ADNOC confirmed one of its vessels was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on the evening of Friday, 14 August. No injuries were reported and the company said the situation is under control, urging the public to rely only on official sources. Read more →

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. Read more →

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. Read more →

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. Read more →

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. Read more →

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. Read more →

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. Read more →

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. Read more →