A SpaceX rocket with a newly designed unmanned crew capsule blasted off on Saturday for the International Space Station.
SpaceX's Crew Dragon's test flight lifted off at 0749 GMT from NASA’s Kennedy Space Flight Centre in Florida, carrying a test dummy nicknamed Ripley.
If the mission is successful, the American space agency is likely to approve it for regular astronaut use from later this year.
The launch also marks a key milestone for Elon Musk's space company, who want to get people to Mars.
Emirates Group marks record annual profits with 20-week staff bonus
Emirates Group will offer its staff a 20-week bonus after achieving annual record profits of AED 24.5 billion despite facing a disruptive final month of the 2025-2026 financial year due to the Iran war.
UAE to develop a defence industrial free zone in Abu Dhabi
Al Selmiyyah, a suburb in Abu Dhabi, will turn into a zone that will be dedicated to advancing defence manufacturing in the UAE.
Apple settles lawsuit over late Siri AI features for $250 million
Apple has settled for $250 million on Tuesday in a shareholder lawsuit brought after the company delayed artificial-intelligence upgrades to its Siri voice assistant.
UAE plans to establish global defence manufacturing hub
The UAE is planning to establish a global defence manufacturing hub in partnership with South Korea’s LIG Defense and Aerospace.
UAE signs contract to purchase C-390 Millennium aircraft for air force
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has witnessed the signing of a contract to purchase C-390 Millennium aircraft for the UAE air force.
The UAE has announced the formation of the National Committee for Documenting Acts of Aggression, International Crimes, and Resulting Damages, reflecting the country’s institutional approach to documenting violations in line with the highest legal and technical standards.
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has shared a message highlighting the impact of the "Make it in the Emirates" exhibition in building a "more resilient and sustainable national industrial model" for the UAE.
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has inaugurated the AED700 million Khorfakkan Resort that will enhance tourism and investment in the Emirate.
