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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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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
Dr Louise Lambert lives in a one-bedroom apartment in Business Bay paying Dh55,000 a year. Antonie Robertson / The National
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My Dubai Rent: Business Bay apartment with stunning views

Dr Louise Lambert says location was key when choosing her home during the pandemic

UAEApril 16, 2023
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