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John Dennehy

John Dennehy

Senior Reporter
John is a senior reporter based in the UAE and has reported extensively across the country and Middle East - from the UN climate change talks to stories about abandoned Soviet-era planes in the Northern Emirates. He is particularly interested in documenting how major issues affect people's everyday lives. John has hosted a podcast at The National and frequently appears on its weekly online show, A Closer Look. He has also written a book on the First World War.
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The Dubai property market is said to be at an 'all-time high', with numerous projects under way across the Emirate. AFP
Why property buyers in Dubai are getting picky

Investors 'sensitive to value of properties' as market matures

May 17, 2025
A Dubai firewalker receives encouragement from fellow adventure-seekers. Antonie Robertson / The National
Dubai firewalkers hot-footing their way to fulfilment

Residents face up to fears and ignite passions on fiery path to self-improvement

May 16, 2025
Sharief Fahmy, with his friend Mike Riter, in front of Air Force One in Iowa in the early 2000s. Photo: Sharief Fahmy
Former Air Force One director recalls life on 'flying White House'

Sharief Fahmy worked on the presidential plane in the 2000s

May 14, 2025
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, March 23, 2023.  Visitors at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque on the first evening of Ramadan. Victor Besa / The National
Inside Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque ahead of Trump visit

Since opening in 2007, the mosque has become a place of worship, a global tourist attraction and a beacon of tolerance

May 14, 2025
There are 10 Salik gates in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Dubai's Salik reports 9% more vehicles on the roads as population surges

Toll operator says total number of trips up 35.1% year-on-year

May 13, 2025
On May 7, 1945 at Reims in eastern France, Nazi Germany has signalled its readiness to surrender to the Allies. Adm Harold Burrough of the British Royal Navy is pictured third from right among the officers who will accept the German capitulation after six years of war in Europe. AFP
VE Day: UK ambassador to UAE reveals personal link to end of Second World War

Edward Hobart reflects on legacy and sacrifice of his great-grandfather

May 08, 2025
Ben Owen, renowned cybersecurity expert, at Gisec Global in Dubai on Tuesday. 
Antonie Robertson / The National
Former British sniper-turned-cyber expert on how to shoot down online scams

Ben Owen says think like a hacker and close old social media accounts down

May 07, 2025
Mohsen Sarhan, chief executive of the Egyptian Food Bank, said 'there was nothing more to discover in the world of hunger'. Chris Whiteoak / The National
More needed to end hunger, says Egyptian Food Bank chief

Mohsen Sarhan said poverty trap was real and US aid cuts were causing damage

May 02, 2025
Patricia Danzi, director general of the Swiss Agency for Development and Co-operation. Victor Besa / The National
World turning away from awareness of global aid crises, official says

Feelings of helplessness and polarisation could be partly to blame

May 01, 2025
The official church memorial mass for Pope Francis was 
held at St Francis Church at the Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
Crowds mourn Pope Francis at memorial mass at Abrahamic Family House

Archbishop Christophe El Kassis, Apostolic Nuncio to the Emirates, said the late pontiff 'was a prophetic voice in our time'

April 25, 2025
Gold has been on a record run. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Huge demand for gold bars at bustling Dubai souq as prices soar

Buyers opt for raw material as jewellery sales plummet in traditional market

April 24, 2025
Pope Francis arrives at Zayed Sport City Stadium for Mass in 2019. EPA
Day Pope Francis won hearts and minds during outdoor Mass in Abu Dhabi

Reporter John Dennehy recalls day in 2019 when pontiff delivered a message of hope to thousands at Zayed Sports City

April 21, 2025
Iron age cemetery discovered in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Iron Age cemetery in Al Ain to 'transform understanding' of UAE

Discovery casts light on unexplored chapter of country's rich history

April 21, 2025
William Hague will advise on the Gems School of Research and Innovation's vision and technology. Photo: Reuters
Former UK foreign secretary takes key role at new Dubai school

Hague will serve as honorary patron of Gems School of Research and Innovation, which is set to open for the new academic year

April 15, 2025
African manatees Nyokoti and Sengou at The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
Abu Dhabi's thriving manatees prove vital conservation ambassadors

The two African marine mammals are far more than star attractions at The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi

March 28, 2025