Saudi-Qatar borders to open, Abu Dhabi vaccination exemptions, 1,501 new cases —The Daily Update



On today's update we have the latest coronavirus figures, Saudi Arabia-Qatar borders to re-open and Abu Dhabi sets out exemptions for Covid-19 vaccinated people.

Abu Dhabi's Dh20 million jackpot winner has been found, Iran confirms an accelerated nuclear programme towards weapons-grade uranium, and, also in Iran, a South Korean chemical tanker is seized in the Strait of Hormuz.

Cody Combs joins us for what's trending including Valentine's Day, Tanya Roberts and the election in the US state of Georgia.

Racecard:

6.30pm: Mazrat Al Ruwayah (PA) | Group 2 | US$55,000 (Dirt) | 1,600 metres

7.05pm: Meydan Sprint (TB) | Group 2 | $250,000 (Turf) | 1,000m

7.40pm: Firebreak Stakes | Group 3 | $200,000 (D) | 1,600m

8.15pm: Meydan Trophy | Conditions (TB) | $100,000 (T) | 1,900m

8.50pm: Balanchine | Group 2 (TB) | $250,000 (T) | 1,800m

9.25pm: Handicap (TB) | $135,000 (D) | 1,200m

10pm: Handicap (TB) | $175,000 (T) | 2,410m.

Volvo ES90 Specs

Engine: Electric single motor (96kW), twin motor (106kW) and twin motor performance (106kW)

Power: 333hp, 449hp, 680hp

Torque: 480Nm, 670Nm, 870Nm

On sale: Later in 2025 or early 2026, depending on region

Price: Exact regional pricing TBA