Nasreen Abdulla

Nasreen Abdulla

nasreen@khaleejtimes.com

Nasreen Abdulla is a Special Correspondent covering food, tech and human interest stories. When not challenged by deadlines, you’ll find her pulling off submissions on the jiu jitsu mats.

UAE Lottery winning numbers announced; over 9,000 residents bag prizes

UAE Lottery winning numbers announced; over 9,000 residents bag prizes

To win the jackpot, players must match all seven numbers on their ticket; the six Lucky Day numbers and the single Lucky Month number

Dubai's Global Village cancels Eid fireworks, drone show amid regional conflict

Dubai's Global Village cancels Eid fireworks, drone show amid regional conflict

This comes just days after it was announced that Global Village would remain closed until further notice as part of the ongoing regional escalations

Pet owners relocating from UAE face tough choices amid regional tensions

Pet owners relocating from UAE face tough choices amid regional tensions

Rescuers said that in some cases some pets were left behind as owners prepared to leave the country, while veterinarians reported enquiries about euthanising otherwise healthy animals

Received an emergency alert? Here’s what UAE residents need to do next

Received an emergency alert? Here’s what UAE residents need to do next

Dubai's government media office has issued precautionary steps for residents to take at home, outdoors, or on the road when they receive alerts amid regional tensions

IB students in UAE get relief as coursework deadline extended amid regional conflict

IB students in UAE get relief as coursework deadline extended amid regional conflict

The IB exam board announced full refunds and transfer options for schools across 12 countries, including UAE amidst the ongoing regional conflict

How 'keep calm and carry on' has taken on new meaning for UAE residents amid Iran war

How 'keep calm and carry on' has taken on new meaning for UAE residents amid Iran war

From book fairs and mall visits to night prayers and gym sessions, people across the UAE are carrying on their daily lives with resilience and caution

Indian expat from Dubai wins diamond necklace with first KT yearly subscription

Indian expat from Dubai wins diamond necklace with first KT yearly subscription

Ram Prasoon, who has been a UAE resident for 13 years, says the surprise was a 'spot of happy news' for his family during uncertain times

2km internal road works completed in Dubai's Nad Al Sheba 3, to reduce traffic delays

2km internal road works completed in Dubai's Nad Al Sheba 3, to reduce traffic delays

The work done by RTA included paving roads around Kings School to make vehicle movement smoother during drop-off and pick-up

Ramadan in UAE: Over 200 gather for special iftar celebrating children of determination

Ramadan in UAE: Over 200 gather for special iftar celebrating children of determination

From handmade tokens to heartfelt performances, this iftar gave a platform to children of determination to gather together during uncertain times

Over 100 trips in 9 days: Etihad Rail keeps UAE goods moving amid conflict

Over 100 trips in 9 days: Etihad Rail keeps UAE goods moving amid conflict

Etihad Rail Freight has transported over 459,000 tonnes of cargo and 7,900 containers across the national railway network