Two time world surfing champ Tyler Wright is featured on 60 MINUTES

THIS WEEK ON 60 MINUTES

ESCAPE FROM THE PALACE

Divorces are sometimes messy and expensive affairs, however nothing compares to the one which at present entangles the royal household of Dubai. The Emirates’ ruler, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, is pitted towards his ex-wife, Princess Haya Bint Al-Hussain, who surprisingly at this level, holds the higher hand. On this billion-dollar battle a decide has dominated the Princess’ claims that the omnipotent Sheikh intimidated her with weapons and threatened her with imprisonment are true. Different accusations towards Sheikh Mohammed are so outrageous they’re troublesome to consider, however as Tom Steinfort has been reporting for 2 years now, this royal ruler has type.

Reporter: Tom Steinfort

Producer: Alex Bernhardt

SHOT IN THE DARK

Proper now, there’s one factor all eight billion folks on earth are wishing for: A vaccine for COVID-19. Political leaders in all places, sweating on getting us to the opposite facet of the pandemic, boldly promise it’ll occur inside 12 to 18 months. However why ought to they be so optimistic? In any case, vaccines usually take a long time to formulate and manufacture, and very often success by no means comes. As Liam Bartlett finds out, some scientists say speak of a coronavirus vaccine shouldn’t be solely elevating false hope, it’s faux information.

Reporter: Liam Bartlett

Producers: Gareth Harvey, Natalie Clancy

SHE’LL BE WRIGHT

It doesn’t occur that always, however two-time world browsing champion Tyler Wright does know what it’s prefer to be worn out within the water. What’s been a shock for her although, is being worn out on land. Two years in the past, lengthy earlier than coronavirus introduced its menace to the world, Tyler was struck down with the flu. Like many individuals who get it, she thought she’d be proper, however she was unsuitable. Tyler was hit so arduous with post-viral syndrome, at one level it even appeared as if she’d by no means get again on her surfboard. However how she fought again is what makes Tyler Wright an actual champ.

Reporter: Tom Steinfort

Producer: Nick Greenaway