John Dennehy

Dubai

Senior Writer at The National

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The day Pope Francis won hearts and minds during outdoor mass in Abu Dhabi

3 days ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy

Pope Francis arrives at Zayed Sport City Stadium for the historic mass in 2019. EPA Pope Francis arrives at Zayed Sport City Stadium for the historic mass in 2019. EPAThe day Pope Francis won hearts and minds during outdoor mass in Abu DhabiJohn Dennehy recalls landmark day in 2019 when late pontiff delivered a message of hope to thousands at Zayed Sports City
Iron Age cemetery uncovered in Al Ain to 'transform our understanding' of UAE

3 days ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy

Iron Age cemetery uncovered in Al Ain to 'transform our understanding' of UAE
Former UK foreign secretary William Hague takes key role at new flagship Dubai school

1 week ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy

William Hague will advise on the Gems School of Research and Innovation's vision and technology. Photo: ReutersWilliam Hague will advise on the Gems School of Research and Innovation's vision and technology. Photo: ReutersFormer UK foreign secretary William Hague takes key role at new flagship Dubai schoolMr Hague will serve as honorary patron of Gems School of Research and Innovation, which is set to open for the new academic year
Abu Dhabi's thriving manatees prove vital conservation ambassadors

3 weeks ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy

African manatees Nyokoti and Sengou at The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The NationalThe two African marine mammals are far more than star attractions at The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi
UAE hotels primed for 'exceptional' Eid as staycation bookings surge

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy

Residents are gearing up to celebrate the Eid Al Fitr holiday. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Tributes to British archaeologist who helped oversee discovery of major UAE sites

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy

Dr Geoffrey RD King with King Charles, then the Prince of Wales, on Sir Bani Yas Island in 1993. Photo: Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu DhabiDr King on Sir Bani Yas Island, which is about 260km west of Abu Dhabi, in 1993. Photo: Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu DhabiA second monastery was unearthed in the UAE, on Al Sinniyah Island in Umm Al Quwain, in 2022.
Can international boarding schools still compete with UAE's growing private education sector?

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy

The Boarding Schools Show in Dubai set out to inform parents about centuries-old institutions, but studying at such schools does not come cheap. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Irish envoy hails flourishing ties with UAE ahead of St Patrick's Day celebrations

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy

'That 12,500 Irish people call the UAE home really speaks to the strength of this relationship,' Alison Milton, Irish ambassador to the UAE, told The National. Antonie Robertson / The National
Sharjah English School marks 50th year with time capsule unveiling

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy

The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, opens Sharjah English School in 1975. David Eldon, one of the school's founders, is on the left. Photo: Sharjah English SchoolPupils travelled to see Queen Elizabeth II when she visited the UAE in 1979, in a bus loaned by the Al Ghurair group. Photo: Sharjah English SchoolMarie Gladstone, the first headmistress of Sharjah English School. She turned 100 in 2025 and now lives in the UK.
How abra captains on Dubai Creek break their fast with a quiet iftar

1 month ago | thenationalnews.com | John Dennehy

Abra captains prepare to break their fast during Ramadan while their boats are moored along Dubai Creek. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The NationalSome captains gather in small groups to break their fast together. The abra captains are able to take a moment of quiet reflection after a day of ferrying passengers across the Creek. Samosas, fried bananas and other treats are sold to customers in old Dubai.

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John Dennehy

Articles

The day Pope Francis won hearts and minds during outdoor mass in Abu Dhabi

Iron Age cemetery uncovered in Al Ain to 'transform our understanding' of UAE

Former UK foreign secretary William Hague takes key role at new flagship Dubai school

Abu Dhabi's thriving manatees prove vital conservation ambassadors

UAE hotels primed for 'exceptional' Eid as staycation bookings surge

Tributes to British archaeologist who helped oversee discovery of major UAE sites

Can international boarding schools still compete with UAE's growing private education sector?

Irish envoy hails flourishing ties with UAE ahead of St Patrick's Day celebrations

Sharjah English School marks 50th year with time capsule unveiling

How abra captains on Dubai Creek break their fast with a quiet iftar