The Agenda
The Agenda
The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE. From Covid-19, to climate change and community …
Could you retire early in the UAE?
Could you really retire in your 30s or 40s? It's the idea behind the growing FIRE movement – Financial Independence, Retire Early. We ask whether it's actually achievable while living and working in the UAE. Plus, a new report suggests global supply chains have settled into a "new normal" of disru…
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Burnout, AI fears and the GCC job exodus
A major new survey has found GCC workers are positive about their employers - but burnout, AI-related job fears and staff turnover are all on the rise. With September hiring season approaching, we ask whether summer is the perfect time for a CV glow-up. Plus, Dubai International is preparing for o…
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Life saving advice
After hearing the remarkable story of five-year-old Kian, who was pulled from the water by quick-thinking bystander Michael, we continue the conversation by asking what every parent should know about drowning prevention. A lifesaving expert shares the simple steps that could save a child's life, …
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All aboard Etihad Rail
Etihad Rail's first passenger train has made history - with the first service travelling from Fujairah and Abu Dhabi. The train arrived 3 minutes early into Mohamed bin Zayed City station in Abu Dhabi. Our reporter Andrew Hosie is there talking to passengers - and we'll also look into the potenti…
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The stranger who saved a child’s life
An incredible story - of a five-year-old boy - saved from drowning in a Dubai pool thanks to the quick thinking of a stranger. We'll speak to the father of the child, and hero Michael Collings, who used his first aid skills to give CPR. And, as the UAE steps up its battle against drug smuggling, …
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Could flexi-work change your summer?
If you work for the government - it's good news, because Dubai is bringing back its flexible summer strategy for the third year. That means reduced working hours, with shorter weeks and remote working options aimed at improving wellbeing during the hottest months. Plus, Abu Dhabi has unveiled Dar…
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Relocation: To ship or not to ship?
As the Strait of Hormuz slowly reopens, what does it mean for people relocating to the UAE this summer? We’ll hear from an international moving company, and from a teacher who’s decided not to ship her belongings at all because of the uncertainty. Then, Dubai is launching a new initiative to make…
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Etihad Rail bookings open
Etihad Rail is opening bookings for its first passenger services between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, with introductory fares starting from just AED 55. We’ll speak to Etihad Rail, a global rail expert and a Fujairah tourism specialist about what the route could mean for the country. The International …
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How to win tourists back?
We’ll take a look at whether tourism to the UAE is ready to bounce back, after the UK lifted its travel warning - reopening a key market for Dubai, which welcomes more than 1.5 million British visitors every year. Plus, with more details emerging about the UAE’s social media ban for under-15s, we’…
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The UAE’s under-15 social media ban
The UAE is the first Arab country to introduce restrictions on children under 15 - and we want to hear from you on this one. The ban aims to protect young people online - as a growing body of evidence suggests social media is bad for their mental health - and opens them up to inappropriate content…
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