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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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46:12

Could we treat genetic diseases within the next 10...

The Agenda ·

2025/11/19

There was a big claim at the Dubai Future Forum yesterday that says yes. We speak with Mammoth Biosciences that is looking to make this a reality by using gene-editing technology. We also discuss longevity and the role of AI in public health with Dubai Health. We get more details on Dubai’s first vertiport near DXB, straight from the Roads and Transport Authority. With the UAE Central Bank scrapping the minimum salary requirement to get a bank loan, what does it mean for the finance industry

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Meet Suhail, the firefighting drone

The Agenda ·

2025/11/18

As we broadcast live from the Dubai Future Forum at the Museum of the Future, we are looking at a first-of-its-kind, jet-powered drone developed by Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority designed to fly directly into extreme fire zones, places far too dangerous for humans. What could this mean for the future of emergency response? We speak with Major Eng. Ali Almadfaei, Head of Advanced Solutions and Emerging Technologies at Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority. Emirates will become the world’s

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48:02

E-bikes impoundment in Dubai

The Agenda ·

2025/11/17

Dubai Police are cracking down on dangerous e-motorbikes, after teenagers were caught riding modified bikes at over 100 kilometres an hour on roads, pavements, and even jogging tracks. We hear from one mum whose son was seriously injured after being hit by one and a community that has banned them altogether. Plus, we get expert analysis from Dr. Mostafa Aldah, Founder of RoadHeroAcademy.com and former Head of the Traffic Research Section at Dubai Police. With the festival season kicking in, shoppers

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44:41

How to be prepared for Zero Day Attacks

The Agenda ·

2025/11/14

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has issued a stark warning: hackers are now exploiting so‑called zero‑day vulnerabilities security flaws unknown even to the software developers.In one alarming example, a simple call on WhatsApp from an unfamiliar number could compromise a user’s phone without the user even answering. Cybersecurity expert Amir Kolazahdeh gives us safety tips. We also turn to Apple’s new Digital ID and passport integration, a feature that could eventually put your entire

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44:41

Can your next meal help send a child to school?

The Agenda ·

2025/11/13

We speak to Dubai Cares about a nationwide campaign turning every bite into a chance to fight hunger and support education. Then, we hear from Tashas Group founder Natasha Sideris, one of the first restaurateurs to sign on. So how is fine dining fuelling real change? From doping to match-fixing and ball tampering, the integrity of sport is under growing scrutiny. With billions at stake and public trust on the line, how do we protect the games we love? We talk to the head of the Sports Integrity

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45:58

The Rise of Facial Recognition in Aviation

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2025/11/12

If you’re a regular traveler through Dubai International Airport, you may have noticedsomething new at the gates: discreet biometric cameras quietly tracking passengermovement through immigration and boarding. So how exactly does this technologywork? Where is it being used? And what does it mean for the future of air travel?We speak with the company behind the tech, Chris Rous, VP of Middle East and Africafor EMEA Airports & Borders at Amadeus. We also ask: where is our data going

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39:11

How's Wolfi's now?

The Agenda ·

2025/11/12

If you're part of the UAE’s cycling community, chances are you’ve stopped by Wolfi’s Bike Shop at some point. It’s been a fixture on Sheikh Zayed Road for more than two decades, known not just for bikes, but for building a real cycling community here in the city. But last week, the store was forced to temporarily close its doors after a fire broke out in the early hours of Wednesday. Katie speaks with Wolfgang Hohmann, founder of Wolfi’s. Now, we are just 7 weeks and 1

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39:57

National infrastructure plan amid population surge

The Agenda ·

2025/11/10

With road and metro traffic feeling the pressure from our ever-growing population in the emirates, we've been hearing about plans to transform the country's infrastructure. Residents have been reacting to last week's announcement of a massive AED 170 billion national infrastructure plan that is looking to alleviate the pressure on the country's transportation system by 2030. We speak to infrastructure expert Chris Seymour. As the international museum community descends in Dubai this week to attend

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49:14

What counts as an "affordable" school in Dubai?

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2025/11/07

The Knowledge and Human Development Authority has announced plans to license 60 new affordable private schools across the emirate. Will these new schools offer real relief for parents facing rising fees? Katie Chambers speaks to Mohamed Abdulhalim, Acting Director of Supply Development at KHDA. Microsoft is pledging to invest $15 billion into the UAE by 2030, not just to boost AI and cloud infrastructure, but crucially, to help train the next generation of talent. Georgia Tolley speaks to Microsoft

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48:27

Should public buses be free?

The Agenda ·

2025/11/06

The newly-elected New York City mayor thinks they should be over there. It’s a concept that’s been gaining traction in cities around the world– would it work here in the UAE? Would it change how you travel, if there are no bus fares? The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has announced it will build 60 new affordable private schools, as part of a broader plan to deliver 100 new schools. But how do you make education more affordable without cutting corners? From April

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32:41

The Middle East needs more than 10,000 pilots by 2030

The Agenda ·

2025/11/05

That’s according to a forecast by Oliver Wyman, that also says the global aviation industry could face a shortfall of 80,000 pilots by 2032 to support expanding fleets and route networks. How significant is this shortage, and what’s driving it? And what does it mean to train a whole new generation of pilots, in the middle of a climate emergency? A new report this week reveals that OpenAI has placed fresh limits on what ChatGPT can say, especially when it comes to offering legal, health

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47:34

The most extreme anti-smoking law yet? Maldives says...

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2025/11/04

The Maldives has introduced the world’s first generational smoking ban, preventing anyone born after 2006 from ever buying or using tobacco. We explore whether a similar generational smoking ban could realistically be implemented in the UAE. Jesse Eisenberg’s decision to donate a kidney to a stranger sparks a wider conversation about living organ donation. AI is being used to help the energy sector meet soaring global demand driven by data centres and industry growth. Three new

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51:05

Delivery riders rule comes into force

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2025/11/03

As of Saturday, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has banned delivery riders from using the fast lanes on major roads. Meanwhile, in Sharjah, authorities have introduced specific lanes for motorcycles and delivery bikes - separating them from heavy vehicles on key roads. A new study from China suggests that some professionals are using LinkedIn to strategically cover up gaps in performance, and that tactic could actually fast-track them to promotion. The UAE is officially leading the world

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48:32

How close are you to boarding a commercial spacecraft...

The Agenda ·

2025/10/31

We discuss UAE space tourism as a company specialising in space experiences looks to expand its footprint in the region. We also look at the strategy and regulations involved with UAE-based space consultancy AzurX. A different kind of rain enhancement research is making headlines, one that involves not cloudseeding, but lasers. We get more details from Alya Al Mazrouei, Director of the UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science. Now that the weather has cooled down, thousands of UAE residents

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42:02

Remittance Realities

The Agenda ·

2025/10/30

A major remittance app used by thousands of expats here in the UAE has gone offline — with no clear timeline for when it’ll return. TapTap Send says it’s undergoing a system upgrade, but users say they were given no warning. We hear your thoughts including what other tools you use to send money to your home countries. We also speak with finance coach Jay Adrian Tolentino about how it’s affecting families who rely on that remittance back home. Big changes are on the way when

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42:35

What’s the worst job interview you’ve ever had?

The Agenda ·

2025/10/29

New research from global talent specialists Robert Walters has uncovered that 71% of professionals in the Middle East have declined a job offer… simply because the interview process raised red flags. We get the details from the Managing Director, Middle East and Africa, Jason Grundy. We also dive into the UAE’s brand new Green Innovation District, launched yesterday at Expo City Dubai. We speak to Palmade, the Dubai startup turning palm leaves into biodegradable products, about why

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48:26

UAE launches Green Innovator District

The Agenda ·

2025/10/28

UAE launches Green Innovator District Unveiled during this week’s Asia Pacific Cities Summit & Mayors’ Forum is the Green Innovation District — a bold new project aimed at transforming how sustainable businesses grow, scale and collaborate here in the UAE. We speak with H.E. Dr Maria Hanif Al Qassim, Assistant Undersecretary for Policies and Economic Studies at the UAE Ministry of Economy and Marjan Faraidooni, Chief of Education and Culture, Expo City on why now is the right

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48:49

From two leased aircrafts to global dominance

The Agenda ·

2025/10/27

Emirates has turned 40. What are your fond memories as a staff or as a passenger? We speak with two former employees-- Khaled Daghestani, he was part of the airline’s early crew and later helped establish the Emirates Training College, and the first Pakistani woman in ground services, Kishwar Rauf. Aviation expert Geoffrey Thomas also gives his take on how significant this is in global aviation terms. There's been a surge in interest for defensive driving programme according to one of the top

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How Dubai Police are fighting back against online scams

The Agenda ·

2025/10/24

Six months after Dubai Police launched their new cybercrime platform, we speak to Lt. Aisha Ahmad Bin Sulaiman about how the public is fighting back against online scams. With the long-awaited Zayed National Museum opening on December 3rd, we explore how its exhibitions will connect UAE history to the wider world. Art Dubai’s Benedetta Ghione joins us to discuss why museums matter, shaping identity and sparking imagination. UAE authors respond as Philip Pullman calls out AI “book

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44:44

Does traffic affect your job choices?

The Agenda ·

2025/10/23

How far would you go for the perfect job? Because as Dubai continues to grow and sprawl, some jobseekers are starting to say: “Actually, no thanks." David Mackenzie, a leading recruiter here in the UAE, says he’s seeing candidates turning down roles, not because of the pay or the position, but purely because of the traffic. The makers of ChatGPT have just launched a brand new AI-powered web browser called Atlas, which they say is designed to work entirely around ChatGPT—no address

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