Dubai just smashed another tourism record — 7 million visitors in just four months — but can the city keep its global edge? 

Cultural futurist Jasmine Bina tells us what’s next in tourism — from AI-powered journeys to travel that transforms your identity.

Plus, Global Village pulled in a staggering 10.5 million guests this winter — how is it levelling up for its 30th season?

Meanwhile, UAE doctors warn of a growing Prozac shortage — and why it matters for patient care.

And, ChatGPT crashed yesterday — sending shockwaves through its 100M+ weekly users. AI expert David Lewis says this is a serious wake-up call.

Dubai just smashed another tourism record &mdash; 7 million visitors in just four months &mdash; but can the city keep its global edge?&nbsp;
Cultural futurist Jasmine Bina tells us what&rsquo;s next in tourism &mdash; from AI-powered journeys to travel that transforms your identity.
Plus, Global Village pulled in a staggering 10.5 million guests this winter &mdash; how is it levelling up for its 30th season?
Meanwhile, UAE doctors warn of a growing Prozac shortage &mdash; and why it matters for patient care.
And, ChatGPT crashed yesterday &mdash; sending shockwaves through its 100M+ weekly users. AI expert David Lewis says this is a serious wake-up call.

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.

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Tourism boom or bubble? The future of travel in Dubai

Six months since the regional conflict began, we look at the continuing disruption to the Strait of Hormuz and how Gulf states are developing pipelines and alternative routes that could reduce Iran’s leverage over the vital waterway.

Plus, UEFA is preparing possible criminal proceedings against FIFA president Gianni Infantino, escalating the power struggle at the top of world football.

Meanwhile Bill Gates warns governments are nowhere near ready for the impact AI could have on jobs.

And on Emirati Women’s Day, we hear from the UAE women’s cricket captain as the Women’s Asia Cup gets underway in Dubai.

We also ask whether getting rid of homework could actually help younger children learn, and meet the Australian scientists developing cyborg cockroaches that could one day save lives in disaster zones.

Six months since the regional conflict began, we look at the continuing disruption to the Strait of Hormuz and how Gulf states are developing pipelines and alternative routes that could reduce Iran&rsquo;s leverage over the vital waterway.
Plus, UEFA is preparing possible criminal proceedings against FIFA president Gianni Infantino, escalating the power struggle at the top of world football.
Meanwhile Bill Gates warns governments are nowhere near ready for the impact AI could have on jobs.
And on Emirati Women&rsquo;s Day, we hear from the UAE women&rsquo;s cricket captain as the Women&rsquo;s Asia Cup gets underway in Dubai.
We also ask whether getting rid of homework could actually help younger children learn, and meet the Australian scientists developing cyborg cockroaches that could one day save lives in disaster zones.

Six months into the regional conflict

It’s back to school across the UAE from next week, and Dubai’s education sector is getting even bigger. 

We look at 26 new private education institutions opening this academic year, including Harrow Dubai, and ask the KHDA whether there are enough pupils to fill nearly 17,000 new school places, and what it all means for affordability.

Plus, will changes made by the RTA to roads around Dubai schools make the school run easier? And what will it cost to fill children’s lunchboxes this year?

We also ask whether influencers can get a new generation excited about art, and why Hollywood is so obsessed with bringing back the films we loved decades ago.

It&rsquo;s back to school across the UAE from next week, and Dubai&rsquo;s education sector is getting even bigger.&nbsp;
We look at 26 new private education institutions opening this academic year, including Harrow Dubai, and ask the KHDA whether there are enough pupils to fill nearly 17,000 new school places, and what it all means for affordability.
Plus, will changes made by the RTA to roads around Dubai schools make the school run easier? And what will it cost to fill children&rsquo;s lunchboxes this year?
We also ask whether influencers can get a new generation excited about art, and why Hollywood is so obsessed with bringing back the films we loved decades ago.

Dubai’s school boom: Are there enough pupils?

We give you the lowdown about the shared housing law that comes into force today with property and construction lawyer Scott Hutton.

We also ask: what happens to the people who rely on cheaper shared accommodation? 

On our back-to-school special, we look at what getting a school bus ready for September actually does involve. Plus, school run carpooling, is this an option you're looking to get for your child? We speak with a Grade 12 student who created Community Carpool, a free platform designed to help people organise shared journeys.

Weight-loss drugs are now raising questions in professional sport. But why?

The ball used when Diego Maradona scored both the “Hand of God” and the “Goal of the Century” against England at the 1986 World Cup has sold for $3.3 million. So how do you put a price on a unique piece of sporting history? 

And now another country is drawing the line between “proper” music and AI-generated songs.

We give you the lowdown about the shared housing law that comes into force today with property and construction lawyer Scott Hutton.
We also ask: what happens to the people who rely on cheaper shared accommodation?&nbsp;
On our back-to-school special, we look at what getting a school bus ready for September actually does involve. Plus, school run carpooling, is this an option you're looking to get for your child? We speak with a Grade 12 student who created Community Carpool, a free platform designed to help people organise shared journeys.
Weight-loss drugs are now raising questions in professional sport. But why?
The ball used when Diego Maradona scored both the &ldquo;Hand of God&rdquo; and the &ldquo;Goal of the Century&rdquo; against England at the 1986 World Cup has sold for $3.3 million. So how do you put a price on a unique piece of sporting history?&nbsp;
And now another country is drawing the line between &ldquo;proper&rdquo; music and AI-generated songs.

Tourism boom or bubble? The future of travel in Dubai

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