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      Haneen Dajani

      Haneen Dajani

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      Haneen is a senior reporter at The National and was part of the launch team. Since then, she has covered a hybrid of beats in the UAE, including courts and justice, religious affairs, police and crime, adventure and community stories. She also covered a number of stories outside the UAE, including interviews with former extremists. She is an adventurer and athlete in the making, and has climbed Europe’s highest peak. She has a green belt in Shotokan.
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      Jehan Ameen was injured when a gas blast tore through a building on Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Road, Abu Dhabi, on August 31. Victor Besa / The National
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      Abu Dhabi tenants return to collect belongings two months on from gas blast

      Three people were killed in the explosion and hundreds left temporarily homeless

      UAEOctober 26, 2020
      Members of the Desert Shield Fitness cycling team - (L to R) - Rolf Jager, Mohammed Ibrahim and Abdulla Al Blooshi . Victor Besa / The National
      Cycling grows in popularity in Abu Dhabi as new routes are added

      Plans are under way to connect Arabian Gulf Street with Saadiyat Island, and Reem Island with the Eastern Mangroves

      TransportOctober 23, 2020
      UAE astronauts
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      UAE in space: a glimpse of the hardcore training that prepared astronaut Hazza Al Mansouri

      The Emirati astronaut was trained to deal with an unlikely crash-landing in a hostile environment

      ScienceOctober 20, 2020
      Breast cancer survivor, Azza Al Jiely, was four months pregnant when she discovered she had a tumour. Victor Besa / The National
      Breast cancer month: Abu Dhabi mother urges pregnant women to get early treatment

      Azza Al Jiely, who was four months pregnant when she first had cancer diagnosed, survived two bouts of the disease

      HealthOctober 19, 2020
      The Career Guidance initiative has been started by The Federal Youth Authority, an organisation tasked to promote young talent in vital sectors in the UAE. Getty
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      UAE’s youth authority teams up with LinkedIn to guide Emirati jobseekers

      The initiative helps young candidates connect with recruiters and potential employers

      GovernmentOctober 18, 2020
      Beach facilities with life guards pre-opening of Hudayriat beach. Antonie Robertson / The National
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      Top things to do on Abu Dhabi's Hudayriat Island this winter

      A main waterfront project on the island will formally open within the next 30 days

      EnvironmentOctober 15, 2020
      Breast cancer survivor Dr Radwa Helal and husband, Dr. Khaled Omar. Victor Besa/The National.
      Breast cancer survivor sends message of hope

      Dr Radwa Helal battled the disease while living alone with her three daughters

      HealthOctober 15, 2020
      After learning the basics on Youtube, Mohammed Al Mansoori perfected his kitesurfing skills in the waters. Antonie Robertson / The National
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      Emirati surfing champion is making waves after recovery from horror accident

      Mohammed Al Mansoori was given a new lease of life by surfing after spending years recovering from bike accident

      UAEOctober 13, 2020
      Sherif Dahan, the founder and chief executive of Toyit, said he wants to encourage parents to buy and sell second hand clothes and toys. Antonie Robertson / The National
      Toyit clicks with UAE parents who want to donate used toys

      Website aims to teach children habit of donating, reusing and recycling

      EnvironmentOctober 11, 2020
      Mental health has become a priority during Covid-19 with thousands seeking help online, health officials said. Antonie Robertson / The National
      Thousands seeking mental health support online during pandemic

      More than 2,000 psychological sessions and 5,600 remote consultations held since April

      HealthOctober 10, 2020
      Abu Dhabi traffic could be permanently reduced because of the pandemic with more companies offering flexible working hours. Pawan Singh / The National
      Abu Dhabi motorist racks up Dh1.4m in unpaid fines

      A senior police officer said a new law was introduced to combat motorists failing to pay off huge financial penalties

      TransportOctober 08, 2020
      Fog reported in areas of Dubai, the Northern Emirates and Al Dhafra on Tuesday. Pawan Singh / The National
      Morning fog causes traffic jam on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai

      Visibility was reduced to less than 1,000 metres in some areas

      EnvironmentOctober 06, 2020
      Dr Mouza Al Ameri, head of Breast Care Centre at Tawam Hospital, Al Ain. Victor Besa / The National
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      Inside the UAE cancer unit saving lives amid Covid-19

      Abu Dhabi's main public sector oncology department has expanded facilities, as fewer residents now go abroad for treatment

      HealthOctober 05, 2020
      Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Reporter: Patrick Ryan. News. Covid-19/Coronavirus. People go to be tested at the Mina Rashid Covid-19 screening centre in Dubai. Thursday, July 2nd, 2020. Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Dubai testing centre workers gave out negative Covid results for cash, police say

      Two people were arrested over the scam, which allowed drivers to enter Abu Dhabi untested

      CourtsSeptember 29, 2020
      Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, September 28, 2020. First day back to classes on the reopening of British School Al Khubayrat, with Covid-19 protocols for the safety of students, faculty and parents. The students are given a Covid-19 campus traffic rules tour by the teachers. Victor Besa/The National Section: NA Reporter: Haneen Dajani
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      Abu Dhabi high school pupils 'in it together' on return to classroom

      Senior pupils are helping younger learners adapt to new safety measures at British School Al Khubairat

      EducationSeptember 28, 2020
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