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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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49:56

Back-to-school preparations in the UAE

The Agenda ·

2024/08/26

As more than a million students are back on the school grounds today in the UAE, we look at preparations to make the BIG day as smooth as possible with school officials, a road safety expert and the Dubai Police.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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62:04

MPOX UPDATE FROM WHO

The Agenda ·

2024/08/16

WHO has declared mpox outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, with more than 14,000 cases and over 500 deaths reported in Africa this year. We get the details straight from Margaret Harris, epidemiologist and spokesperson from the WHO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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66:02

Latest Titanic Expedition

The Agenda ·

2024/08/15

More than a year since the ill-fated Titan submersible imploded on an expedition to the famed Titanic wreck site, we speak to The Explorers Club members Trevor Hale and Rory Golden, a Titanic researcher and part of the recent voyage to the world’s most famous shipwreck.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:51

Saving lives through organ donation

The Agenda ·

2024/08/14

It’s World Organ Donation Day on the 13th August and just last month, the UAE passed a very significant milestone – 1,000 organs donated and transplanted to save lives since the start of the Hayat program in 2017. We speak with Dr Maria Paula Gomez, Director and Organ Transplant Expert at The National Centre for Regulating Donation and Transplantation of Humans Organs and Tissues at the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) and Nathalie Grall-Sorensen, mum of Viggo who died suddenly and his

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64:18

Crackdown on employers abusing workers’ rights

The Agenda ·

2024/08/13

Employers in the UAE could face a fine of up to AED 1 million under strict new provisions of the labour law, with offences including employing workers without proper permits, bringing workers into the country but not providing them jobs, misusing permits and shutting down or suspending business operations without addressing workers' rights. Employment lawyer Shiraz Sethi from Dentons and Kelly Labuachagne, Head of immigration at immigration and work relocation advisor EER join us live in the

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57:23

Why travel and health insurance is a must for your...

The Agenda ·

2024/08/12

A father of 2 fell unexpectedly ill while on a tourist visa in Dubai in search of work. He was subsequently diagnosed with a brain tumor earlier this month. So we ask, what policy protects you if you fall sick or have a serious accident while on travel/ vacation? Lawyer Rebecca Kelly, Managing Partner, Clyde and Co. and insurance professional and Managing Director at Beneple Sonny Ridgewell join us to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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55:53

Is Dubai ready for a four-day work week?

The Agenda ·

2024/08/09

Dubai's government employees will enjoy a four-day work week starting on August 12. Can this type of workplace setup work for all organisations? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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60:25

Do you contribute to overtourism in Europe?

The Agenda ·

2024/08/08

The island of Santorini in Greece is fighting back against overtourism, with the mayor putting a cap on the number of cruise ship passengers visiting the island. Lucy speaks to a local tour guide and an advocate for responsible tourism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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62:02

Is there ever a way to cold approach a potential...

The Agenda ·

2024/08/07

An Emirates HR executive has been inundated with messages and comments on LinkedIn from job seekers. We speak with Oliver Grohmann about his experience and to Genie Recruitment founder Nicki Wilson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:06

Homes for Kerala landslide victims

The Agenda ·

2024/08/06

An organisation formed in Dubai is calling out to Keralans who may own an unoccupied home to offer it up as a temporary shelter for landslide victims who have lost everything. We speak to the founder of Support Wayanad, Muneer Alwafaa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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53:11

What you need to know about the UAE visa amnesty

The Agenda ·

2024/08/05

The UAE will hold a residency visa amnesty from September 1 where people with expired documentation can secure their status or leave the country without being fined. We get more details from lawyer Nirali Kothari from The In-House Company and also hear from “Mike” who’s been overstaying in the UAE for over four years now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:49

Would you happily see a holographic doctor?

The Agenda ·

2024/08/02

While it is yet to be approved here in the UAE, the tech is already being employed in a hospital in the US. Could this be transformative for healthcare?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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62:34

DRUGS SHORTAGES IN THE UAE

The Agenda ·

2024/08/01

ADHD medications are the latest to run out in the Emirates - but why?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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59:49

PROGRESS IN WOMEN'S SPORT

The Agenda ·

2024/07/31

From France's hijab ban to the sacking of commentators, why the setbacks for women's sports?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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54:02

IS DEI DEAD?

The Agenda ·

2024/07/30

Tech firms are rowing back on diversity. Should we be worried?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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54:19

WHO'S BUYING DUBAI'S NEW HOUSES?

The Agenda ·

2024/07/29

A record 38,174 new homes will be handed over to buyers in Dubai by the end of this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:27

DUBAI'S PUBLIC TRANSPORT PUSH

The Agenda ·

2024/07/26

What would it take for you to ride the bus?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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59:19

PASSPORT POWER

The Agenda ·

2024/07/25

The UAE has finally arrived among the Top 10 most powerful passports in the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:20

THE DEATH OF DOWNTIME

The Agenda ·

2024/07/24

It's peak summer holiday season - but are we now unable to switch off?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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54:28

Beware the LinkedIn Scammers

The Agenda ·

2024/07/23

Jobseekers in the UAE are being warned to beware recruiters who demand payment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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