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      Alexander Christou

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      Alexander is a Greek-American reporter on the UAE news desk. As a trainee in The National's 2025 graduate programme, he worked with the multimedia team to produce videos. Working in newsrooms around the globe, he was part of CNN Academy's 2023 cohort and wrote for the Buenos Aires Times in Argentina. He graduated from New York University Abu Dhabi with a bachelor's degree in social research and public policy, and minors in Arabic and creative writing.

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      UAEJune 22, 2026
      Deb Jones, deputy head of pastoral at Dubai College, believes the new legislation could inspire a cultural shift. Photo: Dubai College
      School heads say new social media rules will 'protect childhood in digital age'

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      UAEJune 17, 2026
      Players, group photos and team crests are represented in the Panini World Cup stickers. The National
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      Collectors' group that started during Qatar tournament in 2022 now has members from dozens of countries

      UAEJune 15, 2026
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      MENAJune 12, 2026
      The World Cup can serve as a unifying event to bring people of all cultures and backgrounds together, one fan said. EPA
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      World Cup 2026June 11, 2026
      Abdulsalam Aljarmah has arrived in the US after a months-long road trip celebrating Jordan's historic World Cup qualification. Photo: Abdulsalam Aljarmah
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      UAEJune 10, 2026
      Jobseekers are using the method of 'cold caking' to make themselves stand out to potential employers and hopefully be hired. Getty Images
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      UAEJune 08, 2026
      Property experts say the move is great news for renters, particularly those about to renew their tenancy. Victor Besa / The National
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      UAEJune 02, 2026
      Improving the teaching of Arabic in schools is a key part of the new strategy. Photo: Adek
      UAE's new Arabic language law to boost 'national identity'

      Incentives will encourage organisations to adopt Arabic across everyday tasks

      UAEMay 28, 2026
      Karan Mehrotra, pictured with his wife Garima Bhambri, is sticking to his travel plans after a recent trip to Armenia was cancelled due to the Iran war. Photo: Karan Mehrotra
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      Holidaymakers determined to make the most of extended Eid Al Adha break

      UAEMay 26, 2026
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      Guests look closer to home for breaks amid rising flight prices and discount deals

      UAEMay 25, 2026
      NYUAD students enjoyed a memorable graduation ceremony at Etihad Arena. Antonie Robertson / The National
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      NYUAD graduates enjoy unforgettable celebrations after academic upheaval

      UAEMay 20, 2026
      The first phase of the Dubai Loop project is set to launch in 2028. Photo: Dubai Media Office
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      UAEMay 18, 2026
      The new range of Swatch Royal Pop watches was due to go on sale at Dubai Mall on Saturday. Bloomberg
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