We look at what's happening on the roads during this season's rains and how the RTA and Dubai Municipality prepare and ensure that the 2024 floods don't happen again.

As we come to the close of the first week of home learning this term, we ask schools and universities about how they are managing the online setup.

We also speak with the KHDA to find out the latest rules when it comes to remote learning.

And if you're scheduled to watch a concert and it gets cancelled, what are your rights?

 

 

 

We look at what's happening on the roads during this season's rains and how the RTA and Dubai Municipality prepare and ensure that the 2024 floods don't happen again.
As we come to the close of the first week of home learning this term, we ask schools and universities about how they are managing the online setup.
We also speak with the KHDA to find out the latest rules when it comes to remote learning.
And if you're scheduled to watch a concert and it gets cancelled, what are your rights?
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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.

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Dubai invests billions for flood control

We look at property transaction volumes and mortgage lending in the UAE during the ongoing regional conflict.

The Dubai World Cup is back this weekend, with a staggering $12 million on the line and some of the best horses on the planet lining up at Meydan. So what does it actually take to train, manage, and race a horse at this level? 

And Primark has officially opened its first store in Dubai today, we look at how residents are receiving it.

 

 

 

We look at property transaction volumes and mortgage lending in the UAE during the ongoing regional conflict.
The Dubai World Cup is back this weekend, with a staggering $12 million on the line and some of the best horses on the planet lining up at Meydan. So what does it actually take to train, manage, and race a horse at this level?&nbsp;
And Primark has officially opened its first store in Dubai today, we look at how residents are receiving it.
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UAE real estate amid regional tensions

The Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed and it's causing chaos in global trade flows. We get the latest on what can actually be done to restore safe passage through one of the world’s most important waterways with Damien Chevallier from the International Maritime Organization. 

The UAE’s small and medium-sized businesses are facing rising costs and uncertainty, and they’re looking for help. 

Some schools are planning a return to classrooms and in-school learning, but is it the right time? We speak with one of the biggest school groups - GEMS.

With oil prices soaring due to the crisis in the Middle East, the Philippines has become the first country in the world to formally declare a state of national energy emergency. We get the latest on the ground live in Manila.

And with record rains set to hit the UAE today, how can you protect your home before the next storm?

The Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed and it's causing chaos in global trade flows. We get the latest on what can actually be done to restore safe passage through one of the world&rsquo;s most important waterways with Damien Chevallier from the International Maritime Organization.&nbsp;
The UAE&rsquo;s small and medium-sized businesses are facing rising costs and uncertainty, and they&rsquo;re looking for help.&nbsp;
Some schools are planning a return to classrooms and in-school learning, but is it the right time? We speak with one of the biggest school groups - GEMS.
With oil prices soaring due to the crisis in the Middle East, the Philippines has become the first country in the world to formally declare a state of national energy emergency. We get the latest on the ground live in Manila.
And with record rains set to hit the UAE today, how can you protect your home before the next storm?

Efforts to keep trade moving

As the conflict enters its fourth week, we take a closer look at the UAE’s resilience and global reputation with His Excellency Badr Jafar, the UAE’s Special Envoy for Business and Philanthropy.

Construction remains one of the key pillars of the UAE’s growth. But how is the sector really holding up? We ask Chris Seymour of Mace Middle East.

A green corridor between Oman and Dubai is now in place to help keep trade flowing, offering an alternative route for cargo and easing some of the strain. Dr Lijo John from Heriot-Watt University Dubai gives us details.

And as home learning continues, we continue to hear from schools how they are managing the remote setup.

As the conflict enters its fourth week, we take a closer look at the UAE&rsquo;s resilience and global reputation with His Excellency Badr Jafar, the UAE&rsquo;s Special Envoy for Business and Philanthropy.
Construction remains one of the key pillars of the UAE&rsquo;s growth. But how is the sector really holding up? We ask Chris Seymour of Mace Middle East.
A green corridor between Oman and Dubai is now in place to help keep trade flowing, offering an alternative route for cargo and easing some of the strain. Dr Lijo John from Heriot-Watt University Dubai gives us details.
And as home learning continues, we continue to hear from schools how they are managing the remote setup.

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