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Salam Al Amir

Salam Al Amir

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Influenced by several members of her family who work in the media industry, Salam turned her passion for journalism into a career. She started as an intern with Al Arab Al Youm in Jordan before moving to The Weekly Star. In 2007, Salam moved to Dubai and joined Gulf News’s Xpress where she reported on a number of important topics. In 2011, Salam joined The National where she focuses on Dubai Courts and Public Prosecution.
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The fire broke out on Sunday morning in a high-rise building in Sharjah. Photo: Sharjah Civil Defence
Sharjah fire: Residents tell of panic, screaming and attempts to escape

Fatal fire reportedly began on 42nd floor of high-rise apartment block on Sunday

UAEApril 14, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Global police agency Interpol is bolstering its operations and governance in the face of a fast-changing world.
UAE to lead new Interpol body aimed at boosting global police co-operation

Emirates is the first country to assume this role and will serve a two-year term

UAEApril 12, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Dubai Police have confirmed that there were no fatalities following a hot air balloon incident on March 23. Pawan Singh / The National
No fatalities in Dubai hot-air balloon incident

All injuries were minor to moderate, Dubai Police have confirmed

UAEApril 05, 2025
Rachel Kelly
An astronomer looks out for the Ramadan crescent moon in Dubai's Mushrif Park. Pawan Singh / The National
Eid Al Fitr: How UAE Moon-sighting committee decides when festival starts

Holiday marking the end of Ramadan is celebrated by Muslims worldwide

UAEMarch 27, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Al Makassed Hospital serves more than 66,000 patients from Jerusalem, the occupied West Bank and Gaza. Corinna Kern for The National
'Truly a lifeline': UAE pledges $64.5m for vital East Jerusalem hospital

Financial aid for Al Makassed Hospital to help with operational expenses and upgrades

UAEMarch 24, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Muslims perform Umrah at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, during Ramadan. Reuters
Dubai Police arrest gang behind fake Umrah and Hajj visa scam

Police warn the public against dealing with unlicensed sources when applying for religious travel visas

UAEMarch 22, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has announced the birth of his second daughter, named Hind. Photo: Dubai Media Office
Sheikh Hamdan welcomes baby girl and shares name on Instagram

Announcement of birth was made in Arabic and English to Crown Prince’s 16 million global social media audience

UAEMarch 22, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Female Prisoners converting to Islam in Dubai Central Jail. DO NOT USE WITHOUT PERMISSION. CHECK WITH PHOTODESK AND SALAM AL AMIR BEFORE PUBLICATION. Antonie Robertson/The National
Video'God never forgets anyone' - the women who found Islam in Dubai prison

Inmates say faith has provided an outlet, a path to recovery and spiritual discovery

UAEMarch 07, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Some females in the UAE have spoken to The National about their journey from jail to Islam. Antonie Robertson / The National
The inspiring stories of four women who found Islam in Dubai prison

Inmates say faith has provided an outlet, a path to recovery and spiritual discovery

UAEMarch 06, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Najla Majdalaweyeh at her Sharjah apartment. Antonie Robertson / The National
My Sharjah Rent: Retired teacher spends 32 years in emirate’s vibrant community

Najla Majdalawieh calls the city her home

UAEMarch 02, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Sharjah's new Hosn Al Khatimah mosque in Al Barashi. Antonie Robertson/The National
Sharjah opens 20 new mosques for Ramadan

Project under way to ensure all areas of the emirate are well-served

UAEFebruary 28, 2025
Salam Al Amir
The number of road accidents is increasing, even though deaths have fallen over time. Photo: Dubai Police
UAE road accidents on the rise as population surges

Deaths increase, with one in three victims in their 20s

UAEFebruary 26, 2025
Salam Al Amir
The 'Salama' platform harnesses AI to speed up the visa-renewal process. Pawan Singh / The National
Dubai reveals plan to enable visa renewals online in minutes

Strategy is part of wider effort to support government's digital transformation and increase efficiency

UAEFebruary 24, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Cannon firing at Expo City will announce the end of fasting on the first day of Ramadan. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Dubai’s Ramadan cannon locations for 2025 announced

Seven stationary cannons will be located across the emirate

UAEFebruary 24, 2025
Salam Al Amir
Government of Dubai Media Office – 21 February 2025: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, attended part of the thrilling competitions on the second day of the sixth edition of DUBAI GAMES. Photo: Dubai Media Office
Dubai Games show emirate setting a healthy example, says Sheikh Hamdan

Scores of teams from around the world are competing in this year's event

UAEFebruary 21, 2025
Salam Al Amir
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