A major oil spill has reached Oman’s coastline, contaminating up to 40 kilometres of shore. 

We look at the threat to marine life and ask how you actually clean up an oil spill.

Plus, the UAE cracks down on nuisance cold callers, a tiny heart implant could keep patients out of hospital, and new research suggests dogs really can read our emotions.

And on World Rollercoaster Day, we head to Yas Island to find out why we love being scared.

A major oil spill has reached Oman&rsquo;s coastline, contaminating up to 40 kilometres of shore.&nbsp;
We look at the threat to marine life and ask how you actually clean up an oil spill.
Plus, the UAE cracks down on nuisance cold callers, a tiny heart implant could keep patients out of hospital, and new research suggests dogs really can read our emotions.
And on World Rollercoaster Day, we head to Yas Island to find out why we love being scared.

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.