Dozens of vessels have reportedly made the crossing in the Strait of Hormuz in recent weeks despite threats ranging from sea mines to missile attacks. How exposed is global shipping, and what risks remain?

The UN is warning the world to prepare for what could become one of the strongest El Niño events in decades. So can artificial intelligence help us forecast dangerous heatwaves before they strike? 

Cybercriminals are moving faster in the UAE, with automated attacks up 62 per cent and password reset attacks up 300 per cent, according to new data.

We also speak to an Emirati cybersecurity researcher about the technology she’s built to detect manipulated images, video and audio.

And do you know why you get brain freeze whenever you eat ice cream?

Dozens of vessels have reportedly made the crossing in the Strait of Hormuz in recent weeks despite threats ranging from sea mines to missile attacks. How exposed is global shipping, and what risks remain?
The UN is warning the world to prepare for what could become one of the strongest El Ni&ntilde;o events in decades. So can artificial intelligence help us forecast dangerous heatwaves before they strike?&nbsp;
Cybercriminals are moving faster in the UAE, with automated attacks up 62 per cent and password reset attacks up 300 per cent, according to new data.
We also speak to an Emirati cybersecurity researcher about the technology she&rsquo;s built to detect manipulated images, video and audio.
And do you know why you get brain freeze whenever you eat ice cream?

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.