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The Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce has launched the RAK Ambassador programme, inviting residents and citizens to refer international visitors to the emirate in exchange for exclusive rewards. The scheme runs from August to October 2026 and sits within the targets of Ras Al Khaimah Vision 2030. Read more →

Egyptian actor Mohamed Ramadan posted photos on Instagram from a visit to Marasi on Egypt's North Coast, appearing alongside Emirati developer Mohamed Alabbar. Ramadan captioned the post: "With my brother Mohamed Alabbar, owner of Marasi." Read more →

UAE presidential diplomatic adviser Anwar Gargash has rejected circulating claims that the country cancelled labour residency permits or provided financial assistance to Iran, calling them false and part of coordinated disinformation. He said the UAE's response to such campaigns is through action and results, not words. Read more →

OpenAI has launched a dedicated ChatGPT version for teenagers, featuring parental monitoring tools, study modes, and automated alerts for at-risk behaviour. The move comes as the company faces legal challenges over AI's psychological effects on minors and prepares for its IPO. Read more →

Oil rose for a fourth straight session in early Asian trade, with Brent climbing to $91.28 per barrel and WTI reaching $85.31. Both benchmarks closed at their highest levels since 24 July in Tuesday's session, as supply uncertainty continued to support prices. Read more →

Spot gold gained 0.2% to $4,342.33 per ounce in early Asian trade on Wednesday, partially recovering from a near-2% drop the session before. Traders are waiting on Federal Reserve meeting minutes, with Treasury yields easing from recent highs. Read more →

The US dollar slipped toward multi-month lows as Treasury yields eased from recent highs. The euro nudged up to $1.1577, sterling held at $1.3533 ahead of UK inflation data, and the yen steadied at 159.56 per dollar. Read more →

The UAE has suspended all trade and financial transactions with Iran until further notice, citing regional escalation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the move aligns with international law and the country's commitment to protecting the global financial system. Read more →

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