Jay Scher, an angel investor in F&B start-ups like Vosges Haut Chocolat, is bringing his  venture to the UAE. But after losing his arms and legs to sepsis in 2019, he’s sharing his powerful story on not just surviving, but thriving—in life and entrepreneurship.

Jay Scher, an angel investor in F&amp;B start-ups like Vosges Haut Chocolat, is bringing his &nbsp;venture to the UAE. But after losing his arms and legs to sepsis in 2019, he&rsquo;s sharing his powerful story on not just surviving, but thriving&mdash;in life and entrepreneurship.

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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JAY SCHER'S JOURNEY OF RESILIENCE, REINVENTION & BUSINESS IN THE UAE

Authorities say the oil spill off the UAE’s northern coast has now been contained, with no fresh leaks detected, and they say drinking water supplies are safe. But what impact could the spill have on our desalination plants?

Meanwhile, petrol prices in the UAE are coming down this month, but they’re still two thirds higher than at the start of the year. And diesel prices are up by 86 per cent. So what does that mean for delivery companies and their drivers?

Plus, Americans head to the polls tomorrow for the US midterm elections, and we look at how the result could have major consequences for the Middle East.

And if you run a business or work as a freelancer in the UAE, the way you send invoices is about to change. Simply emailing a PDF won’t be enough. So what do you need to do now to avoid being caught out?

Then, Dubai is planning a citywide loyalty programme for tourists, as part of its new plans to bring visitors back. But will it work?

Also, Dubai is getting ready for Future Week, and there’s a million dirhams up for grabs. But with technology moving so quickly, how do we make sure people remain at the heart of it?

 


And finally, could the next Cristiano Ronaldo be discovered using nothing more than a smartphone? A Saudi-backed technology company has developed an app that uses artificial intelligence to assess young footballers.

Authorities say the oil spill off the UAE&rsquo;s northern coast has now been contained, with no fresh leaks detected, and they say drinking water supplies are safe. But what impact could the spill have on our desalination plants?
Meanwhile, petrol prices in the UAE are coming down this month, but they&rsquo;re still two thirds higher than at the start of the year. And diesel prices are up by 86 per cent. So what does that mean for delivery companies and their drivers?
Plus, Americans head to the polls tomorrow for the US midterm elections, and we look at how the result could have major consequences for the Middle East.
And if you run a business or work as a freelancer in the UAE, the way you send invoices is about to change. Simply emailing a PDF won&rsquo;t be enough. So what do you need to do now to avoid being caught out?
Then, Dubai is planning a citywide loyalty programme for tourists, as part of its new plans to bring visitors back. But will it work?
Also, Dubai is getting ready for Future Week, and there&rsquo;s a million dirhams up for grabs. But with technology moving so quickly, how do we make sure people remain at the heart of it?
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 And finally, could the next Cristiano Ronaldo be discovered using nothing more than a smartphone? A Saudi-backed technology company has developed an app that uses artificial intelligence to assess young footballers.

Oil spill contained: is UAE drinking water safe?

A week on from the UAE oil spill, more beaches have closed in Sharjah as clean-up operations continue in Ras Al Khaimah. Is the oil still spreading, and when could our coastline recover?

Could we all do with less screen time at the dinner table? Restaurants in Sardinia are trialling a phone-free dining scheme. Could it work here in the UAE?

Dubai's winter camping season starts this Sunday, with hundreds of new spots opening at Al Ruwayyah. Is it time to swap the city for a night under the stars?

And Dubai school students are turning heads with an invention that could turn plastic waste into fuel. We'll meet the Grade 12 innovators behind the idea.

A week on from the UAE oil spill, more beaches have closed in Sharjah as clean-up operations continue in Ras Al Khaimah. Is the oil still spreading, and when could our coastline recover?
Could we all do with less screen time at the dinner table? Restaurants in Sardinia are trialling a phone-free dining scheme. Could it work here in the UAE?
Dubai's winter camping season starts this Sunday, with hundreds of new spots opening at Al Ruwayyah. Is it time to swap the city for a night under the stars?
And Dubai school students are turning heads with an invention that could turn plastic waste into fuel. We'll meet the Grade 12 innovators behind the idea.

UAE oil spill: A week on, how much progress has been made?

Does watching employees more closely actually make them work better? It's the main question now with AI making it possible for employers to monitor their staff in detail.

If you're working here in the UAE, can your boss legally monitor your emails, track your computer activity or use AI to assess how productive you've been?

Dubai is spending another AED 3 billion on storm water drainage.  

Two years into an extraordinary life at sea, passengers of the Villa Vie Odyssey are now stranded in Cambodia after soaring fuel costs forced the company to suspend its voyage. We speak to passenger Holly, who's travelling with her cat, Captain.

And it’s that time of year again... and Dictionary.com’s Word of the Year for 2026 is maxxing!

 

 

 

 

Does watching employees more closely actually make them work better? It's the main question now with AI making it possible for employers to monitor their staff in detail.
If you're working here in the UAE, can your boss legally monitor your emails, track your computer activity or use AI to assess how productive you've been?
Dubai is spending another AED 3 billion on storm water drainage.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Two years into an extraordinary life at sea, passengers of the Villa Vie Odyssey are now stranded in Cambodia after soaring fuel costs forced the company to suspend its voyage. We speak to passenger Holly, who's travelling with her cat, Captain.
And it&rsquo;s that time of year again... and Dictionary.com&rsquo;s Word of the Year for 2026 is maxxing!
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