Shipping costs between Asia and the Gulf are now surging above pandemic highs - as companies scramble to reroute cargo around the near closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Plus with Eid Al Adha fast approaching - Dubai is preparing for a packed week with fireworks, concerts and, shopping deals across the city. Katie Chambers' will catch up with the team from Dubai Festivals.

But what if you’re planning to travel? We’ll get inspiration and discuss trends for both Eid and the summer.

Meanwhile, a Dubai startup is helping residents buy surplus food from major brands at discounts of up to 70 per cent in a bid to tackle waste and cut living costs.

And OpenAI wants ChatGPT to help you manage your money. 

Shipping costs between Asia and the Gulf are now surging above pandemic highs - as companies scramble to reroute cargo around the near closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Plus with Eid Al Adha fast approaching - Dubai is preparing for a packed week with fireworks, concerts and, shopping deals across the city. Katie Chambers' will catch up with the team from Dubai Festivals.
But what if you&rsquo;re planning to travel? We&rsquo;ll get inspiration and discuss trends for both Eid and the summer.
Meanwhile, a Dubai startup is helping residents buy surplus food from major brands at discounts of up to 70 per cent in a bid to tackle waste and cut living costs.
And OpenAI wants ChatGPT to help you manage your money.&nbsp;

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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.