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Shireena Al Nowais

Chief Reporter
UAE
A journalist from the UAE with more than a decade's experience, Shireena joined The National in 2013. She is interested in public policy, judicial, social, health and government issues, and has written several investigative reports pertaining to these areas. She also launched and handled a weekly charity page called “Helping Hands”.
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Dr Georges-Pascal Haber, chief executive of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, says its progress in the past decade 'is nothing short of amazing'. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi sets out plans to create 'future of health care'

Dr Georges-Pascal Haber looks to expand hospital and enhance treatment for patients around the world

UAEDecember 05, 2025
Children take part in the Al Mubarakah Foundation project. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Abu Dhabi youth foundation champions Emirati values to shape next generation

Sheikha Shamma bint Khalifa bin Hamdan on the importance of instilling young people with the key values of responsibility and discipline

UAENovember 28, 2025
New rules around fostering will widen opportunities for children in need of families. Getty Images
New law allows non-Emiratis to foster children in the UAE

Upper age limit removed so all women over 30 can become foster carers

UAENovember 25, 2025
Omar Al Ahmadi has urged men to be proactive about their health after his cancer diagnosis. Victor Besa / The National
Young Emirati issues check-up plea to men after testicular cancer ordeal

Omar Al Ahmadi encourages early screening to prevent advanced disease and improve outcomes

UAENovember 20, 2025
President Sheikh Mohamed with Dr Frauke Heard-Bey, who received an Abu Dhabi Award on behalf of her late husband, David Heard, at Qasr Al Hosn. Photo: UAE Presidential Court
Wife pays tribute to late historian husband honoured by UAE President

David Heard was honoured at the Abu Dhabi Awards for devoting decades to documenting the country's early development

UAENovember 14, 2025
President Sheikh Mohamed presents an Abu Dhabi Award to Rashid Abdullah Al Nuaimi, who was Minister of Foreign Affairs between 1977 and 1990. Abdulla Al Neyadi / UAE Presidential Court ---
President Sheikh Mohamed honours 'makers of hope' with Abu Dhabi Awards

Ten citizens and residents recognised for contributions to UAE community at 20th anniversary of awards

UAENovember 13, 2025
Schools are placing importance on learning Arabic. Christopher Pike / The National
First Dubai Education Expo outlines best private school and nursery options

KHDA also unveils AI-powered consultation service

UAENovember 09, 2025
The prize was presented at a ceremony at Adipec by Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology. Wam
Life-saving ultrasound used for offshore treatment wins award at Adipec

Inaugural prize of $1m issued in Abu Dhabi

UAENovember 05, 2025
Sheikh Khalifa Medical City is hosting a team of top US children's doctors as part of a collaboration with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Victor Besa / The National
'Children are the future': Top US doctors team up with Abu Dhabi hospital

Team from Cincinnati Children's Hospital already at work in Sheikh Khalifa Medical City

UAEOctober 31, 2025
Massimo Castellani is one of many to benefit from the surgery. Victor Besa / The National
The amputees who can walk again thanks to pioneering bone-implant surgery

Cutting-edge technology used to restore movement, sensation and stability that feels almost natural

UAEOctober 17, 2025
Gaza has been devastated by two years of war. Bloomberg
'I can only pray for ceasefire to hold': Mixed emotions for Gazans in UAE

Palestinian residents feel relief and doubt after Trump announces agreement on first phase of truce

UAEOctober 09, 2025
Abu Dhabi is seeking to nurture the next generation and boost the family unit. Victor Besa / The National
Abu Dhabi expands early childhood drive to strengthen family bonds

Initiative promotes child development and parental involvement through activities across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra

UAEOctober 07, 2025
Rahaf Ayyad in May, left, when she received lifesaving treatment, and in October, as she continues her recovery. Ahmed Ramzan for The National; Victor Besa / The National
Once critically ill, Gazan girl on road to recovery thanks to UAE doctors

Rahaf Ayyad, 13, says she can run again and is looking forward to seeing her grandparents

UAEOctober 06, 2025
An Israeli strike on Nuseirat, in central Gaza. Peacemakers say building real peace requires vision over generations. Bloomberg
Peacemaker cautious over Trump's Gaza plan but urges world to unite to end war

Important to maintain hope despite global conflicts, experts say

UAEOctober 03, 2025
The UAE's first woman astronaut, Nora Al Matrooshi, with Maj Hazza Al Mansouri, the first Emirati in space. Suhail Akram / The National
History-making Emirati astronauts 'represent UAE and entire Arab world'

Nora Al Matrooshi and Hazza Al Mansouri discuss life as nation's space pioneers

UAESeptember 30, 2025
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