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      A female doctor has developed Saudi Arabia’s first COVID-19 vaccine

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      As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues to make strides in the fight against COVID-19, a major breakthrough has happened by a Saudi doctor.
      Dr. Iman Al Mansour from Iman Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University and Ph.D. holder in Biomedical Engineering and Biotechnology-University of Massachusetts has just developed Saudi Arabia’s very first COVID-19 vaccine while being an assistant professor at the university.

      Per the university, the preclinical studies of the developed vaccine have been completed and the research has been published. Once the necessary approvals have been given clinical trials will commence.

      نجاح #أول_لقاح_سعودي مضاد لفيروس كورونا في جامعة الإمام عبدالرحمن بن فيصل بقيادة الدكتورة #إيمان_المنصور، وفريقها البحثي من التوصل إلى أول لقاح سعودي ضد فيروس كورونا المستجد…هنيئا لـ #جبل_طويق و لوطننا الغالي هذا الإنجاز🇸🇦💚 pic.twitter.com/r0t6TwDHGF
      — الردع السعودي #2030 🇸🇦 (@s_hm2030) January 15, 2021

      As per research findings published in the scientific Pharmaceutical Journal, the vaccine now enters the trial phase and has now adopted a DNA technology which no longer requires freezing, thanks to Dr. Iman Al-Mansour on this Saudi milestone.
      Also read: Female court judges will ‘very soon’ be appointed in Saudi Arabia
      While about 60,000 people have already been inoculated with the vaccination in the Kingdom, more than two million people have registered for the vaccine in the first month after the registration process was launched.
      Congratulation to Dr. Iman Al Mansour for achieving this phenomenal milestone in Saudi’s history.
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      Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are reportedly meeting with divorce lawyers

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      While split rumours have been circulating about Kim Kardashian and Kanye West for the last couple of weeks, it’s been reported no final decisions had been made on their break-up and that the couple had been attended marriage counselling settings.
      However, it seems the pair are reportedly set to meet with divorce lawyers.

      Per People magazine, it’s been claimed that the power couple, who have four chidlren together, “completely” stopped going to couples counselling togehter.
      “[West] is talking to divorce lawyers this week,” a source told the publication.

      According to Entertainment Tonight last week, a divorce is inevitable for the couple as the beauty entrepreneur is wanting to focus on “a lot of amazing things that are coming her way”.
      “Kim has tried everything she can to make things work with Kanye but it’s not working,” a source told the publication. “Kim has held on to the relationship in hopes of a change and for the sake of the kids, but all signs are pointing to divorce.”
      The couple reportedly spent the festive period separately, with West residing in Wyoming on their ranch, while Kardashian was with her family and their children in Los Angeles and Lake Tahoe.
      Difficulties in 2020
      Last year was a particularly difficult year for West’s mental health. In the latter half of 2020, West began posting a series of erratic Twitter posts regarding personal matters, his family and more.
      Following this, there were various reports that the couple’s marriage was strained but Kardashian was determined to make it work.

      At the beginning of August, the reality star even took to Instagram to address the erratic behaviour her husband has been showing and also addressed his bipolar disorder.
      “As many of you know, Kanye has bipolar disorder,” she began. “Anyone who has this or has a loved one in their life who does, knows how incredibly complicated and painful it is to understand.”
      She continued to say, “I understand Kanye is subject to criticism because he is a public figure and his actions at times can cause strong opinions and emotions.”
      The 39-year-old went onto highlight how the loss of his mother has affected him, as well as struggling with mental health issues has put “pressure” on him.
      “Living with bipolar disorder does not diminish or invalidate his dreams and his creative ideas, no matter how big or unobtainable they may feel to some,” she said. “That is part of his genius and as we have all witnessed, many of his big dreams have come true.”
      She asked that everyone give “grace” to the individuals, including her husband, who are struggling with mental issues, and also asked for “compassion and empathy” during this trying time.
      Kardashian and West are still yet to make a public statement about their reported split.
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      Gigi Hadid reveals the exact moment she found out she was pregnant

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      Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik announced the birth of their first child, a baby girl, just over four months ago.
      While the new parents have kept many details surrounding their daughter under wraps – including her name – Hadid has begun to open up slightly more about her pregnancy journey.

      Most recently, the supermodel revealed exactly when she was expecting her baby girl.
      Earlier this week, the 25-year-old took to Instagram to post a throwback photo of when she first found out she was pregnant during Paris Fashion Week at the Jacqquemus runway show.

      Then, on Twitter, a fan asked if she knew she was already pregnant.
      “Yes, I found out the day before the Tom Ford show,” Hadid responded, quoting the fan’s post. “I was so nauseous backstage but I learned I could kinda control it if I continuously ate, so my mom would pack me snacks before each show.”

      Yes, I found out the day before the Tom Ford show 🤯 I was so nauseous backstage 😅 but I learned I could kinda control it if I continuously ate, so my mom would pack me snacks before each show 🥖 🧀 bless https://t.co/JIRLGnBgvJ
      — Gigi Hadid (@GiGiHadid) January 18, 2021

      The pregnancy announcement
      Hadid’s pregnancy was first reported on back in April 2020. However, the model first spoke of her pregnancy – news which was revealed in the press and not by Gigi or Zayn – during a video call appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, admitting they would have liked to reveal the news on their “own terms”, but also thanked everyone for their congratulations.
      “Obviously, we wish we could’ve announced it on our own terms, but we’re very excited and happy and grateful for everyone’s well wishes and support,” she said.
      Welcoming their new baby girl
      Hadid and Malik announced the birth of their first-born via social media back in September.
      The new mum took to Instagram to announce the news shortly sharing a sweet photo of her daughter’s hand.

      “Our girl joined us earth-side this weekend and she’s already changed our world,” she captioned the photo. “So in love.”
      As for details on their daughter, the couple have been keeping the name of their baby girl and her face private for now.
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      The UAE has reached a major global milestone in COVID-19 vaccinations

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      As countries are beginning vaccination processes against the COVID-19 vaccine, the UAE has already reached a major global milestone.
      With the aim of vaccinating half of the population by March, the nation now ranks first across the globe in the daily distribution of doses of coronavirus vaccines.

      According to the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), the rate for vaccinations over the last seven days in the UAE has been 1.16 per 100 people.

      Dr. Saif Al Dhaheri: The UAE ranked first worldwide in terms of daily doses over the past seven days at a rate of 1.16 doses per 100 people, and fifth in terms of the availability of Covid-19 vaccines.#TogetherWeRecover
      — NCEMA UAE (@NCEMAUAE) January 19, 2021

      Reaching another milestone, the UAE has also now administered over two million doses of COVID-19 vaccines.

      The #UAE has exceeded 2 million doses of the Covid19 vaccine. #TogetherWeRecover pic.twitter.com/mLvJO3mvHW
      — NCEMA UAE (@NCEMAUAE) January 19, 2021

      Sinophram vaccine
      There are currently two vaccines available in the UAE, the first to being the Sinopharm vaccine.
      The vaccine underwent clinical trials in Abu Dhabi during summer last year and it was confirmed by health authorities saying that the “analysis [from the trial of 31,000 people] shows no serious safety concerns”.
      High-up government officials including His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, Her Excellency Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaab, the Minister of Culture and Youth and more have received the Sinopharm vaccine.
      Pfizer vaccine
      Then, at the end of December, the COVID-19 Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine was approved to be administered in Dubai.
      After undergoing numerous clinical trials, the vaccine has been found to have 95 per cent efficacy. Recently, the DHA outlined exactly who is currently eligible to receive the vaccine.
      The vaccine has already started to be rolled out, with some government ministers already receiving their first doses. As of today, this now includes Director-General of the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) Her Excellency Mona Al Marri.
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      In pictures: Sheikh Hamdan’s spectacular shots of Dubai engulfed in fog

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      The internet hasn’t been able to stop talking about the fog that hit the UAE this week.
      In particular, Dubai has been engulfed in some heavy fog making for some quite epic photographs, which many have shared on social media including His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai.

      A couple of days ago His Highness shared a spectacular video of the early morning fog which included some views of iconic landmarks the Burk Khalifa and the Burj Al Arab.
      Now the Crown Prince of Dubai has shared even more shots of the fog from today, this time in photo form.

      The first snap looks directly down on the rooftop of the Burj Al Arab, which is encased in a sea of mist and clouds. The second one showcases another Dubai skyscraper, the Burj Khalifa, with only the very top of the world’s tallest building being visible amongst the clouds and fog.

      The other shots shared show Dubai in the dark with the thick fog encasing even more skyscrapers.
      Those living in the UAE can expect the fog to be a weather talking point for a little longer as the National Centre of Meteorology has forecasted the mist to stay for the rest of the week.

      #NCM #UAE #officialuaeweather #weatherforecast #seastate #windspeed #winddirection #rain #fog pic.twitter.com/VQbjp1i7Uv
      — المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@NCMS_media) January 16, 2021

      However, by Friday the fog is expected to have cleared.
      As for temperatures in Dubai, expect it to get quite chilly during the evenings with lows of 14 degrees celsius.
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      The incredible Malala Yousafzai to headline the Emirates Literature Festival

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      IN PARTNERSHIP: It’s that time of year to get your literary fix – and after a pretty horrible year, the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature has got wonderful treats in store with literary icons, the hottest new novelists, a Bollywood goddess and an international hero who has inspired the world with her courage.
      Nobel prize winner and activist Malala, and author Elif Shafak are among the top names announced by for the 2021 event (29 January – 13 February) featuring an unmissable programme with live and virtual sessions embracing literature, art, film, food and performance.

      The incomparable Malala will be in Dubai to tell her story and her vision for the future, while Shafak, one of the most influential novelists writing today, best known for Forty Rules of Love, will be exploring her writing and the importance of bridging the gap between the East and West.

      Avni Doshi, whose debut novel Burnt Sugar was shortlisted for the 2020 Booker Prize, will be comparing notes on the journey to get published with Derek Owusu whose own debut work, That Reminds Me, has also received international acclaim.
      One of the most talked-about books last year, London-based author, pop culture writer, commentator and self-confessed “romcomisseur” Bolu Babalola breathes new life into mythical love stories and folk tales from around the world. Oyinkan Braithwaite’s debut novel, Lagos noir My Sister the Serial Killer was shortlisted for a host of awards and oozes sharp, dark humour.
      Author and screenwriter Satyarth Nayak will be celebrating the phenomenon of Bollywood star Sridevi: The Eternal Screen Goddess, hailed as the first pan-Indian female superstar, looking at her rise from child star to one of the greatest movie luminaries who changed the narrative of Indian cinema.
      The latest health and well-being advice enables you to live your best life, including a panel considering the dangers of the anti-facts movement. With fearmongering, disinformation and dangerous conspiracy theories drowning the science, our medical experts will take a scalpel to the mass of confusing data on topics from fad diets to the coronavirus outbreak considering.

      “The biggest impact on your health is…with the simplest solution. It’s how we feed ourselves” is the advice from Dr Rupy Aujla with his all-new practical guide to take you on a culinary journey through food in medicine showing the medicinal benefits of eating well.
      This year there are even more chances to get involved as the Festival is spread over three weekends with family-friendly literature and art-themed events and activities at Jameel Arts Centre and Alserkal Avenue, in addition to the Festival’s home, the InterContinental Dubai Festival City.
      Tickets will be required for each session, including the free events, with prices starting at Dhs60 for adults, Dhs40 for a child.
      The Festival will be fully compliant with all COVID-19 prevention regulations and guidelines.
      See full details of the festival online. For the full list of authors, visit emirateslitfest.com/authors.
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      Watch: This iPhone hack has been labelled ‘game-changing’ by Apple users

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      With advancing technology, there’s more and more added features to any gadgets you own.
      Tech giant Apple is well-known for this, continuously adding new hidden shortcuts and features to iPhones and the latest one has just gone viral on social media.

      While we all know the front of the iPhone is where the action happens – it’s where everything is controlled, of course. But did you know that the simple apple logo design at the back of the iPhone is actually also a control button?
      In a video which has now gone viral – and left many gobsmacked – Instagram user Tenille Serpa shared that once you activate the control settings the Apple logo on the back can take screenshots, activate Siri and more which a double or triple tap.

      It’s simple to activate. Firstly, you need to go to your settings, then scroll down to the accessibility tab.
      Under this tab, you’ll find a ‘touch’ option which you need to click, then scroll down and click on ‘back tap’ and then select the ‘double tap’ option.
      Watch the video below for more insight.

      There are an array of functions, this trick can be used for app switching, control centre, home, lock screen, mute, notification centre, reachability, screenshot, shake(undo), Siri, spotlight, volume down and volume up.
      In the comments section of the video, the hack has been labelled “game-changing” and “mind-blowing”.
      However, just keep in mind how you hold your phone if you turn the settings on, it could take a while to get used to!
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      The Saudi entrepreneur who’s been one step ahead of the rest since she was 16

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      January’s – ‘The Positivity Issue’ – Download Now
      Saudi entrepreneur Adwa Al Dakheel shares her success story in partnership with Porsche while being a prominent youth figure in the Kingdom.
      Can you talk us through your career?
      I was always driven to be financially independent. My career started off in the finance world as a stock trader. That was a world I was curious about, so little by little I managed to save up $4,000 by the time I was 16-years-old. I managed to open up an account in Forex trading, and the first day I doubled the $4,000 into $8,000. The second day, I lost everything. I was actually minus $126, and this made my financial obsession stronger. I continued as a trader from my teenage years up until I went to college – that was when I switched into options and derivative trading where I won first place in3 capital trading market competitions by TD Bank before graduating from college. After that, I took my flying license as a hobby and came back to Saudi Arabia to start my business. In 2018, I launched Falak Investment Hub which does venture capital investments and the first-ever investment-backed acceleration programs in KSA.
      You’re a woman of many firsts in your career. What is it like being a woman in this region to pave the way for others?

      There were many inspirational Saudi women before me who overcame gender barriers to achieve a string of firsts for women in the Kingdom. In terms of my own achievements, I try to look ahead because there is still so much more that I want to accomplish.
      What are your hopes for women in the future in your country?
      The recent developments in Saudi have paved the way for women and youth leadership. There’s the talent, innovation and the vision to achieve extraordinary things and the sky is the limit. For example, Falak is 80 per cent female, which wasn’t planned. Where I want to see further change outside Falak, though, is an increase in female participation on boards which will hopefully happen in the near future and years to come.

      Can you talk us through the campaign with Porsche to inspire young females across the GCC?
      When I think of Porsche, I associate the brand with performance and agility – something that is essential in the business that I’m in. Just recently, I’ve been involved in their most recent campaign around the launch of the new Panamera, where Porsche has shone a spotlight on unique and inspiring stories of Arab women from across the region who are making significant strides within their line of work. It was such an honour I to work with some of the region’s most talented females from the world of business. I hope the campaign will inspire young women in the Kingdom to enter into industries that they might not feel is achievable.
      To you, what does being a role model mean? How do you execute being a positive role model to others?
      I believe I’ve reached a stage where I am financially independent and sustainable, so now it’s my time to do something for society. It is by lifting others up you reach the true potential. That’s the most important thing to me.
      What do you believe it takes to break down barriers in male-dominated professions to make positive strides for women in this region?
      It starts with believing in yourself and your abilities. I’ve learned that nothing comes without backlash and nothing good comes without a price. My life motto is work smarter not harder. We face obstacles on a day to day basis – what matters is your perspective and how you overcome them.
      What advice would you give to young women in this region?
      You are the future leaders, and there are no boundaries for our achievement. If you have a strong work ethic and always challenge yourself, you can achieve anything you want. The comfort zone is one of the greatest enemies of human potential. Once you have a comfort zone you are limiting yourself to achieve your biggest goals and ambitions.
      What have been three hurdles you have experienced in your career?
      I don’t believe in hurdles, as I believe every challenge and failure I’ve faced has had a positive note and an important lesson towards anything else I do.
      What have been three major milestones in your career?
      Winning first place in 3 Capital Trading Market competitions by TD Bank across New England; getting my private pilot license; and launching Falak Investment Hub and Ns3a Recruitment Software.
      This is ‘The Positivity Issue’ – how do you plan to instil positivity in your life throughout 2021?
      One of my biggest inspirations is human potential. You can do anything you want if you dedicate yourself to it. Always see the glass half full, accept obstacles and take on challenges.
      January’s – ‘The Positivity Issue’ – Download Now
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