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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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An ancient Christian cross has been unearthed on Sir Bani Yas Island. Ahmed Ramzan for The National
Ancient Christian cross found on Abu Dhabi island as experts dig into the past

Sir Bani Yas Island artefact shows co-existence is 'woven into the very fabric of our region’s history', senior official says

UAEAugust 19, 2025
John Dennehy
Etihad Rail's passenger network is expected to be launched next year. Wam
UAE's east coast set for tourism boom from Etihad Rail's passenger service

Fujairah's mountain trails and pristine beaches will be more accessible after 2026 launch

UAEAugust 06, 2025
John Dennehy
Dubai's population is increasing, with experts believing the city is now becoming a destination throughout the year. Antonie Robertson/The National
Dubai's sleepy summers a thing of the past as economic activity heats up

While quieter than winter, indicators from hotel stays to property show hottest months are getting busier

UAEAugust 04, 2025
John Dennehy
People have been urged to stay under the shade as temperatures soar. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Doctors warn of heat dangers as UAE temperatures soar

Avoid peak sun hours, stay hydrated and take care of those most vulnerable, medics advise

UAEAugust 04, 2025
John Dennehy
Rain has fallen in parts of the UAE, particularly the east, over the past week. Pawan Singh / The National
Why does it always rain in Al Ain even as summer temperatures soar?

Weather systems from the Arabian Sea create moisture-laden air

UAEJuly 29, 2025
John Dennehy
Interview with Parsons Corporation EMEA President Pierre Santoni. Parsons is managing the Dubai Metro Blue Line build. Antonie Robertson/The National
Dubai Metro Blue Line: How city's mega-project is being delivered

Challenges of constructing a railway through urban areas explained

UAEJuly 18, 2025
John Dennehy
Nicolas Niemtchinow, French ambassador to the UAE, said the world has become 'very dangerous, very unpredictable'. Victor Besa / The National
French envoy to UAE says military escalation is 'a loss for everybody'

Nicolas Niemtchinow speaks of need to work with Iran and for end to suffering in Gaza in interview with The National

UAEJuly 13, 2025
John Dennehy
Artefacts such as handmade tools found at Faya Palaeolandscape, in the Central Region of Sharjah, indicate a sophisticated level of occupation unique to the area. WAM
Sharjah site with 210,000 years of human history wins World Heritage status

'Faya palaeolandscape' becomes the UAE’s second site on list in major honour for emirate and country

UAEJuly 11, 2025
John Dennehy
The Faya palaeolandscape in central Sharjah is an area of crucial archaeological significance. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Sheikha Bodour: Unesco nomination for Sharjah's Faya an extraordinary journey

Sheikha Bodour outlines future plans for the site of huge archaeological importance

UAEJuly 10, 2025
John Dennehy
A rendering of the planned Harrow International School Dubai. Photo: Taaleem
'AI natives': Harrow School UAE on what pupils will get in return for 'super-premium' fees

Simon O’Connor, who will oversee Abu Dhabi and Dubai campuses, offers glimpse of what parents and pupils will get from the renowned school

UAEJuly 10, 2025
John Dennehy
Archer Aviation Midnight air taxi over Abu Dhabi. Photo: Archer Aviation
Flying taxi soars over Abu Dhabi in test flight

Move comes as test flights take place in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai

UAEJuly 02, 2025
John Dennehy
Students at Abu Dhabi's Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence. Photo: The National
How Abu Dhabi's population surge could change the emirate

Long-term implications for property, public transport and education

UAEJuly 01, 2025
John Dennehy
The 20-minute city encourages a world without private cars. Antonie Robertson / The National
How Dubai's 20-minute city ambitions are becoming reality

UAE planners can learn from mistakes of older cities, experts say

UAEJune 26, 2025
John Dennehy
Dr Simona Azzali, centre, with students Keren Ronad, left, and Saghar Kazemian in Satwa. Antonie Robertson / The National
Dubai students design 'parklets' to beat summer heat

Canadian University Dubai explores how small green spaces can bolster community spirit and tackle climate change

UAEJune 19, 2025
John Dennehy
People outside Marina Pinnacle tower on Monday. The National
'Many of us are sleepless': Residents of fire-hit Dubai Marina tower await answers

Praise for firefighters and Civil Defence crews as building remains closed

UAEJune 16, 2025
John Dennehy
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