The UAE is cracking down on cold callers, with more than 3,300 people penalised already this year.

But if telemarketing is so unpopular, why do companies still rely on it?

Meanwhile, finding a gardener in Dubai is about to become much easier. But why are the Government and Careem getting involved?

And Abu Dhabi is to use drones to disperse 10 million native seeds in major desert restoration project

Plus, MI6 is officially Europe's top intelligence agency. But what actually makes a spy service the best?

The UAE is cracking down on cold callers, with more than 3,300 people penalised already this year.
But if telemarketing is so unpopular, why do companies still rely on it?
Meanwhile, finding a gardener in Dubai is about to become much easier. But why are the Government and Careem getting involved?
And Abu Dhabi is to use drones to disperse 10 million native seeds in major desert restoration project
Plus, MI6 is officially Europe's top intelligence agency. But what actually makes a spy service the best?

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 issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

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 issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

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Crackdown on cold calling

Around 400 Filipino expats have lost their hard-earned money and some are also facing mounting overstay fines after an alleged massive visa scam committed by a UAE-based company. We speak to two victims who paid around AED 9,000 and AED 15,000 each and until now waiting if their visas will still be processed.

What legal options do the victims have? Can they still get their money back? We get the answers from Atty Barney Almazar.

We give you the latest update on Saudi Arabia.

Why are we so fascinated by skyscrapers?

And the DP World Tour is drawing a line in the sand, telling golfers they'll have to choose between its tournaments and LIV Golf from next season. 

Around 400 Filipino expats have lost their hard-earned money and some are also facing mounting overstay fines after an alleged massive visa scam committed by a UAE-based company. We speak to two victims who paid around AED 9,000 and AED 15,000 each and until now waiting if their visas will still be processed.
What legal options do the victims have? Can they still get their money back? We get the answers from Atty Barney Almazar.
We give you the latest update on Saudi Arabia.
Why are we so fascinated by skyscrapers?
And the DP World Tour is drawing a line in the sand, telling golfers they'll have to choose between its tournaments and LIV Golf from next season.&nbsp;

In Limbo: Hundreds of Filipinos hit by alleged visa scam in the UAE

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is mourning the death of twelve people killed in an attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport. The mass casualty event also saw more than 300 people injured, some of them critically according to Saudi authorities. How significant is this for KSA and international aviation? 

Dubai is cracking down on shared housing, with new rules that could force some tenants to move out. We get the latest straight from the Dubai Municipality.

A mother here in the UAE is reportedly planning to give ChatGPT a role in raising her son after she dies, allowing AI to continue offering him advice and guidance. But could artificial intelligence really preserve a parent's personality? 

More GCC citizens could soon be able to visit Europe without applying for a Schengen visa.

And could coffee waste be the secret to growing more food in the desert?

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is mourning the death of twelve people killed in an attack on Riyadh&rsquo;s King Khalid International Airport. The mass casualty event also saw more than 300 people injured, some of them critically according to Saudi authorities. How significant is this for KSA and international aviation?&nbsp;
Dubai is cracking down on shared housing, with new rules that could force some tenants to move out. We get the latest straight from the Dubai Municipality.
A mother here in the UAE is reportedly planning to give ChatGPT a role in raising her son after she dies, allowing AI to continue offering him advice and guidance. But could artificial intelligence really preserve a parent's personality?&nbsp;
More GCC citizens could soon be able to visit Europe without applying for a Schengen visa.
And could coffee waste be the secret to growing more food in the desert?

Impact of Riyadh Airport attack on KSA and global aviation

Dubai bans families and single tenants from sharing a unit under tougher shared housing rules. What does it mean if you rent a room, and could you be forced to move?

KHDA wants to hear from parents stuck in school traffic. Why is it running a survey on the school commute?

Half term is here, and UAE staycation bookings are up nearly a third. Where is everyone heading, and are there last-minute bargains?

Abu Dhabi’s packed entertainment season adds Black Coffee and The Phantom of the Opera. Has international confidence returned?

Do cats make us happier? New research says countries with more cats are happier, with a strange twist involving a parasite.

And we meet the 16-year-old who is the youngest member of Dubai Police’s triathlon team.

Dubai bans families and single tenants from sharing a unit under tougher shared housing rules. What does it mean if you rent a room, and could you be forced to move?
KHDA wants to hear from parents stuck in school traffic. Why is it running a survey on the school commute?
Half term is here, and UAE staycation bookings are up nearly a third. Where is everyone heading, and are there last-minute bargains?
Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s packed entertainment season adds Black Coffee and The Phantom of the Opera. Has international confidence returned?
Do cats make us happier? New research says countries with more cats are happier, with a strange twist involving a parasite.
And we meet the 16-year-old who is the youngest member of Dubai Police&rsquo;s triathlon team.

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