Shireena Al Nowais

Chief Reporter


The UAE has introduced a law to offer greater protection against domestic abuse. Getty
UAE anti-domestic violence law now includes stricter penalties

New legislation includes a Dh50,000 fine for anyone who coerces victims to withdraw their complaints and those who know about abuse but fail to report it face fines

October 05, 2024
Displaced Gazans are trying to rebuild their lives at Emirates Humanitarian City. Victor Besa / The National
Gazans who escaped Israel war for UAE see no hope of return

Palestinians brought to Abu Dhabi for medical treatment reflect on a year of death, heartbreak and upheaval

October 05, 2024
Carers across Abu Dhabi will receive training to help victims of abuse and trafficking. Getty Images
Abu Dhabi carers to be trained in helping child abuse and trafficking victims

On-the-job training will take place at shelters across the capital and Al Ain

October 04, 2024
Prof Kypros Nicolaides speaking at the International Foetal Medicine Foundation Congress in Abu Dhabi. Photo: Burjeel Medical City
Meet the 'father of foetal medicine' who is dedicated to reducing maternal mortality rate

Prof Kypros Nicolaides has starred in a Netflix show and is renowned for saving countless lives of mothers and children

October 03, 2024
An employee at Bee Cafe's branch in Shakhbout City in Abu Dhabi, which is entirely staffed by people with disabilities. Chris Whiteoak / The National
How Abu Dhabi is empowering thousands of people with disabilities

The Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination is providing greater opportunities for those with disabilities and their families

September 27, 2024
The apprenticeship programme aims to help people in the UAE with multiple sclerosis train as art curators. Getty Images. Getty
Apprenticeship to help people with MS in UAE to embrace art

Successful candidates will have opportunity to curate their own exhibitions

September 27, 2024
Young Palestinians from Gaza housed at Emirates Humanitarian City in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
UAE safe haven helps Gazans heal psychological wounds of war

Dedicated medical team at Emirates Humanitarian City aiming to replace horror with hope for Palestinians who've survived deadly conflict

September 26, 2024
Gazan children resume lessons at a school built at Emirates Humanitarian City in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National.
Gazan pupils go back to school in UAE

More than 400 Palestinian children are attending lessons at a school opened within Emirates Humanitarian City in Abu Dhabi

September 22, 2024
Karen van Westhuizen (mother of an autistic son). An autism and disability reality experience room. Al Bahia, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The autism reality experience in Abu Dhabi

Project aimed at helping educators and parents understand challenges faced by people with autism

September 13, 2024
Emirati couples getting married in Abu Dhabi must undergo genetic testing from October 1. Getty Images
Why Abu Dhabi's genetic testing programme for Emirati couples is vital

Screening process will help cut levels of inherited disease, leading UAE health experts say

September 12, 2024
Sharifa Yateem, right, a psychologist, and Karen van Westhuizen, mother of an autistic son, at the reality experience room in Al Bahia, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
New Abu Dhabi simulation room offers insight into life with autism

Project aimed at helping educators and parents understand challenges faced by people with autism

September 10, 2024
Saeeda Al Wahedi works at the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority and often gives lectures on the UAE’s culture and traditions. Victor Besa / The National
Emirati women prove to be bedrock of UAE's future

On Emirati Women's Day, four trailblazers from different generations give credit to the nation's value system as they reflect on their remarkable journeys

August 28, 2024
President Sheikh Mohamed sends his wishes to pupils, parents and school staff as the new academic year begins. Chris Whiteoak / The National
President Sheikh Mohamed sends personal message to school pupils

Recording was played out on the morning of the first day of the 2024-2025 academic year

August 26, 2024
Dr Maryam Al Nuaimi, Emergency Medicine at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City. Victor Besa / The National
Emirati doctor provides treatment and training in Abu Dhabi hospital

The National spends the day with Dr Maryam Al Nuaimi in the emergency department of Sheikh Khalifa Medical City

August 23, 2024
Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Ali Al Nuaimi is known as the Green Sheikh. Antonie Robertson/The National
The Green Sheikh striving for a sustainable future for all

Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Ali Al Nuaimi is encouraging others to join his mission to help protect the planet

July 31, 2024