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      Patrick Ryan

      Patrick Ryan

      National Reporter
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      Dubai
      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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      Robert Pether in 2025 following his release from prison in Iraq. Photo: Desree Pether
      Wife of Dubai resident held in Iraq fears for his life unless travel ban ends

      Robert Pether remains in Iraq despite serving sentence after arrest five years ago

      UAEApril 07, 2026
      President Sheikh Mohamed addressed the nation on Saturday evening. Photo: Ministry of Presidential Affairs
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      President Sheikh Mohamed says 'all is well in the UAE'

      UAE President spoke of his pride in how nation has responded to attacks and that it 'will emerge stronger than before'

      UAEMarch 07, 2026
      Smoke hangs over Dubai on Sunday morning. Reuters
      UAE targeted by Iranian strikes for second day – here's what you need to know

      Remote work in place until Tuesday as Iran targets Gulf states

      UAEMarch 01, 2026
      A letter is presented to Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, by Kim Gunn, Korean Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs. Courtesy: Wam
      UAE and South Korea discuss ways to tackle spread of Covid-19

      Pandemic was on agenda at meeting to mark 40 years of co-operation between the two countries

      GovernmentFebruary 04, 2026
      A recent picture of Robert Pether shared by his wife following his release from prison in Iraq. Photo: Desree Pether
      Dubai resident held in Iraq for four years 'will die if returned to jail'

      Australian remains barred from leaving Iraq despite release from prison

      UAESeptember 24, 2025
      Kurdish members of the Dohuk Antiquities Department work on a grave unearthed on the banks of Mosul Dam. AFP
      Camera10
      Ancient tombs unearthed in Iraq at Mosul dam reservoir

      Tombs were discovered following droughts in region

      MENASeptember 01, 2025
      Building human skills is key to avoiding being replaced by artificial intelligence, say experts. Photo: Alamy
      Soft skills to survival skills: How to prepare for the 'job apocalypse' due to AI

      With employment disruption expected to come in waves, we all need to prepare to adjust our lives accordingly

      UAEAugust 31, 2025
      A screenshot shared by police shows the pink diamond. Photo: Dubai Media Office / Dubai Police
      Play01:21
      Dubai Police foil $25 million pink diamond heist

      Crooks posed as diamond buyers to trick owner into moving it out of his store

      UAEAugust 18, 2025
      The aid operations underscore the UAE's commitment to supporting the Palestinian people and bolstering their resilience. WAM
      UAE carries out 71st aid drop in Gaza under Operation Gallant Knight 3

      Total aid sent during initiative exceeds 3,950 tonnes

      UAEAugust 14, 2025
      Experts believe that remote working may have had its day. PA
      Why a return to five days a week in the office is on the cards for UAE employees

      Companies are increasingly turning against the hybrid model that was a legacy of the pandemic

      UAEAugust 01, 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
      Huda Tayyab at home with sons Ali and Wali. Victor Besa / The National
      Camera7
      My Sharjah Rent: Mother gets twice the space for same price after leaving Dubai

      Freelance journalist loves home she shares with husband and two sons

      UAEMay 18, 2025
      Travellers wait at Islamabad International Airport amid disruption to flights caused by the escalation of the conflict between India and Pakistan. EPA
      Flights to India and Pakistan disrupted for third day amid conflict

      Etihad and Emirates cancel services to Pakistan until Saturday and warn of further changes

      UAEMay 09, 2025
      A rendering of the Disney theme park in Yas Island, which property experts say will help drive up property prices and rent costs. Miral
      Disney theme park 'good news for home owners and landlords' on Yas Island

      Attraction expected to create demand to live on Yas Island

      UAEMay 09, 2025
      Security personnel participate in the civil defence security mock drill at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi on Wednesday. Reuters
      Flights to India and Pakistan disrupted for second day

      Pakistan airspace was due to reopen on Thursday but airlines including Gulf carriers warn of disruption

      UAEMay 08, 2025
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