Amna Alnuaimi

Amna Alnuaimi is a reporter specialising in global affairs and international news. With a significant presence as a social media influencer, she bridges the gap between traditional reporting and digital-first storytelling. Her expertise lies in bringing complex international narratives to a local audience, ensuring that the UAE remains connected to the pulse of the world.

Beyond Bali's beaches: Why tourists flock to Uluwatu for a traditional fire dance

Beyond Bali's beaches: Why tourists flock to Uluwatu for a traditional fire dance

As crowds gather at Bali's famous Uluwatu Temple, the Kecak fire dance brings local traditions to life through rhythmic chanting, colourful costumes and dramatic storytelling

Explained: What did Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay's UN probe reveal about Gaza?

Explained: What did Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay's UN probe reveal about Gaza?

From the October 7 attacks to allegations of genocide, the UN investigation examined civilian deaths, starvation, destruction and role of Israeli leaders, raising questions about accountability

45-million-year-old crocodile discovered in Egypt: What did scientists find?

45-million-year-old crocodile discovered in Egypt: What did scientists find?

A fossil found near Cairo nearly a century ago has been identified as a new type of ancient crocodile, with an unusual connection to the Great Sphinx of Giza

A new island has appeared in Caspian Sea, but scientists say it's bad news

A new island has appeared in Caspian Sea, but scientists say it's bad news

Falling water levels are exposing new land across the world's largest inland body of water, threatening wildlife, ports and coastal communities as scientists warn of further decline

From shootings to knife attacks: Why school safety is under scrutiny in Turkey

From shootings to knife attacks: Why school safety is under scrutiny in Turkey

A recent fatal knife attack at an Istanbul middle school has renewed concerns over violence in Turkish schools, months after deadly shootings prompted tighter security and new measures nationwide

Win gold, skip military service? Why South Korea may change its rules for athletes

Win gold, skip military service? Why South Korea may change its rules for athletes

Asian Games gold medallists can avoid regular military service under a decades-old system, but a new controversy has prompted the government to consider major changes

France school protests triggered by teacher shortages, school conditions, police clashes

France school protests triggered by teacher shortages, school conditions, police clashes

What began in mid-September as anger over school conditions has grown into a nationwide movement, with arrests and serious injuries raising questions over police tactics

Nobel Peace Prize explained: Who could win and how is the winner chosen?

Nobel Peace Prize explained: Who could win and how is the winner chosen?

With 287 candidates in the running and the winner set to be announced on October 9, here is how nominations work, why the shortlist is secret and who experts are watching

Explained: Plague fears in Siberia, what happened and should the public be worried?

Explained: Plague fears in Siberia, what happened and should the public be worried?

The death of a worker at a Russian anti-plague research institute has prompted quarantines and international attention, but authorities say no plague infection has been confirmed

October 7, 3 years on: Can Gaza ceasefire pave the way for lasting Middle East peace?

October 7, 3 years on: Can Gaza ceasefire pave the way for lasting Middle East peace?

Three years after the October 7 Hamas attack, fragile ceasefires have reduced fighting, but violence, humanitarian suffering and tensions continue in Palestine and beyond