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      Patrick Ryan

      Patrick Ryan

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      Patrick is an experienced journalist with a long-standing record in news publications in Ireland and across the Middle East. He has a keen interest in news and current affairs as well as community issues. Patrick has covered a wide range of areas in his time as a reporter including crime, transport, community news, business, sport and technology.
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      The World Islands project will be completed by 2026, the project's developer said. Photo: Kleindienst Group
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      Dubai's World Islands developer aims for 2026 finish after delays

      Interest in day trips on the rise as revellers look to escape the city

      UAEMay 07, 2023
      A tourist surfs in Mirissa, Sri Lanka. The country wants to diversify its tourism offering AFP
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      Adventure travel to help rebuild Sri Lankan economy

      Tourism Minister tells conference country is back on track after crisis

      UAEMay 03, 2023
      Chinese tourists take pictures next to the Burj Al Arab in Dubai. Photo: Antonie Robertson / The National
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      Dubai hotels must be 'China-ready' to cater for influx of tourists, expert says

      Economists said the number of Chinese visitors would swell to tens of thousands in the first quarter of this year

      UAEMay 02, 2023
      Demand for travel to Dubai and the UAE hasn't been dampened by the global cost of living crisis. Wam
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      UAE tourism thriving amid global cost of living crisis, experts say

      Thousands attend the first day of Arabian Travel Market where experts reveal how the sector is flourishing

      UAEMay 01, 2023
      Dubai Police's Audi RS e-tron GT at The Arabian Travel Market 2023 at Dubai World Trade Centre. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Dubai Police unveil electric sports car on road to Cop 28

      Audi RS e-tron GT has number 28 on its licence plate, in support of climate summit in city

      UAEMay 01, 2023
      Visitors on the second day of Arabian Travel Market last year. Pawan Singh / The National
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      Arabian Travel Market expects 34,000 visitors

      Organisers say exhibitor numbers will be up by 27% on last year's show in Dubai

      UAEMay 01, 2023
      Motorists can now take their driving test without taking lessons in Dubai, providing they have a valid driving licence from another country. Ravindranath K / The National
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      'Golden chance' for Dubai residents to convert driving licence without lessons

      Abu Dhabi already offers the option which can save drivers money by bypassing lessons

      TransportApril 30, 2023
      Curtin University Dubai is taking steps to address ChatGPT cheating. Photo: Curtin University Dubai
      Dubai university takes action after students use ChatGPT

      Education expert warns how dishonest use of AI could mean end of online tests

      EducationApril 28, 2023
      Alwaleed Osman lives in the Rove Hotel in Healthcare City in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
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      My Dubai Rent: Meet the man who has stayed in a hotel for four years

      Alwaleed Osman pays Dh5,000 a month to live in the Rove Hotel in Dubai's Healthcare City

      UAEApril 23, 2023
      Rimla Hasnain, second right, celebrates Eid Al Fitr with her family in Dubai Hills Mall. All photos: Patrick Ryan / The National
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      Dubai shoppers rush to mall for Eid deals as families mark occasion

      Families came together to celebrate the holiday at Dubai Hills Mall, while others had eyes on discount deals

      UAEApril 22, 2023
      Karen Lobo, second left, is looking forward to celebrating Eid with family members from around the world. Photo: Karen Lobo
      Families plan first Eid together since the pandemic

      Large gatherings are expected with family members flying in from around the world

      UAEApril 21, 2023
      Experts said there is a need for more residential developments to meet the needs of a growing population. Photo: The National
      'Pressing need' for more homes to ease Dubai shortage, experts say

      Developers say the problem is too many people looking for properties in the same areas

      UAEApril 20, 2023
      There will be extra flights to destinations including Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah, Madinah, Kuwait and Beirut during the Eid holidays. Emirates
      Emirates lays on extra flights to meet demand during Eid holidays

      An additional 38 flights will be rolled out across the region

      UAEApril 18, 2023
      Deliveroo rider Hassan Ahmed Gariba said the roads are also clearer than usual. Pawan Singh / The National
      Dubai's delivery riders praise public kindness during Ramadan

      Staff also say holy month taking place earlier than recent years has helped to avoid worst of heat

      RamadanApril 17, 2023
      School principals in Dubai say the rankings by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority help to ensure pupils receive a holistic education. Photo: KHDA
      Dubai school inspections boost hopes of achieving 'outstanding' mark

      Heads of schools assess changes needed after inspections that push for continuous improvements in teaching

      UAEApril 16, 2023
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