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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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54:54

FLEXIBLE AND REMOTE WORKING ARE COMING TO DUBAI

The Agenda ·

2024/11/12

The RTA says remote work and flexible working hours are key, when it comes to managing traffic, because they bring greater balance to the transport system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:48

CLIMBING BURJ KHALIFA

The Agenda ·

2024/11/11

YouTube superstar Jimmy Donaldson AKA Mr Beast has become the latest person to scale of heights of Burj Khalifa. But what’s it like to climb the highest building in the world? The Agenda speaks with Nicole Smith Ludvik who you might remember was the face of the Emirates "I’m on top of the world” ad. She’s not just climbed it once - but three times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:26

SAVINGS SCHEMES

The Agenda ·

2024/11/08

The MOHRE are encouraging employers to register for a new savings scheme. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:57

FREE RIDES FOR POD AND SICK

The Agenda ·

2024/11/07

A taxi driver in the capital has been pictured with a sign in his cab offering free journeys for people of determination and those who are unwell. And it’s not the only gesture of generosity offered by this driver - there’s much more. This is the most heartwarming story you will hear this week for sure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:25

MENTAL HEALTH ON THE OIL & GAS SECTOR

The Agenda ·

2024/11/06

The energy sector in the UAE makes up approximately 30% of the economy. But behind that number is a stark fact... a third of oil and gas workers suffer depression and 70% of workers are overweight. Why is that? And what's being done about it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:54

PIGEONS, PARAKEETS & PESTS

The Agenda ·

2024/11/05

Residents of Mira, Mira Oasis and Bur Dubai are struggling with a pigeon problem, and it's being felt in most other areas of the UAE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:21

UAE NATIONAL DAY

The Agenda ·

2024/11/04

So Diwali and Halloween are over - and that means all eyes are now looking forward to the festive season, and the upcoming long weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:58

DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

The Agenda ·

2024/11/01

The government is strengthening the drink driving law - introducing fines of up to 100,000 dirhams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:47

CAREEM BEACH DELIVERIES

The Agenda ·

2024/10/31

If you fancy a snack on the beach and can't be bothered to get up and go and get it - there's now a solution! Careem is launching a new beach service, that'll enable you to order deliveries courtesy of GPS-enabled umbrellas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:33

END OF UAE VISA AMNESTY

The Agenda ·

2024/10/30

With just hours to go until the close of the UAE visa amnesty deadline the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai are advising anyone who has not yet come forward to do so today and tomorrow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:46

Do you sign waivers?

The Agenda ·

2024/10/29

What are the rules in the UAE, and do they hold water?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:18

DUBAI CAR LIFT REGULATION

The Agenda ·

2024/10/28

Workers who use car lifts to get to commute each day will soon be offered a regulated Roads and Transport Authority alternative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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57:25

DODGYBOX CRACK DOWN

The Agenda ·

2024/10/25

Piracy and intellectual property crimes are still proving to be a real problem for the Middle East - with piracy rings offering TV and film content at dramatically reduced rates in countries including the UAE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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56:23

How to ask for a payrise?

The Agenda ·

2024/10/24

That all important - albeit awkward question. How do you ask for more money Natalie Spree - organisational psychologist told us how to play it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:54

Bad drivers clamp down

The Agenda ·

2024/10/23

Dubai Police are clamping down on bad driving in the emirate, with a new penalty of impoundment being introduced for certain crimes including using mobile phones while driving, tailgating and sudden swerving. We discuss this with two experts on traffic and road safety, Thomas Edelmann, Managing Director, Road Safety UAE and Phil Clarke, Director of Road Safety & Enforcement at 4E. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:54

Dubai World Obstacle Championships

The Agenda ·

2024/10/22

After the success of the UAE SWAT challenge, Dubai Police are now teaming up with the Dubai Sports Council to introduce the Dubai World Obstacle Championship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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52:01

Four day week

The Agenda ·

2024/10/21

Another four-day working week pilot study has been declared a total success - this time in Germany.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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53:04

Instagram adds features to help stop sextortion

The Agenda ·

2024/10/18

Instagram says they're going to stop people from being able to screenshot or screen-record images and videos that are intended to be viewed once. Georgia discusses these steps with Dr Alison Burrows, Senior Lecturer in Education for Middlesex University Dubai.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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54:34

Flood mitigation

The Agenda ·

2024/10/17

Six months after heavy rainfall and extraordinary floods affected the UAE, particularly, Dubai, the RTA has made massive changes to ensure it doesn’t happen again. Georgia Tolley speaks with Hamad Al Shehhi, Director of Roads at RTA's Traffic and Roads Agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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40:42

Staying safe in the age of cybercrime

The Agenda ·

2024/10/16

Broadcasting live from GITEX, Georgia speaks with Maher Yamout, Lead Researcher at Kaspersky. He says cybercrime is getting worse and gives us top tips to maintain safety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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