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Jul 21
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Sugar tax shake-up

DUBAI EYE 103.8
About this episode

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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