Emirates has become the first airline to reach one million followers on Instagram. The Dubai-based carrier launched its account on the photo and video sharing platform in November 2013 and in less than three years has collected over 5.8 million likes. Its other online achievements include becoming the first airline to hit 500,000 followers on LinkedIn. Emirates now has a combined social media community size of 11 million users across Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+ and Instagram.
IMF approves $8.1 billion loan for Ukraine
The International Monetary Fund's executive board has approved an $8.1 billion, four-year loan for Ukraine on Thursday, with $1.5 billion to be disbursed immediately to help keep the government running as its war against Russia's invasion drags into a fifth year.
Paramount Skydance wins Warner Bros, Netflix walks away
Paramount Skydance has emerged as the winner in a months-long battle to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, after streaming giant Netflix on Thursday refused to raise its bid for the storied Hollywood studio.
Dubai's flydubai reports record AED2.2 billion pre-tax profit in 2025
Dubai carrier flydubai has posted a strong 2025 performance driven by record revenue, passenger growth and strategic network expansion, with profit before tax reported at AED2.2 billion ($591 million).
Warner Bros reopens door to Paramount, putting Netflix deal in doubt
Warner Bros Discovery has opened the door on Tuesday to Paramount Skydance after the rival bidder raised its offer to $31 per share.
Etihad Airways announces record AED2.6 billion profit for 2025
Etihad Airways has reported a record AED2.6 billion profit for 2025, the strongest financial performance in its history.
