Five days after the devastating fire at Tiger Tower in Dubai Marina, extraordinary stories of courage and compassion are emerging. 


We speak to a student who escaped from the 59th floor through smoke-filled stairwells—and to a stranger from Abu Dhabi who drove across the emirates to offer help.


Plus, is the four-day week catching on in the UAE's private sector? .
And, a medical breakthrough—could a nano-needle patch soon replace invasive biopsies?

Five days after the devastating fire at Tiger Tower in Dubai Marina, extraordinary stories of courage and compassion are emerging.&nbsp; 
We speak to a student who escaped from the 59th floor through smoke-filled stairwells&mdash;and to a stranger from Abu Dhabi who drove across the emirates to offer help. 
Plus, is the four-day week catching on in the UAE's private sector? . And, a medical breakthrough&mdash;could a nano-needle patch soon replace invasive biopsies?

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.