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Alexander Christou

Alexander Christou

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Alexander is a Greek-American journalist with global newsroom experience and a trainee in The National's 2025 graduate programme. He graduated from New York University Abu Dhabi with a bachelor's degree in social research and public policy, and minors in Arabic and creative writing. During his studies, he was part of CNN Academy's 2023 cohort and wrote for the Buenos Aires Times in Argentina.

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Majid Al Futtaim is providing free retails space in major venues such as the Mall of the Emirates. Photo: The National. Victor Besa / The National
Huge demand for initiative to help SMEs through Iran war

Majid Al Futtaim's initiative launched to boost enterprise amid challenges of Iran war

UAEApril 07, 2026
The Emirates Falcons under-13 team features players from schools and clubs across the UAE. Photo: Chris Frazer Smith
UAE youth rugby team soar to success in UK despite war disrupting flight plans

Under-13 Emirates Falcons players emerge victorious in prestigious global 7s competition

UAEApril 06, 2026
UAE residents have been flocking to the Northern Emirates as an alternative to leaving the country during the conflict with Iran. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Staycations surge in Northern Emirates as residents seek respite from Iran war

Local getaways prove popular as flight disruptions deter overseas travel

UAEApril 04, 2026
Parishioners gathered to mark Easter at St Therese Church in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
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Christians in UAE pray for peace at churches and at home to mark Easter

Parishioners turn out in large numbers for Good Friday services in Abu Dhabi

UAEApril 03, 2026
School buses will not be a sight on UAE roads for the next few weeks at least. Victor Besa / The National
IB exams cancelled in Middle East, remote learning extended amid Iran attacks

Alternative non-exam assessments for International Baccalaureate pupils will take place

UAEMarch 31, 2026
Saneeh Hasan's efforts have earned him a social media following. Photo: Saneeh Hasan
Sharjah resident finds 200 number plates lost in floods to help neighbours

Saneeh Hasan recovers licence plates and hands them to police

UAEMarch 27, 2026
Experts have urged residents to conduct thorough inspections of their homes, including making sure gutters and drains are not blocked. Chris Whiteoak / The National
How to protect property and have insurance in place as UAE braces for storms

Residents advised to use caution while driving and seek regular property inspections to prevent leaks

UAEMarch 26, 2026
Autogo's autonomous taxis are adapting to challenges posed by GPS navigation glitches. Victor Besa / The National
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How Abu Dhabi's autonomous taxis navigate GPS glitches to ensure safe travels

Autogo taxis use technology to counter GPS issues stemming from Iran conflict

UAEMarch 23, 2026
Fewer options are available to travellers, which inevitably means prices will be higher, experts say. AFP
Dh3,300 for a flight to India: UAE passengers count cost of travel disruption

Limited flights mean air passengers are having to dig deeper as Iran war causes travel costs to surge

UAEMarch 21, 2026
New bridges and traffic signals are open on Reem Island. Victor Besa / The National
Cutting the commute: New bridges open on Reem Island

Crossings part of wider Mid-Island Parkway project

UAEMarch 20, 2026
A passenger with her dog after their arrival in Athens. Getty Images
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Passengers board special UAE-Greece repatriation flight with precious pets

Special flight organised by Greek government brings 101 passengers and 45 pets to Athens

UAEMarch 19, 2026
Iftar at the Umm Al Quwain Museum. Antonie Robertson / The National
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Emiratis open up homes to serve taste of Ramadan tradition

Food and friendship on display at community gatherings held across the Emirates

UAEMarch 17, 2026
Pure Harvest Smart Farms has three farms in the UAE that produce 120,000kg of fruit each week. Victor Besa / The National
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Lessons from Covid-19 are keeping UAE food supplies well stocked, farmers say

Domestic production and diplomacy with neighbouring countries have boosted food security

UAEMarch 10, 2026
The OceanX Portal at the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi is open until December. Victor Besa / The National
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The hidden underwater wonders of the region on display in Abu Dhabi

Partnership between OceanX and NYU Abu Dhabi runs until December

UAEMarch 06, 2026
NYU Abu Dhabi sent a memo to faculty members. Photo: NYU Abu Dhabi
NYU Abu Dhabi to continue remote learning to ensure safety of students

Flexibility offered to allow option of completing courses from home countries

UAEMarch 03, 2026
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