More professionals in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are choosing to earn less money if they can upskill, according to new research from Oliver Wyman. 


We ask recruitment expert Zaid Al Ahiali if employees are really putting learning ahead of earning.
And in a cautionary AI tale, we explore how one man’s conversations with ChatGPT spiralled into a mental health 


Also, had trouble with a home renovation? A contractor gone quiet? Or maybe a rental car company refusing to return your deposit? Ahmad Ali Moussa, Director of the Consumer Protection Department, joins us to answer your questions and explain what you can do.


Plus – the Perseids meteor shower is set to light up UAE skies this week - we'll tell you the best time to spot it.

More professionals in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are choosing to earn less money if they can upskill, according to new research from Oliver Wyman.&nbsp; 
We ask recruitment expert Zaid Al Ahiali if employees are really putting learning ahead of earning. And in a cautionary AI tale, we explore how one man&rsquo;s conversations with ChatGPT spiralled into a mental health&nbsp; 
Also, had trouble with a home renovation? A contractor gone quiet? Or maybe a rental car company refusing to return your deposit? Ahmad Ali Moussa, Director of the Consumer Protection Department, joins us to answer your questions and explain what you can do. 
Plus &ndash; the Perseids meteor shower is set to light up UAE skies this week - we'll tell you the best time to spot it.

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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Fraud isn’t just the work of lone hackers, it’s an organised, professionalised industry. But what’s changing is the scale and sophistication of the threats. We're seeing a sharp rise in first-party fraud, synthetic identities. To explore the key fraud trends we’re likely to see in 2026, Katie speaks with Rob Woods, Senior Director of Fraud and Identity at LexisNexis Risk Solutions.

There’s been a surge in reports of unauthorised QR codes being found on parking meters across the city. It might sound like a minor inconvenience, but according to a joint statement from RTA and Parkin, this is actually part of a growing phishing scam where innocent drivers are being tricked into scanning fake codes that lead to fraudulent websites. Kaspersky's Maher Yamout helps us unpack this.

Is it appropriate to buy a second-hand present? Or is it acceptable to gift second-hand items? Thrift For Good's Jennifer Sault and etiquette coach Orchids Roy give their take.

What if you didn’t have to worry about shopping at all this Christmas because 'someone's' going to do it for you?

And where do Dubai's turkeys come from?

 

Fraud isn&rsquo;t just the work of lone hackers, it&rsquo;s an organised, professionalised industry. But what&rsquo;s changing is the scale and sophistication of the threats. We're seeing a sharp rise in first-party fraud, synthetic identities. To explore the key fraud trends we&rsquo;re likely to see in 2026, Katie speaks with Rob Woods, Senior Director of Fraud and Identity at LexisNexis Risk Solutions.
There&rsquo;s been a surge in reports of unauthorised QR codes being found on parking meters across the city. It might sound like a minor inconvenience, but according to a joint statement from RTA and Parkin, this is actually part of a growing phishing scam where innocent drivers are being tricked into scanning fake codes that lead to fraudulent websites. Kaspersky's Maher Yamout helps us unpack this.
Is it appropriate to buy a second-hand present? Or is it acceptable to gift second-hand items? Thrift For Good's Jennifer Sault and etiquette coach Orchids Roy give their take.
What if you didn&rsquo;t have to worry about shopping at all this Christmas because 'someone's' going to do it for you?
And where do Dubai's turkeys come from?
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Watch Out: A New Phishing Scam Targeting Parking Payments

A persistent low‑pressure system has been parked over the UAE since the weekend, bringing scattered rainfall, gusty winds and unstable conditions that forecasters say could last through December 19. Yellow and orange alerts have been activated, motorists in several emirates have been urged to drive with caution, and authorities have even advised people to stay off beaches and avoid marine activities as rougher seas develop. Aya Alrashidi, forecaster from the National Center of Meteorology, joins us to unpack what's driving this conditions and what we should really be prepared for.

RoadHeroAcademy.com's Dr Mustafa Aldah guides us on what to make sure we're doing behind the wheel when roads are wet.

How much of your working day is spent on things that actually matter? Katie is joined by two brilliant minds as she explores how AI is changing the way people rethink their workday.

Yas Island has a new star in its lineup, and this time, it’s supernatural.

And as we start planning our Christmas lunches, whether it’s roast turkey, honey-glazed carrots or a lavish brunch with all the trimmings, there’s something we probably aren’t thinking about: the carbon footprint on the plate.

A persistent low‑pressure system has been parked over the UAE since the weekend, bringing scattered rainfall, gusty winds and unstable conditions that forecasters say could last through December 19. Yellow and orange alerts have been activated, motorists in several emirates have been urged to drive with caution, and authorities have even advised people to stay off beaches and avoid marine activities as rougher seas develop. Aya Alrashidi, forecaster from the National Center of Meteorology, joins us to unpack what's driving this conditions and what we should really be prepared for.
RoadHeroAcademy.com's Dr Mustafa Aldah guides us on what to make sure we're doing behind the wheel when roads are wet.
How much of your working day is spent on things that actually matter? Katie is joined by two brilliant minds as she explores how AI is changing the way people rethink their workday.
Yas Island has a new star in its lineup, and this time, it&rsquo;s supernatural.
And as we start planning our Christmas lunches, whether it&rsquo;s roast turkey, honey-glazed carrots or a lavish brunch with all the trimmings, there&rsquo;s something we probably aren&rsquo;t thinking about: the carbon footprint on the plate.

Road Safety in Unstable Weather

A new survey finds commute ease and traffic congestion are now the top quality-of-life concerns for UAE residents.

The UAE National Orchestra makes its debut at the Zayed National Museum. In her first-ever radio interview, the orchestra’s Managing Director shares what’s next.

How is a new programm are helping women return to the workforce after taking time out for family or study going?

A new survey finds commute ease and traffic congestion are now the top quality-of-life concerns for UAE residents.
The UAE National Orchestra makes its debut at the Zayed National Museum. In her first-ever radio interview, the orchestra&rsquo;s Managing Director shares what&rsquo;s next.
How is a new programm are helping women return to the workforce after taking time out for family or study going?

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