Antonie Robertson

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy |Antonie Robertson

Meet the Dubai firewalkers hot-footing their way to fulfilmentResidents face up to fears and ignite passions on fiery path to self-improvement

Nov 15, 2024 | thenationalnews.com | Tim Bouverie |Simon Wilgress-pipe |Antonie Robertson

The UAE is home to many a motoring event, but few come as dusty, wet or technically challenging as the annual Emirates Adventure Rally Raid. This year’s competition, which is made up of three separate rounds, sees bikers take on a series of epic routes through some of the country’s remotest and, if you’re tackling them on two wheels, physically demanding regions. Those taking part use their own road-registered machines to tackle the terrain, tearing across sand, over rocks and through water.

Apr 5, 2024 | thenationalnews.com | Antonie Robertson

As millions of Muslims around the world prepare for Eid Al Fitr, the festival to mark the end of Ramadan, it's crunch time for tailors in Dubai's bustling Satwa neighbourhood. One of the most popular traditions associated with the festival is wearing and giving new clothes on the first day. This tradition is rooted in the idea of renewing oneself and starting afresh after a month of spiritual discipline and self-control.

Mar 22, 2024 | thenationalnews.com | Antonie Robertson

In the heart of Bur Dubai, shadowed by tall apartment buildings dotted with retail spaces, sits the Ibrahim Khaleel Masjid. Along with an expansive courtyard and classic prayer room, the mosque is home to the Dar Al Ber Society. Founded in 1978, the humanitarian organisation is one of the oldest charities in the UAE. Among its many services, it has been providing free iftar meals to the less fortunate during Ramadan since its formation.

Feb 9, 2024 | thenationalnews.com | Antonie Robertson

One year on from the 7.8-magnitude earthquakes that devastated the southern parts of Turkey and northern Syria, residents of Antakya, in the Hatay province of Turkey, have had to endure a profound transformation in their physical landscape and daily living conditions, as well as their shared outlook on the future. However, amid the sombre aftermath of the tragedy, a vibrant spirit of unity has emerged, painting a resilient portrait of daily life in the city.