Business from Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
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Meta trial that could reshape Facebook, Instagram gets underway
A coalition of US states suing Meta Platforms over claims Facebook and Instagram were designed in ways that harmed young users' mental health began making its case on Tuesday in California federal court in a trial that could reshape some of the most popular apps on the planet.
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Dubai Police impounds 497 vehicles over unpaid traffic finesAs many as 497 vehicles have been seized over unpaid traffic fines and expired registrations during the first half of 2026, Dubai Police announced on Sunday, adding that some penalties amounted to "tens of thousands of dirhams".
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Dubai adopts unified government workforce productivity systemThe Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has announced the adoption of the 'Workforce Productivity Measurement System' as a unified government-wide system following a five-year development journey.
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UAE, Egypt discuss expanded oil, gas drilling programmeAbdullah Ateya Al Messabi, CEO of ADNOC Drilling, has discussed strategic partnerships with Karim Badawi, Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, to support higher oil and gas production.
