Busan: US stock indices closed lower on Friday as the S and P 500 retreated from its record high, pressured by shares of chip-equipment maker Applied Materials, as investors assessed retail sales data that came in weaker than expected.

According to …

Busan: European stocks closed mixed on Friday: European stocks closed mixed on Friday, reflecting varied performances across key markets in the region. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index experienced a decline of 0.21%, settling at 657.86 points, marking…

Belgium: Belgium recorded its hottest 13 August since measurements began on Thursday, with 32.2°C measured in Uccle, according to Royal Meteorological Institute forecaster David Dehenauw. The previous record for 13 August was 32.1°C, set last year. It…

Dubai: The UAE is continuing to expand its network of economic and trade partnerships with global markets, as part of efforts to strengthen the openness of the national economy, diversify export markets, enhance the competitiveness of the private sect…

Abu dhabi: The 32nd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival officially got under way on Saturday night under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Zayed for Good Foundation and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi…

Jakarta: The Indonesian government is targeting Indonesia’s economic growth to reach 6% year-on-year in 2027, according to the 2027 Draft State Budget (RAPBN) presented on Friday.

According to Emirates News Agency, President Prabowo Subianto stated …

Abu dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Denis Sassou Nguesso of the Democratic Republic of the Congo on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day.

According to Emir…

Abu dhabi: The organising committee of the 32nd Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival 2026 has announced the participation of 763 players across four major tournaments, with the first day of competitions set to take place Saturday, 15 August at the R…