Pfizer Inc said on Monday its experimental vaccine was more than 90% effective in preventing COVID-19 based on initial data from a large study, a major victory in the fight against the pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Iran, Israel, anti-Semitism and more: What to watch in Joe Biden’s presidency
On many issues important to American Jews, change may come slowly, or not at all. Here’s a look at what might happen after Biden becomes president on Jan. 20, 2021. ( read original story ...)
The UAE takes steps towards modernization by decriminalizing alcohol and suicide
The United Arab Emirates has introduced a slew of reforms on personal status and penal laws as part of a years-long bid to modernize the Gulf state and promote a progressive brand of Islam. ( read original story ...)
UAE’s legal reforms to boost its status as expat, investment destination
The new legal reforms announced by the UAE will strengthen the country’s position as an attractive destination for investors and expatriates, analysts have said. The amendments announced by the UAE ... ( read original story ...)
Even Without F-35s The UAE’s Military Packs A Big Punch For Its Small Size
Despite its small population and size, the UAE has built an impressive military replete with experienced personnel and advanced weapons. ( read original story ...)
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia say sign deal to end Nagorno-Karabakh conflict
Armenia, Azerbaijan and Russia said they have signed a deal with to end the military conflict over the Nagorno-Karabakh region after more than a month of bloodshed. ( read original story ...)
Azerbaijan admits shooting down Russian helicopter in Armenia
A Russian Mi-24 military helicopter has been shot down over Armenia, near the border with Azerbaijan, killing two crew members, the Russian defence ministry says. The statement quoted by Tass news ... ( read original story ...)
Armenia, Azerbaijan and Russia sign peace deal over Nagorno-Karabakh
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has announced he had signed an "unspeakably painful agreement" with Russia and Azerbaijan to end the war over the disputed area of Nagorno-Karabakh, just hours ... ( read original story ...)
‘They Had to Pry It From My Fingertips’: Michael B. Jordan Plays PS5 for the First Time
Lifelong gamer Michael B. Jordan was one of the first people to get his hands on Sony's PlayStation 5. Here is his first reaction to playing the PS5. ( read original story ...)
Jordan Hasay Races for the First Time Since the Olympic Trials
Cold weather slowed her pace, but she made it through a solo half marathon with no pain after months of injury. ( read original story ...)