Kennedy and Gabbard — both Don Jr. picks — could face Senate confirmation challenges; Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner step back
americas1 hour ago
Over 40 per cent of the UAE's population has received the Covid-19 vaccine, a top official announced on Tuesday, February 16. Health authorities have also administered the vaccine to close to half of all the elderly residents in the country.
Dr Farida Al Hosani, official spokesperson for the UAE Health Sector, explained: “About 48.6 per cent of the elderly population have received the vaccine, which is an achievement ... that will help the country reach herd immunity."
Listen to this story and more on 8@8 with David Light
All this is in line with the UAE's plan to vaccinate 50 per cent of its population by the first quarter of 2021.
This will help reduce the number of cases and complications resulting from the disease, said Dr Hosani.
As on February 16, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has administered over 5.19 million vaccine doses. The country's rate of doses per 100 people stands at 52.56.
The Ministry of Health and Prevention will continue to give priority to the elderly, residents with chronic diseases and people of determination.
Dr Hosani said the ministry would provide the second dose to all those who have received the first.
Kennedy and Gabbard — both Don Jr. picks — could face Senate confirmation challenges; Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner step back
americas1 hour ago
A censure motion at IAEA says "we expect Iran to reengage on the path of dialogue and cooperation with the agency"
mena1 hour ago
The Ukrainian military said air defence units had destroyed more than 10 Russian drones that were targeting Kyiv in an overnight attack
europe1 hour ago
Security source says the central Beirut strike had "targeted a leading Hezbollah figure"
mena1 hour ago
Devotees of Lalon Shah, a 17th-century Bengali social reformer, had organised a two-day festival or "mela" in the city of Narayanganj later this month
asia1 hour ago
Asks media to not 'tarnish his reputation'
entertainment1 hour ago
Everyday items like cups and bowls have often been lost, broken or left behind to perish due to the conflict
mena1 hour ago
The Business Bay Crossing toll gate is expected to impact several routes, including those connecting Sharjah, northern Dubai neighbourhoods, and major business districts
transport1 hour ago