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 Serino shares surprising new research.

Plus, a new supersized stick insect has been discovered high in Australian trees. Professor Angus Emmott tells us what it means for science.

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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.

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Hundreds have been fined in Dubai for unsafe or illegal use of jet ski What are the key rules you need to know before heading out on the water?

Some countries are pushing to ban under-16s from social media. But how do you verify someone’s age online?

The Digital Chamber of Digital Economy has released an AI Playbook. We’ve got a prompt engineer giving practical tips to get more out of your AI tools.

Plus, Bacteria can be used to turn plastic waste into painkillers, researchers have found, opening up the possibility of a more sustainable process for producing the drugs.

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Dubai cracks down on partition housing – but when is sharing your flat actually illegal?

Plus, Sharjah’s soaring rents – is the new Rental Index helping tenants at all?

And, passwords are on their way out – what’s replacing them, and should you be worried?

The UAE is becoming a hub for ultra-wealthy divorces – who really benefits?

Meanwhile, Microsoft reveals which jobs are most at risk from AI – where does yours rank?

Finally, Ozzy Osbourne gets an AI tribute after his death scare – fans call it tasteless.

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Road deaths are rising—and Dubai Police are warning drivers to stay alert this summer. We’ve got the latest traffic figures and expert tips for staying safe.

Plus, could your ChatGPT chats be used against you in court? OpenAI’s CEO issues a stark privacy warning for users who treat the tool like a therapist.

Also in today’s episode:

Atlantis Dubai’s bold move to go plastic-free. 

And a new era of competition—Phygital sports take centre stage in Abu Dhabi ahead of the Games of the Future 2025.

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With school just weeks away, experts warn parents to watch out – could WhatsApp groups be a cybersecurity risk?
The UAE’s launching a new bankruptcy court – what does it mean if you're in debt?
Plus, a crackdown on unlicensed domestic worker recruiters. We’ll hear from a lawyer on the legal risks.
Big change to online shopping: SMS codes are being scrapped. What’s replacing them?
Missing your beach jog? A new initiative is keeping Dubai moving this summer.
Struggling to hit 10,000 steps? A new, lower target could be just as good.
And ever fall ill on holiday? There’s a name for it – and we’ll explain why it happens.

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More professionals in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are choosing to earn less money if they can upskill, according to new research from Oliver Wyman. 

We ask recruitment expert Zaid Al Ahiali if employees are really putting learning ahead of earning.
And in a cautionary AI tale, we explore how one man’s conversations with ChatGPT spiralled into a mental health 

Also, had trouble with a home renovation? A contractor gone quiet? Or maybe a rental car company refusing to return your deposit? Ahmad Ali Moussa, Director of the Consumer Protection Department, joins us to answer your questions and explain what you can do.

Plus – the Perseids meteor shower is set to light up UAE skies this week - we'll tell you the best time to spot it.

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UAE now ranks 8th globally—what’s behind the sharp rise? And for those with weaker passports, would you pay to upgrade?

Abu Dhabi targets inflated private school grades—Vice Principal of GEMS Winchester School Dubai shares what’s happening on the ground.

And, new research shows AI-generated homework is harder to detect—how are schools coping?
After the Bangladesh crash, former pilot and aviation journalist Alistair Rosenschein breaks down global safety trends.

Plus, we explore the capital’s striking new waterfront project and what it means for residents and tourists.

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Five deaths have been linked to popular weight-loss injections in the UK. We’ll look at the risks and ask: could these drugs also help treat addiction?

Next, are companies in the UAE meeting their Emiratisation targets? HR expert John Fitzpatrick joins us to talk jobs, salaries, and what’s working.

Would you pay for your taxi or legal fees in crypto? AE Coin is the first stablecoin regulated by the UAE Central Bank. We find out how many people are actually using it.

And finally - today is a tiny bit shorter than yesterday. But why? Australia’s official timekeepers explain what’s going on with the Earth’s spin.

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The UAE’s sugar tax is changing — drinks will soon be taxed based on how much sugar they contain. But will it actually shift consumer behaviour? 

Meanwhile, are you living in a rented villa and unaware of the mandatory Hassantuk fire safety system? 

And a new study finds recycled plastics are messing with zebrafish hormones. Could nanoplastics be doing the same to us?

Plus, China’s humanoid robot just played football — and scientists in Australia say dolphins are using fake noses to outsmart their prey.

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