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UAE, Russia sign trade and investment agreement to double trade turnover within 5 years

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Syria signs $14 billion investment deals for 12 strategic projects including airport and metro

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OpenAI launches new gpt-oss models optimized for local use, excelling in coding and health queries

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UAE public holidays 2025: When will the Prophet’s birthday be celebrated?

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July 2025 magazine

UAE Gold Rate
Type	Morning	Evening	Yesterday
Ounce	12,721.33		12,690.22
24K	409.00		408.00
22K	378.75		377.75
21K	363.25		362.25
18K	311.25		310.50

*Source: Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group.

All prices are in AED

Last update: 09 August 2025

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China maintains A+ credit rating from S&P Global as growth projections remain positive

S&P’s stable outlook reflects confidence in China achieving self-sustaining growth over the next years

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PIF’s Neo Space Group launches first earth observation marketplace in Saudi Arabia

Platform is expected to drive the expansion of Earth observation data availability across a range of applications in key sectors

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OMNIYAT’s blueprint for success in Dubai’s ultra-luxury property segment

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The rise of spacetech as a new economic frontier

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As Agentic AI reshapes the workforce, businesses must proactively redeploy talent

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque tops Middle East attractions, ranks 8th worldwide in 2025

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Fujairah was also ranked among the top 10 percent of landmarks worldwide

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Smiles, Etihad Airways team up for new loyalty points integration

Through the partnership, customers can now link their Smiles and Etihad Guest accounts to instantly convert points and miles between the two programs

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Hospitality & Tourism

Emirates implements new safety regulations for power bank use onboard

Emirates customers are still permitted to carry one power bank onboard with specific conditions, but the power banks may not be used while in the aircraft cabin

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Hospitality & Tourism

Diriyah, THC partner to explore integration of advanced air mobility solutions across development

The two companies will explore the potential of incorporating urban air mobility services within Diriyah’s urban framework

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UAE travel: 60 percent trust AI for planning, but human touch still matters

Human connection remains vital as AI tools reshape hospitality and customer service dynamics

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Hospitality & Tourism

PIF’s Adeera to operate portfolio of hotels across Qiddiya City

Announcement marks the public reveal of Adeera’s portfolio of Saudi-born hotel brands

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Air Arabia Abu Dhabi expands network with increased flight frequency to Baku, Tbilisi

The airline now operates non-stop flights to Baku’s Heydar Aliyev International Airport with a frequency of six weekly flights