Abu Dhabi’s Integrated Transport Centre has announced the launch of a new central control room to oversee its autonomous vehicle operations across the emirate. But many questions remain, do people feel safe to start using these services? 

Meta has now pulled the plug on an AI tool it only launched less than a week ago after it sparked widespread condemnation and criticism over privacy issues. 

Here in the UAE, a new initiative wants to put brain health at the center of that conversation. Professional boxers competing in the country will now undergo pre-fight brain and cognitive assessments before being medically cleared to compete.

If you're spending the majority of your summer right here in the UAE, we have some tips on where to go during your break. 

And fancy stargazing this summer?

Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s Integrated Transport Centre has announced the launch of a new central control room to oversee its autonomous vehicle operations across the emirate. But many questions remain, do people feel safe to start using these services?&nbsp;
Meta has now pulled the plug on an AI tool it only launched less than a week ago after it sparked widespread condemnation and criticism over privacy issues.&nbsp;
Here in the UAE, a new initiative wants to put brain health at the center of that conversation. Professional boxers competing in the country will now undergo pre-fight brain and cognitive assessments before being medically cleared to compete.
If you're spending the majority of your summer right here in the UAE, we have some tips on where to go during your break.&nbsp;
And fancy stargazing this summer?

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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Dubai’s Metro Blue Line has hit a major construction milestone. The RTA says the first phase of tunnelling has been completed in just two months, using the tunnel boring machine Al Wugeisha, which can excavate up to 30 metres a day. So what does this milestone tell us about the pace of the project?

Camel milk has long been part of Bedouin culture and a staple across the Gulf. But now it's finding a whole new audience, with demand growing in Europe, the UK and beyond as consumers look for alternative dairy products with potential health benefits. 

We've all done it.  Taken the hotel slippers home, piled our plates high at the breakfast buffet, or asked for a late checkout. But where's the line between making the most of your stay and breaking hotel etiquette? 

And please meet Billy... the cat predicting winners of the World Cup.

Dubai&rsquo;s Metro Blue Line has hit a major construction milestone. The RTA says the first phase of tunnelling has been completed in just two months, using the tunnel boring machine Al Wugeisha, which can excavate up to 30 metres a day. So what does this milestone tell us about the pace of the project?
Camel milk has long been part of Bedouin culture and a staple across the Gulf. But now it's finding a whole new audience, with demand growing in Europe, the UK and beyond as consumers look for alternative dairy products with potential health benefits.&nbsp;
We've all done it. &nbsp;Taken the hotel slippers home, piled our plates high at the breakfast buffet, or asked for a late checkout. But where's the line between making the most of your stay and breaking hotel etiquette?&nbsp;
And please meet Billy... the cat predicting winners of the World Cup.

How will the Metro Blue line change your daily travel in Dubai?

Pakistani authorities have recovered wreckage from the K2 Airways cargo plane that disappeared after taking off from Sharjah on its way to Karachi. Search teams are still looking for the five crew members, who remain missing, as investigators work to determine what caused the aircraft to crash into the Arabian Sea. We speak to aviation expert and lawyer Nick Humphrey for the latest.

The UAE has established a specialised court in Abu Dhabi to hear human trafficking cases. To explain what this means and how it could strengthen efforts to combat the crime, we are joined by Devanand Mahadeva, Director at Kaden Boriss Legal Consultancy.

Is now the perfect time to snap up a bargain holiday in Dubai?

Meta is rolling out a new privacy feature for its Ray-Ban smart glasses.

Plus, find out which Instagram setting you should turn off to help prevent your photos from being used to generate AI images.

Pakistani authorities have recovered wreckage from the K2 Airways cargo plane that disappeared after taking off from Sharjah on its way to Karachi. Search teams are still looking for the five crew members, who remain missing, as investigators work to determine what caused the aircraft to crash into the Arabian Sea. We speak to aviation expert and lawyer Nick Humphrey for the latest.
The UAE has established a specialised court in Abu Dhabi to hear human trafficking cases. To explain what this means and how it could strengthen efforts to combat the crime, we are joined by Devanand Mahadeva, Director at Kaden Boriss Legal Consultancy.
Is now the perfect time to snap up a bargain holiday in Dubai?
Meta is rolling out a new privacy feature for its Ray-Ban smart glasses.
Plus, find out which Instagram setting you should turn off to help prevent your photos from being used to generate AI images.

Search continues for K2 Airways cargo plane crew

That's a warning from the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority, saying that doing so can expose young people to unnecessary online risks. It comes as the UAE prepares to introduce a ban on social media for children under the age of 15.

Expo City Dubai has issued the UAE's first-ever Green Licences, recognising businesses that are putting sustainability at the heart of what they do.

Sharjah has more reasons for residents and tourists to visit the emirate this summer.

A black widow spider has been spotted in a Dubai garden. We tell you what you should do if you see one.

And there's a new app that aims to predict a person's risk of getting a heart attack.

 

 

That's a warning from the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority, saying that doing so can expose young people to unnecessary online risks. It comes as the UAE prepares to introduce a ban on social media for children under the age of 15.
Expo City Dubai has issued the UAE's first-ever Green Licences, recognising businesses that are putting sustainability at the heart of what they do.
Sharjah has more reasons for residents and tourists to visit the emirate this summer.
A black widow spider has been spotted in a Dubai garden. We tell you what you should do if you see one.
And there's a new app that aims to predict a person's risk of getting a heart attack.
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