter and securing the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Read more →

The UAE Ministry of Defence has confirmed its air defence systems are actively intercepting ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones from Iran. Residents are urged not to touch any debris and to report it by calling 999. Read more →

Ten people, including the pilot, died when a plane crashed in the northern Andros archipelago in the Bahamas on the country's Independence Day. Prime Minister Philip Davis said what was meant to be a day of celebration had become one of remembrance. Read more →

Aldar has announced Yas Point, a AED 6 billion mixed-use waterfront development on the northern side of Yas Island. Spanning 600,000 sqm, the project will deliver 1,600 residences, a five-star hotel, an international school, and retail and leisure space, with capacity for 5,000 residents. Read more →