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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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The Dubai Metro is being expanded to cater for the increasing population. Chris Whiteoak / The National
How will Dubai's transport system cope with growing population?

Reducing reliance on cars crucial to emirate's future, experts tell The National

UAESeptember 02, 2025
Dr Archana Nair, social services convener at the Dubai branch of the AKMG, addresses workers. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Thousands of workers in UAE learn how to beat the heat in awareness drive

Doctors volunteer to lead summer campaign focused on heat stroke and hydration

UAESeptember 01, 2025
Experts say that Etihad Rail passenger services will bring many benefits to Sharjah. Wam
How Etihad Rail is expected to transform Sharjah

Trains will improve access to emirate's University City, cut carbon emissions on roads and strengthen communities, experts say

UAEAugust 27, 2025
An ancient Christian cross has been unearthed on Sir Bani Yas Island. Ahmed Ramzan for The National
Ancient Christian cross found on Abu Dhabi island as experts dig into the past

Sir Bani Yas Island artefact shows co-existence is 'woven into the very fabric of our region’s history', senior official says

UAEAugust 19, 2025
Etihad Rail's passenger network is expected to be launched next year. Wam
UAE's east coast set for tourism boom from Etihad Rail's passenger service

Fujairah's mountain trails and pristine beaches will be more accessible after 2026 launch

UAEAugust 06, 2025
Dubai's population is increasing, with experts believing the city is now becoming a destination throughout the year. Antonie Robertson/The National
Dubai's sleepy summers a thing of the past as economic activity heats up

While quieter than winter, indicators from hotel stays to property show hottest months are getting busier

UAEAugust 04, 2025
People have been urged to stay under the shade as temperatures soar. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Doctors warn of heat dangers as UAE temperatures soar

Avoid peak sun hours, stay hydrated and take care of those most vulnerable, medics advise

UAEAugust 04, 2025
Rain has fallen in parts of the UAE, particularly the east, over the past week. Pawan Singh / The National
Why does it always rain in Al Ain even as summer temperatures soar?

Weather systems from the Arabian Sea create moisture-laden air

UAEJuly 29, 2025
Interview with Parsons Corporation EMEA President Pierre Santoni. Parsons is managing the Dubai Metro Blue Line build. Antonie Robertson/The National
Dubai Metro Blue Line: How city's mega-project is being delivered

Challenges of constructing a railway through urban areas explained

UAEJuly 18, 2025
Nicolas Niemtchinow, French ambassador to the UAE, said the world has become 'very dangerous, very unpredictable'. Victor Besa / The National
French envoy to UAE says military escalation is 'a loss for everybody'

Nicolas Niemtchinow speaks of need to work with Iran and for end to suffering in Gaza in interview with The National

UAEJuly 13, 2025
Artefacts such as handmade tools found at Faya Palaeolandscape, in the Central Region of Sharjah, indicate a sophisticated level of occupation unique to the area. WAM
Sharjah site with 210,000 years of human history wins World Heritage status

'Faya palaeolandscape' becomes the UAE’s second site on list in major honour for emirate and country

UAEJuly 11, 2025
The Faya palaeolandscape in central Sharjah is an area of crucial archaeological significance. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Sheikha Bodour: Unesco nomination for Sharjah's Faya an extraordinary journey

Sheikha Bodour outlines future plans for the site of huge archaeological importance

UAEJuly 10, 2025
A rendering of the planned Harrow International School Dubai. Photo: Taaleem
'AI natives': Harrow School UAE on what pupils will get in return for 'super-premium' fees

Simon O’Connor, who will oversee Abu Dhabi and Dubai campuses, offers glimpse of what parents and pupils will get from the renowned school

UAEJuly 10, 2025
Archer Aviation Midnight air taxi over Abu Dhabi. Photo: Archer Aviation
Flying taxi soars over Abu Dhabi in test flight

Move comes as test flights take place in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai

UAEJuly 02, 2025
Students at Abu Dhabi's Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence. Photo: The National
How Abu Dhabi's population surge could change the emirate

Long-term implications for property, public transport and education

UAEJuly 01, 2025
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