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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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A lab technician shows off cultures grown in a petri dish at the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council's central laboratory. Ruel Pableo / The National
Inside the Abu Dhabi laboratory that tests for toxic food and products

Food samples offered at events like the Formula One Grand Prix are tested to make sure they are safe for consumption

ScienceAugust 01, 2022
Shamma Al Mazrui, Minister of State for Youth, has praised the UAE's efforts to empower young people. Chris Whiteoak / The National
UAE minister excited by youth support for climate change fight

Minister of State for Youth praises investment in young people after accompanying President Sheikh Mohamed on his state visit to France

GovernmentJuly 26, 2022
Minister of Culture and Youth Noura Al Kaabi says the cultural relationship between the UAE and France is a top priority. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Noura Al Kaabi hails French ties: 'I would like them to know how different the UAE is'

Minister of Culture and Youth tells The National of her joy at hearing President Sheikh Mohamed speak in Paris

UAEJuly 23, 2022
Mariam Al Mheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, says oil and gas will be part of the energy mix in the years ahead. Photo: Aivaras Abromavicius
UAE minister says climate goals need to be pragmatic and sustainable

Interview: Mariam Al Mheiri says the world is asking for more oil and gas because new energy systems are not ready

EnvironmentJuly 20, 2022
PARIS, FRANCE - July 19, 2022: HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (C) departs concluding an official state visit to France. ( Hamad Al Kaabi / Presidential Court ) ---
Sheikh Mohamed concludes France visit with joint statement on Ukraine, energy and climate

The UAE President and French President Emmanuel Macron seek action on global challenges

GovernmentJuly 19, 2022
PARIS, FRANCE - July 19, 2022: HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (L) signs a guest book during an official military ceremony, “The Unknown Soldier”, at the Arc de Triomphe. ( Hamad Al Kaabi / Presidential Court ) ---
Sheikh Mohamed tours Paris landmarks on final day of state visit

President visits Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and prime minister's residence at Matignon

UAEJuly 19, 2022
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed and French President Emmanuel Macron with UAE ambassador to France Hend Al Otaiba at Fontainebleau Palace, Paris, in September 2021. Mohamed Al Hammadi / Ministry of Presidential Affairs
UAE's Hend Al Otaiba on what makes France a special ally

Ambassador to France says culture, shared values and a global outlook make the nations close partners

GovernmentJuly 19, 2022
President Sheikh Mohamed pictured with Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace in Paris on July 18, 2022. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Sheikh Mohamed cements friendship with close ally France

UAE leader is meeting President Emmanuel Macron

UAEJuly 18, 2022
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court, received the Gender Balance Medal on behalf of Sheikha Fatima. @HHShkMohd / Twitter
UAE Cabinet praises Sheikha Fatima's contribution to public life

Mother of the Nation dedicates her time to a variety of causes, from charitable activities to women's advancement

UAEJuly 07, 2022
Mubarak Al Mazrouei, 5, hands out food and snacks to construction workers in Abu Dhabi. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Meet the 5-year-old Emirati volunteer delivering food to thankful labourers

Mubarak Al Mazrouei is the youngster member of the UAE's Little Volunteer programme

UAEJuly 07, 2022
Minister of Community Development Hessa Buhumaid said the fund is in high demand. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Fund to help lower-income Emiratis with rising cost of living in high demand

'Tremendous number' of applications on website, hours after programme began

UAEJuly 05, 2022
Shoppers at the Geant supermarket in Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai. A support programme for lower income Emiratis has been announced. Jaime Puebla / The National
Lower income Emirati families grateful for new social support package

New set of allowances will come into effect in September

UAEJuly 05, 2022
Winners of the Mother Teresa Memorial Awards held at Manarat Al Saadiyat. Victor Besa / The National
Ruler of Dubai recognised for contributions to justice and peace

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid was also recognised for his work protecting the environment

UAEJuly 01, 2022
Awad bin Harmous al Mazrouei shows off one of his date palms on his farm in Liwa, United Arab Emirates on July 13, 2011. Mazrouei was selected as one of the 15 finalists in this years date competition during the Liwa Date Festival. Pawel Dwulit / The National
New marketplace opens to help Emirati farmers go global and cut waste

Food platform designed to prevent waste and make farming more sustainable

EnvironmentJune 30, 2022
Dr Ashraf Abdelrahman, HOD, Critical Care Services, wished LalTelu Ram Harkesh a speedy recovery before the discharge. Photo: Lifecare hospital
Indian resident recovers from rare blood disorder that can be fatal

LalTelu Ram Harkesh spent two weeks in intensive care in Abu Dhabi with condition that affects three in a million

HealthJune 29, 2022
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