24 October 2023: Experts have warned that almost a third of online product and service reviews are fake. But how can we tell the honest from the better avoided?

24 October 2023: Experts have warned that almost a third of online product and service reviews are fake. But how can we tell the honest from the better avoided?

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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The UAE is breaking single-supplier control on medicines - to cut costs and prevent shortages, so how soon could patients see the benefits?

We'll get the reaction from a market consultant and a pharmacy.

As sea levels rise and coastal cities face mounting flood risks, the Dutch are building neighbourhoods designed to float rather than sink - so is that something that could work here?

Plus, Student entrepreneurs are being given the opportunity to shine once again, as applications are now open for the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards.

The competition enables student founders the chance to compete for mentorship, exposure and a share of a 100,000 dollar prize.

The UAE is breaking single-supplier control on medicines - to cut costs and prevent shortages, so how soon could patients see the benefits?
We'll get the reaction from a market consultant and a pharmacy.
As sea levels rise and coastal cities face mounting flood risks, the Dutch are building neighbourhoods designed to float rather than sink - so is that something that could work here?
Plus, Student entrepreneurs are being given the opportunity to shine once again, as applications are now open for the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards.
The competition enables student founders the chance to compete for mentorship, exposure and a share of a 100,000 dollar prize.

UAE moves to cut drug costs- how soon will you feel it?

A viral fake AED 500 note has put counterfeit cash back in the spotlight, so what should you do if you come across one?

Samsung unveils the Galaxy S26 series as rumours swirl that Apple could launch a foldable phone later this year.

Air taxis move closer to take-off as Joby Aviation partners with Uber to launch bookable flights in the UAE.

And 12-year-old Warren Bacongallo wins the UAE Spelling Bee Championship, with his younger brother Rei Martus finishing second runner-up.

A viral fake AED 500 note has put counterfeit cash back in the spotlight, so what should you do if you come across one?
Samsung unveils the Galaxy S26 series as rumours swirl that Apple could launch a foldable phone later this year.
Air taxis move closer to take-off as Joby Aviation partners with Uber to launch bookable flights in the UAE.
And 12-year-old Warren Bacongallo wins the UAE Spelling Bee Championship, with his younger brother Rei Martus finishing second runner-up.

Fake AED 500 notes and how to spot them

The UAE has confirmed the academic calendar for the next three years, giving families and schools clarity on term dates, shorter breaks and a slightly later return after summer. Does this three-year clarity make your life easier, or are shorter breaks a concern for your family?

A major shake-up in the UAE’s taxi market-- Bolt has added 1,823 vehicles through a new partnership, taking its Dubai fleet past 10,000 cars.

A new UN report says the world has entered what it calls an era of “global water bankruptcy”, with 75 percent of people now living in water insecure countries and water-related conflicts rising sharply.

And we are catching up with the UAE alpine skiers who have just returned from the slopes of the Winter Olympics. 

The UAE has confirmed the academic calendar for the next three years, giving families and schools clarity on term dates, shorter breaks and a slightly later return after summer. Does this three-year clarity make your life easier, or are shorter breaks a concern for your family?
A major shake-up in the UAE&rsquo;s taxi market-- Bolt has added 1,823 vehicles through a new partnership, taking its Dubai fleet past 10,000 cars.
A new UN report says the world has entered what it calls an era of &ldquo;global water bankruptcy&rdquo;, with 75 percent of people now living in water insecure countries and water-related conflicts rising sharply.
And we are catching up with the UAE alpine skiers who have just returned from the slopes of the Winter Olympics.&nbsp;

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