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      Nic Ridley

      Nic Ridley

      Assistant editor in chief
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      Abu Dhabi
      A career journalist who cut his teeth in the UK before moving to the UAE in 2007, Nic joined The National in 2008, first as deputy news editor then news editor. At the relaunch in 2017, he became production editor before his role was expanded and he joined the senior staff as night editor in 2018. He became an assistant editor in chief in May 2021.
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      Diving among the wrecks of vessels sunk by the US Second World War attack Operation Hailstone in Chuuk Lagoon, Micronesia. Nic Ridley / The National
      A week of deep and dark ghost fleet wreck diving in Micronesia

      Exploring the depths of Chuuk Lagoon, where wrecks of vessels sunk by US's Second World War Operation Hailstone lay

      TravelMarch 20, 2025
      After my iPhone was stolen, I won't forget to pack my 'street smarts' again
      CommentHow I lost my phone - and my 'street smarts'

      A trip to London ended in disaster when a thief snatched my device on a busy street – a reminder that not everywhere is as safe as the UAE

      CommentNovember 21, 2024
      An attendee takes a closer look at the Apple iPhone 15 Pro during an event at Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California on September 12. Despite now-incremental improvements in technology, Apple's devices still sell in the millions. Bloomberg
      Why unboxing the latest iPhone ain't what it used to be

      These days you unpack a new device only to discover that it does exactly what the old one did, just a little faster

      CommentSeptember 22, 2023
      CARDIFF, WALES - MAY 22: A woman scans groceries at a self service checkout in a supermarket on May 22, 2022 in Cardiff, Wales. Last week, the UK Office for National Statistics reported an 6% average increase of food and drink prices year on year, but some staples, such as milk and pasta, had risen by more than 10%. (Photo by Matthew Horwood / Getty Images)
      Sad smiley: why rate every retail experience?

      A near-pervasive customer-experience culture has insidiously crept into all our lives

      CommentJuly 27, 2023
      Australian Federal Police and Defence Force personnel talk to a Thai rescuer, right, before diving after the 12 boys and their football coach were found alive, in Mae Sai, Chiang Rai province, in northern Thailand. Sakchai Lalit / AP Photo
      Thai cave rescue: Diving expert explains the challenges ahead

      Master scuba diver trainer, who works at The National, says it will be slow going to release the 12 boys and their coach

      AsiaJuly 08, 2018
      Jamie Woon performing at One Big Vibes concert at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre. Andre Valentin for Vibe Series
      Review: Jamie Woon puts on impressive performance at Dubai gig
      January 17, 2016
      Alice by The Act – Dubai takes place on the 42nd floor of the Shangri-La. Courtesy The Act Dubai
      Alice at The Act – Dubai delivers great entertainment, with food to match
      September 06, 2015
      Families of inmates receive support during Ramadan

      The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Charity and Humanitarian Establishment granted the DCPI 70 coupons each worth 800 - a total of Dh 56,000. Dar Al Ber Society handed over 10 coupons worth Dh5,000 and 37 coupons valued at a total of Dh3,700 to help 19 families of Emirati and expat inmates.

      UAEJuly 13, 2013
      Ramadan teaches us lesson in mercy

      In my view, Ramadan is the most energetic month of the year.

      UAEAugust 23, 2011
      Sharing Ramadan's special moments

      Wafa Khalfan Burenqain of Sharjah tells why Ramadan is so special to her.

      UAEAugust 21, 2011
      Our senses become heightened and the spirit is elevated: diary

      Everyday people reflect on what Ramadan means to them

      UAEAugust 12, 2011

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