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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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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
The new blood test could be used to detect cancer earlier. EPA
Blood test could boost detection of testicular cancer

Adolescents and younger men most likely to benefit as early research develops

UAEJuly 09, 2026
The wreckage of the K2 Airways Boeing 737 cargo plane is retrieved by Pakistani rescuers. Reuters
Wreckage of crashed cargo plane found in Arabian Sea after 12-hour search

Pakistani Prime Minister expresses condolences to families of those on K2 Airways Cargo flight

UAEJuly 08, 2026
Dubai is pressing ahead with plans to boost connectivity, reduce reliance on cars and create more cycling and walking routes. Chris Whiteoak / The National.
Dubai action plan aims to cut congestion and pave way for healthier future

Fewer cars, more walking and cycling options part of emirate's development strategy

UAEJuly 07, 2026
IB pupils in the UAE receive their results on July 6, even though exams were cancelled this year. Photo: Gems Education
Pupils across UAE celebrate IB results despite disruption caused by Iran war

Successful results reflect resilience of pupils, says IB Association chairman

UAEJuly 06, 2026
Hospitality experts expect UAE tourism sector to build momentum by the end of this year and into 2027. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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Hotel chiefs predict slow but steady rebound after Iran peace deal

Chief executives of Accor, Leva and Rotana predict winter resurgence in tourism

UAEJune 23, 2026
Welfare officer Willy Nebria, left, from the Mission to Seafarers, has been supporting crew members stranded in the UAE due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Photo: Mission to Seafarers
Relief for seafarers as they prepare to return home from Strait of Hormuz

Owners are offering bonuses to entice workers back to abandoned ships

UAEJune 19, 2026
Dubai-based jeweller Hemant Karamchandani with the custom-made Lego World Cup. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Dubai's diamond-encrusted Lego World Cup could be most expensive set ever built

Jeweller inspired to make trophy by son, and now it will be displayed at events across the country

UAEJune 19, 2026
The Louvre Abu Dhabi. Etihad Airways will offer free travel insurance with flight bookings from July until December. Photo: Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi
Free UAE medical travel insurance to deliver tourism boost as peace hopes rise

Experts welcome strategy but urge passengers to check whether they need additional coverage

UAEJune 16, 2026
Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz near Musandam, Oman. Reuters
Relief in sight for thousands of seafarers trapped in Gulf

Long-awaited deal paves way for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

UAEJune 15, 2026
Chronic pain affects millions of people, and medical researchers are looking to replace addictive painkillers. Getty Images
Abu Dhabi medical partners plant seed of pain relief method

NYU and Cleveland Clinic develop tiny subcutaneous wireless device that 'teaches' nerves how to behave

HealthJune 14, 2026
The Dubai Mallathon will run for three months after its debut success last August. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Sheikh Hamdan announces return of expanded Dubai Mallathon

Malls open from 7am to invite runners and walkers in to enjoy air-conditioned tracks

UAEJune 13, 2026
Ebola screening in Mongbwalu, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The UAE is playing a role in efforts to contain the virus in Africa. Getty Images
UAE Aid Agency bolsters efforts to help contain Ebola outbreak

International response intensifies as DR Congo death toll climbs to 136

UAEJune 13, 2026
Improving the quality of life in older people is proven to have a positive economic impact. Getty Images
Commitment to prevention is key as Dubai sets out longevity action plan

Hospital leaders welcome government drive to promote healthier and longer lives

UAEJune 12, 2026
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