Attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea have once again put one of the world's busiest shipping lanes firmly in the spotlight. We get the latest from the International Maritime Organization.

How many hours of sleep do you get in a  night? Japan's Prime Minister says she's lucky if she gets three hours. What actually happens to the brain when we are chronically sleep deprived?

More than 10,000 UAE residents have already signed up to Dubai's new Dubai Invite scheme, which rewards people for persuading friends and family to visit the emirate. Big marketing effort to bring more people into the country. Is it likely to work? 

India's education minister resigned on Saturday after students protested over leaked exam papers, with many celebrating his departure as a victory. 

And do you know all bird songs are made from just eight basic types of sounds?

Attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea have once again put one of the world's busiest shipping lanes firmly in the spotlight. We get the latest from the International Maritime Organization.
How many hours of sleep do you get in a &nbsp;night? Japan's Prime Minister says she's lucky if she gets three hours. What actually happens to the brain when we are chronically sleep deprived?
More than 10,000 UAE residents have already signed up to Dubai's new Dubai Invite scheme, which rewards people for persuading friends and family to visit the emirate. Big marketing effort to bring more people into the country. Is it likely to work?&nbsp;
India's education minister resigned on Saturday after students protested over leaked exam papers, with many celebrating his departure as a victory.&nbsp;
And do you know all bird songs are made from just eight basic types of sounds?

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.