That’s what Malaysia is planning from 2026 and it’s part of a global trend. Australia brings in its ban next month with France, Spain, all tightening restrictions. We explore whether bans actually work and who should be responsible for keeping kids safe online, with consultant in digital wellbeing, Dr Alison Burrows.

Next we head to the mountains — to the beautiful Hatta, where one of the UAE’s biggest development projects is rapidly taking shape. A new school and amphitheatre have just opened, and we ask how this AED 36 billion masterplan is transforming the area for business, tourism and the people who live there, with Dubai Holding's Roudi Soubra.

We also speak to the founder of the Hatta Strawberry Farm that is using hydroponics and smart farming to boost food security to grow something sweet in the desert.

And we have two very interesting animal stories: How parakeets are thriving in cities around the world, including right here in Dubai and the discovery that lions don’t just have one roar — they have two, and each one serves a completely different purpose.

That&rsquo;s what Malaysia is planning from 2026 and it&rsquo;s part of a global trend. Australia brings in its ban next month with France, Spain, all tightening restrictions. We explore whether bans actually work and who should be responsible for keeping kids safe online, with consultant in digital wellbeing, Dr Alison Burrows.
Next we head to the mountains &mdash; to the beautiful Hatta, where one of the UAE&rsquo;s biggest development projects is rapidly taking shape. A new school and amphitheatre have just opened, and we ask how this AED 36 billion masterplan is transforming the area for business, tourism and the people who live there, with Dubai Holding's Roudi Soubra.
We also speak to the founder of the Hatta Strawberry Farm that is using hydroponics and smart farming to boost food security to grow something sweet in the desert.
And we have two very interesting animal stories: How parakeets are thriving in cities around the world, including right here in Dubai and the discovery that lions don&rsquo;t just have one roar &mdash; they have two, and each one serves a completely different purpose.

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.