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      Ramola Talwar Badam

      Ramola Talwar Badam

      Senior National Reporter
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      Dubai
      Ramola writes in-depth features on maritime piracy, migrant labour, protection of women and minors from trafficking and abuse, teenage suicides, disability access projects, financial debt, fire safety and transport projects. Ramola worked for more than 12 years with the South Asia bureau of the Associated Press and reported on terrorist attacks, religious riots, earthquakes, politics, crime, business, sport and all things Bollywood.
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      Catholics say they cherish Pope Francis's message to build bridges between communities. EPA
      Gulf Christians pay tribute to late Pope Francis

      Catholic communities in the Middle East feel fortunate to have witnessed first-hand the pontiff outlining his vision of love, peace and dialogue

      UAEApril 21, 2025
      Emirati poet, Shamma Al Bastaki at the UAE Pavilion, Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. Victor Besa / The National
      Emirati women bring UAE pavilion to life to tell nation’s story at Osaka Expo

      A female-led team is shaping the Emirati narrative at the six-month world’s fair in Japan

      UAEApril 18, 2025
      (L-R) Kei Watanabe and Eri with son, Kouta, pose at the Gundam Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. Victor Besa / The National
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      Inside Expo Osaka's anime-themed Gundam pavilion

      Fans make reservations months in advance to be among the first to see new sci-fi film and pose with Japanese robot

      AsiaApril 16, 2025
      Ahmed Al Darei, an Emirati youth ambassador at the UAE pavilion in Osaka, is a guide for visitors. Ramola Talwar Badam / The National
      Young Emirati and Japanese guides at Expo 2025 are 'living the dream'

      Ambassadors bring the UAE pavilion alive by sharing stories from ancient to modern times

      AsiaApril 14, 2025
      Performers parade participating countries' flags during the official opening ceremony of the 2025 Osaka Expo. AFP
      Expo 2025 Osaka opens after huge success in Dubai

      Japan’s royal family attend opening ceremony of six-month world fair – the first to be held 'on the sea'

      AsiaApril 12, 2025
      A new report calls for urgent action to protect the soil and support communities that rely on agriculture. Photo: Save Soil
      Hundreds of millions will flee homes if soil degradation continues, new report warns

      Non-profit group cautions that millions more people will be displaced across the world if urgent action is not taken

      ClimateApril 11, 2025
      General picture of an Emirates ID. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      'Golden visa boom': Companies benefit by supporting eligible workers

      Countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Bahrain are also offering premium residencies

      UAEMarch 31, 2025
      Supporters of former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte have called for him to be allowed to return to the country, after his arrest this month. EPA
      Overseas Filipinos to halt remittances in protest against Duterte detention

      Former president detained in The Hague over charges related to deadly war on drugs

      UAEMarch 27, 2025
      A new comprehensive group insurance scheme will provide a safety net for Indian workers in the UAE. The National
      New life insurance plan for Indians in UAE provides Dh35,000 payout

      The insurance for blue-collar workers will also cover repatriation costs following a death for up to Dh12,000

      UAEMarch 26, 2025
      Tens of thousands of people are expected daily at the Baps Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi during the Eid break. Victor Besa / The National
      Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi gears up for ‘tens of thousands’ of visitors in Eid holiday rush

      Temple authorities and Abu Dhabi police issue entry guidelines to remind residents and tourists about mandatory online registration

      UAEMarch 25, 2025
      Zoha Shariq, aged nine, says she is learning how fasting during Ramadan is a 'part of life'. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Children fasting during Ramadan feel 'blessed' to begin spiritual journey

      Children share their reflections of the holy month as they strengthen their faith and embrace the spirit of generosity

      UAEMarch 24, 2025
      Pope Francis appears at a window of a hospital in Rome to greet well-wishers on Sunday, before he was released. AP
      Pope Francis renews call for global peace after leaving hospital

      Pontiff greets crowds of well-wishers gathered outside hospital in Rome after five weeks of treatment for pneumonia

      UAEMarch 23, 2025
      Flights have been grounded at London's Heathrow Airport. Reuters
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      UAE residents tell of disruption as fire causes Heathrow Airport chaos

      Residents scrambling for alternative flights to other UK airports after major airline hub is closed

      UAEMarch 21, 2025
      Eleven Emirati athletes respond to cheers from the crowds at the opening ceremony of the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy. Photo: Special Olympics UAE
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      Inspirational Emiratis win 16 medals at UAE’s debut Special Winter Olympics

      History-making team delighted to fly the flag for their country at global event

      UAEMarch 17, 2025
      Seher Farooqh as decorated her apartment with shades of pink and white. Victor Besa / The National
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      Seher Farooq’s spacious home celebrates fashion, make-up and all things ‘girlie’

      UAEMarch 16, 2025
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