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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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      Outdoor workers are highly exposed to extreme summer heat. Victor Besa / the National
      Peak summer brings heat warning for outdoor workers and the elderly in the UAE

      As temperatures edge towards 50°C, doctors give tips to those most at risk

      UAEJuly 22, 2025
      Abu Dhabi is booming as a residential destination. Victor Besa / The National
      Why Abu Dhabi is becoming more attractive for millionaire investors

      Experts say the future is 'very strong' for the emirate

      UAEJuly 22, 2025
      The Aidaprima ship will not be travelling through UAE waters in the 2025-26 cruising season. AFP
      Regional cruise sector remains resilient in face of Red Sea tensions

      Expert says geopolitical issues unlikely to impact wider regional winter tourism

      UAEJuly 19, 2025
      About 2.2 million new cases of Type 2 diabetes a year globally have been attributed to sugary drinks. Reuters
      Drinks prices to be based on sugar content under UAE tax ruling

      Pricing system aimed at improving public health will start in 2026

      UAEJuly 18, 2025
      The UAE has launched infrastructure projects to improve the flow of traffic on the nation's roads. Victor Besa / The National
      Road rage a common issue for motorists in the UAE, survey finds

      Almost half of motorists say they feel frustrated or anxious during traffic jams

      UAEJuly 15, 2025
      A child receives an MMR vaccine in Lubbock, Texas. Measles cases are on the rise in many places amid a decline in vaccination rates. Getty Images
      Measles death triggers warning for parents to check vaccines ahead of travel

      Cases rising in summer holiday destinations popular with UAE families

      UAEJuly 15, 2025
      Rayan Hanna, CEO and founder of Next Hostels, has been forced to shut down his business. Antonie Robertson / The National
      Dubai hostel chain shut down amid multi-occupancy clampdown

      Next House operated six hostels across emirate before authorities stepped in

      UAEJuly 11, 2025
      Construction workers are among those most exposed to the risks of working outdoors in summer months when temperatures in the UAE can climb to around 50ºC. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      The heat is on: Outdoor workers given support to deal with soaring temperatures

      As heat records tumble, health authorities offer help to those vulnerable to heatstroke

      UAEJune 19, 2025
      Brest Friends Cancer Survivor Support group meeting at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Dubai. Antonie Robertson/The National
      Breast cancer support group marks 20 years as services more in demand than ever

      Brest Friends has helped thousands of women in the UAE deal with the condition since 2005

      UAEJune 15, 2025
      Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits the site of the crash. EPA
      Black box recovered from Air India plane wreckage as safety checks increase

      Indian authorities order additional inspections on Air India's Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 fleet

      UAEJune 13, 2025
      Khalifa Dawood hopes to be able to enjoy life after the treatment. Photo: Cleveland Clinic
      Emirati man with rare blood disorder receives $2 million gene therapy

      Khalifa Dawood, 22, given Casgevy treatment at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio

      UAEJune 12, 2025
      A car was gutted by fire on a main road in Dubai this Monday morning. Dubai Civil Defence
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      UAE drivers urged to maintain vehicles during heat of summer

      Roads may be quieter but they can be even more dangerous during the peak heat of summer

      UAEJune 12, 2025
      Shisha is one of a number of popular tobacco smoking methods in the region. Photo: The National
      Emiratis using several types of tobacco 'at higher health risk'

      Research finds indicators of even greater ill-health among people who smoke multiple forms of tobacco

      UAEJune 12, 2025
      Mitch Hutchcraft made the journey in 240 days to raise money for a veterans' charity. Photo: Mitch Hutchcraft
      Soldier looks to inspire others after cycle to Everest

      Former soldier Mitch Hutchcraft was joined by faithful pet Buddy along 13,000km trip from UK to Nepal

      UAEJune 08, 2025
      Robert Pether had been detained in Baghdad since 2021. Photo: Desree Pether
      Dubai resident 'extremely malnourished' after four years in Iraqi jail

      Dubai resident facing serious health issues after conditional release in Baghdad

      UAEJune 06, 2025
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