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Thoraya Abdullahi

Thoraya Abdullahi

Social Media Journalist
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Abu Dhabi
Born and raised in the UAE, and with years of editorial experience, Thoraya blends local insight with digital expertise to craft engaging narratives. When she’s not curating stories, she’s exploring global cultures—often through the lens of K-pop.
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The last time Ramadan fell in February was in 1995. EPA
ColumnWhy this winter Ramadan feels different – and it's a breath of fresh air

Many of us have never experienced a holy month during cooler weather

LifestyleFebruary 27, 2026
Suldaan Seeraar is widely regarded as one of his country’s leading voices. Photo: suldaanseeraarguhaad / Instagram
Suldaan Seeraar: A voice for the unsung triumphs of the Somali diaspora

As Trump claims immigrants 'contribute nothing', Ohio-based artist sings praises of his compatriots around the world

Music & On-stageFebruary 18, 2026
Ramadan Reading: A limited newsletter series
Ramadan Reading: A limited newsletter series

Your weekly guide to the holy month in the UAE by Thoraya Abdullahi

UAEFebruary 18, 2026
BTS are embarking on a world tour. AFP
BTS sightings in Dubai spark excitement as fans speculate on future concert

Record-breaking K-pop group's first world tour in seven years begins in April

Pop CultureFebruary 03, 2026
Mohammed Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, said the summit will celebrate content as a force 'capable of improving lives'. Antonie Robertson / The National
UAE minister Al Gergawi highlights media’s evolving role at 1 Billion Followers Summit

Content creators share greater responsibility than ever, says Minister of Cabinet Affairs

UAEJanuary 09, 2026
Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, says countries that decline to invest in AI 'will be behind'. Wam
UAE turns to AI to solve power strain of technology's own making

Country could cut energy use by more than 30%, Energy Minister Suhail Al Mazrouei says

EnergyDecember 08, 2025
The Berbera Port container terminal in Somaliland. Photo: DP World
Somaliland’s Berbera Port could anchor new era of trade security

With a rise in investments, the port is emerging as a feasible alternative to current trading hubs in Africa such as Djibouti, experts say

BusinessJuly 25, 2025
Thoraya Abdullahi describes her sister as her 'other half and my built-in best friend'. Thoraya Abdullahi / The National
ColumnAs she graduates, a tribute to my sister, best friend - and (almost) daughter

This family milestone lends itself to a moment of reflection

LifestyleApril 25, 2025
Muslim pilgrims reach up towards the golden doors of the Kaaba at the centre of the Grand Mosque in Makkah. AFP
ColumnNobody told me about post-Umrah sadness

The spiritual high from Makkah and Madinah has faded, leaving a void I don’t quite know how to fill

LifestyleMarch 07, 2025
Qatar hosted and won the 2023 Asian Cup. Reuters
UAE submits bid to host 2031 Asian Cup

Emirates seeking to stage tournament for third time after 1996 and 2019

FootballFebruary 21, 2025
Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan shared a heartfelt photo of baby Princess Iman with King Abdullah II. Photo: Instagram
Jordanian royal family release heartfelt photo of baby Princess Iman with King Abdullah II

The youngster is the first child of Princess Rajwa and Crown Prince Hussein

MENAFebruary 08, 2025
Sam Husseini, a long-time critic of Washington's foreign policy, is removed by security. Willy Lowry / The National
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‘Why aren’t you in The Hague?’ should be social media protest meme, say users

Journalist ejected from press conference in Washington after interrupting departing Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s opening remarks

USJanuary 17, 2025
Rescuers evacuate bodies of victims from the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted a house in the eastern Lebanese city of Baalbek on November 14, 2024. Lebanon's health ministry said three people had been killed in an Israeli strike on the main eastern city of Baalbek on November 14, with body parts recovered at the site still being identified. (Photo by Nidal SOLH / AFP)
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Israeli strike kills paramedics in Lebanon, UN Security Council's revised Gaza ceasefire resolution - Trending

Thoraya Abdullahi gives a round-up of today’s trends

Trending Middle EastNovember 15, 2024
Palestinians carry an UNRWA aid box in Deir Al Balah, Gaza. Reuters
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UNRWA ban 'catastrophe', Palestinian chance to engage with Trump

Thoraya Abdullahi gives a round-up of today’s trends

Trending Middle EastNovember 14, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump started to name his administration members before his inauguration. AP
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Trump nominates Middle East envoy and Gaza ‘unfit for human survival’

Thoraya Abdullahi gives a round-up of today’s trends

Trending Middle EastNovember 13, 2024
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