02 June 2022: Georgia chats with Eng. Salem Al Marri, the director general of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, about what this means for the UAE's space sector. 

02 June 2022: Georgia chats with Eng. Salem Al Marri, the director general of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, about what this means for the UAE's space sector.&nbsp;

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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Emirati pride as the UAE is selected to head the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space

UAE schools see a spike in absenteeism ahead of spring break.

Half of UAE schoolchildren receive private tutoring - when is it too early?

Plus we speak to the UAE scientists creating moon dust from local rocks

And find out about Dubai World Cup as it returns to Meydan for 29th edition.

UAE schools see a spike in absenteeism ahead of spring break.
Half of UAE schoolchildren receive private tutoring - when is it too early?
Plus we speak to the UAE scientists creating moon dust from local rocks
And find out about Dubai World Cup as it returns to Meydan for 29th edition.

Could we see travel chaos after Heathrow closes for the day

Plus, the UAE climbs in global happiness rankings as Western nations see a decline.

Giant rats trained to sniff out ivory and rhino horn could help stop wildlife traffickers.

And flash floods and landslides threaten Uganda’s Rwenzori region as environmental risks grow.

 

Plus, the UAE climbs in global happiness rankings as Western nations see a decline.
Giant rats trained to sniff out ivory and rhino horn could help stop wildlife traffickers.
And flash floods and landslides threaten Uganda&rsquo;s Rwenzori region as environmental risks grow.
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Plus the UAE’s cinema boom – with the industry raking in AED 800 million in revenue 

Hollywood filmmakers are seeking new locations after the wildfires, could the UAE emerge as a global film hub?

And a new home for rescued pets – we chat with the founder of Petooti, a new platform connecting rescued animals with loving homes.

The Shocking Truth About Vet Costs
Plus the UAE&rsquo;s cinema boom &ndash; with the industry raking in AED 800 million in revenue&nbsp;
Hollywood filmmakers are seeking new locations after the wildfires, could the UAE emerge as a global film hub?
And a new home for rescued pets &ndash; we chat with the founder of Petooti, a new platform connecting rescued animals with loving homes.

Emirati pride as the UAE is selected to head the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space

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