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      Shireena Al Nowais is an Emirati journalist and a long-standing chief local reporter for The National
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      The UAE cut the concentration of PM2.5 by more than a fifth between 2023 and 2024. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
      Improving UAE air quality could save $596 million a year

      Limited-income groups to benefit most from drop in pollution, says report

      UAEJuly 12, 2025
      The global health sector is stepping up efforts to bolster detection rates for Alzheimer's disease. Getty Images
      Abu Dhabi hospital reveals new brain scan to detect Alzheimer's earlier

      Disease can be identified before symptoms show, in patients as young as 40

      UAEJuly 09, 2025
      Moath Al Najar, 13, was among the Gazan children in Emirates Humanitarian City who received gifts from Make-A-Wish UAE on Tuesday. Wajod Al Khamis / The National
      Play01:38
      Make A Wish Foundation brings joy to Gazan children in Abu Dhabi

      Phones, PlayStations and gaming laptops among presents given to children during event in Abu Dhabi

      UAEJuly 09, 2025
      The UAE government wants to boost the Emirati birth rate after new figures showed a decline between 2015 and 2022. Victor Besa / The National
      Reversing declining Emirati birth rate a major priority, says minister

      Government agencies involved in efforts to tackle trend

      UAEJuly 05, 2025
      Hamad Al Marar, managing director and chief executive of Edge, spoke to The National about the UAE's defence philosophy. Victor Besa / The National
      Play03:00
      Gulf War lessons a catalyst for UAE's military growth, Edge chief says

      CEO of defence conglomerate discusses importance of protecting national sovereignty

      UAEJune 27, 2025
      Mariam Al Mansoori is a senior production engineer and remote pilot for Adasi. Victor Besa / The National
      Play02:38
      Pioneering Emirati pilot on a mission to inspire as UAE women flying high

      The National spoke to six enterprising Emirati women excelling in engineering industry

      UAEJune 23, 2025
      Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, opening the Fatima bint Mubarak Centre in March 2023. Photo: Abu Dhabi Media Office
      Dedicated Abu Dhabi cancer centre treats 25,000 patients in first two years

      Fatima bint Mubarak Centre aims to transform healthcare in UAE capital

      UAEJune 18, 2025
      Dr Munjid with Patient Burjeel Hospital
      Play01:14
      VideoRenowned surgeon launches Abu Dhabi clinic to transform care for amputees

      Limb loss should never define a person's future, Prof Munjed Al Muderis says

      UAEJune 06, 2025
      Khaled Jedba, 38 years old, Oday's father. Oday Jedba, 12 years old, Cancer patient. Bone marrow patient. Wajod Alkhamis / The National
      Play01:48
      Gazan boy's need for bone marrow transplant might have saved entire family

      Rare immune condition led to boy being taken to Abu Dhabi for care

      UAEJune 04, 2025
      Prof Munjed Al Murderis with patient Glenn Bedwell. Photo: Burjeel Medical City
      Play01:14
      Renowned surgeon launches Abu Dhabi clinic to transform care for amputees

      Limb loss should never define a person's future, Prof Munjed Al Muderis says

      UAEJune 04, 2025
      Rahaf Ayyad, 12, malnourished and suffering from severe health complications as starvation overtakes Gaza, is being treated at Khalifa Hospital in Abu Dhabi. 30 May 2025. Photo: Ahmed Ramzan for The National
      Play01:32
      'Never seen such severe malnutrition': Gazan girl's life saved by doctors in UAE

      Rahaf Ayyad, 12, is on the road to recovery after starvation in the enclave

      UAEMay 30, 2025
      A water delivery train at Qasr Al Hosn in the early 1960s. It was during this period that Sheikha Sabha Alkhyeli moved there. Photo: John Vale
      Sheikha Sabha Alkhyeli on life from growing up in a tent to living in Qasr Al Hosn

      Sheikha Sabha says tradition has been at heart of the UAE despite changes over the decades

      UAEMay 30, 2025
      The first phase of the project is expected to be completed soon. EPA
      Abu Dhabi's new index to support well-being of children in emirate

      Thriving Child Index will cross-reference data to identify those who need support

      UAEMay 28, 2025
      Harvard graduate Muhra Almuhairi said halting international enrolment at the US university would harm all students. Photo: Supplied
      Emirati Harvard alumni criticise Trump plan to block overseas students

      Government intervention will damage US economy, say graduates

      UAEMay 28, 2025
      Naema Al Shehhi, Case Manager at the Child Centre in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
      Play02:45
      Inside the Abu Dhabi centre providing support to children at risk of abuse

      Well-being and protection facility in Khalifa City allows staff to respond quickly and efficiently

      UAEMay 22, 2025
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