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The Agenda

Dubai Eye 103.8

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

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57:10

Dementia, children and why heading the ball should be...

The Agenda ·

2025/03/14

Is heading the ball putting footballers at risk? Is it time to rethink the beautiful game?Plus, air quality is improving across the UAE, but what about the air we breathe indoors?And how a Dubai hotel is giving dementia patients an opportunity to intern this Ramadan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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53:53

Two weeks until Eid

The Agenda ·

2025/03/13

dnata Travel is seeing a significant rise in international bookings, with 90% of customers opting for trips abroad - a sharp increase from last year when only 60% of travellers chose to fly abroad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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57:45

UAE’s Air is Getting Cleaner

The Agenda ·

2025/03/13

Air pollution levels in the UAE have dropped significantly—by more than 20% in the past year, according to a study by Swiss company IQAir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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53:31

Freelancers Cashing In: Earning Up to $1,000 a Day in...

The Agenda ·

2025/03/11

Three years after the UAE loosened labour laws for independent workers, freelancers are thriving—some commanding up to $1,000 (AED 3,600) per day! A new survey from Outsized reveals that day rates start at $300 (AED 1,100), proving that being your own boss can be seriously lucrative. Join us as we break down the numbers, explore which industries are booming, and ask: is freelancing the future of work in the UAE?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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72:09

UAE's first digital detox clinic for children

The Agenda ·

2025/03/10

The first digital detox program for children that aims to address screen addiction in kids has opened in Abu Dhabi. Dr Dinesh Banur, Consultant and Chair of Pediatrics at Yas Clinic Khalifa City managed by Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center tells Georgia the six-step programme to help children and their families regain control.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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56:25

Under representation of women in music

The Agenda ·

2025/03/07

In celebration of International Women's Day tomorrow we look the figures of women working in the music industry. The numbers are really surprising - the ratio of commercial music artists is 78% male and 22% female. We'll speak to one company looking to change that right here in the UAE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:56

Do you shop local?

The Agenda ·

2025/03/06

This week, the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology launched the “Make it in the Emirates” Ramadan Market—a celebration of homegrown talent, craftsmanship, and innovation. But what does it really mean to support local businesses, and why does it matter?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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53:48

UAE obesity levels could hit 95% by 2050

The Agenda ·

2025/03/05

Really shocking new figures on obesity suggest rates in the UAE are likely to hit 95% - the highest globally by 2050. We spoke to the author of that report and found out the reality in the UAE, plus the government's plans to manage the problem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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62:55

DANGERS OF E-BIKES

The Agenda ·

2025/03/04

An increasing number of residents are coming out against e-bikes and there seems to be a grey area between e-bicycles and e-motorbikes. This is what lots of teenagers in the UAE are exploiting. Georgia speaks with Wolfgang Hohmann, Founder & Owner of Wolfis Bike Shop Dubai and Phil Clarke, Director of Road Safety & Enforcement at 4E on what can be done to lessen the dangers they bring on the roads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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56:22

LYING ON YOUR CV

The Agenda ·

2025/03/03

Have you re-written your CV recently? There's a trend right now to get AI to re-rewrite it for you.... But be careful - because recruiters are now very savvy about what they call CV falsification - which they say is “ridiculously common”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:21

UAE MISSION TO THE ASTEROID BELT

The Agenda ·

2025/02/28

The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre has announced a new high-tech sattelite will be launched next week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:33

DUBAI TRAFFIC

The Agenda ·

2025/02/27

Traffic accidents are up across the roads of the UAE, the ministry of interior has released road safety data for 2024 – with major accidents rising 8 percent from the previous year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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56:24

TELEMARKETERS FINED FOR COLD CALLING

The Agenda ·

2025/02/26

Over 150 companies in Dubai have been slapped with a AED 50,000 fine each for violating telemarketing regulations. The Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade regulations came into effect in August of last year with the aim to reduce unwanted marketing calls and protect consumer privacy. Mario Volpi, Head of Brokerage at Novvi Properties says cold calling is not illegal as long as it's kept within the allowed parameters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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53:11

ANTI-PIRACY LAB OPENS IN THE UAE

The Agenda ·

2025/02/25

Georgia finds out more about the newly opened anti-piracy lab in the UAE from H.E. Abdelrahman Almuaini, Assistant Undersecretary for IP Sector at Ministry of Economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:54

ARABIC LANGUAGE

The Agenda ·

2025/02/24

We'll find out why even babies are going to be taught Arabic in all nurseries and childcare centres in Dubai - as of September this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:06

FIRST AI GRADED MEDICINE

The Agenda ·

2025/02/21

Scientists based in part here in the UAE say they're making significant progress in developing the world's first fully AI-generated drug.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:10

JAY SCHER'S JOURNEY OF RESILIENCE, REINVENTION &...

The Agenda ·

2025/02/20

Jay Scher, an angel investor in F&B start-ups like Vosges Haut Chocolat, is bringing his venture to the UAE. But after losing his arms and legs to sepsis in 2019, he’s sharing his powerful story on not just surviving, but thriving—in life and entrepreneurship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:36

AUGMENTED ETHICAL HACKER

The Agenda ·

2025/02/19

Georgia speaks to augmented ethical hacker Len Noe who has 11 microchips installed in his body - asking him all the important questions - like why?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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40:43

CRYPTO BILL PAYMENT

The Agenda ·

2025/02/18

A major UAE telecoms company has added cryptocurrency to its payment options.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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52:38

MINORITY REPORT FOR REAL?

The Agenda ·

2025/02/17

The UAE authorities say they're using AI to actually prevent crimes, with an innovative new Crime Map.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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