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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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Dubai’s 2040 Urban Master Plan aims to transform the emirate, making it more sustainable and interconnected to cater to an expected population of 5.8 million. Antonie Robertson / The National
Dubai’s population is surging. How can it prepare?

An increase of about 90,000 in 12 months requires further careful planning, experts say

UAEJune 17, 2023
A global survey found more than a quarter of UAE employers are engaged and thriving in the workplace. Photo: Morsa Images
Two-thirds of UAE workforce admit they're 'quiet quitting'

Gallup survey finds workplace stress improving but slacking trend echos wider global phenomenon

UAEJune 13, 2023
Ignace Beguin Billecocq, ocean lead for the UN High Level Climate Champions, has said ocean action and climate action are closely linked. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Cop28 can be 'breakthrough moment for world's oceans and nature'

Countries and private sector urged to increase funding for blue economy before crucial climate summit in Dubai

UAEJune 09, 2023
Edward Hobart, UK ambassador to the UAE, spoke to The National. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
EXCLUSIVESuccess at Cop28 critical, says new UK envoy to UAE

Edward Hobart says the outcome of crucial climate talks must be ambitious as possible - and the UK is ready to help

UAEJune 08, 2023
BRAZIL - 2023/01/31: In this photo illustration, the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference COP28 UAE logo is displayed on a smartphone screen. (Photo Illustration by Rafael Henrique/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)
Crucial climate talks in Germany to lay groundwork for Cop28

The Bonn conference aims to clear obstacles ahead of the summit, which will start in November

UAEJune 02, 2023
Chinese tourists at the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National
China-Middle East flights soar with UAE set for tourism surge

Egypt and Saudi Arabia see major boost as Chinese companies win contracts and a desire for cultural travel returns

UAEJune 02, 2023
Razan Al Mubarak, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for Cop28. Pawan Singh / The National
Nature can be key climate ally, says UAE's Razan Al Mubarak

Environmental leader says there is 'not enough impetus' on where and how nature can help to protect the planet

UAEMay 29, 2023
Kemi Badenoch said a free trade deal with the UK would benefit the GCC immensely. Chris Whiteoak / The National
EXCLUSIVEUK minister Kemi Badenoch hopes for GCC free trade deal 'soon'

Business Secretary said talks to clinch an agreement were going 'very well' as she concluded a three-country tour of the region

UAEMay 26, 2023
A common banded awl butterfly in Mushrif Park, Dubai. Photo: Angela Manthorpe
Butterfly native to India seen in the UAE for the first time

Environment Agency Abu Dhabi welcomes significant find after two natural history enthusiasts spot the common banded awl

UAEMay 19, 2023
Arsenale's Orient Express La Dolce Vita train, a service that is set to operate in Italy. Photo: Arsenale Group
Etihad Rail strikes deal to bring luxury railway service to UAE

The railway operator and Italian luxury hospitality company Arsenale have signed a deal to bring 'rail cruising' to the Emirates

UAEMay 17, 2023
Etihad Rail painted a locomotive in the colours of the UAE in honour of flag day. "We raise the flag of the United Arab Emirates, a symbol of sovereignty, unity, and pride. We are proud of our contribution to the advancement of the nation's transport sector," the transport company said on Twitter.
InterviewUAE commuters will see benefits, new Etihad Rail freight chief says

Gottfried Eymer, the new chief executive of the freight network, says it will bring social, environmental and economic benefits

UAEMay 16, 2023
Linda Ford and friends on the Dubai Creek in the 1980s. Photo: Linda Ford
British couple return to a transformed UAE in first visit in 35 years

Former residents Linda and Patrick Ford are revisiting their old life in 1980s Abu Dhabi and beyond

HeritageMay 14, 2023
Abu Dhabi Corniche in the early 1990s. Photo: Michael Oakes
Video shows 1990s Abu Dhabi in all its nostalgic glory

The video shows a much quieter Corniche and some of the city's cherished landmarks

UAEApril 20, 2023
An aerial view of Jebel Ali in 1979. Photo: Anita van der Krol
'End of an era' — Jebel Ali Village about to change forever

Construction to transform the old community into a luxury development has begun but signs of the old days remain

UAEApril 15, 2023
UAE rabbi Levi Duchman baking matza, which is special Passover bread. Photo: Jewish UAE/Shneor Shif
UAE's Jewish community prepares to welcome thousands for Passover

Between 5,000 and 10,000 people could travel to the Emirates this year for the eight-day festival

UAEApril 05, 2023
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