As the US President lands in Abu Dhabi with top tech CEOs, we ask: what does Washington want from the UAE?

Plus, with rising tolls and parking fees, is it becoming too pricey to drive in Dubai — and why are more people doing it anyway?

And new research shows chimpanzees may share our sense of rhythm — and it’s surprisingly musical

As the US President lands in Abu Dhabi with top tech CEOs, we ask: what does Washington want from the UAE?
Plus, with rising tolls and parking fees, is it becoming too pricey to drive in Dubai &mdash; and why are more people doing it anyway?
And new research shows chimpanzees may share our sense of rhythm &mdash; and it&rsquo;s surprisingly musical

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 news.

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 news.

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We’ve got the latest on a multi-billion dirham metro line set to reshape how Dubai moves. New data points to a slowdown in home handovers across the city this year and next.


Meanwhile, a viral Adele concert scam is fooling fans — Live Nation Middle East tells us how they’re fighting back.


Dubai’s Public Transport Agency has plans to overhaul the school run and ease traffic pressure.


Plus, could Mozart help your houseplants thrive? A new study says classical music might boost growth. And news from Fahid Island — Aldar’s newest destination — where a top-tier school is playing a central role in attracting residents and investors.

We&rsquo;ve got the latest on a multi-billion dirham metro line set to reshape how Dubai moves.&nbsp;New data points to a slowdown in home handovers across the city this year and next. 
Meanwhile, a viral Adele concert scam is fooling fans &mdash; Live Nation Middle East tells us how they&rsquo;re fighting back. 
Dubai&rsquo;s Public Transport Agency has plans to overhaul the school run and ease traffic pressure. 
Plus, could Mozart help your houseplants thrive? A new study says classical music might boost growth. And news from Fahid Island &mdash; Aldar&rsquo;s newest destination &mdash; where a top-tier school is playing a central role in attracting residents and investors.

Blue metro line is on it's way — here’s what’s coming by 2029

Are litter louts ruining the UAE’s public spaces — and is the government making it too easy for us to be lazy? We hear from conservation campaigners across the country.

Plus, Emirati architect Ahmad Bukhash is off to Japan to judge at Expo Osaka 2025.

And we get the inside scoop on Abu Dhabi’s newest island destination — Fahid Island — and its bold tourism vision.

Are litter louts ruining the UAE&rsquo;s public spaces &mdash; and is the government making it too easy for us to be lazy?&nbsp;We hear from conservation campaigners across the country.
Plus, Emirati architect Ahmad Bukhash is off to Japan to judge at Expo Osaka 2025.
And we get the inside scoop on Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s newest island destination &mdash; Fahid Island &mdash; and its bold tourism vision.

Litter louts: should we fine our way to cleaner beaches?

US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have spectacularly fallen out - and news watchers are getting the popcorn out for the drama. But are there serious global issues at play here? Georgia Tolley speaks with US political scientist Professor Adam Ramey.

There are also concerning news over the last couple of days for many people from the MENA region looking to travel to the United States after Trump signed a sweeping travel ban which bars entry to the US for citizens from several countries. So what impact is this likely to have on us here in the UAE, and on tourism into the US more widely? We get the take of Rikin Seth, Assistant Vice President of B2C Operations at Musafir.com 

Plus, European countries are making major moves to crack down on smoking and vaping - especially around children - is it time for the UAE to consider tougher rules of its own?

 

US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have spectacularly fallen out - and news watchers are getting the popcorn out for the drama.&nbsp;But are there serious global issues at play here? Georgia Tolley speaks with US political scientist Professor Adam Ramey.
There are also concerning news over the last couple of days for many people from the MENA region looking to travel to the United States after Trump signed a sweeping travel ban which bars entry to the US for citizens from several countries. So what impact is this likely to have on us here in the UAE, and on tourism into the US more widely? We get the take of Rikin Seth, Assistant Vice President of B2C Operations at Musafir.com&nbsp;
Plus, European countries are making major moves to crack down on smoking and vaping - especially around children - is it time for the UAE to consider tougher rules of its own?
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