Over the weekend, there was a serious safety scare just off the coast near the Dubai Offshore Sailing Club. A high-speed jet ski collided with a sailing boat — and the impact was so powerful, it reportedly chopped the front off the catamaran’s hull. We speak to the Dubai Maritime Authority about what happened and what’s being done to protect sailors and swimmers on our coastlines.
Dubai is rolling out biometric hotel check-in, where facial recognition and Emirates ID integration could soon allow guests to bypass the reception desk entirely. We speak with hotel managers on where they are now when it comes to implementation.
Now, if you live in the UAE, there’s a good chance you’ve spotted them already—those little yellow robots rolling around neighbourhoods, quietly delivering groceries and takeaway orders. Well, get ready to see a lot more of them.
Moving to technology, we’re looking at the most downloaded app of the year with tech journalist Kevin Sebastian.
You may have seen the viral post — Australia’s red-tipped bananas making headlines and sparking curiosity in supermarkets and across social media. But this isn’t just about clever marketing, the red wax tip is actually a sign of something far more serious: sustainability and chemical-free farming.
And with Christmas just around the corner, many families across the UAE are asking the same question: What kind of Christmas tree should we get this year?

Over the weekend, there was a serious safety scare just off the coast near the Dubai Offshore Sailing Club. A high-speed jet ski collided with a sailing boat &mdash; and the impact was so powerful, it reportedly chopped the front off the catamaran&rsquo;s hull. We speak to the Dubai Maritime Authority about what happened and what&rsquo;s being done to protect sailors and swimmers on our coastlines. Dubai is rolling out biometric hotel check-in, where facial recognition and Emirates ID integration could soon allow guests to bypass the reception desk entirely. We speak with hotel managers on where they are now when it comes to implementation. Now, if you live in the UAE, there&rsquo;s a good chance you&rsquo;ve spotted them already&mdash;those little yellow robots rolling around neighbourhoods, quietly delivering groceries and takeaway orders. Well, get ready to see a lot more of them. Moving to technology, we&rsquo;re looking at the most downloaded app of the year with tech journalist Kevin Sebastian. You may have seen the viral post &mdash; Australia&rsquo;s red-tipped bananas making headlines and sparking curiosity in supermarkets and across social media. But this isn&rsquo;t just about clever marketing, the red wax tip is actually a sign of something far more serious: sustainability and chemical-free farming. And with Christmas just around the corner, many families across the UAE are asking the same question: What kind of Christmas tree should we get this year?

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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