We look at what’s changed. 

From a Dh1.4 billion flood prevention push, to rising insurance costs, and where victims stand 12 months on.

Plus, the Oscars finally give stunts their moment to shine – a brand new category is on the way. 

We look at what&rsquo;s changed.&nbsp;
From a Dh1.4 billion flood prevention push, to rising insurance costs, and where victims stand 12 months on.
Plus, the Oscars finally give stunts their moment to shine &ndash; a brand new category is on the way.&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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One year since Dubai’s epic super storm 

For the first time in 10 years, WhichSchoolAdvisor, the region’s leading independent school review site, is including traffic conditions in its annual parent survey. It's a small change that signals a pretty big shift in how families are thinking about education in the UAE. We're joined by the co-founder of WhichSchoolAdvisor James Mullan to give us more details.

Two principals also joined the discussion on what their schools are doing to tackle the traffic issue.

The full passenger route map for the UAE’s long-awaited Etihad Rail has been revealed. So is this a game-changer for commuters and tourism? 

From today, it is now mandatory to register your cats and dogs with the Abu Dhabi authorities.

Last week, a loud sonic boom shook homes in California after a Chinese spacecraft crashing back to Earth. But while the debris burned through the atmosphere, something else happened and the shockwaves were picked up by earthquake sensors.

And there are reports that Apple is secretly working on a brand new device... could this be the beginning of the end for the smartphone?

 

 

For the first time in 10 years, WhichSchoolAdvisor, the region&rsquo;s leading independent school review site, is including traffic conditions in its annual parent survey. It's a&nbsp;small change that signals a pretty big shift in how families are thinking about education in the UAE. We're joined by the co-founder of WhichSchoolAdvisor James Mullan to give us more details.
Two principals also joined the discussion on what their schools are doing to tackle the traffic issue.
The full passenger route map for the UAE&rsquo;s long-awaited Etihad Rail has been revealed. So is this a game-changer for commuters and tourism?&nbsp;
From today, it is now mandatory to register your cats and dogs with the Abu Dhabi authorities.
Last week, a loud sonic boom shook homes in California after a Chinese spacecraft crashing back to Earth. But while the debris burned through the atmosphere, something else happened and the shockwaves were picked up by earthquake sensors.
And there are reports that Apple is secretly working on a brand new device... could this be the beginning of the end for the smartphone?
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Does traffic decide where your kids go to school?

A company that has just opened their regional office in Dubai isn’t hiring junior staff at all. Just C-Suite leaders. Why? Because they believe artificial intelligence can handle the rest. We speak to Heroiks. Then if AI is becoming the new junior staff, what does that mean for HR policies? We pose the question to employment lawyer Luke Tapp.

Is Jarvis real now? When one company tried to bring Ironman’s Jarvis to life, things got weird. Moltbot was a premium AI home assistant designed to automate repetitive digital tasks on a user’s computer like reading and replying to emails, sorting files, or running terminal commands. But suddenly it started thinking for itself.

We often talk about Ramadan as the “golden quarter” for marketers. But a new report is challenging that narrative. According to fresh research, it’s not just one big commercial spike, it’s a rhythm. A series of evolving influence moments, shaped by how people live, give, and gather during the Holy Month.

Between 10pm and 4am, online activity surges. That’s when people are watching, browsing, and crucially, shopping. So what does that mean for retailers, platforms, and logistics? And how do you serve customers who are most active after midnight?

And meet two Filipino longboarders who have just completed a non-stop, four-hour longboarding journey from Dubai all the way to Abu Dhabi. 

A company that has just opened their regional office in Dubai isn&rsquo;t hiring junior staff at all. Just C-Suite leaders. Why? Because they believe artificial intelligence can&nbsp;handle the rest. We speak to Heroiks. Then if AI is becoming the new junior staff, what does that mean for HR policies? We pose the question to employment lawyer Luke Tapp.
Is Jarvis real now? When one company tried to bring Ironman&rsquo;s Jarvis to life, things got weird. Moltbot was a premium AI home assistant designed to automate repetitive digital tasks on a user&rsquo;s computer like reading and replying to emails, sorting files, or running terminal commands. But suddenly it started thinking for itself.
We often talk about Ramadan as the &ldquo;golden quarter&rdquo; for marketers. But a new report is challenging that narrative. According to fresh research, it&rsquo;s not just one big commercial&nbsp;spike, it&rsquo;s a rhythm. A series of evolving influence moments, shaped by how people live, give, and gather during the Holy Month.
Between 10pm and 4am, online activity surges. That&rsquo;s when people are watching, browsing, and crucially, shopping. So what does that mean for retailers, platforms, and&nbsp;logistics? And how do you serve customers who are most active after midnight?
And meet two Filipino longboarders who have just completed a non-stop, four-hour longboarding journey from Dubai all the way to Abu Dhabi.&nbsp;

AI replacing junior staff

With the UAE aiming for Net Zero by 2050, Etihad Rail is expected to play a key role in reducing road traffic, cutting carbon emissions, and shifting residents toward more sustainable mobility. Adhraa Al Mansoori, Director of Public Policy and Sustainability at Etihad Rail.

We discuss disputes between tenants and landlords, eviction cases under Dubai Rental law and rent increase regulations with Dr. Yousef Al Mansoori, Senior First Instance Judge at the Rental Dispute Center in Dubai.

And we find out how economic uncertainty and the arrival of AI affect entry-level roles and how these make job hunting more difficult for young people.

With the UAE aiming for Net Zero by 2050, Etihad Rail is expected to play a key role in reducing road traffic, cutting carbon emissions, and shifting residents toward more sustainable mobility. Adhraa Al Mansoori, Director of Public Policy and Sustainability at Etihad Rail.
We discuss disputes between tenants and landlords, eviction cases under Dubai Rental law and rent increase regulations with Dr. Yousef Al Mansoori, Senior First Instance Judge at the Rental Dispute Center in Dubai.
And we find out how economic uncertainty and the arrival of AI affect entry-level roles and how these make job hunting more difficult for young people.

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