With the UAE aiming for Net Zero by 2050, Etihad Rail is expected to play a key role in reducing road traffic, cutting carbon emissions, and shifting residents toward more sustainable mobility. Adhraa Al Mansoori, Director of Public Policy and Sustainability at Etihad Rail.

We discuss disputes between tenants and landlords, eviction cases under Dubai Rental law and rent increase regulations with Dr. Yousef Al Mansoori, Senior First Instance Judge at the Rental Dispute Center in Dubai.

And we find out how economic uncertainty and the arrival of AI affect entry-level roles and how these make job hunting more difficult for young people.

With the UAE aiming for Net Zero by 2050, Etihad Rail is expected to play a key role in reducing road traffic, cutting carbon emissions, and shifting residents toward more sustainable mobility. Adhraa Al Mansoori, Director of Public Policy and Sustainability at Etihad Rail.
We discuss disputes between tenants and landlords, eviction cases under Dubai Rental law and rent increase regulations with Dr. Yousef Al Mansoori, Senior First Instance Judge at the Rental Dispute Center in Dubai.
And we find out how economic uncertainty and the arrival of AI affect entry-level roles and how these make job hunting more difficult for young people.

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.

The Agenda

Etihad Rail on track to begin operations in 2026

Abu Dhabi’s Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence has just announced the launch of K2 Think V2, a cutting-edge model being described as the country’s most powerful sovereign AI reasoning system to date.

That power bank in your bag? It might be more dangerous than you think. 

The Child Digital Safety Law which has come into force and it brings new rules around age verification, harmful content, and platform accountability. How does this reshape the legal landscape for global tech companies operating in the UAE? What does it mean for ISPs and telecom providers? And how will these rules be enforced?

Some airports in Asia have started to screen passengers after a virus outbreak in India. What is Nipah virus? How does it transmit from one person to another?

A team of scientists from NYU Abu Dhabi has just wrapped up the first nationwide coral “stress test”. 

As Gulfood 2026 continues here in Dubai, one of the most talked-about themes this year is the future of protein. Not just where it comes from but how it’s made, how it tastes and how sustainable it really is.

And we hear about a global challenge to build the world’s first fully robot-constructed residential villa.

Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence has just announced the launch of K2 Think V2, a cutting-edge model being described as the&nbsp;country&rsquo;s most powerful sovereign AI reasoning system to date.
That power bank in your bag? It might be more dangerous than you think.&nbsp;
The Child Digital Safety Law which has come into force and it brings new rules around age verification, harmful content, and platform accountability. How does this reshape the&nbsp;legal landscape for global tech companies operating in the UAE? What does it mean for ISPs and telecom providers? And how will these rules be enforced?
Some airports in Asia have started to screen passengers after a virus outbreak in India. What is Nipah virus? How does it transmit from one person to another?
A team of scientists from NYU Abu Dhabi has just wrapped up the first nationwide coral &ldquo;stress test&rdquo;.&nbsp;
As Gulfood 2026 continues here in Dubai, one of the most talked-about themes this year is the future of protein. Not just where it comes from but how it&rsquo;s made, how it&nbsp;tastes and how sustainable it really is.
And we hear about a global challenge to build the world&rsquo;s first fully robot-constructed residential villa.

UAE’s most advanced AI reasoning model

Excitement is building over Disneyland Abu Dhabi, after the CEO of the company, Bob Iger, posted a picture of himself strolling along the coastline of Yas Island, around a sandpit. So with construction is still in its early phases, we ask Chris Seymour, Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa at Mace, when we can expect the park to be ready.

Staying with that theme of confidence and capital flowing into the UAE, we also look at at Dubai’s most prestigious and glamorous properties with Ben Bandari.

For decades, the private office was the ultimate symbol of power. But now in the post-pandemic era of hybrid working and open-plan collaboration, that door may finally be closing. What does it say about the changing world of work? 

A large UK study has found the menopause is linked to changes in the brain similar to those seen in Alzheimer's.

The world’s first “Gold Street” is set to be built in Dubai as part of the newly-launched Dubai Gold District. We get details from gold expert Jeff Rhodes.

From ocean pollution to microplastics in our food and water, it's often painted as the environmental villain of our age. But is that reputation entirely fair?

And would you mind if your next burger came from a bioreactor instead of a cow?

Excitement is building over Disneyland Abu Dhabi, after the CEO of the company, Bob Iger, posted a picture of himself strolling along the coastline of Yas Island, around a&nbsp;sandpit. So with construction is still in its early phases, we ask Chris Seymour, Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa at Mace, when we can expect the park to be ready.
Staying with that theme of confidence and capital flowing into the UAE, we also look at at Dubai&rsquo;s most prestigious and glamorous properties with Ben Bandari.
For decades, the private office was the ultimate symbol of power. But now in the post-pandemic era of hybrid working and open-plan collaboration, that door may finally be&nbsp;closing. What does it say about the changing world of work?&nbsp;
A large UK study has found the menopause is linked to changes in the brain similar to those seen in Alzheimer's.
The world&rsquo;s first &ldquo;Gold Street&rdquo; is set to be built in Dubai as part of the newly-launched Dubai Gold District. We get details from gold expert Jeff Rhodes.
From ocean pollution to microplastics in our food and water, it's often painted as the environmental villain of our age. But is that reputation entirely fair?
And would you mind if your next burger came from a bioreactor instead of a cow?

The road to opening Disneyland Abu Dhabi

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has now completed 65% of a major new bridge project that will link Sheikh Zayed Road directly to Dubai Harbour. Hamad Al Shehhi, Director of Roads at Traffic and Roads Agency at the RTA gives us more details.

Is paracetamol safe to take during pregnancy? Well, according to a major new review published in The Lancet, the answer is yes. The researchers behind the study say there is no evidence linking paracetamol use to autism, ADHD, or other developmental issues in children. 

For the first time ever, the UAE will be sending not one, but two athletes to the Winter Olympics. One of them is Piera Hudson who has qualified to compete in alpine skiing at Milano–Cortina 2026, and she joins Georgia on the show today.

A remarkable new archive has just opened beneath the Antarctic ice designed to preserve disappearing climate records from glaciers around the world. We find out more information about the 'Ice Memory Sanctuary’ from Ice Memory Foundation Director, Anne-Catherine Ohlmann.

We discuss food trends and how neuroscience is revolutionising food product development as Gulfood takes place in Dubai.

And it’s already chilly across the Emirates, but is another cold wave on the way?

 

Dubai&rsquo;s Roads and Transport Authority has now completed 65% of a major new bridge project that will link Sheikh Zayed Road directly to Dubai Harbour. Hamad Al Shehhi, Director of Roads at Traffic and Roads Agency at the RTA gives us more details.
Is paracetamol safe to take during pregnancy? Well, according to a major new review published in The Lancet, the answer is yes. The researchers behind the study say there is no evidence linking paracetamol use to autism, ADHD, or other developmental issues in children.&nbsp;
For the first time ever, the UAE will be sending not one, but two athletes to the Winter Olympics. One of them is Piera Hudson who has qualified to compete in alpine skiing at Milano&ndash;Cortina 2026, and she joins Georgia on the show today.
A remarkable new archive has just opened beneath the Antarctic ice designed to preserve disappearing climate records from glaciers around the world. We find out more information about the 'Ice Memory Sanctuary&rsquo; from Ice Memory Foundation Director, Anne-Catherine Ohlmann.
We discuss food trends and how neuroscience is revolutionising food product development as Gulfood takes place in Dubai.
And it&rsquo;s already chilly across the Emirates, but is another cold wave on the way?
&nbsp;

Etihad Rail on track to begin operations in 2026

In 1 playlist(s)

The Agenda

Follow podcast

Recent clips