Tech firms are rowing back on diversity. Should we be worried?

Tech firms are rowing back on diversity. Should we be worried?

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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The latest INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard shows that drivers in Dubai lost an average of 45 hours to congestion over the past year.  That’s a 30% jump from 2024, and a 36% increase compared to two years ago. In other words, we’re now spending a third more time on the road than we used to.

The latest INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard shows that drivers in Dubai lost an average of 45 hours to congestion over the past year. &nbsp;That&rsquo;s a 30% jump from 2024, and a 36% increase compared to two years ago. In other words, we&rsquo;re now spending a third more time on the road than we used to.

Global Traffic Index

Scammers have been at it again, offering tickets for a fake Taylor Swift concert in Dubai, as cloned sites and OTP traps offering massive discounts continue to rise. 

Scammers have been at it again, offering tickets for a fake Taylor Swift concert in Dubai, as cloned sites and OTP traps offering massive discounts continue to rise.&nbsp;

Taylor Swift concert scam

Dubai billionaire Khalaf Al Habtoor is urging schools and universities to prioritise practical experience alongside academic study. In the UAE, it's been two and a half years since teenagers aged 15 to 18 can legally apply for part-time jobs under what is known as a juvenile work permit.

Dubai billionaire Khalaf Al Habtoor is urging schools and universities to prioritise practical experience alongside academic study. In the UAE, it's been two and a half years since teenagers aged 15 to 18 can legally apply for part-time jobs under what is known as a juvenile work permit.

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