From September 2026, the new academic year, KHDA inspections will resume after a two-year pause, but with schools given no more than 24 hours’ notice before a team arrives.

We are almost 14 weeks on from the start of the conflict on February 28th, but only now are we beginning to get a clearer picture of what it has actually done to buyer behavior. Are people still applying for property mortgage? Or are they delaying it? Are approvals moving at the same pace? 

A series of studies suggests weight loss drugs may be linked to a lower risk of developing several cancers, including breast, lung and pancreatic cancer.

And why do musicians across the Middle East may be missing out financially? 

From September 2026, the new academic year, KHDA inspections will resume after a two-year pause, but with schools given no more than 24 hours&rsquo; notice before a team arrives.
We are almost 14 weeks on from the start of the conflict on February 28th, but only now are we beginning to get a clearer picture of what it has actually done to buyer behavior. Are people still applying for property mortgage? Or are they delaying it? Are approvals moving at the same pace?&nbsp;
A series of studies suggests weight loss drugs may be linked to a lower risk of developing several cancers, including breast, lung and pancreatic cancer.
And why do musicians across the Middle East may be missing out financially?&nbsp;

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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Just 24 hours' notice for school inspections in Dubai

The UAE is now providing five-year multiple-entry tourist visas for international visitors of all nationalities. What kind of difference will this longer-term tourist visa have for the hospitality industry here?

The Dubai Future Foundation has released the fifth edition of its "Global 50” report. It's a detailed and forward-looking report that looks at transformations across critical sectors. It also analyses 50 "opportunities" for the future that were featured in previous reports to consider how they might be implemented and could become a reality. 

Two students attending DESS College have created an initiative called DuneTales, they say they want to document and share the stories of migrant workers in the UAE: like construction workers to maintenance staff. 

The UK government has proposed a default overnight social media curfew for 16- and 17year-olds, blocking apps like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube from midnight to 6am, though users can opt out by changing their account settings. 

Apparently there's a social media trend that has gone viral, urging young people to put slime or squishy toys in the microwave as a "hack" to make it softer. Dubai Police have issued a warning not to heat any of these toys, as it can cause serious injury. 

And Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is out in cinemas this week! When is the last time a movie elicited this level of excitement? 

 

The UAE is now providing five-year multiple-entry tourist visas for international visitors of all nationalities. What kind of difference will this longer-term tourist visa have for the hospitality industry here?
The Dubai Future Foundation has released the fifth edition of its "Global 50&rdquo; report. It's a detailed and forward-looking report that looks at transformations across critical sectors. It also analyses 50 "opportunities" for the future that were featured in previous reports to consider how they might be implemented and could become a reality.&nbsp;
Two students attending DESS College have created an initiative called DuneTales, they say they want to document and share the stories of migrant workers in the UAE: like construction workers to maintenance staff.&nbsp;
The UK government has proposed a default overnight social media curfew for 16- and 17year-olds, blocking apps like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube from midnight to 6am, though users can opt out by changing their account settings.&nbsp;
Apparently there's a social media trend that has gone viral, urging young people to put slime or squishy toys in the microwave as a "hack" to make it softer. Dubai Police have issued a warning not to heat any of these toys, as it can cause serious injury.&nbsp;
And Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is out in cinemas this week! When is the last time a movie elicited this level of excitement?&nbsp;
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How the UAE's new tourist visa could transform hospitality

Has your car insurance gone up in recent years? It can be tempting to take the best deal out there, but sometimes when a price looks too good to be true, it often is. 

That's the warning from the UAE Ministry of Interior who have alerted the public to social media accounts impersonating real insurance companies to scam people out of their hard-earned cash. 

The Dubai Police solved a robbery case in Deira in just 10 minutes. Find out how technology played a major part here.

What's the impact of automation on the more experienced workforce here in the UAE?

UAE and international film makers will gather in Dubai this month of the Emirates Film Festival.

And $75 million is up for grabs for this year's Esports World Cup.

Has your car insurance gone up in recent years? It can be tempting to take the best deal out there, but sometimes when a price looks too good to be true, it often is.&nbsp;
That's the warning from the UAE Ministry of Interior who have alerted the public to social media accounts impersonating real insurance companies to scam people out of their hard-earned cash.&nbsp;
The Dubai Police solved a robbery case in Deira in just 10 minutes. Find out how technology played a major part here.
What's the impact of automation on the more experienced workforce here in the UAE?
UAE and international film makers will gather in Dubai this month of the Emirates Film Festival.
And $75 million is up for grabs for this year's Esports World Cup.

Insurance scam alert

If you’ve got something negative to say, it’s best to err on the side of caution here in the UAE. A recent Abu Dhabi court case has found an influencer liable to pay more than AED 81,000 in compensation and fines over a social media video that was deemed to be defamatory. 

Food and water security have been a top priority for authorities in the UAE, and for years now there has been a push to develop local agriculture and food production. Recent disruptions to global shipping have reminded us of the importance of secure supply chains and having diversified import sources. So what does food security actually look like on the ground? 

And summer can be challenging for parents: how do you keep children entertained and still learning without them spending six weeks glued to a screen? 

If you&rsquo;ve got something negative to say, it&rsquo;s best to err on the side of caution here in the UAE. A recent Abu Dhabi court case has found an influencer liable to pay more than AED 81,000 in compensation and fines over a social media video that was deemed to be defamatory.&nbsp;
Food and water security have been a top priority for authorities in the UAE, and for years now there has been a push to develop local agriculture and food production. Recent disruptions to global shipping have reminded us of the importance of secure supply chains and having diversified import sources. So what does food security actually look like on the ground?&nbsp;
And summer can be challenging for parents: how do you keep children entertained and still learning without them spending six weeks glued to a screen?&nbsp;

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