Dubai billionaire Khalaf Al Habtoor is urging schools and universities to prioritise practical experience alongside academic study. In the UAE, it's been two and a half years since teenagers aged 15 to 18 can legally apply for part-time jobs under what is known as a juvenile work permit.

Dubai billionaire Khalaf Al Habtoor is urging schools and universities to prioritise practical experience alongside academic study. In the UAE, it's been two and a half years since teenagers aged 15 to 18 can legally apply for part-time jobs under what is known as a juvenile work permit.

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.

The Agenda

Should real-work experience be a requirement for all UAE students?

Scammers have been at it again, offering tickets for a fake Taylor Swift concert in Dubai, as cloned sites and OTP traps offering massive discounts continue to rise. 

Scammers have been at it again, offering tickets for a fake Taylor Swift concert in Dubai, as cloned sites and OTP traps offering massive discounts continue to rise.&nbsp;

Taylor Swift concert scam

We take a look round one of the UAE’s most anticipated cultural landmarks - the Zayed National Museum, now open on Saadiyat Island. 

Just down the road, the Natural History Museum is already making waves - we chat with the Director about dinosaurs, meteorites, and more.

The Oxford Word of the Year is here. Ever heard of rage bait?

Looking ahead to FIFA World Cup 2026, we’ve got expert tips on navigating the US visa process.

Plus, we unpack the solar storm that grounded over 100 planes in the UAE and ask: could there be more delays ahead? Aviation analyst Anita Mendiratta joins us.

Then, science takes a spooky turn: could black mould that thrives on radiation help protect astronauts in space? 

We take a look round one of the UAE&rsquo;s most anticipated cultural landmarks - the Zayed National Museum, now open on Saadiyat Island.&nbsp;
Just down the road, the Natural History Museum is already making waves - we chat with the Director about dinosaurs, meteorites, and more.
The Oxford Word of the Year is here. Ever heard of rage bait?
Looking ahead to FIFA World Cup 2026, we&rsquo;ve got expert tips on navigating the US visa process.
Plus, we unpack the solar storm that grounded over 100 planes in the UAE and ask: could there be more delays ahead? Aviation analyst Anita Mendiratta joins us.
Then, science takes a spooky turn: could black mould that thrives on radiation help protect astronauts in space?&nbsp;

Inside the UAE’s museums: From heritage to prehistoric giants

Rents in Dubai have risen by over 23% on average in the last 12 months, with some areas seeing increases of up to 35%, according to property consultancy CBRE. So what are your rights if your landlord asks for a big jump in rent? Dr. Yousef Al Mansoori, Senior First Instance Judge at the Rental Dispute Center walk us through some of the most common legal battles — including evictions for personal use, rent increases, and contract handovers.

White Friday is here but it’s no longer just about the deepest discount. We hear from brand experts tracking how shoppers are rewarding seamless experiences over price tags. 

We unpack how big logistics companies cope when the world starts gift-wrapping.

A new study from the University of Cambridge in the UK has found that our brains go through four major rewiring moments — not just in childhood, but also around the ages of 32, 66, and even 83. So what does that mean for how we grow, learn, and age?

And when does a brand refresh become a branding disaster? 

Rents in Dubai have risen by over 23% on average in the last 12 months, with some areas seeing increases of up to 35%, according to property consultancy CBRE. So what are your rights if your landlord asks for a big jump in rent? Dr. Yousef Al Mansoori, Senior First Instance Judge at the Rental Dispute Center walk us through some of the most common legal battles &mdash; including evictions for personal use, rent increases, and contract handovers.
White Friday is here but it&rsquo;s no longer just about the deepest discount. We hear from brand experts tracking how shoppers are rewarding seamless experiences over price tags.&nbsp;
We unpack how big logistics companies cope when the world starts gift-wrapping.
A new study from the University of Cambridge in the UK has found that our brains go through four major rewiring moments &mdash; not just in childhood, but also around the ages of 32, 66, and even 83. So what does that mean for how we grow, learn, and age?
And when does a brand refresh become a branding disaster?&nbsp;

Should real-work experience be a requirement for all UAE students?

In 1 playlist(s)

The Agenda

Follow podcast

Recent clips