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      Patrick Ryan

      Patrick Ryan

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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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      Passengers in the Terminal 1 departure area at Dubai International Airport. Pawan Singh / The National
      UAE and Gulf airlines cancel flights to India and Pakistan

      Military escalation leads to Islamabad closing country's airspace as airports in northern India suspend services

      UAEMay 07, 2025
      Australian Robert Pether pictured with his three children before his detention. Courtesy: Desree Pether
      Robert Pether's family plead for justice on anniversary of detention in Iraq

      Australian Foreign Minister calls for his release as wife fears for his future amid renewed charges

      UAEApril 07, 2025
      Dubai still offers significant value for money for people buying property.
      Play03:49
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      We take a look at how the emirate's surging market matches up to other cities worldwide

      UAEApril 07, 2025
      Chart of the week: Dubai properties deliver more for your million
      Dubai properties deliver more for your million

      How far does your investment go compared with other cities around the world?

      NewsApril 01, 2025
      The Schwebebahn train carries about 80,000 passengers a day in the German city of Wuppertal. AFP
      Trains, planes and bicycle lifts: The world’s most unusual modes of transport

      Wicker toboggans and hovering trains help commuters and tourists get around

      UAEMarch 16, 2025
      Sangeeta Bora with her husband Rejesh B Nair and their son Reyansh R Nair. Antonie Robertson/The National
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      My Dubai Rent: Meet the woman who says her whole world is close to her doorstep

      Sangeeta Bora pays Dh60,000 for apartment in Mankhool

      UAEMarch 09, 2025
      Heather Clayton rents a one-bedroom apartment in Al Hudaiba, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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      My Dubai Rent: Writer swaps Downtown for Old Dubai

      Heather Clayton pays Dh57,000 for a one-bedroom apartment in Al Hudaiba

      UAEFebruary 25, 2025
      The Dubai International Boat Show is under way at Dubai Harbour from February 19. Antonie Robertson/The National
      Play01:16
      Cryptocurrency investors driving up demand for superyachts at Dubai Boat Show

      Manufacturers take on more staff to cope with surge in sales

      UAEFebruary 19, 2025
      There were 20,066 new apartments completed last year in Dubai, compared to 6,891 villas, according to ValuStrat. Photo: Natalie Naccache/Bloomberg
      Play02:33
      Dubai property prices and rents 'set to keep rising for next few years'

      Number of new homes completed in 2024 was the lowest in six years, report reveals, despite surge in population

      WeekendFebruary 09, 2025
      Dubai resident Robert Pether has had his jail sentence increased by a court in Iraq. Desree Pether
      Camera5
      Dubai resident jailed in Iraq over contract dispute faces new prison sentence

      Robert Pether could be given more than 10 extra years in jail while his colleague remains in custody despite both men being due for release

      UAEJanuary 18, 2025
      Variable pricing is coming into effect for Salik gates in Dubai, meaning motorists will pay more during rush hour. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Play00:59
      Dubai motorists brace for rising costs as Salik and parking fees go up

      Less congestion on city's main roads expected as drivers set to cut costs

      UAENovember 29, 2024
      Air passengers wait to leave Beirut in August as the conflict with Israel escalated. Many thousands are expected to return in the coming weeks. EPA
      Gulf airlines delay resumption of Lebanon flights as Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire begins

      Thousands of expatriate workers want to return home but few seats are available

      UAENovember 28, 2024
      Rula Kanaan enjoys the community spirit in Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah, where her family have lived since 2019. Antonie Robertson / The National
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      My RAK Rent: ‘I loved our villa so much I bought identical home on same street’

      Rula Kanaan pays Dh91,000 to live in Mina Al Arab area, where laid-back lifestyle suits the family

      UAENovember 24, 2024
      Employers across Dubai have spoken of how flexible working conditions are essential and here to stay. Photo: Unsplash
      Reluctant employers warned flexible working is here to stay in UAE

      Dubai Government describes hybrid and remote working as a basic need, at a time when congestion is choking the city

      UAENovember 12, 2024
      Imran Bin Abdullah and his family love travelling but will stay in Dubai this Christmas due to the cost of flights. Photo: Imran Bin Abdullah
      UAE travellers rethink Christmas plans due to soaring prices

      Travel agents say more people likely to opt for destinations closer home this year

      UAENovember 07, 2024
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