How will the new visa changes impact how we work and live in the UAE?
Georgia finds out. 

How will the new visa changes impact how we work and live in the UAE? Georgia finds out.

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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New visa changes take effect this month

Microsoft is struggling to fix a global outage affecting its services in 74 countries, including the UAE. Teams, Outlook and the Copilot AI software are hit. The tech giant says the outage was not caused by a cyber-security incident, but its attempts to fix the issue are not “taking as expected”. Are you affected? We speak to a tech expert about what’s going on.

Nine months into the conflict with Iran, disruption to fertiliser supplies is raising concerns about global food production. With major planting seasons under way, could we see food shortages and higher prices next year?

Robot boats are being deployed to hunt for sea mines, searching dangerous waters without putting sailors at risk. We find out how they work, and how AI could make them autonomous.

Desert camping season is back in the UAE, but with litter piling up at popular spots, campaigners are urging visitors to leave no trace.

Could the homes of the future be built from rice waste? A US company is turning discarded rice husks into building panels. Is it the next big thing in sustainable construction?

And fancy having a Dubai park named after your own idea? Dubai Municipality is inviting residents to help name one of the city’s parks, with cash prizes up for grabs. How does the competition work, and what makes a winning name?

Microsoft is struggling to fix a global outage affecting its services in 74 countries, including the UAE. Teams, Outlook and the Copilot AI software are hit. The tech giant says the outage was not caused by a cyber-security incident, but its attempts to fix the issue are not &ldquo;taking as expected&rdquo;. Are you affected? We speak to a tech expert about what&rsquo;s going on.
Nine months into the conflict with Iran, disruption to fertiliser supplies is raising concerns about global food production. With major planting seasons under way, could we see food shortages and higher prices next year?
Robot boats are being deployed to hunt for sea mines, searching dangerous waters without putting sailors at risk. We find out how they work, and how AI could make them autonomous.
Desert camping season is back in the UAE, but with litter piling up at popular spots, campaigners are urging visitors to leave no trace.
Could the homes of the future be built from rice waste? A US company is turning discarded rice husks into building panels. Is it the next big thing in sustainable construction?
And fancy having a Dubai park named after your own idea? Dubai Municipality is inviting residents to help name one of the city&rsquo;s parks, with cash prizes up for grabs. How does the competition work, and what makes a winning name?

Microsoft outage hits the UAE

Dubai border checks now take just 3.4 seconds, and the boss of Dubai Airports believes physical passports could disappear within five years. Could your face soon be all you need to travel?

Al Maktoum International Airport is getting its own Metro stops with a two billion dirham extension. What will it mean for passengers?

Attacks on ships in the Gulf are increasing, with more tankers hit by missiles, as US Vice President JD Vance is reportedly considering face-to-face talks with Iran’s top security official. What more can be done to protect seafarers and their ships?

A nationwide weather alert is in place as thunderstorms and strong winds threaten parts of the UAE.

FIX, the Dubai chocolate bar that took the world by storm, has won the first-ever Dubai-it Award, and we speak to the founders.

Earth has a new moon, but only for a short visit. Could we actually see it?

And Kashmir’s saffron harvests are shrinking. Could its prized red gold be disappearing?

Dubai border checks now take just 3.4 seconds, and the boss of Dubai Airports believes physical passports could disappear within five years. Could your face soon be all you need to travel?
Al Maktoum International Airport is getting its own Metro stops with a two billion dirham extension. What will it mean for passengers?
Attacks on ships in the Gulf are increasing, with more tankers hit by missiles, as US Vice President JD Vance is reportedly considering face-to-face talks with Iran&rsquo;s top security official. What more can be done to protect seafarers and their ships?
A nationwide weather alert is in place as thunderstorms and strong winds threaten parts of the UAE.
FIX, the Dubai chocolate bar that took the world by storm, has won the first-ever Dubai-it Award, and we speak to the founders.
Earth has a new moon, but only for a short visit. Could we actually see it?
And Kashmir&rsquo;s saffron harvests are shrinking. Could its prized red gold be disappearing?

Is the passport about to disappear?

Nearly two-thirds of UAE employers say they plan to hire more Emiratis next year. But with 60% of Emirati professionals unhappy with their pay, what will it take to attract and keep them?

There's a glimmer of good news from COP31 in Turkey, with fossil fuel emissions expected to fall slightly this year.

With the scandal involving Nvidia boss Jensen Huang, we look at the fascinating history of spies using romance to get close to powerful people.

Could hackers take control of your car while you're driving?

And on 11.11, we find out why these sales have such enduring popularity for both retailers and consumers.

Nearly two-thirds of UAE employers say they plan to hire more Emiratis next year. But with 60% of Emirati professionals unhappy with their pay, what will it take to attract and keep them?
There's a glimmer of good news from COP31 in Turkey, with fossil fuel emissions expected to fall slightly this year.
With the scandal involving Nvidia boss Jensen Huang, we look at the fascinating history of spies using romance to get close to powerful people.
Could hackers take control of your car while you're driving?
And on 11.11, we find out why these sales have such enduring popularity for both retailers and consumers.

New visa changes take effect this month

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