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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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44:20

No more OTPS, but will it make banking safer?

The Agenda ·

2025/09/03

The UAE is phasing out OTPs by March - fintech expert Arun Leslie John explains what it means for your account security. Financial coach Jay Adrian Tolentino weighs in on whether the new rules will help stop scammers. Skyscanner reveals a 165% spike in UAE staycation searches - are more residents choosing to holiday at home? With another long weekend coming up, we ask Skyscanner’s Head of Destinations for travel inspiration. Plus, a camel just sold for half a million dirhams in Abu Dhabi - we

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All Aboard! Etihad Rail to open soon in Fujairah

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2025/09/02

Etihad Rail’s new passenger service is set to transform tourism and boost the economy on the UAE’s East Coast, and we’ll hear from experts and locals on what it means for the region. As cycling booms in the UAE, we ask if riders are safe - and speak to a crash survivor and a government advisor about regulation and etiquette on the tracks. UAE stargazers can look forward to a total lunar eclipse this weekend, and the Dubai Astronomy Group tells us how to join the watch party. Plus,

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Nine months into the Year of the Community – Here’s...

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2025/09/01

We mark nine months of the Year of the Community by exploring how semi-skilled and unskilled workers in the UAE are being supported to turn crochet and jewellery-making into extra income. We speak to the founder of Kapes about their latest initiative donating school uniforms to girls in Togo, in partnership with UAE schools. Meanwhile, researchers unveil an AI-powered stethoscope that can detect heart failure, valve disease, and dangerous heart rhythms in seconds. And as wasp populations surge

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58:58

Dubai hits 4m – what does it mean for residents?

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2025/08/29

Dubai’s population has hit 4 million – two years early. What does that mean for residents? We ask the experts. Back-to-school costs are biting, with some parents relying on savings, credit cards, and even loans. Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce sparks a new question: will her songs change now she’s found her “happy ever after”? And Abu Dhabi confirms Dune: Part Three will return to the Liwa Desert – Oscar-winning sound designer Mark Mangini tells us

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61:31

Secret camera found in holiday rental bathroom

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2025/08/28

We’re looking at the growing problem of hidden cameras in holiday homes. One man joins us with his horrifying story - he found one in the bathroom of his Airbnb. Meanwhile, several UAE residents have lost everything after a moving company vanished with their possessions. Plus, we go behind the scenes with two of the UAE’s biggest school bus providers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25 new schools – but are they affordable?

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2025/08/27

KHDA Director General Her Excellency Aisha Abdulla Miran on Dubai’s booming education sector - and what it means for parents under pressure. School lunches on the rise One UAE caterer has doubled the number of children he’s feeding this term – what’s driving the demand? Recycling that pays back, Sparklo World’s smart machines swap cans and bottles for rewards. A new study links daily sodas to male-pattern hair loss. Dr Shivani Gauba Wadhwa breaks down the findings

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62:03

Back to school – are the roads coping?

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2025/08/26

The back-to-school traffic crunch - Dubai’s RTA speak to us about easing jams. Dario Menichetty who's worked with the RTA on Dubai's 2040 masterplan on how smarter tech could unclog Dubai’s roads. Six months of universal health insurance , and hospitals report a 25% surge in patients. Plus, new research is linking paracetamol in pregnancy to ADHD. And, the underwater jetpack that's being tested in Dubai that lets you swim like a dolphin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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46:08

Back to school… or not quite?

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2025/08/25

Children are (mostly) back at school – but why are some brand-new Dubai schools still closed? We speak to the principal of one delayed school, and hear how Dubai Police kept the roads moving on day one of term. Plus – a UAE transplant hero wins gold at the World Transplant Games, and we explore the latest travel trend: cruises to the ends of the EarthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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AI in school curriculum

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2025/08/22

Starting this Monday, students in all UAE public schools that follow the Ministry of Education curriculum will begin learning about artificial intelligence as part of their core curriculum. Now, this move is happening in the public sector but some private schools have already taken the initiative and started introducing AI in the classroom voluntarily, even though it’s not yet mandated by the KHDA. We speak to Dubai Schools Al Khawaneej to know what made them take that step before it was

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74:13

How can I protect myself when buying online?

The Agenda ·

2025/08/21

Authoritieshere in the UAEhave repeatedly urged consumers to be vigilant about counterfeit goods, fake sellers, and scams on unverified websites and social media platforms. So today, we want to arm you with practical advice: how to spot the red flags, what to do if you’ve been scammed, and how to shop safely both here and abroad.Ahmad Ahli, Acting Director of Consumer Protection at the DubaiCorporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade (DCCPFT) joins us for our regular Consumer Hour on

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58:16

Property search made simple

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2025/08/20

How many times have you clicked on a link for a property ad that turned out to be 6 months old, a duplicate that you're seeing in many places, or sometimes a deal you know is too good to be true? That's changing now as just this week, tens of thousands of unverified Abu Dhabi-based property listings were removed from online sites. That's after the capital's government-regulated Multiple Listing Service Madhmoun went into effect. Jo Phillips, Managing Director, Phillips & Walls Mortgage Brokers

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Beware of Fake Job Offers

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2025/08/19

It looks like a dream job offer — good salary, respected institution, minimal paperwork. But it’s a scam. Cybercriminals are now posing as UAE schools and universities with fake job ads, offering teaching and admin positions that don’t exist. So how are institutions responding? And how can you not fall victim to these types of scam that prey on the vulnerable? We hear from career coach Hamza Zaouali on how to spot the red flags. We are also having a deep dive into the deadly

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57:56

E-scooter ban on public roads in Ajman

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2025/08/18

Officials in Ajman have implemented a full ban on e-scooters on public roads, citing increasing concerns around safety, particularly for pedestrians. We get the take of Dr. Mostafa Aldah and Phil Clarke on the new rule. A parent takes their child abroad for what appears to be a short family visit… and then doesn’t come back. It’s called parental child abduction, and it’s an issue increasingly seen in globally connected communities like the UAE, where families often have ties

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Protecting Labour Rights

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2025/08/15

A new judicial body in the capital is going to be investigating and processing cases related to labourers and domestic workers. What is that going to mean for workers' rights, and why are we increasingly seeing more specialised bodies and courts in the judicial system? Lawyer Shiraz Sethi joins us to discuss We're getting to an issue we've been seeing loads of questions on - though health insurance coverage in the UAE is mandatory, we're still seeing a number of stories of people who are not

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60:31

AED 9,000 was paid but no visa was processed

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2025/08/14

That's what happened to long-time Dubai resident Jun when he trusted a company to arrange the residence visa of his mother-in law. Is there a chance to recover his hard-earned money? We ask lawyer Ahmad Al Khalil. We’re looking at the impact and progress of the region’s first textile recycling facility in Dubai World Central which opened last year and how Dubai Customs has partnered with it as part of its Project Zero. Earlier this year a report from the UN Department of Trade and

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What can you do if your friend doesn't return your...

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2025/08/13

Have you ever loaned money from a friend? Or lent money to someone? It's still a common practice in the UAE, when times are tough or you need an extra bit of cash to reach out to friends and contacts for support. But what can we do if they don't hold up to their end of the deal and repay the money as promised? Mohammed El Qahwagy - Senior Legal Consultant at AWS Legal Group has the answers Shared accommodation can be a popular solution to the pressure of rising costs of living, salaries not keeping

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Redefining hiring in the UAE

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2025/08/12

We take you to a warehouse in Dubai run by a team of People of Determination (PODs). Chalhoub Group's Damian Brown gives us details of how they do inclusive recruitment in their company. According to new data, vehicle insurance premiums of electric vehicles cost 72 per cent more than petrol cars. We find out why from Madiha Asif from Nexus Insurance Brokers. The National Centre of Meteorology has carried out over 190 cloud-seeding flights since the start of the year. Ahmed El Kamali tells us the

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Impact of Etihad Rail and other infrastructure on...

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2025/08/11

Etihad Rail's passenger service is set to launch in 2026, and it's fair to say as residents we're all excited for what this is going to mean for getting around the emirates, but perhaps no one is more excited than property investors. So we wanted to take a broader look at this, with all of the massive infrastructure projects underway - from Etihad Rail, to the upcoming Dubai Metro Blue Line, and developments around Dubai World Central (DWC). We get the insights of Christopher Cina, Director of Sales

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Saudi theme park incident: What should global safety...

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2025/08/01

After 23 people were injured after the ride collapsed, we speak to IAAPA’s Jakob Wahl about what world safety standards the attractions industry should adopt. Washington’s deadline hits as countries scramble to respond to sweeping U.S. tariffs - what impact will it have here? The UAE has legalisesd tobacco-free nicotine pouches. Pulmonologist Dr. Mahroofa Ettuveettil explains the move’s health impact. Plus, just seeing someone sick might trigger your immune system. Prof. Andrea

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Tsunami alert for millions: Are we safer now than in...

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2025/07/31

How have global warning systems evolved since past disasters in Japan and the Indian Ocean? Emirates has pulls social media ads—can you still trust sponsored posts? Food poisoning cases surge in the summer heat - here’s how to stay safe. We meet the UAE’s delivery drivers keeping the country running in extreme temps. A UAE firm backs bold tech to transform life for 1.4 billion Africans. And, sharks as storm predictors? Scientists say they could help track hurricanes.See

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