A beach in Khor Fakkan is the latest stretch of UAE coastline to close after oil slicks were spotted along the shore. We get the latest about the clean-up and investigations.

Scientists say 2026 could be the hottest year ever recorded, with a powerful El Niño threatening even more extreme weather next year. And here in the Middle East, the UN says water shortages are continuing, despite unusually heavy rainfall in some areas.

A study out of Zayed University suggests cyberbullying isn't just a problem for children, but adults too.

Abu Dhabi's Early Childhood Authority has launched a campaign called "Protecting Children Takes All of Us".

We tell you about a new trend in property listings called 'housefishing'.

And how did a cruise ship pianist survived an extraordinary ordeal in the Pacific Ocean?

 

 

A beach in Khor Fakkan is the latest stretch of UAE coastline to close after oil slicks were spotted along the shore. We get the latest about the clean-up and investigations.
Scientists say 2026 could be the hottest year ever recorded, with a powerful El Ni&ntilde;o threatening even more extreme weather next year. And here in the Middle East, the UN says water shortages are continuing, despite unusually heavy rainfall in some areas.
A study out of Zayed University suggests cyberbullying isn't just a problem for children, but adults too.
Abu Dhabi's Early Childhood Authority has launched a campaign called "Protecting Children Takes All of Us".
We tell you about a new trend in property listings called 'housefishing'.
And how did a cruise ship pianist survived an extraordinary ordeal in the Pacific Ocean?
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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.