Day two of Ramadan and as families ease into new routines, we ask what the shift in pace means for domestic workers’ hours.

Careem joins us to launch its ‘Seeds for Gaza’ campaign and reveal how drivers will have their tips doubled during the Holy Month.

Plus - moon sighting goes futuristic with AI-powered drones now scanning the skies.

A new viral video starring Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise has Hollywood shaking in its boots, because it looks totally really, but it's totally AI.

And from Tokyo, how groundbreaking tech at the Deaflympics is letting fans feel the action like never before.

Day two of Ramadan and as families ease into new routines, we ask what the shift in pace means for domestic workers&rsquo; hours.
Careem joins us to launch its &lsquo;Seeds for Gaza&rsquo; campaign and reveal how drivers will have their tips doubled during the Holy Month.
Plus - moon sighting goes futuristic with AI-powered drones now scanning the skies.
A new viral video starring Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise has Hollywood shaking in its boots, because it looks totally really, but it's totally AI.
And from Tokyo, how groundbreaking tech at the Deaflympics is letting fans feel the action like never before.

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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Ramadan surprise - careem drivers’ tips to be doubled during the Holy Month

British children born overseas could be denied entry to the UK from next week because of a change in passport rules. And it is not just children. Dual nationals more broadly are facing a scramble for documentation before the new rules come into force on February 25th. So what does the law actually say?

We are in the first day on Ramadan and the Holy Month of course, is a time of reflection and generosity, but how does that spirit translate into real-world behaviour, not just here in the UAE, but globally? We also find out a bit more about how you can give back this Holy Month.

This week the UAE marked five years since its Hope Probe entered orbit around Mars, a historic achievement that made the Emirates the first Arab nation to reach the Red Planet. And today we learned the mission has been extended until 2028, three years beyond its original plan.

There is now a growing campaign calling on hotels to bring back proper bathroom doors, arguing that privacy should not be optional. Is this clever use of space, or have hotels taken minimalist design too far?

And some hotels are now embedding tiny tracking tags into towels and linens. The aim? To reduce theft, cut costs and monitor inventory more efficiently.

British children born overseas could be denied entry to the UK from next week because of a change in passport rules. And it is not just children. Dual nationals more broadly are facing a scramble for documentation before the new rules come into force on February 25th. So what does the law actually say?
We are in the first day on Ramadan and the Holy Month of course, is a time of reflection and generosity, but how does that spirit translate into real-world behaviour, not just here in the UAE, but globally? We also find out a bit more about how you can give back this Holy Month.
This week the UAE marked five years since its Hope Probe entered orbit around Mars, a historic achievement that made the Emirates the first Arab nation to reach the Red Planet. And today we learned the mission has been extended until 2028, three years beyond its original plan.
There is now a growing campaign calling on hotels to bring back proper bathroom doors, arguing that privacy should not be optional. Is this clever use of space, or have hotels taken minimalist design too far?
And some hotels are now embedding tiny tracking tags into towels and linens. The aim? To reduce theft, cut costs and monitor inventory more efficiently.

UK to block dual nationals entering on foreign passports only

A new premium airline is planned to be launched in Bahrain, creating around 1,200 jobs. What does this mean for the wider Gulf aviation landscape?

It is now easier to travel between the UAE and the Kingdom of Bahrain.

According to the latest World Tourism Barometer, Europe remains the most visited region, but the real growth stories are elsewhere. So what is driving travellers toward these so-called high-identity, emerging destinations?

The second member of UAE's Winter Olympics contingent had a difficult outing on Monday as Alex Astridge did not finish his round in the men's slalom competition.

Staying on the Winter Games, there’s growing concern among climate scientists that rising global temperatures could dramatically reduce the number of cities capable of safely hosting the Winter Olympics within the next few decades.

And Dubai could one day be home to a 900-foot-high Moon. 

A new premium airline is planned to be launched in Bahrain, creating around 1,200 jobs. What does this mean for the wider Gulf aviation landscape?
It is now easier to travel between the UAE and the Kingdom of Bahrain.
According to the latest World Tourism Barometer, Europe remains the most visited region, but the real growth stories are elsewhere. So what is driving travellers toward these so-called high-identity, emerging destinations?
The second member of UAE's Winter Olympics contingent had a difficult outing on Monday as Alex Astridge did not finish his round in the men's slalom competition.
Staying on the Winter Games, there&rsquo;s growing concern among climate scientists that rising global temperatures could dramatically reduce the number of cities capable of safely hosting the Winter Olympics within the next few decades.
And Dubai could one day be home to a 900-foot-high Moon.&nbsp;

New fast-track travel system between UAE and Bahrain

The UAE Ministry of Education has introduced nine new enforcement measures to tackle rising student absenteeism, particularly before weekends and public holidays. Under the new rules, unexcused absences are capped at 15 days per academic year in public schools. So what message does this send, and could private schools follow suit?

New data shows road accidents spike significantly during Ramadan, with the two-hour window between 2pm and 4pm accounting for the highest proportion of incidents. So how significant is the risk this year, and what should motorists be mindful of?

We also look forward to the commencement of Ramadan and speak with the Dubai Astronomy Group.

A new study is making headlines after researchers found that stimulating a specific part of the brain with mild electrical currents appeared to reduce selfish behaviour and increase generosity in decision making tasks.

A team in the UK is using spider silk fibres and implanting them into a vein or hollow conduit to help repair a nerve, and they eventually degrade safely into the body.

And we're telling you details about human poo used in medicine.

The UAE Ministry of Education has introduced nine new enforcement measures to tackle rising student absenteeism, particularly before weekends and public holidays. Under the new rules, unexcused absences are capped at 15 days per academic year in public schools. So what message does this send, and could private schools follow suit?
New data shows road accidents spike significantly during Ramadan, with the two-hour window between 2pm and 4pm accounting for the highest proportion of incidents. So how significant is the risk this year, and what should motorists be mindful of?
We also look forward to the commencement of Ramadan and speak with the Dubai Astronomy Group.
A new study is making headlines after researchers found that stimulating a specific part of the brain with mild electrical currents appeared to reduce selfish behaviour and increase generosity in decision making tasks.
A team in the UK is using spider silk fibres and implanting them into a vein or hollow conduit to help repair a nerve, and they eventually degrade safely into the body.
And we're telling you details about human poo used in medicine.

Ramadan surprise - careem drivers’ tips to be doubled during the Holy Month

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