We speak to a UAE resident whose bank account drained by scammers posing as Dubai utility provider.

We speak to a UAE resident whose bank account drained by scammers posing as Dubai utility provider.

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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We’ll look at the next wave of mega communities - from Fujairah’s new Etihad Rail station to a 62 billion dirham development in Dubai South near the new airport. What do these projects tell us about where the country is heading next?

Plus, Tabby is moving into education with Zenda, after a survey found 88% of UAE parents feel financial strain when school fees are due. So could flexible payment plans change how families manage the rising cost of education?

Dubai is investing one billion dirhams into a new international space cooperation programme. His Excellency Salem Humaid Al Murri, Director General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, joins us to explain how it could boost the UAE economy.

And after the success of Jackie Chan’s Vanguard and Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan, Dubai is pitching itself as a global filming destination at the Cannes Film Festival. But what could that mean for local filmmakers?

We&rsquo;ll look at the next wave of mega communities - from Fujairah&rsquo;s new Etihad Rail station to a 62 billion dirham development in Dubai South near the new airport. What do these projects tell us about where the country is heading next?
Plus, Tabby is moving into education with Zenda, after a survey found 88% of UAE parents feel financial strain when school fees are due. So could flexible payment plans change how families manage the rising cost of education?
Dubai is investing one billion dirhams into a new international space cooperation programme. His Excellency Salem Humaid Al Murri, Director General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, joins us to explain how it could boost the UAE economy.
And after the success of Jackie Chan&rsquo;s Vanguard and Shah Rukh Khan&rsquo;s Pathaan, Dubai is pitching itself as a global filming destination at the Cannes Film Festival. But what could that mean for local filmmakers?

UAE’s next mega communities: From rail links to airport cities

From June 1st, 2026, private sector salaries in the UAE will need to be paid by the first day of every month, and the big change is this: the 15-day grace period for late salary payments is being removed. We look at both the employees and employers sides.

KHDA and Parkin have announced a new partnership to digitise access to parking permits for Dubai’s education sector. So what will actually change for schools, parents, staff and students, and when will people start to feel the difference?

We get the latest on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and how it affects travel and travellers alike.

And the 2026 World Cup is just 23 days away, and there is one part of the tournament that most of us will barely notice, unless something goes wrong.

The grass.

From June 1st, 2026, private sector salaries in the UAE will need to be paid by the first day of every month, and the big change is this: the 15-day grace period for late salary payments is being removed. We look at both the employees and employers sides.
KHDA and Parkin have announced a new partnership to digitise access to parking permits for Dubai&rsquo;s education sector. So what will actually change for schools, parents, staff and students, and when will people start to feel the difference?
We get the latest on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and how it affects travel and travellers alike.
And the 2026 World Cup is just 23 days away, and there is one part of the tournament that most of us will barely notice, unless something goes wrong.
The grass.

Your salary must be paid by 1st of every month

Shipping costs between Asia and the Gulf are now surging above pandemic highs - as companies scramble to reroute cargo around the near closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Plus with Eid Al Adha fast approaching - Dubai is preparing for a packed week with fireworks, concerts and, shopping deals across the city. Katie Chambers' will catch up with the team from Dubai Festivals.

But what if you’re planning to travel? We’ll get inspiration and discuss trends for both Eid and the summer.

Meanwhile, a Dubai startup is helping residents buy surplus food from major brands at discounts of up to 70 per cent in a bid to tackle waste and cut living costs.

And OpenAI wants ChatGPT to help you manage your money. 

Shipping costs between Asia and the Gulf are now surging above pandemic highs - as companies scramble to reroute cargo around the near closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Plus with Eid Al Adha fast approaching - Dubai is preparing for a packed week with fireworks, concerts and, shopping deals across the city. Katie Chambers' will catch up with the team from Dubai Festivals.
But what if you&rsquo;re planning to travel? We&rsquo;ll get inspiration and discuss trends for both Eid and the summer.
Meanwhile, a Dubai startup is helping residents buy surplus food from major brands at discounts of up to 70 per cent in a bid to tackle waste and cut living costs.
And OpenAI wants ChatGPT to help you manage your money.&nbsp;

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