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      Alexander Christou

      Alexander Christou

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      Alexander is a Greek-American reporter on the UAE news desk. As a trainee in The National's 2025 graduate programme, he worked with the multimedia team to produce videos. Working in newsrooms around the globe, he was part of CNN Academy's 2023 cohort and wrote for the Buenos Aires Times in Argentina. 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.

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      The first phase of the Dubai Loop project is set to launch in 2028. Photo: Dubai Media Office
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      Dubai Loop construction to cause 'no interruption to traffic'

      Head of company helping to develop project tells of complex challenges of underground road network

      UAEMay 18, 2026
      The new range of Swatch Royal Pop watches was due to go on sale at Dubai Mall on Saturday. Bloomberg
      Huge crowds lead to cancellation of launch of Audemars Piguet x Swatch watch at Dubai Mall

      Event cancelled as hundreds queue early on Saturday

      UAEMay 16, 2026
      Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit at Adnec. Victor Besa / The National
      Abu Dhabi focused on unique houses for future generations of Emiratis

      New communities being built with emphasis on choice for property owners

      UAEMay 12, 2026
      Most pupils are back, but some are still studying remotely, creating a complex juggling act for schools. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      UAE schools look to bounce back but nurseries feel financial squeeze

      Majority of pupils returned to in-person learning on Monday, while some stay home or study from abroad

      UAEMay 11, 2026
      The makers of Meliha Milk have found the formula for success in the UAE. Antonie Robertson / The National
      Play01:20
      Sharjah's Meliha Milk to be delivered across region under expansion plan

      Organic milk produced at vast dairy farm which was long-held dream of Sharjah Ruler

      UAEMay 06, 2026
      Bedouins grazing camels in the Al Ghayathi desert area in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
      Play02:21
      The rains have fallen, the desert's in bloom - it's camel-grazing season

      Released from the farms that have been their homes for the winter, the herds are let loose to feed while their Bedouin owners chew the fat with old friends

      UAEMay 01, 2026
      Countries in the region need to come together to portray a more positive image. Victor Besa / The National
      Gulf states need long-term strategy to counter 'global bias against region'

      Nations should overcome disputes and amplify region's achievements, says senior media official

      UAEApril 27, 2026
      Dr Anwar Gargash speaks at the Gulf Creators event at Atlantis, The Palm. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Play00:51
      Gargash says Iran's 'ferocious' attacks on Gulf nations were premeditated

      Diplomatic adviser to UAE President warns Tehran could pose threat for decades

      UAEApril 27, 2026
      Property prices in Dubai fell by an average of 5.9per cent in March. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Play01:26
      Dubai property market dips but homes keep on selling

      Residents hunt for entry point as sector adjusts to impact of Iran war

      UAEApril 24, 2026
      Emirati artists are turning to entrepreneurship to turn their passion into profitable businesses. Alexander Christou / The National
      Play01:29
      Emirati artists turn entrepreneurs to blend heritage and creativity

      Workshops and crafts take centre stage at Abu Dhabi festival

      UAEApril 23, 2026
      Students at NYU Abu Dhabi. The university shut its campus owing to the threat of Iranian attacks. Victor Besa / The National
      Universities in the UAE look to get back on track after Iran war closures

      Officials at institutions across the country have made preparations for the return of students

      UAEApril 18, 2026
      A new road safety campaign is urging motorists to be more considerate behind the wheel. Antonie Robertson /The National
      Dubai's ‘drive like your mother is in the car’ road safety campaign wins support

      Emirate takes novel approach to encouraging drivers to be more considerate on the roads

      UAEApril 16, 2026
      Mayflies and mosquitoes are among the pest species flourishing because of the recent unstable weather. The National
      UAE faces increase in pests after spells of heavy rain

      Authorities share prevention tips and introduce initiatives to deal with problem of insects breeding in stagnant water

      UAEApril 14, 2026
      The Anti-Doomscroll Stroll Club was set up in Dubai to give people an alternative to scrolling on their phones. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Play01:01
      Residents explore Dubai neighbourhood to escape doomscrolling

      Residents are ditching their phones to go on social strolls with strangers

      UAEApril 13, 2026
      Flags are being displayed in different communities in Dubai to show national pride. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Huge support for Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid's rallying call for national pride

      UAE flags are unfurled across communities and business centres in response to Vice President's message

      UAEApril 11, 2026
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