Adjusted EBITDA AED 4,506 million ($1,227 million), higher by 11 per cent year-on-year, reflecting strong underlying performance and a supportive aluminium pricing environment. Strong progress on the Al Taweelah restoration programme, with ~18% of reduction cells in smelter restarted, and production ramp-ups underway at alumina refinery and recycling plant. Resilient supply chain, with alternative logistics routes outside the Strait of Hormuz maintaining raw materials supplies

Etihad Guest members can redeem miles on Business and Economy cabins across STARLUX’s network from 11 August, with reciprocal earning and redemption across both programmes to follow later this year Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, announces a frequent flyer partnership with Taiwan-based STARLUX Airlines’ COSMILE loyalty programme. The partnership marks the next stage in the airlines’ strategic relationshi…

Pattaya, Thailand – 11 August 2026 – Thailand welcomed outstanding young learners from across Asia…

Abdulaziz Al Mulla: “The FTA is adopting ambitious plans to advance digital transformation and establish a pioneering, future-ready government experience.” Expansion of platforms available through the Digital Tourist VAT Refund System for purchases made via e-commerce Abu Dhabi, 5 August 2026: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has confirmed that the Digital Tourist VAT Refund System continues to expand across the UAE, delivering strong operational results during the first half of 2026. The number of retail outlets registered with the Authority and electronically connected to the system rose by 5.9% to approximately 19,340 outlets by the

Abu Dhabi, August 5: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team, sponsored by Mubadala Investment Company, will begin its adult division campaign on Thursday as the 2026 Jiu-Jitsu World Championship enters a decisive stage at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. After an impressive start that has seen the UAE collect 52 medals across the Under-14, Under-16, Under 18 and Under-21 categories, the spotlight now shifts to the senior athletes, with a 23-member squad set to compete across 13 weight divisions as the hosts continue their pursuit of a seventh consecutive world title. Hosted by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation and organised by the Ji

With culture, sports, entertainment and more, here’s everything for your radar for the coming fortnight (10-23 August) We’re in the middle of summer in Abu Dhabi, and the next two weeks bring one of the year’s biggest arena nights, a colourful family sing-along, art exhibitions, a new museum offer for UAE residents, indulgent meals and more. With 100+ experiences and offers running throughout the season and Kids Go Free deals across 40 hotels, you won’t be short of things to do over the next two weeks.Summer tip: Feel brand new with a spa treatment, a relaxing day pass or an island staycation, with many summer offers featuring flexible 24-ho