Two businesses thriving under the “Make it in the Emirates” campaign share their stories — from food to steel.

Policing the metaverse? Katie Chambers explores the challenges with Geneva State Police.

Plus, what does Dubai’s new Jebel Ali Racecourse plan mean for sport and city life? We ask urban planner Fatma Al Khayat.

And why are UAE pools losing billions of litres of water? The researcher behind the study joins us.

Two businesses thriving under the &ldquo;Make it in the Emirates&rdquo; campaign share their stories &mdash; from food to steel.
Policing the metaverse? Katie Chambers explores the challenges with Geneva State Police.
Plus, what does Dubai&rsquo;s new Jebel Ali Racecourse plan mean for sport and city life? We ask urban planner Fatma Al Khayat.
And why are UAE pools losing billions of litres of water? The researcher behind the study joins us.

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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President Trump lands in Riyadh — and heads to the UAE Thursday. What’s he hoping to achieve? 

As the mercury rises and calendars clear, is the UAE’s summer slowdown a sign the country grinds to a halt – or a golden window of untapped opportunity?

With temperatures already breaking records, should we start naming heatwaves like hurricanes?

Plus, more flights are being delayed or cancelled amid regional tensions – so what are your rights if you're grounded?

And as anti-tourism protests sweep southern Europe, travel expert Doug Lansky joins us to ask: where should we go this summer?

As the mercury rises and calendars clear, is the UAE&rsquo;s summer slowdown a sign the country grinds to a halt &ndash; or a golden window of untapped opportunity?
With temperatures already breaking records, should we start naming heatwaves like hurricanes?
Plus, more flights are being delayed or cancelled amid regional tensions &ndash; so what are your rights if you're grounded?
And as anti-tourism protests sweep southern Europe, travel expert Doug Lansky joins us to ask: where should we go this summer?

Is the UAE shutting down for summer – or are you missing a trick?

A devastating Air India crash has left 241 dead and the world searching for answers. We speak to our India Correspondent Aparna Bose for the very latest — and hear from ex-pilot Alistair Rosenshein on what might have gone horribly wrong.

New rules mean 240 minutes of Arabic a week in private kindergartens. 

Plus, a murder mystery that’s stunned Australia — could a mushroom-laced beef Wellington be the key to a family tragedy?

And, inmates turned chess champions? Dubai Police explain how a prison team clinched fifth place in the Asian Inmate Chess Championship.

A devastating Air India crash has left 241 dead and the world searching for answers. We speak to our India Correspondent Aparna Bose for the very latest &mdash; and hear from ex-pilot Alistair Rosenshein on what might have gone horribly wrong.
New rules mean 240 minutes of Arabic a week in private kindergartens.&nbsp;
Plus, a murder mystery that&rsquo;s stunned Australia &mdash; could a mushroom-laced beef Wellington be the key to a family tragedy?
And, inmates turned chess champions? Dubai Police explain how a prison team clinched fifth place in the Asian Inmate Chess Championship.

Latest on the India Air Crash

Dubai Police have been named the strongest police brand in the world, scoring Triple A in a global index for ethics, innovation and public trust.

Also, two serious crashes on the E311 in one week. What’s going wrong on this key commuter route?

Plus, a new US travel ban could see fans from our region excluded from the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics. Is sport getting caught in the crossfire of politics?

Ever caught a yawn from someone across the room? Scientists think they’ve finally figured out why.

And, treasure hunters say they’ve located the San José galleon — the richest shipwreck in history.

Dubai Police have been named the strongest police brand in the world, scoring Triple A in a global index for ethics, innovation and public trust.
Also, two serious crashes on the E311 in one week. What&rsquo;s going wrong on this key commuter route?
Plus, a new US travel ban could see fans from our region excluded from the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics. Is sport getting caught in the crossfire of politics?
Ever caught a yawn from someone across the room? Scientists think they&rsquo;ve finally figured out why.
And, treasure hunters say they&rsquo;ve located the San Jos&eacute; galleon &mdash; the richest shipwreck in history.

President Trump lands in Riyadh — and heads to the UAE Thursday. What’s he hoping to achieve?

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