Attacks on container ships in the Strait of Hormuz are rising to record levels. What does it mean for shipowners trying to get cargo around the world for their customers?

Apple says extraordinary demand for its foldable iPhones means some customers will have to wait until January for their new devices. But the wider smartphone market is facing a chip shortage, so what does that mean for us as consumers with Christmas approaching?

We’re also opening the phone lines for our regular consumer hour, your chance to ask Dubai’s Consumer Protection Department about your rights. We have a particular focus on holiday homes in Dubai, but you can ask director Ahmad Ahli about any consumer issue.

Would you spot a scam if it called you today? Dubai has created a virtual Emirati grandmother to help.

And imagine ordering dinner from a food delivery app. You choose your meal and watch the driver approach, but the restaurant doesn’t exist and the food never arrives. That’s the whole point of a bizarre new website attracting millions of visits. We speak to the founder.

Attacks on container ships in the Strait of Hormuz are rising to record levels. What does it mean for shipowners trying to get cargo around the world for their customers?
Apple says extraordinary demand for its foldable iPhones means some customers will have to wait until January for their new devices. But the wider smartphone market is facing a chip shortage, so what does that mean for us as consumers with Christmas approaching?
We&rsquo;re also opening the phone lines for our regular consumer hour, your chance to ask Dubai&rsquo;s Consumer Protection Department about your rights. We have a particular focus on holiday homes in Dubai, but you can ask director Ahmad Ahli about any consumer issue.
Would you spot a scam if it called you today? Dubai has created a virtual Emirati grandmother to help.
And imagine ordering dinner from a food delivery app. You choose your meal and watch the driver approach, but the restaurant doesn&rsquo;t exist and the food never arrives. That&rsquo;s the whole point of a bizarre new website attracting millions of visits. We speak to the founder.

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.