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Nick Webster

Nick Webster

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Nick has been reporting for The National since 2015, with a focus on health-news articles and a keen eye on human-interest topics. His background is as a health, crime, and public affairs reporter in regional media in the UK. As a Dubai-based reporter, he also covers general news in the emirate and elsewhere in the country and is experienced in reporting on a variety of sectors including economic crimes, wildlife trafficking and animal welfare issues. Nick is a Rosalynn Carter Mental Health Journalism Fellow.
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Wegovy tablets offer an alternative to injectable weight-loss drugs. Reuters
New weight loss pills a hit with doctors and patients

Three months since UAE launch of oral GLP-1, low cost and ease of use are driving demand

UAEAugust 05, 2026
The Cycle Against Cancer riders set out with the goal of raising Dh1.8m and exceeded their expectations to raise Dh2.4m. Photo: Cycle Against Cancer
UAE cyclists raise Dh2.4 million for fight against cancer

Cycle Against Cancer ride will support Dubai's Al Jalila Foundation

UAEAugust 03, 2026
The best time to see the meteors is from midnight through to dawn in areas away from urban light pollution. Reuters
UAE stargazers await spectacular meteor shower and new moon

Deserts offer prime areas to watch Perseids meteor shower streak across sky on August 12

UAEAugust 01, 2026
Dr Amina Nabil, an Emirati surgeon and owner of LA Vogue Experts Clinic in Dubai, has warned of the 'consequences and complications' of the new surgical trend. Photo: La Vogue
Surgeons in UAE warn women off 'dangerous' XS-XL cosmetic trend

Large enhancements paired with rapid weight-loss drugs causing serious long-term health risks

UAEJuly 31, 2026
LDL cholesterol is behind a third of all heart disease deaths and a quarter of all stroke deaths worldwide. Getty Images
How simple test for killer cholesterol can prevent fatal heart attacks

Blood test can rule out risk, as 'bad' cholesterol generally has no symptoms

UAEJuly 30, 2026
Jimmy Wright was part of a team that cycled from Barcelona to Paris for a cancer charity and Al Jalila Foundation. Photo: Brighton College
Cyclists dodge wildfires in charity ride from Barcelona to Paris

Brighton College manager and parent ride 3,333km for Cycle Against Cancer campaign

UAEJuly 29, 2026
The research found that AI invented a diagnosis almost 20 per cent of the time when information was missing. Photo: AFP
Patients warned off using AI chatbots for self-diagnosis as flaws revealed

Almost one in five diagnoses could be false or misleading, research shows

HealthJuly 27, 2026
Renwick Haddow was given an 18-month prison sentence by a New York court. The National
Fraudster who duped UAE investors jailed and told to repay $58m

Renwick Haddow will serve additional 18 months in US prison over global property scam

UAEJuly 27, 2026
Data shows a decline in consumer demand for luxury cars. Antonie Robertson / The National
Demand for cheaper cars and shorter rents signals changing attitudes among UAE consumers

Car buyers have developed a longer-term mindset

UAEJuly 24, 2026
Foods that are high in sugar and fat content contributed to up to 38 per cent of all cardiovascular deaths and 37 per cent of coronary heart disease and stroke deaths, researchers found.
UAE doctors warn over ultra-processed foods as study reveals stark health risks

Canadian research linked a third of all cardiovascular deaths to consumption of fast foods

UAEJuly 22, 2026
Dubai has set out plans to boost connectivity across its expanding transport network. Photo: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Dubai unveils action plan to boost 'last-mile' public transport links

Better access for bikes and pedestrians promised under last-mile travel blueprint

UAEJuly 19, 2026
Lawyers for Briton Renwick Haddow have asked for a non-custodial sentence for his involvement in a $57 million property scam. The National
Decade-long wait for justice nears end as Bar Works fraudster set for court

New York lawyers for Briton Renwick Haddow submit pre-sentencing plea

UAEJuly 16, 2026
Fifa’s top-tier sponsors, which include Coca-Cola as the official drinks partner, are embedded across all World Cup activities. AFP
Soft drink advertising at World Cup 'contributes to rising obesity'

Doctors call for restrictions as researchers identify links between global campaigns and increasing rates of diabetes and heart disease

UAEJuly 15, 2026
Nick Coats will begin his run on September 5 in Albania, then travel through Greece before finishing on October 18 in Turkey. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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British army veteran from Dubai embarks on 40-day ultra-marathon challenge

Fitness coach in Dubai set to run across Albania, Greece and Turkey for charity

UAEJuly 14, 2026
Morocco fans in JBR, Dubai, watch as their team take on France in the World Cup. Ruel Pableo for The National
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Moroccan fans devastated after Atlas Lions crash out of World Cup

UAE venues flooded with supporters decked out in red and green

UAEJuly 09, 2026
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