Forty two kilometres long, 40 metres underground. Eighteen stations. Fifteen key areas. And it's going to expand the Metro by more than a third.

A new report shows the UAE leading global hiring in 2026, with strong job growth across the Gulf driven by tech, AI, healthcare and energy.

Meanwhile, there’s a growing focus on worker wellbeing in the UAE’s real estate sector.

Plus, City Nature Challenge runs April 24–27, inviting people to record local wildlife and support real scientific research.

And, with World Book Day being celebrated across the UAE this week, we think we've found Dubai's smallest library.

Forty two kilometres long, 40 metres underground. Eighteen stations. Fifteen key areas. And it's going to expand the Metro by more than a third.
A new report shows the UAE leading global hiring in 2026, with strong job growth across the Gulf driven by tech, AI, healthcare and energy.
Meanwhile, there&rsquo;s a growing focus on worker wellbeing in the UAE&rsquo;s real estate sector.
Plus, City Nature Challenge runs April 24&ndash;27, inviting people to record local wildlife and support real scientific research.
And, with World Book Day being celebrated across the UAE this week, we think we've found Dubai's smallest library.

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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.