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 Groups announces AED4.1 billion pre-tax profit in H1 2026
The Emirates Group has posted a profit before tax of AED 4.1 billion ($1.1 billion) for the first six months of 2026-27, despite disruptions and high fuel prices due to the regional conflict.
Disney's Pixar names Jonathan Garson president as Jim Morris steps back
Pixar Animation Studios announced on Wednesday that veteran Jonathan Garson will become president on January 4, replacing Jim Morris, who will step back from day-to-day leadership ahead of his eventual retirement.
DIP Holding places final IPO price
The final offer price for DIP Holding’s initial public offering (IPO) has been set at AED 1.12 per share following stronger investor demand.
Gulfood Manufacturing brings global industry leaders to Dubai
Food security, domestic production and supply chain resilience are taking centre stage in Dubai as Gulfood Manufacturing 2026 brings together manufacturers, technology providers and industry leaders from around the world.
ADNOC Gas signs five-year LNG supply agreement with TotalEnergies
ADNOC Gas and its subsidiaries on Tuesday announced a five-year liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreement with TotalEnergies for up to 1.6 million tonnes of LNG.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has attended a ceremony honouring government entities, leaders and professionals for their distinguished performance.
The UAE is marking the third anniversary of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, launched on November 5, 2023, under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to provide humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
The UAE's Armed Forces will showcase their capabilities and combat readiness during the 11th Union Fortress military parade in Liwa City this December.
