Waad Barakat

waad@khaleejtimes.com

Waad Barakat is a Special Correspondent covering security topics, from law enforcement to local courts. With a keen eye for human interest stories, she hopes to blend it all with unique Gen Z-inspired content.

UAE-based designer behind Kylie Jenner’s custom handbag diamond charm

UAE-based designer behind Kylie Jenner’s custom handbag diamond charm

Dubai-based jeweller Ashna Mehta created the bespoke piece seen on Kylie Jenner’s Hermès Kelly, turning a personal idea into a growing luxury trend

Inside UAE's sky shield: How air defences keep nation safe

Inside UAE's sky shield: How air defences keep nation safe

'In modern defensive operations, time is the most critical factor,' Brigadier Staff Mohammed Al Ketbi, official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defence, told Khaleej Times in an exclusive interview

‘Men, truly men’: UAE National Orchestra launches tribute to the nation’s defenders

‘Men, truly men’: UAE National Orchestra launches tribute to the nation’s defenders

Tribute to the nation’s defenders released as the UAE honours those protecting the country following recent attacks

As Eid beckons, a look at the perfumes people wear this festive season

As Eid beckons, a look at the perfumes people wear this festive season

From oud inspired perfumes to home fragrances, scents that can set the mood for Eid gatherings and celebrations

Velvet, sequins and layered elegance: Designers reveal Ramadan and Eid fashion trends

Velvet, sequins and layered elegance: Designers reveal Ramadan and Eid fashion trends

Designers say layered fabrics, defined silhouettes and bold colours are shaping this year’s Ramadan and Eid collections

Meet the UAE-based creator behind the viral ‘we chose this country’ message

Meet the UAE-based creator behind the viral ‘we chose this country’ message

Lebanon-born media personality Wissam Breidy is the man behind the thoughtful message

'We felt wanted, protected', says Dubai-based former Miss Universe Lara Dutta

'We felt wanted, protected', says Dubai-based former Miss Universe Lara Dutta

A Bollywood star and entrepreneur, Dutta described her sometimes difficult, and admirable, experiences of the past few days

‘Everyone deserves to feel safe’: Huda Kattan reflects on developments in Middle East

‘Everyone deserves to feel safe’: Huda Kattan reflects on developments in Middle East

The beauty mogul shared a message on Instagram saying recent events are a reminder that peace and security should never be taken for granted

'Expats truly love us': UAE residents win Emirati hearts for showing solidarity

'Expats truly love us': UAE residents win Emirati hearts for showing solidarity

Public personalities thank residents for defending the UAE online and expressing confidence in the country’s stability

UAE pet safety guide: How to calm anxious dogs and cats during emergencies

UAE pet safety guide: How to calm anxious dogs and cats during emergencies

Animal behaviour specialists say dogs and cats can be sensitive to environmental changes