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John Dennehy

John Dennehy

Senior Reporter
John is a senior reporter based in the UAE and has reported extensively across the country and Middle East - from the UN climate change talks to stories about abandoned Soviet-era planes in the Northern Emirates. He is particularly interested in documenting how major issues affect people's everyday lives. John has hosted a podcast at The National and frequently appears on its weekly online show, A Closer Look. He has also written a book on the First World War.
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Thousands gather for a Christmas morning service at St Mary's Catholic Church in Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National
UAE's Christians mark Christmas Day with services in several languages

Festive sermons across the nation spread message of hope 'in world of turmoil'

UAEDecember 25, 2025
Unsettled weather is unlikely to dampen the festive spirit across the Emirates. The National
UAE weather: What is the Christmas forecast and will there be rain?

NCM warns of showers particularly on the islands and in parts of the Northern Emirates

UAEDecember 24, 2025
A vast number of Filipinos attend a Simbang Gabi service at St Mary's Catholic Church in Oud Metha. Antonie Robertson / The National
Tens of thousands of Filipinos celebrate Simbang Gabi mass in Dubai

Nine-day tradition leading up to Christmas is nearing its end

UAEDecember 23, 2025
Judha Nugraha pictured in Abu Dhabi. The ambassador hailed the 'very good relations' between the leaders of the UAE and Indonesia. Victor Besa / The National
InterviewIndonesia's new UAE ambassador makes trade and protecting workers top priorities

Judha Nugraha wants to develop economic ties and advance a deal for migrant workers in run-up to diplomatic relations milestone

UAEDecember 17, 2025
The move aims to boost sustainability. Antonie Robertson / The National
Expanded UAE ban on single-use plastic products to begin in January

Many items in average takeaway order no longer allowed

UAEDecember 16, 2025
The Dubai to Sharjah road that was opened in 1966. Deira Clock Tower can be seen in the distance. Photo: Michael Hamilton-Clark
How the E11 motorway drove Sheikh Zayed's vision for the UAE

From his early tours of the emirates to the construction of the road, the Founding Father's vision is explored in a talk at Dubai's Etihad Museum

UAEDecember 12, 2025
The ghaf thrives in desert environments due to its heat tolerance and deep roots that can tap the water table. Photo: Abu Dhabi Environment Agency
Major study into genetic blueprint of UAE's ghaf trees to help conservation

Two-year study collected samples from valleys, deserts and mountains and discovered one genetically original population

UAEDecember 11, 2025
Darragh O’Brien, Irish Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy and Minister for Transport during an interview in Abu Dhabi. Ryan Lim for The National
InterviewIreland can be bridge between UAE and EU, transport minister says

Darragh O'Brien describes countries as partners ahead of key trade meeting

UAEDecember 09, 2025
The UAE has helped the polio vaccination drive in countries such as Pakistan. Photo: Wam
Global leaders announce $1.9bn pledge in Abu Dhabi to help eradicate polio

Major health announcement aims to protect 370 million children every year

UAEDecember 08, 2025
US personnel in Sharjah during the Second World War with the ‘Sharja Mermaid’ – a six-wheel drive amphibious truck. Photo: John L Rato collection at the US Library of Congress
Operation desert softball: How Sharjah's US base helped Second World War effort

New book chronicles the Gulf outpost that bolstered the Allied effort - and illustrates how the troops kept themselves entertained there

UAENovember 28, 2025
Prof Duncan Ivison, president and vice-chancellor of The University of Manchester. Antonie Robertson / The National
UK education leader calls for students to be prepared for AI

University of Manchester's president and vice chancellor says AI is changing jobs market - and students must be ready

UAENovember 24, 2025
The Indian Air Force repatriated Wing Commander Namansh Syal, who was killed in an accident during an aerial display at Dubai Airshow. Photo: Indian Air Force
Body of pilot killed in Dubai Airshow crash flown back to India

UAE forces provide ceremonial guard of honour for repatriation of remains

UAENovember 22, 2025
Osama Al Shafar. Photo: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed / X
Dubai Crown Prince leads tributes to Emirati who led rise of cycling in UAE

Osama Al Shafar was widely regarded as the face of the sport in the UAE

UAENovember 20, 2025
Cop30 is due to end on Friday but the deadline is often extended. Mauro Pimentel / AFP
Pressure builds to clinch deal in Cop30's closing days

Experts in UAE say talks still matter as decision on next host remains deadlocked

UAENovember 18, 2025
Dubai's bustling Deira district has many amenities nearby, such as traditional souqs. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Why old Dubai could hold the secret to easing modern-day traffic woes

People in Deira, Bur Dubai and old Satwa walk the city's streets because amenities are so close

UAENovember 15, 2025
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