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      Haneen Dajani

      Haneen Dajani

      Senior Reporter
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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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      Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, March 10, 2020. Lulu Hypermarket going plastic bag free and cleanliness-conscious to combat the Covid-19 outbreak. Rashid Awad checking out using reusable grocery bags. Victor Besa / The National Section: NA Reporter: Haneen Dajani
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      Abu Dhabi shoppers on board with plastic bag phase-out

      Customers will soon have to choose long-lasting carriers, as disposable bags are phased out by next year

      EnvironmentMarch 10, 2020
      The average UAE shopper uses about 1,100 plastic bags each year - compared to the global average of 300, according to official estimates. The new measures will force retailers to charge and encourage the public to ditch them. Pawan Singh / The National
      Abu Dhabi to phase out disposable plastics

      Far-reaching policy, including ban on plastic bags within two years and bottle-return scheme to encourage recycling, announced to protect environment

      EnvironmentMarch 10, 2020
      Members of The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity, with Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al Azhar. The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity
      Religious authority warns against racial abuse amid virus outbreak

      The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity urged the public to be mindful of others

      GovernmentMarch 10, 2020
      Nouf and Abdulla Asharqi outside their food truck in Marsa Mina district in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
      Emirati siblings' food truck business takes off

      The siblings opened The Gang in December 2019 and serve about 20 customers daily

      UAEMarch 09, 2020
      Malkit Singh goes through a temperature scanner at the Guru Nanak Darbar Sikh temple in Dubai. The scanners have been installed to help combat the spread of coronavirus. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Mosques, churches and temples take precautions against Covid-19

      Churches and temples install measures to help curb spread of virus

      HealthMarch 06, 2020
      Obaid Al Tayer, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, during a Federal National Council meeting. Victor Besa / The National
      FNC debates delay of federal health insurance law

      Members question why proposed legislation has not been passed

      HealthMarch 05, 2020
      Swarms of locusts have been a troublesome issue in the Middle East in recent weeks. Courtesy: Reuters
      Abu Dhabi authorities exterminate swarm on Saudi border

      Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority begins extermination process in Al Sila

      EnvironmentMarch 05, 2020
      Former Grand Mosque preacher and TV personality Waseem Yousef was accused of spreading hatred and sedition. Antonie Robertson / The National.
      Former Grand Mosque preacher counter-sued over Twitter posts

      Waseem Yousef, a well-known TV personality in the UAE, is accused of spreading racism

      CourtsMarch 04, 2020
      Mosques across the Emirates will be disinfected as part of efforts to contain the coronavirus. Victor Besa/The National
      Coronavirus: cleaning operation under way at UAE mosques

      Imam podiums, carpets and books will be replaced as part of efforts to boost public safety

      HealthMarch 04, 2020
      FNC Deputy Speaker Hamad Al Rahoomi. Victor Besa / The National
      Too early to evaluate the impact of VAT on UAE economy, says minister

      The country expects to boost its GDP to Dh1.5 trillion this year

      GovernmentMarch 03, 2020
      The Ruler of Sharjah​​​​​​, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi and his wife Sheikha Jawaher Al Qasimi launch the 10th edition of the Pink Caravan Ride. Courtesy: WAM
      Sharjah Cancer research centre to open in March

      The announcement was made during the launch of this year's Pink Caravan Ride

      HealthFebruary 27, 2020
      Gene therapy patient Alia with her father Mubarak (L) and surgeons at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Courtesy of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
      Emirati sisters saved from blindness by gene therapy procedure

      The sisters Alia, 13, and Hessa, 11, are affected by retinal dystrophy - a rare genetic disorder that affects their ability to see, especially in dim light

      HealthFebruary 25, 2020
      More than 700 Abu Dhabi workers have received Dh26 million in unpaid wages through the emirate's mobile court. Courtesy: Abu Dhabi Judicial Department.
      More than 700 Abu Dhabi workers receive Dh26 million in unpaid wages

      Court ruling ends a pay dispute that lingered for more than a year

      CourtsFebruary 24, 2020
      Branch seven of Panaderia Bakery in Abu Dhabi closed for five days in January. Courtesy Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority
      Popular Filipino bakery reopens in Abu Dhabi

      A branch of Panaderia Bakery closed briefly in January after being issued a notice by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority

      UAEFebruary 23, 2020
      The Commonwealth of Dominica. Alamy
      Emiratis awarded visa-free entry to Commonwealth of Dominica

      Holders of Dominican passports will be able to obtain e-visas for entry to the UAE

      GovernmentFebruary 23, 2020
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