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      Thoraya Abdullahi

      Thoraya Abdullahi

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      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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      Ramadan Reading: A limited newsletter series
      Ramadan Reading: A limited newsletter series

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

      UAEJanuary 09, 2026
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      The Berbera Port container terminal in Somaliland. Photo: DP World
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      With a rise in investments, the port is emerging as a feasible alternative to current trading hubs in Africa such as Djibouti, experts say

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      Thoraya Abdullahi describes her sister as her 'other half and my built-in best friend'. Thoraya Abdullahi / The National
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      This family milestone lends itself to a moment of reflection

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      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

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

      USJanuary 17, 2025
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