From June 1st, 2026, private sector salaries in the UAE will need to be paid by the first day of every month, and the big change is this: the 15-day grace period for late salary payments is being removed. We look at both the employees and employers sides.

KHDA and Parkin have announced a new partnership to digitise access to parking permits for Dubai’s education sector. So what will actually change for schools, parents, staff and students, and when will people start to feel the difference?

We get the latest on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and how it affects travel and travellers alike.

And the 2026 World Cup is just 23 days away, and there is one part of the tournament that most of us will barely notice, unless something goes wrong.

The grass.

From June 1st, 2026, private sector salaries in the UAE will need to be paid by the first day of every month, and the big change is this: the 15-day grace period for late salary payments is being removed. We look at both the employees and employers sides.
KHDA and Parkin have announced a new partnership to digitise access to parking permits for Dubai&rsquo;s education sector. So what will actually change for schools, parents, staff and students, and when will people start to feel the difference?
We get the latest on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and how it affects travel and travellers alike.
And the 2026 World Cup is just 23 days away, and there is one part of the tournament that most of us will barely notice, unless something goes wrong.
The grass.

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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Your salary must be paid by 1st of every month

The UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation is warning that a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a global food price crisis within a year.

With Eid and half term creating a full week off for many families across the UAE, we’re looking at how to make the most of the break - from staycation ideas and hidden gems, to family activities closer to home.

Meanwhile, new research from Al Ain suggests we may need a proper holiday every two months to recover from stress and avoid burnout.

And as school’s out, we’ll explore how holiday camps are moving beyond childcare - with programmes now designed to build creativity, confidence and real-world skills.

plus, we’ll also hear from a US bioscience company working to bring extinct animals back to life - after it developed an artificial eggshell that can support bird embryos outside a natural egg.

The UN&rsquo;s Food and Agriculture Organisation is warning that a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a global food price crisis within a year.
With Eid and half term creating a full week off for many families across the UAE, we&rsquo;re looking at how to make the most of the break - from staycation ideas and hidden gems, to family activities closer to home.
Meanwhile, new research from Al Ain suggests we may need a proper holiday every two months to recover from stress and avoid burnout.
And as school&rsquo;s out, we&rsquo;ll explore how holiday camps are moving beyond childcare - with programmes now designed to build creativity, confidence and real-world skills.
plus, we&rsquo;ll also hear from a US bioscience company working to bring extinct animals back to life - after it developed an artificial eggshell that can support bird embryos outside a natural egg.

Global food price warning

With Eid and summer holidays coming up, plenty of residents will be looking for a quick getaway, a hotel stay, or a last-minute travel deal online. Dubai Police have warned that fake travel and tourism offers are circulating online, often promoted through slick-looking websites, social media pages, messaging apps and phone calls. So how do you know whether that bargain break is genuine, or a scam designed to catch you out?

New trade routes are opening up across the region - due to the conflict. We look at what actually has to happen on the ground to make these new corridors work in practice.

The conflict in the region has caused a major disruption to international aviation, with a number of foreign carriers suspending, reducing or rerouting flights as airlines reassessed safety, airspace access, insurance requirements and operational risk. Now, we’re starting to see a gradual and uneven return.

At NYU Abu Dhabi, a student-led start-up is working on technology that could make everyday communication more accessible for deaf and hard-of-hearing people.

And what if a paint could help keep the building cooler, reduce the need for air conditioning, and even collect water from the air?

With Eid and summer holidays coming up, plenty of residents will be looking for a quick getaway, a hotel stay, or a last-minute travel deal online. Dubai Police have warned that fake travel and tourism offers are circulating online, often promoted through slick-looking websites, social media pages, messaging apps and phone calls. So how do you know whether that bargain break is genuine, or a scam designed to catch you out?
New trade routes are opening up across the region - due to the conflict. We look at what actually has to happen on the ground to make these new corridors work in practice.
The conflict in the region has caused a major disruption to international aviation, with a number of foreign carriers suspending, reducing or rerouting flights as airlines reassessed safety, airspace access, insurance requirements and operational risk. Now, we&rsquo;re starting to see a gradual and uneven return.
At NYU Abu Dhabi, a student-led start-up is working on technology that could make everyday communication more accessible for deaf and hard-of-hearing people.
And what if a paint could help keep the building cooler, reduce the need for air conditioning, and even collect water from the air?

Check this before you book your Eid holiday 

We’ll look at the next wave of mega communities - from Fujairah’s new Etihad Rail station to a 62 billion dirham development in Dubai South near the new airport. What do these projects tell us about where the country is heading next?

Plus, Tabby is moving into education with Zenda, after a survey found 88% of UAE parents feel financial strain when school fees are due. So could flexible payment plans change how families manage the rising cost of education?

Dubai is investing one billion dirhams into a new international space cooperation programme. His Excellency Salem Humaid Al Murri, Director General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, joins us to explain how it could boost the UAE economy.

And after the success of Jackie Chan’s Vanguard and Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan, Dubai is pitching itself as a global filming destination at the Cannes Film Festival. But what could that mean for local filmmakers?

We&rsquo;ll look at the next wave of mega communities - from Fujairah&rsquo;s new Etihad Rail station to a 62 billion dirham development in Dubai South near the new airport. What do these projects tell us about where the country is heading next?
Plus, Tabby is moving into education with Zenda, after a survey found 88% of UAE parents feel financial strain when school fees are due. So could flexible payment plans change how families manage the rising cost of education?
Dubai is investing one billion dirhams into a new international space cooperation programme. His Excellency Salem Humaid Al Murri, Director General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, joins us to explain how it could boost the UAE economy.
And after the success of Jackie Chan&rsquo;s Vanguard and Shah Rukh Khan&rsquo;s Pathaan, Dubai is pitching itself as a global filming destination at the Cannes Film Festival. But what could that mean for local filmmakers?

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