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Sindh appeals to recovered coronavirus patients for plasma donations
Over a 100 patients across the country are in need of plasma therapy, says Dr Tahir Shamsi
Covid-19: France reports 36 deaths, infections minimal
First long weekend of summer offers up dose of hope for recovery
Coronavirus update: Turkey reports 1,141 new cases; tally reaches 156,827
Turkey ranks ninth in a global tally by Johns Hopkins University but experts believe the number of infections could be much higher than reported
Coronavirus update: Delhi private hospitals to reserve 20% beds for COVID-19 cases
The Delhi Chief Minister also said that coronavirus cases in Delhi have increased due to the relaxation in lockdown
India among 10 worst-affected COVID-19 countries; surpasses Iran as tally rises to 1.38 lakh
Coronavirus updates: Maharashtra breached the 50,000-mark on Monday. The state has 50,231 COVID-19 cases, with its capital Mumbai figuring among the world's worst-hit cities. As per BMC, Mumbai alone has 30,359 coronavirus patients.
103 more test COVID-19 positive in Odisha, total cases rise to 1,438
Odisha registered its biggest spike in COVID-19 cases on Monday with 103 more people testing positive for the disease, taking the total number of infected to 1,438, a health department official said. The new cases were reported from 16 districts, he said. The number of active cases in the state
Garbage generation rises again with resumption of activities in Doon
The garbage generation in Dehradun which had dropped by about 35 per cent during the initial phases of the lockdown has started to increase once again. During the complete lockdown, all the commercial activities like shops selling non- essential products and services, private offices and other
Singapore reports lower number of 344 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore on Monday reported a lower number of 344 new COVID-19 cases, a majority of them foreign workers living in dormitories, taking the nationwide tally to 31,960 as the country is gearing up to lift the "circuit breaker" imposed to contain the spread of the coronavirus. Out of the new
Fighting Covid-19: TMH initiates sample pool technology for testing
Tata Main Hospital (TMH) over the last one month, has conducted 1650 Real-time Reverse Transcription–Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR). diagnostic test for COVID-19. In view of the increased demand for testing as a result of migrant workers reaching Jamshedpur, TMH has initiated sample pool
Record 6,977 new COVID-19 cases in India in last 24 hours; death toll climbs to 4,021
India registered biggest single day spike of COVID-19 cases for the fourth consecutive day on Monday with 6,977 new infections, reported in the last 24 hours, taking the country's tally to 1,38,845, while the death toll rose to 4,021, according to the Union Health Ministry. A total 154 deaths were
China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan
China has reported 51 new coronavirus cases including 40 asymptomatic infections, majority of them in the contagion's first epicentre Wuhan, where over six million tests have been conducted in the last 10 days, health officials said on Monday. The country's National Health Commission (NHC) said
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude
The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude and speed before the landing, saying he was satisfied and would handle the situation, according to a report on Monday. The national flag
Govt directs pvt hospitals with 50 beds to reserve 20% of total capacity for virus patients
The Delhi Government has directed private hospitals and nursing homes with a capacity of 50 beds or more to reserve 20 percent of their total bed strength for coronavirus patients, Health Minister Satyendar Jain said on Sunday. Ten private hospitals have been declared as Covid-19 dedicated
Thirty six more detected Covid-19 positive in C’garh
Chhattisgarh continued to see a spike in the number of coronavirus cases on Sunday, with 36 more patients detected across the state. "With the 36, the tally of active cases in the state increased to 185. Three patients have been discharged after recovery," a press release from the Health
Two fresh COVID-19 cases reported in Puducherry, tally rises to 31
Two COVID-19 cases were reported in Puducherry on Monday, taking the number of infections in the union territory to 31. Two patients, both men, were admitted to Indira Gandhi Government Medical College Hospital this morning, Health Minister Malladi Krishna Rao told reporters here. The new cases
Govt withdraws ban mobiles in isolation wards
After facing criticism for the order banning use of mobile phone by COVID-19 patients inside isolation wards, the Uttar Pradesh government withdrew its order saying that patients can keep mobile phone but they would have to disinfect it regularly. “The mobile phone and its charger will be
Covid-19 count climbs to 317 in U’khand
The returning migrant powered surge in the cases of novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) in Uttarakhand continues unabated as 73 new patients of the disease were reported by the state health department on Sunday. With them the number of cases of the disease in the state has climbed to 317. Meanwhile the
MP Govt urged to continue ban on sale and use of tobacco products
Consumer organisations and public health experts have made a strong plea to the Madhya Pradesh government to continue its ban on sale and use of tobacco products and spitting in public places, saying such a step is imperative to prevent the spread of coronavirus pandemic in the state. While
Bihar records 180 new COVID-19 cases, tally nearing 2,600
Bihar has reported 180 new cases of COVID-19 from 15 districts, pushing the tally to 2,574 in the state, the health department said. Of the fresh cases, Nawada and East Champaran accounted for 11 each and the state capital Patna recorded four new infections, it said. The health department, in a
117 Delhi private hospitals to reserve 20% beds for COVID-19 patients, says Kejriwal, admits to rise in cases
Delhi has reported 13,418 positive cases of Coronavirus so far, out of which 6,540 people have recovered and 6,617 are active cases.
Ghaziabad orders sealing border with Delhi again over rising Coronavirus cases
The move to seal the border comes as Coronavirus cases in Delhi climbed to 13,418. As many 261 people have succumbed to the deadly infection.
IMD issues ‘red alert’ for North India as heatwave intensifies, warns people to stay indoors between 1-5pm
As the temperature in the Northern India is soaring high with each passing day the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that heatwave is likely to persist for the next few days in most parts of the northern India, Maharashtra and Telangana. While, the day temperature in the state capital is likely to touch 46 degrees Celsius by Tuesday.
Rajasthan’s Churu sizzles at 47.5 degrees, heatwave to abate after May 28
Churu in Rajasthan recorded the highest temperature of the season at 47.5 degrees Celsius on Monday, followed by Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh where.
Another staff member of AIIMS dies due to coronavirus in Delhi
A staff member at the All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS), Delhi died from coronavirus on Monday. This is the third case of death from AIIMS.
Rights in the time of COVID-19
The rules that govern members of a society are in a state of flux due to COVID-19. Just four short months ago, we probably could not have imagined a society defined by closed stores, social distancing, and mask-wearing. Yet states around the world have required these measures, and even more, of individuals.
Children may act as carriers of COVID-19: Official
Though data shows that children are less affected by COVID-19, they may still fall ill and can be carriers of the virus. Parents are, therefore, urged to keep their children safe during Eid celebrations by following the instructions by health authorities, according to Dr. Sadriya Al Khoji, National Lead, Healthy Children and Adolescents.
Less number of road accidents recorded on first day of Eid
Emergency Department at Hamad General Hospital (HGH) and Al Wakra Hospital have treated 651 cases on the first day of Eid Al Fitr due to several reasons including road accidents, stomach ailments, respiratory problems and trauma.
Communities unite to fight COVID-19
Government’s efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19 in Qatar, have received overwhelming support from the community in the form of volunteering work and contributions like cash, logistic and services by individuals and companies. Qatari youth became the source of inspiration by becoming volunteers.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
Beijing: China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
QF member’s fast track-research funding program boosts Qatar’s fight against COVID-19
Research projects designed to help children with Autism learn from home, enforce quarantine measures, and safeguard the mental health of healthcare workers are among those to be supported through a new, streamlined funding call launched by Qatar National Research Fund to help Qatar combat COVID-19.
HMC operated 4 mobile sites for blood donation during Ramadan
The Hamad Medical Corporation’s Blood Donation Center operated four sites during the holy month of Ramadan, especially in the present situation (COVID-19) to reach out to donors in the nearest area they can safely donate blood and recruit more donors.
Three deaths, 1193 recoveries and 1751 new Covid-19 cases in Qatar on May 25
Ministry of Public Health today announced 1751 new confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) and 1193 new recoveries in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of recovered people in Qatar to 10363. The Ministry today also reported 3 deaths due to the virus.
Mira Bhayandar: 34 new COVID-19 positive cases, 2 deaths; more relaxations from Wednesday
Continuing with the spurt in the spread of coronavirus cases in the Mira Bhayandar area, the metropolitan satellite township reported 34 new COVID-19 positive cases on Monday while two patients succumbed to the infection.
Highest spike of 6,977 COVID-19 cases; India now among top 10 countries as tally reaches 1,38,845
India witnessed the highest ever spike of 6,977 positive cases in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of COVID-19 to 1,38,845, according to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Maharashtra COVID-19 Tracker: State records 3041 new cases, state tally of positive cases stand at 50231
On Monday, Maharashtra recorded 3041 fresh COVID-19 cases thus taking the total positive cases to 50231, as per reports by the state Health department.
Southwest monsoon expected to reach Mumbai between June 15-20
The monsoon season is upon Maharashtra and the state is bracing for its impact amid the coronavirus pandemic. The head of Regional Specialised Meteorological Centre, Rajendra Kumar Jenamani informed that the city will likely witness monsoon between June 15 and 20.
Glenmuir High doubles efforts to help COVID-19 affected families
GLENMUIR HIGH School in Clarendon has merged efforts with donors, locally and overseas, to assist some families affected by the novel coronavirus. The disease has infected over five million people worldwide, caused over 300,000 deaths, and has had...
Hacker extorts online shops, sells databases if ransom not paid
More than two dozen SQL databases stolen from online shops in various countries are being offered for sale on a public website. In total, the seller provides over 1.5 million rows of records but the damage is likely much larger.
California Reopens In-Store Retail Shopping as COVID-19 Restrictions Loosen
Individual counties' public health departments have the final say on whether the change can be implemented in their areas.
It's behind you! Hilarious moment an inquisitive ostrich upstages Spanish politician during a TV interview - but he is too busy talking to notice
Miguel Angel Revilla, the President of Cantabria in northern Spain, was speaking at a press conference for the reopening of a national zoo when an ostrich appeared behind him.
NO coronavirus mutations increase its ability to spread and some are even harmful to the disease's capacity to transform, study finds
A new study from University College London looked at 31 mutations of the coronavirus and no strain had a higher risk of transmitting from person-to-person compared to another one.
Queen upsets locals at Sandringham estate by building half-mile 'eyesore' kerb to stop cars parking on roadside
Her Royal Highness, 94, had the 1,000-metre kerb erected at the royal estate near King's Lynn, Norfolk. The foot-high mound has prevented visitors from parking along the grass verge near the house.
'What on earth is THAT?' Baffled onlookers say a 'black ring' UFO darted over the skies of famous hippy town for 40 MINUTES
Locals from Nimbin in far north New South Wales reported a mysterious black ring hovering in the sky on Wednesday afternoon.
Beak-a-boo! First white stork chicks born in Britain for 600 years peer out of their nest for first time in historic sighting
Pictures show the moment a parent arrives at its nest at Knepp Castle near Horsham, West Sussex - with the chicks - born earlier this month thanks to the White Stork Project - clearly visible.
Don't they do home deliveries?! Mother, 33, gives birth in Lidl car park after suddenly going into labour on the way to hospital
Natasha Thomson gave birth to baby Holly on Thursday after pulling over at a Lidl in Peterlee, County Durham, while on their way to the University Hospital of North Tees.
WHO says it is SUSPENDING its trial of anti-malaria drug hydoxychloroquine in coronavirus patients citing safety concerns - a day after Trump boasts about finishing his prescription
A Friday study revealed higher mortality rates among coronavirus patients who took hydroxychloroquine, which led to the WHO suspending an arm of its trial looking at the drug.
He's with the anglers now! Giant 53lb monster pike that would have broken 28-year-old British record is found dead at fishery in Yorkshire
The pike, weighing 53lb 2oz, died of natural causes at Bellflask Fishery, near Ripon. Fishery owner Brian Morland made the discovery while he was walking his dog along the banks of the lake.
ANOTHER powerful 'lockdown violator': Topless Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is caught having a picnic with his partner and two friends 'in breach of his distancing guidelines for public'
The shirtless Taoiseach was filmed outdoors with his partner Matt Barrett and two others near Steward's Lodge in Dublin where he has been staying during the pandemic.
£150k boost for Mail Force as Sky TV boss helps PPE charity fund soar to £8.9million
Jeremy Darroch (pictured middle) has donated £50,000 of his own cash while £100,000 has come from the broadcaster.
Fancy more social isolation? Nasa seeks volunteers to be locked up in a Russian lab for eight months simulating missions to Mars and the Moon
In a nod to the current virus pandemic, the space agency is on the hunt for volunteers for a 'social isolation' mission that simulates the psychological effects of confinement.
Dog owner is killed while running into burning house to save her six puppies from inferno after saving three but succumbing to smoke while trying to rescue rest
Michelle Mirasol, 36, and her family fled the single-storey property when flames started in Bacolod province, the Philippines, on Thursday. Ms Mirasol ran back inside the home to free six caged puppies.
'Barnard Castle is the new Pizza Express, Woking': Twitter pokes fun at Dominic Cummings' explanation of his lockdown trip to Durham
Dominic Cummings refused to apologise for driving 260 miles to Durham, and claimed he had always behaved 'reasonably and legally'. Sceptical Britons poked fun at him on Twitter.
Black coronavirus patients are hospitalized at THREE times the rate of white and Hispanic patients, study finds
A new study from California-based Sutter Health, a healthcare system, found that black coronavirus patients were admitted at 2.7 times the rate of white and Hispanic patients.
The tobacco firm that is still making a mint from menthol cigarettes: Bosses are accused of sidestepping ban aimed at stopping children smoking
Mint-flavoured cigarettes, which make up around one in four sales, were banned in Britain last Wednesday amid concerns they were luring young people. JTI launched its new range on the same day.
Devastated son demands answers after care firm transfers two residents ‘with Covid symptoms’ from one home with 15 deaths to another that was ‘clear’ of the virus before death of his mother, 81, from bug
Gary Williamson's mother Sylvia, 81, died at Kenton Manor care home, Newcastle, on May 17. Kenton Manor is on the same site as care home Kenton Hall. Both are run by Solehawk.
Is Britain REALLY the sick man of Europe? We've had the most deaths but figures reveal there's more to the story than meets the eye
We take a look at the numbers coronavirus-related numbers we do have and the stories behind the statistics of some of the countries 'apparently' faring better or worse than the UK.
What is the 2,000-year-old brown mystery liquid found in ancient Chinese tomb? Scientists test substance found buried with warrior and his sword in 221BC
Researchers with the Sanmenxia Archaeology Institute in Central China's Henan Province announced the discovery of the intact grave on May 21.
Mother recalls the heartbreaking moment her two-year-old son asked if he 'could put his hair back on' when it began falling out due to treatment for a rare tissue cancer
Jade Faulkner, 25, and her partner Sam Cook, 26, both from Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, first realised something was wrong when their son Todd developed a lump under his chin.
Did pilots FORGET to put wheels down on doomed PIA 8303? Airbus performed a belly landing and took off again before crashing on second attempt killing 97 people onboard
Captain Sajjad Gull, who was at the controls of doomed Pakistan Airlines Flight 8303 when it crashed on Friday killing 97, may have forgotten to put the wheels down when landing, experts said.
Ibuprofen does NOT make coronavirus symptoms worse, insist scientists - as desperate arthritis patients use industrial lubricant WD-40 on their aching joints
Arthritis patients are putting industrial lubricant WD-40 on their joints because they fear, wrongly, that ibuprofen will make Covid -19 symptoms worse, a leading pharmacist has warned.
Ontario Premier suggests alcohol delivery via restaurants could continue post-pandemic
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has hinted that alcohol delivery through restaurants could continue even after the COVID-19 pandemic is over.
Covid-19 Claims 2 More Lives In J&K, Toll Reaches 23
The novel coronavirus toll in Jammu and Kashmir rose to 23 on Monday with two more fatalities, while 47 new infections took the number of cases to 1,668,, officials said
Coronavirus: South Africa to see a spike in Covid-19 cases but govt to further ease curbs from June 1, says Cyril Ramaphosa
The President called on public universities to implement remote teaching and learning strategies from June 1 to ensure that all students are given a fair opportunity to complete the 2020 academic year.
Coronavirus in Delhi: CM Arvind Kejriwal says ready to deal with situation if there is spike in cases of COVID-19
The centre imposed a nationwide lockdown on March 25 to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus and it entered its fourth phase on May 18.
Coronavirus: Singapore reports 344 new COVID-19 cases
The "circuit breaker" measures were first announced on April 7 and were further tightened after three weeks, with more workplaces closed and social gatherings banned.
Heat wave in Delhi, IMD issues red alert! India witnessed highest temperature of the year in last two days
While heat wave conditions prevail across the northern parts of India, it may be recalled that scientists had warned earlier at the beginning of the year that 2020 would rank among the 10 warmest years on record based on the weather conditions of the first two months of the year.
INSIGHT-More patients than beds in Mumbai as India faces surge in virus cases
The Indian government estimates it spends only about 1.5% of its GDP on public health. That figure is higher than it was - about 1% in the 1980s and 1.3% five years ago - but India still ranks among the world's lowest spenders in terms of percentage of GDP.
Coronavirus lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal’s Hamirpur, Solan
Hamirpur and Solan districts in Himachal Pradesh will continue with the coronavirus lockdown for a month after the current nationwide phase ends on May 31
Kerala monsoon 2020 date: Southwest monsoon expected to reach Kerala coast on this date; check details
The Health department of the state is actively working with several awareness initiatives so that people's participation is leveraged during the Kerala monsoon months.
Pakistan COVID-19 cases steadily go up to 56,349; death toll at 1,167
So far 1,167 people have died of the COVID-19 including 34 who lost their lives in the last 24 hours. A total of 17,482 patients have recovered from the deadly contagion.
Coronavirus Pandemic: Africa mounts a robust response to COVID-19
The jury is still out as to whether the African states will be successful in containing the COVID- 19 pandemic.
COVID-19: Hamirpur district continues to have over one-fourth cases in HP
The number of infected people in Hamirpur district has risen to 63 out of total 210 in the state as of Monday morning, as per state government data.
Nepal reports highest single-day coronavirus surge; total cases cross 650-mark
Twenty-six people from the Rautahat district, three each from Kathmandu, Dhanusha and Kapilvastu districts were tested positive for the virus, the health ministry said in a statement.
Covid-19: India now among 10 worst-hit countries
India is the tenth most affected nation by the pandemic after US, Russia, UK, Spain, Italy, Brazil, Germany, Turkey and France.
Covid-19: After govt intervention, prices of N-95 masks down by up to 47%
To address the issue of higher prices of the N-95 masks, the NPPA intervened to ensure their availability at affordable prices in the country, the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers said in a statement on Monday.
Kerala man admitted to hospital after jackfruit fell on head tests COVID-19 positive
Kerala Coronavirus, Kerala Covid19 Cases: Five people have died due to coronavirus in Kerala and over 95,000 are under observation. The total tally of Covid cases is 847.
Coronavirus: Bihar records 180 new COVID-19 cases, tally nearing 2,600
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 4 lakh each to the families of those who died due to COVID-19.
Karan Johar’s two house staff test positive for Covid-19
In a statement, Karan Johar said that the building has been sterilised after Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) was informed about the same.
Covid-19: Rail Bhavan to shut down for second time in fortnight after another coronavirus case
A fourth-grade multitasking staffer who attended office till last Tuesday is the fifth COVID-19 case detected in the building in less than two weeks.
Is the Coronavirus transmission risk less on flights? Here is what does the studies suggest
The risk is expected to be low on airplanes except in some cases if any healthy passenger is sitting near to the infected one.
How SpaceX and NASA are launching astronauts into space during a pandemic
Kennedy Space Center is closed to the public for the launch
Why Southern Nigeria should sleep with an eye open, by Joseph Udo
From my research, the second group is of the view that individuals arrested in the misadventure to the South do not appear like people who can afford to pay the fare for such trips, which means they have sponsors. And of course, those sponsors have assignments for them to undertake when they settle down in the South
FRSC to Ogun: Relocate Ota toll gate motor park, market
The Unit Commander of FRSC, Akeem Ganiya, made the appeal in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Ota.
Umahi laments lack of test kits as Ebonyi’s COVID-19 cases hit 33
The call was part of the Governor's live broadcast on COVID-19 update in the State at the Government House, Abakaliki on Sunday
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19
Prof. Anthony Igwegbe, Chief Medical Director of the hospital, disclosed this on Monday.
Americans defy Covid-19 social distancing rules to celebrate Memorial Day holiday
Hundreds gather at pool party at Lake of the Ozarks and at Daytona Beach in Florida, defying safety restrictions
There's a fighter jet on the pavement! Wonders of the Soviet roadside revolution
From tractors on poles to a fighter jet taking off, Russia’s roadsides are still dotted with celebrations of Soviet vehicular prowess. And now a French photographer has captured their strange allure. See gallery here
Hazelwood power station's eight chimneys demolished in live stream viewed by thousands
Built in the 1960s, each chimney contained around 50kg of asbestos but owner Engie says there is ‘no risk’ it will be airborne
Australia stalls on emissions target update as UN urges deeper cuts
Angus Taylor responds to question from Labor saying Australia is not due to update target until 2025
WHO halts hydroxychloroquine trial for coronavirus amid safety fears
Malaria drug taken by Trump could raise risk of death and heart problems, study shows
Oxford University Covid-19 vaccine trial has 50% chance of 'no result'
The University of Oxford last week announced that the advance human trial of the vaccine will involve up to 10,260 volunteers across the UK
With presence of Chinese troops, India increases troops' strength in Ladakh
Sources in the Indian Army said that the Chinese have moved in troops and heavy vehicles across the Line of Actual Control near the Pangong Tso lake
Covid-19: WHO halts trial of hydroxychloroquine, awaits more safety data
"It's important to continue to gather evidence on the efficacy and safety of hydroxychloroquine," WHO Chief Scientist Soumya Swaminathan said at a press briefing in Geneva
Covid-19 crisis: WHO pauses trial of hydroxychloroquine on safety concerns
Hydroxycholoroquine has been touted by Donald Trump and others as a possible treatment for the disease caused by the novel coronavirus
Delhi has Covid-19 under control, says Kejriwal as cases increase in city
Kejriwal also said there are 250 ventilators with the government and only 11 are being used
How Singapore, India are contributing to a coronavirus vaccine race
Singapore has started to re-open some but limited businesses and social activities ahead of the official "circuit breaker" end date of June 1
Eight new coronavirus infections in Cyprus
Cyprus announced eight new coronavirus cases on Sunday, mostly from repatriated Cypriots, a day after the island celebrated zero COVID-19 cases for the first
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style "Right Stuff' capsule.
US plans massive coronavirus vaccine testing effort to meet year-end deadline
The project will compress what is typically 10 years of vaccine development and testing into a matter of months, testimony to the urgency to halt a pandemic that has infected more than 5 million people
COVID-19 situation in Delhi under control even after more lockdown relaxations: CM Arvind Kejriwal
Kejriwal asserted that he would be concerned only if two things happened -- either there is a significant increase in fatalities or the city's health care system collapses due to spike in COVID-19 cases.
Chinese troops come inside Indian territory in eastern Ladakh: Report
India has conducted “mirror deployment” on its side to match moves made by the Chinese forces in eastern Ladakh, according to a report.
Coronavirus pandemic | 2,436 new COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra, count rises to 52,667; 60 more deaths
A total of 1,186 patients were discharged from hospitals after recovery, taking the total number of such cases to 15,786, a Health official said.
You’re getting used to masks. Will you wear a face shield?
The clear plastic guards may be easier to wear, disinfect and reuse than cloth or surgical face coverings, although they don’t entirely replace the need for masks.
4 Ways Your Vote Could Help Shape the Future of Mental Health Care
On Nov. 3, 2020, we'll head to the polls to vote for the national, state, and local candidates that best represent our values. There are many important issues
UK may remove Huawei from its 5G infrastructure by 2023
Earlier this year, we had reported on the UK government allowing Huawei to work on bringing 5G networking to the country, albeit in a limited capacity and non-core areas. But now, it seems like the government is working towards phasing out the Chinese tech giant’s equipment by 2023, as conservative members have pressured the UK …
Samsung Galaxy Note 20+ CAD renders reveal large display and premium design
Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy Note 20 series of flagship phones in August. The lineup is likely to include two devices named Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20+. Last week, the CAD renders of the Galaxy Note 20 were released by Pigtou publication in partnership with @Xleaks7. Now, the same publication is back …
Sweden’s ex-main epidemiologist: Country's strategy against virus - wrong
Sweden’s former chief epidemiologist Annika Linde has become a rare voice in Sweden to doubt the country’s chosen strategy against COVID-19, which was one of the softest in Europe and focused on protecting people in risk groups, The Guardian reports.
US lethal cases reach 97 700 as spread seen as slowing down
In the US, which is the country with currently the highest number of lethal cases of COVID-19 in the world, the death toll from the novel coronavirus has reached 97 722 on Monday, May 25, according to the data of the Johns Hopkins University.
China space program targets July launch for Mars mission
Called 'Tianwen,' the Chinese mission will put a probe into orbit around Mars and land the robotic rover to explore and analyze the surface.
PH coronavirus cases climb to 14,319, deaths at 873
The Department of Health counts 284 new cases, 5 more deaths, and 74 more recoveries
Spain revises virus death toll down by nearly 2,000
While the new system cut the number of deaths by 1,918, Spain remains one of the countries worst hit by the virus
Thailand enters global race for vaccine with trials on monkeys
More than 100 candidate vaccines are currently in various stages of development around the world, at least 8 of which are in clinical trials with humans, according to the World Health Organization
Ontario government appoints hospitals to temporarily manage 2 long-term care homes amid outbreaks
The province has appointed two Ontario hospitals to temporarily manage two privately-owned long-term care homes that are currently experiencing severe COVID-19 outbreaks.
Ford slams actions of 'reckless' people who packed into Trinity Bellwoods Park
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is asking everyone who ignored physical distancing rules at a Toronto park this weekend to get tested for COVID-19 while slamming their “reckless” behaviour.
Minds behind pandemic predicting algorithm already thinking about future beyond COVID-19
The Canadian researcher who was among the first to predict the deadly spread of COVID-19 says the world needs to change the way it monitors for and reacts to disease outbreaks.
Ford urges people who packed into Trinity Bellwoods Park to get tested for COVID-19
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is asking everyone who ignored physical distancing rules at a Toronto park this weekend to get tested for COVID-19 while slamming their “reckless” behaviour.
'It baffled me': Married couple diagnosed with same type of leukemia
A married Winnipeg couple is facing the battle of a lifetime.
New Research Could Call Into Question Origin of Mars
Scientists to determine if, like the Earth, Mars suffered a huge impact event as it formed
California Hospital Records More Suicides Than Coronavirus Deaths During Lockdown
Doctors at a hospital in California say they have recorded more deaths from suicide than coronavirus, with a year’s worth of suicides and suicide attempts being recorded in a 4 week period.
EU ‘Green’ Agenda Calls For Eating Bugs To Save the Planet
Urges that environmental goals “will not happen without a shift in people’s diets.”
Newly discovered Comet SWAN is now VISIBLE from Earth, but facing fight for its life as it nears the Sun
Comets are celestial bodies made of rock and ice that spend most of their lives far from the Sun
“Like It Was Designed To Infect Humans”: COVID-19 ‘Cell Culture’ Theory Gains Steam
Findings allow for the possibility that COVID-19 leaked from a laboratory
Study: Color of Exoplanets Reveals Whether They Are Habitable
Reflected light from a planet's surface plays a significant role on overall climate
Air Force Removes Height Requirement to Attract More Women Pilots
The Air Force said it was dispensing with a restriction that effectively eliminated about 44 percent of American women between the ages of 20 and 29.
President Sisi follows up probe into doctor’s death from COVID-19
The investigation has been launched upon President Sisi’s directives.
Egypt's Health min. briefed on workflow at quarantine hospitals
Zayed mourned all members of medical staffs who lost their lives while carrying out their national duty of confronting COVID-19.
Egypt launches probe into death of doctor from COVID19
As yet, the number of doctors who died from the COVID-19 reached 19 physicians, while the number of the infected doctors registered more than 350.
How investment in nature can help the North's economy recover after lockdown
Natural assets are one of the North's greatest strengths, says IPPR North
Heatwave: IMD issues 'red alert' for most North Indian states, asks people to stay indoors
The day temperature in Delhi is likely to touch 46 degrees Celsius by Tuesday, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said, warning that a heatwave would predominate most north Indian states, parts of Maharashtra and Telangana this week.
Heatwave likely to abate only after May 28; Dust and thunder storms expected on May 29-30: IMD
Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh have been experiencing blistering heat for days with temperatures soaring over 45 degrees Celsius in some places.
Explained: Migrants' 'ghar wapsi' behind COVID-19 spike in India?
Monday is the fourth-straight day that India has reported the biggest one-day rise in the number, with 6,977 new infections, reported in the last 24 hours, taking the country's tally to 1,38,845, while the death toll rose to 4,021.
Coronavirus outbreak: India records biggest surge of COVID-19 cases for fourth day
The Union Health Ministry on Monday said that the number of coronavirus cases has hit a new high in the country as India reported 6,977 new cases in the last 24 hours. The total number of COVID-19 cases in India stands at 1,38,845.
COVID: Serosurvey in 10 hotspot cities, 60 other districts to determine community transmission
Besides, the survey would also be conducted in 60 districts of 21 states and Union Territories categorized into four strata -- zero, low, medium and high -- according to the reported COVID cases per million population, as per the protocols for community-based surveillance published in the IJMR (Indian Journal of Medica
WHO pauses trial of hydroxychloroquine drug in Covid-19 patients, says experts need to review
In a press briefing, WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that in light of a paper published last week in the Lancet that showed people taking hydroxychloroquine were at higher risk of death and heart problems, there would be “a temporary pause” on the hydroxychloroquine arm of its global clinical tria
Fake: Govt has not promised a Rs 5,000 lockdown fund
A WhatsApp forward that promises of free Rs 5,000 in relief funds from the government as a limited time offer is fake.The message redirects to a questionable website with many red flags which is not associated with the government in any way.
20% beds in private hospitals for COVID-19 patients: Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has said that the coronavirus cases in Delhi have increased since lockdown norms were relaxed as the fourth phase of it was implemented to contain the spread of coronavirus.
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The Airbus A-320 aircraft from Lahore to Karachi was 15 nautical miles from the Jinnah International Airport in Karachi, flying at an altitude of 10,000 feet above the ground instead of 7,000 when the Air Traffic Control (ATC) issued its first warning to lower the plane's altitude, Geo News quoted an ATC report as sayi
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude and speed before the landing, saying he
Elderly woman in West Bengal braves Amphan for 8 hours, survives
The will to survive can make even an ordinary person stand up to life-threatening dangers and live to tell the tale. An elderly woman from West Bengal’s North 24 Paraganas district is one such person
Pregnant woman on train to Delhi gets miraculous help, delivers girl child
A pregnant woman travelling to New Delhi got miraculous help from a doctor on board who came to her rescue in the last minute and aided safe delivery of the child. Fozia, the 25-year-old pregnant
Four more COVID-19 deaths in Rajasthan take toll to 167, state tally at 7,100
Four more people succumbed to COVID-19 in Rajasthan on Monday, taking the death toll to 167 as 272 fresh coronavirus cases were reported in the state, officials said. With these fresh cases, the
Death of nine people in Telangana doesn't appear to be suicide, says forensic expert
Indicating foul play in the death of nine people, including six of a family, whose bodies were fished out from a well near Warangal, a forensic expert on Sunday virtually ruled out suicide theory,
Here are the milestones of US human spaceflights
Here are key milestones in the history of crewed US spaceflights, which resume on May 27 with the first transport of US astronauts to the International Space Station for nine years. On April 12,
China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan
China has reported 51 new coronavirus cases including 40 asymptomatic infections, majority of them in the contagion's first epicentre Wuhan, where over six million tests have been conducted in the
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet
Nearly two weeks ago the White House urged governors to ensure that every nursing home resident and staff member be tested for the coronavirus within 14 days. It's not going to happen. A review by
Coronavirus: Why you should not dump a mask on the roadside in the UAE
A look at the health, environmental and other implications; plus, are reusable masks good?
COVID-19: 15 restaurants closed in Saudi city of Jeddah for flouting hygiene rules
Other food outlets warned; aim is to ensure safety of food and public health
China's 'Bat Woman': Coronavirus is just tip of the iceberg
Research into viruses needs scientists and governments to be transparent, says Shi
Study by Saudi Arabia to examine effect of heat on coronavirus
The study is being conducted by the Saudi Ministry of Health
COVID-19: Four Indian returnees from Kuwait to Telangana test positive
163 evacuees from Kuwait had reached Hyderabad by a special Air India flight on May 10
India sees record 6,977 COVID-19 cases, 154 deaths in last 24 hours; total count crosses 138,000
The total number of deaths due to COVID-19 now stands at 4,021 in the country
COVID-19: Qatar reports 3 more deaths, 1,751 new cases
Death toll has risen to 26 as total cases reach 45,439
Coronavirus: Kuwait announces plan to end full COVID-19 lockdown
Top official says partial curfew to be introduced at end of May
COVID-19: The pandemic is exposing the limits of science
Scientists and doctors have struggled to convey a unified message to the public
Coronavirus: France has fourth most deaths as Spain revises down toll
French now behind only US, UK and Italy as Spain reduces number by 2,000
Going viral: Day 57 of being in a COVID-19 lockdown
This is what life is like in social isolation in Ireland
COVID-19: US coronavirus death toll rises by 638 in 24 hours
Relatively small increase means US toll now stands at 97,686
COVID-19: Saudi Arabia to allow one-hour walk amid curfew
The permits will have to be requested via Tawakkalna app
Coronavirus: Senior UAE health officials visit Expo Centre Field Hospital
Visit was undertaken to boost morale of health professionals and patients
Yemeni gravediggers overwhelmed amid spike in COVID-19 deaths
‘This is something strange, we’ve never seen it before’
Coronavirus: Senior UAE health officials visit Expo Centre Field Hospital
Visit was undertaken to boost morale of health professionals and patients
UAE's COVID-19 laser tests could be a gamechanger
Its speed and accuracy will help doctors respond to coronavirus patients faster
COVID-19 vaccine: Top 5 Indian biotech firms developing antigens for the world
Your COVID-19 vaccine could come from one of these Indian biotech giants
New COVID-19 laser tests could be a gamechanger
Its speed and accuracy will help medical professionals respond to infected patients faster
COVID-19: UAE reports 3 deaths, 822 new coronavirus cases and 601 recoveries
UAE’s total confirmed coronavirus infections have risen to 30,307
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
The United Arab Emirates plans to launch the first Arab probe to the Red Planet on July 15
They give us food all the time, NO DRUGS – Coronavirus patients in Niger
Coronavirus patients in Niger state have called out the state government over alleged poor treatments meted to them at the isolation center in Minna. According to The Nation, some of the patients who spoke to newsmen
WHO suspends chloroquine trial as possible cure for Covid-19
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that it has suspended the use of hydroxychloroquine in trial for the treatment of COVID-19. The drug trial was suspended on grounds of safety concern following a report
Chinese city conducts 6.5m coronavirus tests in 10 days
Over 6.5 million nucleic acid tests to screen novel coronavirus infections was conducted within the space of 10 days in a Chinese city. According to official data by local health authorities, 6,574,093 tests were carried out
How Kerala flattened the curve, lowest death rates: Health minister Shailaja explains
Health department constituted 18 expert groups in training health care staff for detailed stock-taking of beds, equipment in each hospital
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000
All 50 states in the US have relaxed coronavirus restrictions to some degree
Delhi records 13,418 covid cases, CM Kejriwal says situation still under control
Delhi government directed private hospitals with a capacity of 50 beds to reserve 20% of their total bed strength for coronavirus patients
1,38,845 coronavirus cases, 4021 deaths; highest-ever spike of 6,977 cases
The number of active Covid-19 cases climbed to 77,103 while 57,720 people have recovered and one patient has migrated
'We just want some help': Drought-stricken Hauraki Plains farmers
Farmers on the Hauraki Plains are banding together and holding socially-distanced shed meetings, as they fight the worst drought seen in the area in decades.
Drought-stricken farmers still desperate for rain
Farmers in parched regions of the country say the rain that has fallen over the past 24 hours is a small reprieve - but it's no drought breaker.
Coronavirus: European nations easing restrictions confident they can avoid second wave
They don't want to re-introduce lockdowns.
South African mine closes after over 100 workers test positive for COVID-19
The 4km-deep mine will now be deep-cleaned.
Community groups, charities eligible for RACQ funding grants
Community groups and charities that are doing it tough during the coronavirus crisis are now eligible for grants to help them get through. The RACQ Foundation has announced that it has extended it’s…
Here’s how many cases South Africa’s top coronavirus hotspots have
As South Africa moves to level 3 lockdown from 1 June, government will take a differentiated approach to deal with those areas that have far higher levels of infection and transmission, says President Cyril Ramaphosa.
A snapshot of the coronavirus looking at 1% of South Africa’s population
Medical aid group Bonitas has provided a snapshot of how the coronavirus epidemic in South Africa has impacted its members.
Government wants to launch a satellite to help South African students study remotely
As the country’s universities prepare for the move towards level 3 lockdown, the government is looking at possible technologies which could help improve remote-learning in the country, says minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Blade Nzimande,
Two people have died and several others injured following multiple incidents off Cornish coast
Two people have died, including a teenager, and several others are injured after getting into trouble off the Cornish coast. Emergency services were called out to several incidents on Monday afternoon, 25 May, following multiple 999 calls. It comes after the RNLI announced there would not be any lifeguards at beaches in Cornwall throughout the weekend.
What the papers say – May 25
Dominic Cummings’ flouting of lockdown guidelines and Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s defence of his chief adviser lead the papers on Monday.The left-leaning Daily Mirror leads the attack on the pair, labelling Mr Cummings a “cheat” and Mr Johnson a “coward”.
Five new COVID-19 cases in Lebanon
So far, 1119 cases were officially recorded with no new deaths, rendering the total number of deaths at 26.
Kaduna Govt. keeps silent as health workers shun El Rufai’s sack threat, commence strike
There is anxiety in Kaduna State following threat by the state government to disengage over 11, 000 health workers.
Spain revises virus death toll down by nearly 2,000
A new system of gathering data had allowed them to identify cases that were counted twice and exclude deaths wrongly attributed to the virus, said Fernando Simon, the health ministry's emergencies coordinator.
Govt censorship of SAMRC's Gray cannot be tolerated - Steenhuisen
South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) president Glenda Gray criticised aspects of government’s approach in responding to the coronavirus and claimed that there had been an increase in malnutrition cases at the Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital.
Ramaphosa on SA moving to level 3 lockdown: ‘It is now in your hands’
But with more than 22,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the country, the president warned South Africans the worst was yet to come.
Cuban health workers receiving training on WC’s health system today
The group of 28 healthcare workers will be deployed to two field hospitals. The province is in the process of completing the facilities that will be used to treat patients.
CYRIL RAMAPHOSA: COVID-19 has revealed Africa's strengths
The continent's experience with communicable diseases such as Ebola and TB has put it in a strong position to deal with COVID-19.
SA wine industry still reeling from effects of exports ban
Wine exports were prohibited for five weeks during the strict national lockdown under level 5.
French nursing homes employees take to streets in protest
Facing anger from healthcare workers, President Emmanuel Macron promised a "massive" investment plan for France's public health sector.
'Atmospheric river' 2000km long wallops Western Australia, heads east
The phenomenon has brought winds up to 185km/h at an altitude of 1500m, and rain to the normally parched Pilbara.
Library users turn to Australian authors as digital usage jumps
The annual Civica list of books borrowed from local libraries shows Australian writers are the most popular.
Galactic ring of fire gives scientist clues about the early universe
Australian astronomers have found evidence of a colossal collision in the infancy of the universe which sheds new light on how galaxies form.
Branson's Virgin Orbit launch bid fails
"We've confirmed a clean release from the aircraft. However, the mission terminated shortly into the flight," Virgin Orbit said.
Queensland vet pinned up against wall after showing owner the bill
Veterinarian Dr Margie Bale said the pressures of working a clinical practice wears you down.
The poor world must be the rich world’s pandemic imperative
Assisting poorer countries is not just the right thing to do; it is also the only way to contain the pandemic.
Concerns mount over Covid-19 stigma in KZN
As the number of confirmed Covid-19 cases in KwaZulu-Natal increases, provincial health authorities, doctors and public health activists are urging residents to avoid spreading misinformation that fuels stigma surrounding the disease.
Makhanda residents without water again as treatment works fail
Makhanda has suffered a second big water outage in a month as the town’s waterworks failed. Some areas have been without water for five days now. This comes after countless efforts and millions of rands have been spent to fix the waterworks.
UN trial for virus therapies pauses testing on Trump's drug
The World Health Organization said Monday that it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine -- the malaria drug U.S. President Trump says he is taking -- from its global study into experimental COVID-19 treatments, saying that its experts need to review all available evidence to date.
PM says provincial reopenings can be 'confusing' after thousands pack Toronto park
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says it's natural for people to be 'a little confused' about what they can and cannot do as the economy begins to reopen, but warned that we must remain smart to avoid a resurgence of COVID-19.
As malls reopen across the country, worries grow that consumers won't come back
Malls across the country are beginning to open their doors after weeks of government-mandated shutdowns, but both operators and retail tenants are stepping into uncharted territory amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
'None of us were prepared': How the pandemic is affecting foster families
Advocates say foster families are facing new challenges due to distancing requirements and other aspects of life amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
'Convincing' evidence suggests cloth masks may help reduce COVID-19 transmission
Face masks made with multiple layers of cotton cloth may help prevent further transmission of COVID-19, according to new research in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
Medical groups urge G20 to focus on climate change with COVID-19 aid packages
A group of medical associations representing more than 40 million health professionals from around the world is urging the G20 governments to focus on addressing public health and climate change when it comes to economic recovery packages for COVID-19.
'I feel sad for the kids': How the pandemic is affecting foster families
Advocates say foster families are facing new challenges due to distancing requirements and other aspects of life amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Isolation fatigue 'partly' to blame for mass gathering at Toronto park, expert says
Bioethcitist and University of Toronto professor Kerry Bowman explains some of the psychology behind the massive crowd at Trinity Bellwoods Park last weekend.
South Korea to require face masks on transit, flights
South Koreans will be required to wear masks when using public transportation and taxis nationwide starting Tuesday as health authorities look for more ways to slow the spread of the coronavirus as people increase their public activities.
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. -- aboard a retro-style "Right Stuff" capsule. But make no mistake: This is not your father's -- or grandfather's -- capsule.
Use pandemic to stop brain drain, MPs told, as payments for CERB top $40 billion
The federal government should use the COVID-19 pandemic to reverse a brain drain of top tech talent south of the border, a House of Commons committee heard Monday, alongside warnings that companies would leave Canada if taxes go up to pay for massive deficits.
How music therapy is helping some manage pandemic stress
Many people are turning to music therapy as a way to manage the uncertainties and worries brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
In race for tourism, Greece reopens cafes, island ferries
Greece restarted regular ferry services to its islands Monday, and cafes and restaurants were also back open for business as the country accelerated efforts to salvage its tourism season.
NBA legend Patrick Ewing recovering at home after testing positive for COVID-19
Basketball Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing has returned home after a brief hospitalization for the coronavirus, his son says in a tweet.
German government, Lufthansa agree on 9 billion euro aid package
Germany on Monday approved a 9 billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) aid package for stricken airline Lufthansa to keep a major employer going through the turbulence of the coronavirus pandemic. But officials said Berlin was still in talks with the European Union's executive commission about possible conditions.
Germany divided over plans to nix rules despite outbreaks
A spat was brewing Monday between Germany's federal government and state governors over plans by some regional leaders to end pandemic-related restrictions despite fresh clusters of cases across the country.
Woman kayaks to floating home swept away by flood to recover mother's ashes
A Michigan woman used a kayak to recover her mother's ashes that were left inside her home when she evacuated after flooding.
Virgin Orbit fails on first rocket launch attempt
Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit failed Monday in its first test launch of a new rocket carried aloft by a Boeing 747 and released over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Southern California.
Brazilian president blames health minister, mayors, media for COVID-19 crisis
With Brazil emerging as one of the world's most infected countries, President Jair Bolsonaro is deflecting all responsibility for the coronavirus crisis, casting blame on mayors, governors, an outgoing health minister and the media.
NASA is looking for participants to isolate in a Russian lab for 8 months
NASA is seeking U.S. citizens for an eight-month study on social isolation in preparation for missions to Mars and the moon. The research is being done to study the effects of isolation and confinement as participants work to complete simulated space missions.
It’s The Final Countdown For Launch Of First Crewed Mission From US Soil In A Decade
In less than 24 hours, astronauts are scheduled to soar to space from US soil for the first time since the last Space Shuttle departed almost a decade ago.
New Study Categorizes All The Unexplainable Experiences Produced By Psychedelic Drugs
Psychedelics drugs are increasingly being studied for their potential to treat depression and other mental health issues, although little attention has bee
Astronomers See “Sparkles” Around The Milky Way’s Supermassive Black Hole
Astronomers are aware the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way occasionally flares due to clouds of material suddenly being absorbed. The
The CDC Have Issued A Warning About "Aggressive" Rats As Lockdown Leads To Hangry Rodents
As lockdown measures continue to keep people from the streets, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about “an increase
Seniors get front-row seat to gosling rescue at retirement home
Some Sherwood Park youngins left the nest on Saturday, but not without a little bit of assistance.
WHO pauses study of hydroxychloroquine in global trial
The study has enrolled 3,500 patients in at least 17 countries since March
EU commissioner: Coronavirus immunity certificates aren’t reliable
People ‘deserve a break, a breath of fresh air, a chance to travel,’ says health commissioner.
Big Pharma rejected vaccine prep efforts, watchdogs say
NGOs say industry’s rejection of a Commission-funded effort to speed vaccine approvals represents broader problems with the Innovative Medicines Initiative.
UN Trial for Virus Therapies Pauses Testing on Trump's Drug
WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that in light of a paper published last week in the Lancet that showed people taking hydroxychloroquine were at higher risk of death and heart problems, there would be "a temporary pause" on the hydroxychloroquine arm of its global clinical trial.
Edo discharges one more COVID-19 patient - The Nation Nigeria
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said that the state has discharged one more coronavirus (COVID-19) patient from its isolation centre
Lagos closes Marine Beach Bridge for repairs - The Nation Nigeria
The Lagos State Government has announced partial closure of the Marine Beach Bridge by Total Gas, inwards Apapa for five months to pave way for...
Residents applaud Obaseki over road construction
Residents in Ekosodin community, Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State, have applauded the Governor Godwin Obaseki-led..
Impact of COVID-19 frightening, says Buhari - The Nation Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday said the coronavirus pandemic has brought Nigeria and other countries to their “knees”.
Hydroxychloroquine linked to higher risk of death in coronavirus patients — Study
Hydroxychloroquine which President Donald Trump once touted as a solution to coronavirus is not as effective after all, according to observational study...
Lagos to close Marine Beach Bridge for five months
The Lagos State Government on Sunday announced a plan to effect partial closure of the Marine Beach Bridge, Apapa, to vehicular movement...
No need for staff self isolation over COVID-19 patient - NAUTH
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Anambra State has allayed fears over the reported first recorded case...
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19, says CMD
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the coronavirus at the hospital.Prof...
New York Times fills front page with names of COVID-19 dead
The assistant editor of the paper’s graphics desk Simone Landon said she and her colleagues realised that “both among ourselves and perhaps in...
Community tasks Buhari to get justice for assaulted medical doctor
President Muhammadu Buhari has been tasked to order an inquiry into the reported physical assault on Dr Avwebo Otoide, a physician, by...
One dies as two accidents occur on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
One person was confirmed dead and several others injured in two separate accidents on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Sunday.Mr Clement Oladele,...
Italy to recruit 60,000 volunteers as social distancing monitors
Italy is planning to send out into the streets some 60,000 volunteers to tell people to keep respecting social distancing rules in the country’s...
Rainstorm destroys houses, school in Badagry - The Nation Nigeria
At least 30 houses including a primary school have been damaged after heavy rainfall at Iragon-Iragbo community in Badagry.
‘Save community from sea incursion’ - The Nation Nigeria
The Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP), backed by the World Bank and the Ondo State Government have begun work...
COVID-19: WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday suspended the use of hydroxychloroquine in solidarity trial for the treatment of COVID-19
Enugu FA shifts burial of ex-chairman, Ofo-Okenwa, to July 24
Enugu Football Association (EFA) says the burial ceremony of its late chairman, Chidi Ofo-Okenwa, has been shifted from June 10, to July 24,..
FRSC rescues woman in labour - The Nation Nigeria
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Saturday rescued an expectant woman struggling to drive herself to hospital amid labour pain.
Patients decry shabby treatment at Niger Centre - The Nation Nigeria
COVID-19 patients being discharged from the Minna Isolation centre, has disclosed that they were not adequately treated and tested ..
COVID-19 forcing investment in health sector, says NCDC
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing governors and political leaders to invest in public health facilities across the country, Nigeria Centre for ...
Behavioural science advisers express concern over Cummings crisis
Leading behavioural scientists have expressed concern that the Dominic Cummings scandal could encourage people to disregard the UK’s coronavirus restrictions
Coronavirus Ireland update: No new deaths linked to Covid-19 in Republic of Ireland
This is the first day since the country hasn't recorded a death linked to Covid-19 since March 11
A primordial world of minerals litters Atacama desert
The Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission takes us over part of Chile's Atacama Desert, which is bound on the west by the Pacific and on the east by the Andes. The Atacama is considered one of the driest places on Earth - there are some parts of the desert where rainfall has never been recorded.
China space program targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
OSIRIS-REx Asteroid Sample Collection Set for October 20th
After more than a decade of work and much anticipation, the University of Arizona-led OSIRIS-REx mission will swipe a sample from the asteroid Bennu's rocky surface on Oct. 20 from the Nightingale sample site.
Weather iffy for SpaceX astronaut launch
Aside from a threat of bad weather, NASA and SpaceX confirmed Monday that everything is all-systems-go for their upcoming rocket launch with two American astronauts.
China's low-orbit broadband communication satellite bears fruitful results
China's first technology experiment satellite for low-orbit broadband communication has completed more than 180 communication tests and generated fruitful results, according to its developer Friday.
Coronavirus outbreak: Toll crosses 1,000 in Mumbai
An analysis by the Medical Education department of 25,000 active cases in the state has shown that 1,166 were critically ill and another 5,899 had mild to moderate symptoms.
Whistleblower behind Gujarat HC order: ‘No PPE kit, mask, gloves… can be in big trouble’
On Sunday, Health Minister Nitin Patel said the state government has “reviewed the High Court order and its observations” and “held a meeting to discuss and give a reply... next week.”
Covid toll touches 200 in West Bengal, cases record biggest jump
Most infections were detected in Kolkata (52), followed by Howrah (48), Malda (31), North 24 Parganas (21), Hooghly (20) and Uttar Dinajpur (13).
White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil
Trump had already banned certain travelers from China, Europe, the United Kingdom and Ireland and, to a lesser extent, Iran.
Private doctors refrain from prescribing tests, cite BMC pressure
Since two days, several private doctors are refusing prescription to eligible candidates for the Covid-19 test fearing backlash from the BMC.
Delhi Metro prepares to begin ops at 24-48 hr notice
As the first step towards resuming services, DMRC has decided to deploy full manpower, including station controllers and housekeeping staff, from Tuesday, sources said. Cleaning of stations has also started.
Jackfruit falls on man injuring him; at hospital, he tests positive for Covid
Officials say the man suffered injuries to his spine after a jackfruit fell on his head. However, it is not clear how he may have contracted the viral infection.
SpaceX ready for defining moment with first humans on rocket
For a nation scarred by the health and economic impacts of the coronavirus and slowly emerging from stay-home orders, the SpaceX launch will be a chance to look skyward.
Panchkula devises research strategy to check community spread: What were its findings?
Even though Panchkula has been able to contain its cases, the need to devise a method to check the population was pertinent as the district’s borders mingles with neighbouring UT and other districts, where the number of COVID-19 cases have been rising.
HC seeks govt’s response on plea seeking full-fledged testing facilities in non-red zones
A division bench of Chief Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice S S Shinde, which heard the plea on May 22 through videoconference, directed government counsel Priyabhushan Kakade to respond to the petition in the next hearing.
COVID situation in Delhi under control, says Kejriwal as govt readies more beds across private hospitals
The chief minister also said that the government is pushing to add 2,000 more beds across private hospitals as 75% of the beds earmarked for Covid-19 patients have already been occupied. He said that 509 out of 667 beds across private hospitals have been occupied so far.
Karnataka Covid-19 wrap: Two more deaths in state; Ramangara reports first coronavirus case
Karnataka reported 93 new Covid-19 cases on Monday, bringing the total tally to 2,182, of which 705 have recovered while 17 patients are in the ICU.
Crashed Pakistan plane’s pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The report said that the plane had enough fuel to fly for two hours and 34 minutes, while its total flying time was recorded at one hour and 33 minutes.
Coronavirus India Update, May 25: Cases near 1.40 lakh; lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal’s 2 districts
Coronavirus (Covid-19) India Latest Update, May 25: The total number of infections in India rose to 1,38,845 on Monday. Of these 77,103 are active, while 57,720 patients have been discharged.
Pune: Doubling rate slows down, but some wards see worrying spike in cases
The percentage-wise spike was the largest in Janta Vasahat Dattawadi ward, followed by Koregaon Park Ghorpadi ward, Kalas Dhanori ward, Vimannagar Somnathnagar, Mayur colony Dahanukar Colony and Erandwane Happy Colony wards, respectively.
Covid-19 patients not infectious after 11 days: Singapore study
The latest findings may have implications on the country’s patient discharge policy. The discharge criteria is currently based on negative test results rather than infectiousness.
Petition in Bombay High Court seeks Covid-19 testing facilities in non-red zones
The petition further stated that the swab samples from Ratnagiri were sent to a laboratory in Sangli district, which is nearly 237 km away.
Punjab reports 15 new cases, health minister says no community spread
Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh Sidhu, however, said there was no community spread and in the past too there had been cases where similar cases were reported but an analysis showed that they may have come in contact with positive cases.
‘No case of heat stroke reported so far’: Number of heat-related illnesses down in Maharashtra
So much so that at the state-run Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Dial 108 ambulances, officials said in the last three months, they had not served any heat-related emergency.
Maharashtra: In state’s over 52,000 cases, nearly 1,000 are healthcare personnel
According to data from the state Health department, of the total 969 infected personnel, 215 are doctors and 310 are nurses. The maximum number of cases are from the cities with the highest number of cases: Mumbai, Pune and Malegaon.
88% cases asymptomatic, 84% deaths had comorbid conditions: TN Minister
Tamil Nadu with a total of 4.21 lakh tests, the highest in the country, has 17,082 cases and has reported 118 deaths. And Chennai, with 548 cases on Monday, has registered 11,131 cases so far.
Mumbai: 21-day doubling rate in Dharavi, lower than city’s 14-day average
The doubling rate of number of Covid-19 cases in Mumbai is 14 days, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray had said on Saturday during an interaction with doctors of BMC-run hospitals.
Early genome sequencing in India shows dominant Covid-19 strain matches global patterns
This subtype, called A2a, also shows a larger prevalence across the globe — crucial information for vaccine development and disease monitoring from Calcutta’s National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBG).
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet
Only a handful of states, including West Virginia and Rhode Island, have said they’ve already tested every nursing home resident.
3-day-old infant from Chandigarh one of the youngest to die of coronavirus
The infant girl’s mother had not been tested for Covid-19 prior to her delivery and has now been sampled for the disease.
Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings
Officials in California said most people were covering their faces and keep their distance even as they ventured to beaches and parks.
'Docs could turn super-spreaders'
The letter to HC reveals how Covid patients are not isolated, leading to patients carrying each other's viral load; no PPE kit, mask or gloves are provided in n
Ahmedabad accounts for 96% deaths in Guj
29 deaths in state as tally crosses 14k-mark on Sunday; 279 new cases reported in A’bad district on Sunday, taking tally so far to 10,280
46 new cases in Assam, tally rises to 392
GUWAHATI: Forty-six new coronavirus cases were reported in Assam on Sunday, taking the COVID-19 tally to 392 in the state, Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.Eight COVID-19 cases were reported from the Sarusajai Quarantine Facility in the eveni
COVID 19 -Positives in academics
Editor,Big question in the minds of the (undergraduate degree) students- what will happen to our future! Is the academic scenario too bleak? Answer is absolute NO. In fact the future of teaching learning process is brightening up. What mere persuas
Coronavirus does not spread easily on surfaces: CDC
Guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention making the rounds this week on the internet are clarifying what we know about the transmission of the coronavirus, a New York Times report stated.
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where Covid-19 declining
GENEVA, May 26 — Countries where coronavirus infections are declining could still face an “immediate second peak” if they let up too soon on measures to halt the outbreak, the World Health Organisation said yesterday. The world is still in the middle of the first wave of the coronavirus...
48 individuals down with food poisoning in Terengganu after eating dessert
KUALA TERENGGANU, May 25 — Forty eight people who suffered food poisoning believed from eating a local dessert (puding buih) which was bought on Friday, have been treated as at noon today. State Health director, Dr Nor Azimi Yunus said out of the 48 victims, 20 were admitted to Sultanah Nur...
China reports 11 new mainland Covid-19 cases vs 3 a day earlier
BEIJING, May 25 — China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-May 24, up from three a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported. The commission said in a statement all of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas. Ten of...
Covid-19: Appreciate behind-the-scene role played by CPRC personnel during Raya, says Dr Noor Hisham
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Staff members from the Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) are among the behind-the-scene personnel who should be appreciated as they continue to work right through the festive period and sacrifice their family time, said Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor...
Chile's hospitals under strain as coronavirus cases near 70,000, president says
SANTIAGO, May 25 — Chile's healthcare system is under strain and “very close to the limit,” President Sebastian Pinera said yesterday, as the number of confirmed novel coronavirus infections approaches 70,000 after a rapid increase in recent days. The Ministry of Health reported 3,709 new...
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
BEIJING, May 25 — China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said. Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space programme in an...
France has lowest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths since lockdown
PARIS, May 25 — French authorities reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths yesterday since before a lockdown began on March 17, raising hopes that the worst of the epidemic is over in France. The number of confirmed cases rose by 115 to 144,921, health ministry data...
Top Egypt medical union warns of health system ‘collapse’
CAIRO, May 25 — Egypt’s top medical union today warned of a “complete collapse” of the country’s health system, accusing the health ministry of negligence in failing to protect healthcare workers from coronavirus. “The syndicate is warning that the health system could completely...
Impressive Rain 5G performance following network changes
Rain has made changes to its 5G network following complaints about slow speeds and intermittent connectivity issues. MyBroadband tested the network to assess the performance.
Coronavirus Is Killing Brazil's Isolated Indigenous Peoples at a Staggering Rate
The mortality rate among indigenous people is twice that of the rest of the population.
Woman suffered internal bleeding after wrong pills given
A senior pharmacist who prescribed the wrong medication to a customer causing her internal bleeding sought to cover up the incident and blame it on...
Almost 90 jobs go from Invercargill licensing trust
Eighty-seven of ILT's 606 workforce will be made redundant after staff restructuring due to Covid-19 impacting the hospitality sector. ILT chief...
Health alliance shows worth
Covid-19 has shown the critical role Alliance South plays in delivering health services across the region, its new chairman says. Cromwell-based...
Boulders placed near Shag Rock to protect breeding penguins
More boulders have been put near a Christchurch pathway to help protect white-flippered penguins during their nesting season. When the Coastal...
France reports lowest daily rise since lockdown began
French authorities have reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths since before a lockdown began.
More people seeking help at Nth Canterbury food banks
Food banks are helping a part of the North Canterbury community they don’t normally have to support as the Covid-19 crisis continues to bite....
ORC drafting policy online
During the next two months, Otago Regional Council staff will be developing the regional authority’s most significant policy document with input...
Woman suffers internal bleeding after pharmacist gives wrong medication
A senior pharmacist who gave the wrong medication to a customer, causing her internal bleeding, doctored records then tried to blame a colleague...
France reports lowest daily rise since lockdown began
French authorities have reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths since before a lockdown began.
Live: Gathering limit to increase to 100 on Friday
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced the gathering limit will increase to 100 people from noon this Friday. Ardern said the decision was...
Another day of zero Covid-19 cases
New Zealand has again recorded no new Covid-19 cases. The Ministry of Health issued today's update in a press release and there won't be a press...
Gathering limit to increase to 100 on Friday
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced the gathering limit will increase to 100 people from noon this Friday. This means churches can resume...
Science pioneer who grew up in New Brighton dies
Wes Sandle earned international respect in the atomic physics and laser community.
Screening programmes resumed
Nationwide cancer screening programmes are resuming in the South following the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, but with new safety protocols in...
President Trump Suspends Travel from Brazil over Coronavirus Concerns
President Trump suspended travel from Brazil to the United States on Sunday as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to worsen in South America.
Muslims Around the World Defy Coronavirus Lockdowns to Celebrate Eid al-Fitr
Reports from across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia this weekend described Muslims ignoring lockdowns to celebrate Eid al-Fitr.
Xi Jinping to Coronavirus Origin Province: Fix 'Weak Links' in Public Health
Chinese dictator Xi Jinping once again made public remarks admitting major shortcomings in Communist Party public health management.
Kim Jong-un Resurfaces for Meeting on 'Nuclear War Deterrence'
North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un resurfaced once again this weekend to chair a meeting on the country's nuclear weapons program.
WWII Veteran Walking 100 Miles to Celebrate 100th Birthday
A World War II veteran about to turn 100 years old will walk 100 miles to raise money for those suffering financially from the coronavirus.
Report: Coronavirus Lockdown in Italy Drives 30% Increase in Divorces
Two and a half months of lockdown has pushed many Italian marriages into crisis, with a 30 percent increase in divorces, media report.
21 Cases Of COVID-19 Recorded In Lang’ata As Toll Rises To 1,286
Coronavirus cases in Kenya have jumped to 12 after 72 individuals tested positive, health CAS Dr Mercy Mwangangi said.This was after testing a 2,711 sample size. Kenya has so far carried out a to
Germany divided over plans to nix rules despite COVID-19 outbreaks | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
BERLIN >> Germany’s federal government and state governors squared up today for a battle over plans to end pandemic-related restrictions despite fresh clusters of cases across the country.
Car convoys, small ceremonies mark Memorial Day in New York | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
NEW YORK >> New Yorkers marked Memorial Day with car convoys and small ceremonies instead of parades, as those looking to honor fallen military memberscontended with coronavirus restrictions.
Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. >> The Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer in the U.S. meant big crowds at beaches and warnings from authorities today about people disregarding the coronavirus social-distancing rules and risking a resurgence of the scourge that has killed nearly 100,000 Americans.
SpaceX’s 1st astronaut launch breaking new ground for style | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. >> The first astronauts launched by SpaceX are breaking new ground for style with hip spacesuits, gull-wing Teslas and a sleek rocketship — all of it white with black trim.
Communities nationwide face tough choices on opening public pools | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
MISSION, Kan. >> Public pools will look very different this summer if they open at all with the coronavirus threat still looming, as teenage lifeguards will be tasked with maintaining social distancing and spotting COVID-19 symptoms in addition to their primary responsibility of preventing drownings.
First deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WASHINGTON >> Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
COVID-19 threatens Chinese traditions of chopsticks, family-style meals | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
At Chilli Kitchen in Beijing, spicy and mouth-numbing Sichuan dishes are laid out family style. Using red chopsticks, diners dive into steaming bowls of pork wontons bathed in fragrant chili oil and sesame seeds, and rummage through platters filled with dried red chili peppers to unearth juicy bits of roasted fish.
Heatwave intensifies in India, Churu hottest at 47.5 deg C
Heatwave intensifies in India, Churu hottest at 47.5 deg C. The India Meteorological Department, which had issued a red colour-coded alert for north India for May 25-26 when the prevailing heatwave conditions are expected to peak, said dust and thunderstorms are likely to bring some relief on May 29-30.
India registers biggest single day spike of 6,977 COVID-19 cases
India registers biggest single day spike of 6,977 COVID-19 cases. Total tally rises to 1,38,845; death toll climbs to 4,021
With over 1.38 lakh cases, India among 10 worst COVID-hit nations
With over 1.38 lakh cases, India among 10 worst COVID-hit nations. The United States leads the world with more than 1.6 million confirmed coronavirus cases, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University.
Australia's life expectancy stagnates, inequality widens
Growing socioeconomic and geographical inequalities are contributing to a stagnation of Australian life expectancy, new research published in Australian Population Studies shows.
Do political beliefs affect social distancing?
Experts say voluntary physical distancing in the United States was essential to slowing the spread of COVID-19 in the early days and weeks of the pandemic, even before such measures were mandatory. A ...
Seagrasses will benefit from global change
Researchers show that seagrasses will benefit from increases in the temperature and CO2 in the oceans because their capacity to acquire nitrogen will be enhanced, not limiting their growth.
Astronomers see 'cosmic ring of fire,' 11 billion years ago
Astronomers have captured an image of a super-rare type of galaxy—described as a "cosmic ring of fire"—as it existed 11 billion years ago.
Worth their salt: Researchers report first case of hexagonal NaCl
Skoltech and MIPT scientists have predicted and then experimentally confirmed the existence of exotic hexagonal thin films of NaCl on a diamond surface. These films may be useful as gate dielectrics for ...
Eating local and plant-based diets: how to feed cities sustainably
How do you feed a city? It is one of the great questions of our time. After all, for a species that ultimately depends on plants to feed ourselves, we do tend to cram ourselves into places that are rather ...
Process to produce well-aligned CNT arrays on a 10-centimeter silicon wafer
A team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in China has developed a new process to produce well-aligned carbon nanotube (CNT) arrays on a 10-centimeter silicon wafer. In their paper published ...
Building bricks from plastic waste
Revolutionary 'green' types of bricks and construction materials could be made from recycled PVC, waste plant fibers or sand with the help of a remarkable new kind of rubber polymer discovered by Australian ...
New double-contrast technique picks up small tumors on MRI
Early detection of tumors is extremely important in treating cancer. A new technique developed by researchers at the University of California, Davis offers a significant advance in using magnetic resonance ...
Does MRI have an environmental impact?
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have surveyed the amount of gadolinium found in river water in Tokyo. Gadolinium is contained in contrast agents given to patients undergoing medical magnetic ...
Depicting the pollution path between stratosphere and troposphere
Most studies on stratosphere and troposphere exchange (STE) are carried out using model simulations. A new study conducted by Chinese researchers directly revealed the phenomenon through in-situ-measured ...
The 12 questions earth scientists should ask in the next 10 years
The National Science Foundation should invest in new initiatives, partnerships and infrastructure to answer 12 priority research questions relevant to society in the next decade, according to a new report ...
RDE-3 found to add pUG tails to targets of RNA interference and to transposon RNAs
A team of researchers from Harvard Medical School, Nanjing Agricultural University and the University of Wisconsin has found that the protein RDE-3 in nematode worms adds pUG tails to targets of RNA interference ...
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S.—aboard a retro-style "Right Stuff" capsule.
Could theorized Planet 9 be a primordial black hole? Researchers propose method to find out
There are eight classical planets in our solar system, from speedy Mercury to distant Neptune. There are also numerous dwarf planets, such as Pluto and Ceres. While we continue to find more dwarf planets, ...
How drones can monitor explosive volcanoes
Due to the difficult accessibility and the high risk of collapse or explosion, the imaging of active volcanoes has so far been a great challenge in volcanology. Researchers around Edgar Zorn from the ...
Study decodes the complex autotetraploid cultivated alfalfa genome
Improvement of cultivated alfalfa (Medicago sativa), a perennial herbaceous legume and one of the most important forage crops, might be accelerated if agronomically beneficial mutations could be easily ...
Milestones of US human spaceflights
Here are key milestones in the history of crewed US spaceflights, which resume on May 27 with the first transport of US astronauts to the International Space Station for nine years.
How well do Germans understand weather risks?
Many Germans have difficulty gauging the negative impact of weather conditions such as ground frost, heat, or UV radiation. This is one of the key results of a representative survey conducted by researchers ...
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project ...
No new Shropshire Covid-19 deaths but IT problem means cases unreported for 10 hours
No further coronavirus patient deaths have been reported in Shropshire today - but a national IT error means reports were not made for 10 hours on Sunday.
Could new cycle lanes transform Shropshire?
As cycling becomes more popular amid the pandemic, could Shropshire become Britain's answer to Amsterdam?
Smoke covers A53 as fire crews called to rubber and plastic blaze
Firefighters had to put out a fire involving plastic and rubber in a field near a main road.
Telford care home receives dose of #KindleKindness
Kindles have been donated to a care home in Telford, after a council funding campaign to tackle loneliness and isolation during lockdown.
Shropshire MP raises constituents' Cummings concerns to senior members of Government
Shropshire MP Mark Pritchard says he's made the views of his constituents clear to senior members of the Government after being bombarded with emails over Dominic Cummings' 260-mile lockdown trip.
Thanks paid to staff and residents after 'smooth' reopening of Shropshire tips
Shropshire Council has thanked residents and operators of the county's tips following their successful reopening.
Shrewsbury charity receives £3,000 to help caregivers
A Shrewsbury charity that is supporting vulnerable people through the coronavirus crisis has been awarded a £3,000 grant to provide support to isolated or bereaved caregivers during lockdown.
Hopes staycations will bring boost for tourism industry hit by Covid
The county's councils are uniting in a bid to lead Shropshire's post-pandemic tourism recovery – amid suggestions that local operators could benefit from a huge rise in 'staycations'.
Telford firm boosts PPE supply with 3D printing
A manufacturing service provider has produced hundreds of face shields for distribution into the NHS.
Five-hour VE Day busk by Telford veteran helps raise thousands for Severn Hospice
A guitarist has helped raise thousands of pounds for charity with a five-hour sponsored busk on VE Day.
MP's plea to help Young Farmers
An MP has called on the Government to give a share of a new £150 million fund for charities to Young Farmers' clubs in Shropshire, saying they are on course to lose £50,000 this year due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Covid-19 tests and PPE to be delivered to island via drone
The deliveries, which usually involve a 45-minute ferry crossing, will be cut to around 15 minutes.
California reopens churches 3 days after Trump threatened to 'override' states
The governor gave California churches the green light to reopen, three days after the president threatened to "override" states that continued to block in-person religious services due to the pandemic.
Rivers community demands justice for doctor assaulted by Air Force airmen
Chukwudi Akasike, Port Harcourt THE people of Polobubo (Tsekelewu) in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State have called on the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), to or...
Strange disease kills 11 in Rivers community
Chukwudi Akasike and Sampson Itode At least, 11 persons have reportedly died of a strange disease in the Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State. Two of those who died as a result of the stra...
Bishop chases worshippers without face masks out of Enugu church
Raphael Ede, Enugu The Catholic Bishop of Enugu Diocese, Most Rev. Callistus Onaga, on Sunday chased out worshipers who were not wearing face masks during the Holy Mass to mark the 2020 World Comm...
Nurses withdraw services at Plateau isolation centre
James Abraham, Jos Nurses at one of the isolation Centres for COVID-19 in Plateau State, the Jos University Teaching Hospital, on Monday withdrew their services. It was learnt that as a resu...
COVID-19: WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine over safety concerns
The World Health Organization said Monday it had "temporarily" suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 being carried out across a range of countries as...
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first COVID-19 case
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the coronavirus at the hospital. Prof. Anthony Igwegbe, the Chief Medical Director of th...
Thailand begins COVID-19 vaccine trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper, alternative coronavirus vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021, a top researcher said on Monday. More than 100 c...
Delta community demands justice for doctor assaulted by Air Force airmen
Chukwudi Akasike, Port Harcourt THE people of Polobubo (Tsekelewu) in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State have called on the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), to or...
Centre donates N70,000 to teenage mother held in hospital
Bola Bamigbola, Osogbo Following an interview published by Saturday PUNCH about her plight, the Women Advocate Research and Documentation Centre, Lagos, on Sunday, donated the sum of N70,000 to Bl...
California to allow places of worship to reopen, in-store retail shopping to resume
California will allow houses of worship to open for in-person services at reduced capacity and let retailers open for in-store shopping, state officials announced Monday.
WHO pauses hydroxychloroquine trial to review safety data
The World Health Organization (WHO) said Monday that it is temporarily stopping the hydroxychloroquine portion of a global study into experimental treatments for COVID-19, the disease caused by the
Bushfire conditions to worsen in future
Australia faces even more dangerous bushfire conditions in the future, say scientists who warn the devastating 2019-20 blazes are not a one-off event. The cor...
Chief Executive of Ghana Commodity Exchange, Dr Kadri, says they are working to reverse the drop in trading due to COVID-19
The Chief Executive of the Ghana Commodity Exchange (GCX), Dr Alfa Kadri has said that they are working to reverse the drop in activities on its platform due to the impact of COVID-19 on its operations.
Kenya announces 72 new cases of Covid19; gov't introduces new safety guideline
Death toll rises to 52
Report reveals Pak pilot ignored three altitude warnings before crashing
PTI Karachi The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)’s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the air
Galaxy Note 20 Plus Renders Show the Device From All Angles
The latest Galaxy Note 20 Plus renders show off a familiar design with a flatter display and a familiar camera setup.
COVID-19: New cases jump to 172 today, 92% are non-Malaysians
The number of new COVID-19 cases have jumped to 172 new cases today, which is the first time Malaysia records more than 100 new cases since the CMCO took effect on 4th May. This brings the total number of infections to 7,417.
Why It's Too Soon To Re-Open Borders For Australian States With Coronavirus
This week, we’ve seen state governments in heated debate over the question of reopening borders between Australian states and territories.
Cyril Ramaphosa | The solutions to Africa’s problems reside within Africa itself
This Africa Day we are reminded once again that the solutions to Africa’s problems, be they overcoming disease or eradicating poverty and underdevelopment, reside within Africa itself, writes President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Covid-19 deaths top 4 000 in under-fire Sweden
Sweden, which has gained international attention for its softer approach to the coronavirus than many of its European neighbours, says the number of deaths passed the 4 000 mark.
OPINION | Africa Day: A continent united in its battle against Covid-19
There are a few examples that show that African institutions of higher learning and many other organisations can play their part in collectively helping fellow Africans face the pandemic head-on, writes Nico Elema.
Covid-19: Why the Western Cape has an 18 000-test backlog
The Western Cape has an 18 000-test backlog for Covid-19, says Premier Alan Winde.
Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town
Madagascar's government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus.
SAMRC board apologises for Prof Gray's comments, bars staff from speaking to media
The SA Medical Research Council board has apologised to the Ministerial Advisory Committee for comments made by its president, Professor Glenda Gray, and says it will institute a fact-finding investigation into the "damage" the comments may have caused.
Glenda Gray row: Academic body accuses health dept DG of 'abuse of power', actions are 'alarming'
Department of Health acting director-general Dr Anban Pillay "abused the power" of his office when he recommended an investigation be launched into Professor Glenda Gray, the Academy of Science of South Africa says.
Between two devils: Why hospitals must act fast to prevent health worker deaths from Covid-19
A new investigative report details the rapid spread of the coronavirus disease in St Augustine’s Hospital in Durban, and how it could have been prevented.
WATCH | First look inside the CTICC as it gets converted into 850-bed field hospital
The Cape Town International Convention Centre's exhibition halls have been transformed into vast hospital wards.
Coronavirus: Invest in health to end pandemic - WHO charges world leaders
As the world faces the challenges of coronavirus crisis, the World Health Organisation says 106,000 cases were reported on Tuesday, May 19 - the most in a day.
El-Rufai blows hot, says parents who enroll children into Almajiri system will be jailed
Kaduna state governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, on May 25, sent a warning message to parents who enroll their children into the Almajiri system in the state.
Hundreds stranded as Anambra, Delta govts shut boundary with iron barriers
This is coming after allegations that all the cases of COVID-19 discovered in Anambra involved persons that sneaked into the state from other areas recently.
COVID-19: Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of coronavirus. The patient has been moved to isolation.
Nigeria confirms 313 more COVID-19 cases, total infections now 7,839
Coronavirus cases in Nigeria have continued to increase with the confirmation of 313 new cases of COVID-19 by Nigeria Centre for Disease Control on Sunday.
Israel shows love to Nigerian Muslims ahead of Ramadan celebration
The Israeli embassy in Nigeria has shown love and kindness towards the country as the nation battles with the deadly coronavirus. They gave out food packages.
List of countries where there are no coronavirus cases across the world
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has since labelled Covid-19 a pandemic but there are still a handful of countries that have not yet reported any cases.
Rwanda deploys hi-tech robots in fight against Covid-19
Kigali – Rwanda has deployed five hi-tech robots for use at hospitals to help control the spread of the novel coronavirus in the small East African nation.
WHO’s hydroxychloroquine trial suspended pending safety data
The World Health Organization temporarily halted tests on hydroxychloroquine in its Covid-19 drug trials pending more data because of safety concerns.
Isolation develops patience and creativity
Artist Karimwabo is now painting realistic portraits in navy blue on white backgrounds.
Ethiopia records highest daily Covid-19 rise with 88 new cases
Thirteen are said to have travel history from abroad.
Nigeria fines UK airline for violating Covid-19 travel ban
The plane had been approved strictly for humanitarian operations.
Dominic Cummings row: The families who stayed away in lockdown
Members of the public have expressed anger after the PM's chief adviser travelled to Durham in lockdown.
Coronavirus: Weston General Hospital halts admissions
Weston General Hospital has a high number of Covid-19 cases and has temporarily stopped accepting new patients.
Grenfell fears prevent timber building boom
Plans to reduce the height of wood-based properties contradicts advice to increase construction.
Teenage girl among two dead after Cornwall sea rescues
The girl was trapped under a boat while a man died after being pulled out of the sea off Cornwall.
Branson's Virgin Orbit fails to launch rocket from 747
A crucial test of its two-stage, orbital rocket system, designed to rival that of Elon Musk's SpaceX for satellite launches, ended the mission shortly after releasing the rocket from the plane.
WHO Temporarily Suspends Trial of Hydroxychloroquine Over Safety Concerns
The World Health Organization is temporarily pausing tests of the anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine as a coronavirus treatment in order to review safety concerns, the agency's director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesu said Monday. From a report: The decision comes after a retrospective review p...
'Japan Model' Has Beaten Coronavirus, Shinzo Abe Declares
Prime minister Shinzo Abe has declared victory for the "Japan model" of fighting coronavirus as he lifted a nationwide state of emergency after seven weeks [Editor's note: the link may be paywalled; alternative source]. From a report: Speaking at a press conference on Monday evening in Tokyo, Mr Abe...
Texas Instruments Makes It Harder to Run Programs on its Calculators
An anonymous reader quotes Engadget: Texas Instruments' graphing calculators have a reputation as hobbyist devices given their program support, but they just lost some of their appeal. Cemetech has learned (via Linus Tech Tips) that Texas Instruments is pulling support for assembly- and C-based pro...
The Moon Pays a Spring Visit To Virgo
An anonymous reader shares a report: The moon visits one of the spring constellations this week by traveling through the faint constellation of Virgo, the virgin. On 1 and 2 June, our natural satellite will pass close to Virgo's only bright star, Spica. Memorise its position and then return in the d...
NASA and SpaceX Confirm SpaceX's First Ever Astronaut Launch is a 'Go'
NASA and SpaceX are closer than ever to a moment both have been preparing for since the beginning of the Commercial Crew program in 2010. SpaceX's Falcon 9 and Crew Dragon spacecraft are now set to fly with NASA astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken onboard, making a trip to the International Space...
Former NASA Engineer, Mark Rober, Builds 'Ninja Warrior' Obstacle Course to Get Rid of Thieving Squirrels
Former NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory engineer Mark Rober has spent most of his time creating videos on YouTube that focus on exploring engineering concepts and science through a bunch of fun experiments.
COVID-19: Researchers Found Half of Coronavirus Conspiracy Theories Spreading on Twitter Were From Bots
These Twitter bots have also been demanding the United States to reopen for the economy. Social media platforms like Twitter are becoming hotspots for information surrounding the novel coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19 Side-Effect: CDC Warns Rats Might Be More Aggressive During Pandemic; Rodent's Urine Can Cause Food-Borne Illnesses
CDC warned the public that rats might be more aggressive during the pandemic. Food-borne illnesses can be spread by rodents' urine, especially to children.
The Pandemic Is Exposing the Limits of Science
The financial crisis tarnished the field of economics. Will the coronavirus do the same for medicine?
Mexico City Deaths Rise 4 Times Official Virus Count, Study Says
Mexico City has emitted 8,072 more death certificates this year than it did during the average of the previous four years.
WHO suspends hydroxychloroquine trial as Covid-19 treatment
The WHO stressed the need to keep up with physical distancing measures and to scale up efforts to test and detect cases.
Covid-19 deaths top 4,000 in under-fire Sweden
Sweden's death toll has far surpassed the tolls in neighbouring Nordic countries, which have all imposed more restrictive containment measures.
Covid-19: Chennai reports more infections, 23 districts ‘nil’ cases
Tamilnadu on Sunday recorded eight deaths due to COVID-19, taking the toll to 111 while 765 fresh cases saw the state's total infections breaching the 16,000 mark, the Health department said. Continue Reading →
Covid: TN hospital designs low cost respirator
Meenakshi Hospital, a multi specialty hospital in Thanjavur and a part of Meenakshi Mission Hospital and Research Centre, Madurai, has designed a 'cost-effective purifying respirator system that provides 100 per cent protection from Covid-19 infection' for surgeons and other healthcare professionals in operation theatres. Continue Reading →
India Ups Troop Strength To Combat China's 5,000
New Delhi: As the Chinese Army has deployed over 5,000 of its troops on the Line of Actual Control at different locations in the Ladakh sector, the Indian Army is also increasing presence of its...
Covid-19 has reduced developing and developed countries to same level – President Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari, Sunday said coronavirus has reduced developing and developed countries to same level.
WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 treatment
The World Health Organization said Monday it had "temporarily" suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloroquine. - Coronavirus Updates
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19 — CMD
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the Coronavirus at the hospital.
Nigeria cases of COVID-19 rises to 8,068, as 229 new cases confirmed
Nigeria has recorded 229 new cases of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), increasing the total confirmed cases in the nation to 8,068.
COVID-19: With fewer tests, Nigeria ties with Ghana, Algeria in death burden
With a total of 221 COVID-19 deaths, Nigeria, with estimated population of 205.5 million recorded a total of 7,526 confirmed cases which
PHOTOS: New look of NIDCOM office after eviction
The pictures below show the office of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) after the staff were evicted. - News
Italy to recruit 60,000 volunteers as social distancing monitors
Italy is planning to send out into the streets some 60,000 volunteers to tell people to keep respecting social distancing rules in the
NiMet predicts sunny thundery weather, May 25 to May 27
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunshine and thunderstorms across the country from Monday to Wednesday.
Thailand races to produce cheaper vaccine, starts trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper COVID-19 vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021.
AFAN lauds Gov Ayade over tax exemption for farmers
AFAN, Sunday, lauded the Governor of Cross River State, Prof Ben Ayade, overtax exemption of farmers, especially smallholder farmers
Spain revises virus death toll, removes cases counted twice
Spain's government on Monday revised downward the country's death toll from the coronavirus by nearly 2,000, bringing the total to 26,834.
COVID-19: NAF produces ventilators to support fight against pandemic
The Nigerian Airforce (NAF) has produced locally-made ventilators as its contribution to national efforts towards fighti.....
Nigeria confirms 313 new cases of COVID-19, total active cases now 5350
Nigeria on Sunday recorded 313 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, taking the toll of active cases to 5350. - Coronavirus Updates
Bishop Chases Worshippers Without Face Masks Out Of Enugu Church
He wondered why people were violating the measures put in place to contain the spread of the coronavirus pandemic
BREAKING: WHO Suspends Trial Of Hydroxychloroquine As COVID-19 Treatment Over Safety Concerns
Hydroxycholoroquine has been touted by United States President, Donald Trump, and others as a possible treatment for the disease.
Dashed Hopes: How Nigerian Research Agencies Spent N500m On Clinical Trials Of Local Drugs With No Commercial Output
The Civic Media Lab found that Nigerian government budgeted for a total of eight human-related clinical trials of locally produced drugs between 2015 and 2019 with no evidence of commercial output.
I Was At The Airport To Receive Medical Supplies, Not Chinese Medical Experts - Health Minister
There was confusion on the whereabouts of the team after Ehanire told reporters that he preferred not to be asked where they were.
COVID-19 Crisis Impact on Youth - Depressed, Lonely and Anxious
People in the EU aged 18-34 report being more likely to feel depressed, lonely, and anxious than those aged 35 and over. They also indicate lower levels of resilience in dealing with problems in life, and a significant decrease in life satisfaction compared to before the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Bourgas, Bulgaria: First Written Evidence that the Roman Colony Deultum had a Port
Archaeologists from the Deultum-Debelt National Archaeological Reserve near Bulgaria’s Burgas have discovered the first written evidence that the Roman colony Deultum had a port, BGNES reported. The inscription was found on limestone sarcophagus, dating from the II-III century AD.
Perthshire bus drivers latest key workers to receive hand sanitisers from local distillery
Perthshire bus drivers have become the latest key workers to receive donations of hand sanitiser from a local distillery.
High-spec equipment will allow Ninewells Hospital to double testing capacity
Ninewells Hospital has doubled its coronavirus testing capacity after new equipment was delivered from South Korea.
Perth and Kinross recycling centres set to reopen next week with distancing measures in place
Recycling centres across Perth and Kinross are being prepared for reopening from June 1 for domestic waste.
Coronavirus: Pamis offers ‘digital passports’ to help disabled people communicate during lockdown
A equality charity has encouraged families to create a "digital passport" that could help disabled people communicate during lockdown.
Coronavirus: Dundee skip sites to re-open under strict controls
Riverside and Baldovie recycling centres in Dundee will re-open to the public on a restricted basis from next Monday.
Claims poaching and fly tipping rife at Perthshire and Fife reservoirs
A fisheries manager says the coronavirus crisis has been "a nightmare" with reservoirs in Fife and Perthshire plagued with poaching, fly tipping, and anti-social behaviour during the lockdown.
Coronavirus in India: Record 6,977 new cases confirmed in past 24 hrs, death toll crosses 4,000
New cases of coronavirus in India: India has reported its biggest-ever single day spike of 6,977 new Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours. The death toll due to Covid-19 infection in India has surged to 4,021.
3 reasons why India's current Covid-19 strategy should change
Combating Covid-19 is like fighting a war. And, wars are won with up-to-date strategy. Fresh researches on coronavirus tell that India's Covid-19 strategy must change.
India among 10 worst-hit Covid-19 nations as coronavirus cases near 1.40 lakh
The country registered 154 deaths and a record jump of 6,977 cases in the last 24 hours, taking the nationwide tally to 1,38,845 and death toll to 4,021 on Monday with some experts attributing the spike in cases to the lockdown relaxations.
Don’t step out between 1-5 pm: Red alert for Delhi, north Indian states as heat wave intensifies
Heat is here to stay! The IMD has issued a red alert for Delhi, other northern states for today and tomorrow. The weather department has cautioned people not to step out during 1 pm to 5 pm,
Safety concerns: WHO halts clinical trial of anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19
The World Health Organization said Monday that it had "temporarily" suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for Covid-19 being carried out across a range of countries as a precautionary measure.
Forex Today: Dollar in demand amid high Sino-American tensions, thin liquidity expected
Here is what you need to know on Monday, May 25: The new week has kicked off with dollar strength as the US and China have kept tensions high. Thin li
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where Covid-19 is declining
Says epidemics often come in waves, which means virus could come back later this year in places where first wave has subsided.
Scientists discover giant fiery doughnut-shaped galaxy
(CNN) — A team of scientists has discovered a galaxy that looks like a “cosmic ring of fire” and could help us understand more about how galactic...
Americans are crowding public places and officials fear possibility of spikes in coronavirus cases
(CNN) — At a glance, it may look like many Americans have long forgotten about the dangers of coronavirus. Crowds packed beaches in Florida, Maryland, Georgia,...
Newly identified gene may have contributed to rapid evolution of COVID-19
An international team of researchers has identified a previously uncharacterized gene within the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) genome that may be important in understanding the origins and evolution of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Researchers recombine entire chromosomes with CRISPR/Cas technology
The CRISPR/Cas molecular scissors work like a fine surgical instrument and can be used to modify genetic information in plants.
SARS-CoV-2 is uniquely adapted to infect humans
The novel coronavirus pandemic has sparked much debate on its origin, with some suggesting it may have been laboratory-grown. Previous studies, however, mentioned that it is zoonotic in nature, which means that the virus jumped from wild animals and found its way to humans.
Pinpointing SARS-CoV-2 origin with new predictive model
Researchers in the United States and Canada have developed a combination of predictive statistical models that could help guide decisions about which animal species should be prioritized for detecting the origin of novel potential zoonotic viruses such as severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).
Spain health workers protest at virus shortages
Spanish health workers on the front line of the fight against coronavirus gathered on Monday outside hospitals in the Madrid region to rally against shortages of protective equipment.
Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town
Madagascar's government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus.
Essential Science: Round-up of COVID-19 drug developments
For this week's Essential science column, we delve into the latest research on the quest to develop drugs to help combat COVID-19 symptoms or to eliminate the novel SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus itself.
Weather iffy for SpaceX astronaut launch
Aside from a threat of bad weather, NASA and SpaceX confirmed Monday that everything is all-systems-go for their upcoming rocket launch with two American astronauts.
Thailand enters global race for vaccine with trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper, alternative coronavirus vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021, a top researcher said Monday.
Europe lifts virus shutters as Japan ends emergency
Europeans flocked to parks, gyms and pools on Monday as more countries eased coronavirus restrictions, while Japan lifted its state of emergency but urged vigilance to avoid another wave of infections.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
WHO Halts Trial Of Trump’s Anti-Malaria Drug After Study Finds Higher Mortality Rate In COVID Cases
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesu announced on Monday that the organization is temporarily suspending its drug trial...
Columbia Doctor Defends University After Trump Bashes ‘Liberal’ Institution Over Damning COVID Study
Dr. Craig Spencer, the director of Global Health in Emergency Medicine at Columbia University, defend his colleagues on Sunday night...
Virgin Orbit fails on first rocket launch attempt, 'next big test ASAP' for Richard Branson’s spaceflight firm
Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit failed on its first rocket launch attempt, which took place out of the Mojave Spaceport in Southern California.
WHO suspends hydroxychloroquine trials
The World Health Organization is temporarily suspending the use of hydroxychloroquine from its global study into experimental treatments for the coronavirus.
Trump aims to cut red tape tying up doctors
The White House is aiming to cut occupational regulations permanently for doctors and nurses that have been suspended temporarily during the pandemic to spur economic growth, a top adviser to President Trump said.
Missouri salon may have exposed 140 customers to coronavirus
Dozens of Great Clips clients in Missouri may have left the salon with more than a new haircut.
Covid-19 cases breach 2k mark in Karnataka
Meanwhile, a 100 cases a day has become a routine affair as officials said that 28 out of the 30 districts in Karnataka are recording cases on a daily basis. Even if each of these 28 districts records four cases a day, it can easily cross 100 cases
Ragini Dwivedi reaches out to corona warriors
Ragini Dwivedi has been busy during the lockdown.
Karnataka COVID-19 Tracker: 69 new cases reported on Monday; state tally climbs to 2,158
Karnataka reported 69 fresh cases of coronavirus on Monday, taking the state tally to 2,158. So far, 680 people have been cured and discharged while 43 succumbed to the virus, informed the state health department. Out of the 69 cases, 51 are returnees from Maharashtra.
Jammu lawyer, 63, dies of Covid-19, J&K toll rises to 22
The death toll due to the novel coronavirus in J&K has gone up to 22 after a sexagenarian lawyer died at a hospital in Jammu, officials said on
Record 6,977 new COVID-19 cases in India in last 24 hours; death toll climbs to 4,021
India registered biggest single day spike of COVID-19 cases for the fourth consecutive day on Monday with 6,977 new infections, reported in the last 24
Kulgam woman tests positive for Covid-19 after death; J&K toll 23
The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 23 in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday after an elderly woman from Kulgam district of south Kashmir, who died couple of
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's
Dead end for Duque
"Quit now. Please." Health Secretary Francisco Duque must go. If he won’t go, then his boss, President Rodrigo Duterte, should fire him.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said.
Fearing COVID-19, pregnant woman refused treatment by doctors at two government hospitals in Andhra
The woman, Gouramma (30), a daily wage worker from Billehal village in Halaharvi mandal, had migrated to Goa along with other villagers before the lockdown.
COVID lockdown, fungal disease pulp prospects of mango farmers in Dharmapuri
With over 2,000 hectares of land dedicated for mango cultivation, Dharmapuri is one of the largest producers of this fruit in Tamil Nadu.
Spike in COVID-19 cases expected, ready to deal with it: Assam Health Minister
A total of 35 more COVID-19 cases have been reported from Assam on Monday, taking the total number of cases in the state to 427.
Entire Uttarakhand state designated as 'Orange Zone'
The state government assured that spike is registered due to number of tests conducted of the migrants who are returning from other states.
Mumbai faces shortage of medical staff, hospital beds as coronavirus cases rise to 30,359; city records one-fifth of infections in India
Mumbai’s municipal authority said it had ordered public officials to take control of at least 100 private hospital beds in all 24 zones in the city of almost 20 million people to make more beds available for coronavirus patients.
Green blooms: Patches of Antarctica’s snow is turning green with algae due to global warming
When the algae bloom in a large area simultaneously, it turns the snow bright green and it can be spotted from space.
Senior Living: Having a will makes good sense, but many still need one
Most people know the value of having a will, but I am still surprised by how many people who still don’t have one
Salmon expected to begin arriving soon at Fraser River landslide: DFO
VANCOUVER — Parts of a pneumatic fish pump dubbed the salmon cannon have arrived at the site of a massive landslide along British Columbia’s Fraser River, where Fisheries and Oceans Canada expects some salmon to begin arriving soon.
China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases vs 3 a day earlier
BEIJING — China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-May 24, up from three a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported.
Coronavirus Update: Death Tally Crosses 4K Mark, Total Cases Reach 1,38,845; Here’s The Latest State-Wise Data
A record 6,977 new coronavirus cases and 154 more fatalities were reported in the last 24 hours in India, taking the total number of such cases on Monday (25 May) to 1,38,845, a Health Ministry data revealed.
Kerala: CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s Hometown In Kannur District Turns Coronavirus Hotspot
With ‘Pinarayi’ turning a hotspot along with three more places on Monday, at present there are 59 hotspots in Kerala.
Virgin Orbit loses its first rocket shortly after engine ignition
“An anomaly then occurred early in first stage flight.”
Desert Locusts Enter Maharashtra's Vidarbha Region
A swarm of desert locusts has entered the eastern part of Maharashtra where district and agriculture department personnel have initiated chemical spraying on crops and vegetation to save them from the migratory pests, said officials on Monday.
"China Will Continue To Support India In COVID-19 Fight": Envoy
The second lot of donations from JackMa Foundation and Alibaba Foundation including ventilators, PPE kits and other medical supplies have arrived in Delhi, Chinese Ambassador to India Sun Weidong said on Monday.
Doctors in London hospitals are using headsets from Microsoft to reduce the amount of staff coming into contact with COVID-19 patients, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Doctors found they were able to reduce the number of staff coming into COVID contact by 80% using the HoloLens headsets.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Russia denies that it has manipulated coronavirus data and maintains that its mortality rate from the virus is among the lowest in the world.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
WHO announces it will temporarily suspend hydroxychloroquine trials for COVID-19 treatment, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The study's steering committee met over the weekend, agreeing to suspend enrollment while gathering data about the safety and efficacy of the drug.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Two hairstylists in Missouri may have exposed more than 140 clients to the coronavirus, health officials say, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The stylists worked at a Great Clips hair salon in Springfield, Missouri, between May 12 and May 20 while symptomatic.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died from COVID-19 on Sunday.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
What material is best for homemade masks?
A new study investigates which materials are best to use for homemade face masks | THE INDEPENDENT | A team of researchers claims to have found the best materials for homemade face masks: a combination of either cotton and chiffon or cotton and natural silk, both of which appear to effectively filter droplets and aerosols. …
Activists call for health tax
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Members of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) attending a virtual meeting on health financing on Monday highlighted the need for having a separate tax to finance health emergencies without straining the health system. They said though the government has over the years put up taxes on different commodities to fund …
Why Mansfield has the lowest number of coronavirus cases in Nottinghamshire
'I think from people I've spoken to in the community really understands the risk'
Inside the Nottingham labs where drug research experts look for new treatments during pandemic
They are working together on the discovery and development of new therapeutics
Visionary Science Takes More Than Just Technical Skills
The ability to come up with truly revolutionary ideas is crucial—and extremely rare
The Special Challenge of Fighting COVID-19 in Africa
Western governments and NGOs are grappling with their own outbreaks, leaving African nations largely on their own
Earthquake recorded in the Monchique region
The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA) recorded an earthquake of magnitude 2.6 on the Richter scale on 24 May, with an epicentre four kilometres from Monchique.
Ontario pushes back date for expanding social gatherings after spike in COVID-19 cases
Ontario's spike in the number of new COVID-19 cases has prompted the province to delay lifting restrictions on social gathering limits.
Ontario premier tells 'reckless' people who packed Toronto park to get tested for COVID-19
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is asking everyone who ignored physical distancing rules at a Toronto park last weekend to get tested for COVID-19 while slamming their "reckless" behaviour.
Packed parks like Bellwoods avoidable with better communication, experts say
Images of a downtown Toronto park packed with young people seemingly flouting physical distancing guidelines designed to slow the spread of COVID-19 have drawn sharp criticism from both politicians and the public.
Minds behind pandemic predicting algorithm already thinking about future beyond COVID-19
OTTAWA — The Canadian researcher who was among the first to predict the deadly spread of COVID-19 says the world needs to change the way it monitors for and reacts to disease outbreaks. Dr.
Mother's Day gatherings boosted COVID-19 cases, health minister says
TORONTO — Mother's Day gatherings contrary to physical distancing rules helped boost Ontario's COVID-19 cases, the health minister said Monday, and those rising numbers — plus concern over a large crowd at a Toronto park over the weekend — are delayi
Premier says anyone who wants a COVID-19 test will be able to get one
TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced Sunday that anyone in the province can get tested for COVID-19, regardless of whether they have symptoms, as cases continued to mount and officials criticized thousands of people who gathered in a Toronto
Mother's Day gatherings boosted COVID-19 cases, health minister says
'... people seeing families when they should not have been more than five people together,'
Quebec cautiously optimistic as COVID-19 trends improve, Montreal retail reopens
MONTREAL — Quebec reported its sixth consecutive daily decrease in the number of people hospitalized for COVID-19 on Monday, as retail stores across the Montreal area reopened following weeks of shutdowns to slow the spread of the virus.
Slight increase in Covid-19 cases post relaxation but situation under control: Kejriwal
A week after Delhi government announced some relaxations in the lockdown conditions there has been slight increase in number of Covid-19 cases reported, but the situation seems under control so far, i
Covid-19 update: India registers another big spike in cases with 6,977 new infections
However, the number of active Covid-19 cases is 77,103, while 57,720 people have recovered from the virus, the Union Health Ministry said
Nearly three-fourths of professionals prefer Work From Home option
Around 7 out of 10 working professionals prefer Work From Home (WFH) option.Further, close to 80 per cent believe that WFH could ensure clean air, and 65 per cent of the respondents call on the Govern
Statement By 5G-free New Zealand Coalition
Regarding the recent damage to cellular phone towers, the 5G-FREE NEW ZEALAND group wishes to state clearly that we do not encourage or condone actions of violence or vandalism.
PM Jacinda Ardern reveals move to gatherings of 100 under alert level 2
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has revealed the government plans to allow gatherings of up to 100 from midday on Friday, 29 May.
Hauora Heretaunga Staff Leading The Way In Improving Access To Care
Hawke’s Bay District Health Board’s acting chief nurse and midwifery officer Karyn Bousfield is thrilled to see nurses at Hauora Heretaunga leading the way in improving access to care for our community, by becoming Registered Nurse Prescribers.
Vancouver Island hasn’t seen a new homegrown case of COVID-19 in two weeks
Island’s low and steady transmission rate chalked up to several factors
Dr. Henry ‘encouraged’ as B.C. records two days of single-digit COVID-19 case increases
Four people have died due to the virus in the past 48 hours
Health organisations say children under one at risk of diseases amid COVID-19
GENEVA, Switzerland (CMC) — Several health organisations are warning that children ...
CDC: Coronavirus death rate likely just 0.26% - Technology & Health
CDC revises estimates for coronavirus death rate down to roughly a quarter of a percent. But virus remains deadlier than the flu.
Services to resume in New Jersey county where rabbis were first to end communal prayer - US & Canada
Services to resume in New Jersey's Bergen County, where rabbis were first to end communal prayer.
US records 638 new deaths from coronavirus - US & Canada
The US death toll now stands at 97,686, and a total of 1,641,585 cases have been recorded.
Truth, with strings attached
Why would anyone want to find a proof that the Earth is flat? Why the effort?
Israelis Were Three Times More Critical of Severe Measures by Government to Control Pandemic Than in Other Countries
Among the Israeli respondents, 86% stated that the measures taken by the government were very important in stopping the expansion
COVID-19: WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine over safety concerns
A clinical trial of hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 has been ’temporarily’ suspended by the World Health Organisation
Two new cases of COVID-19 detected at FMC Abeokuta
Barely 24 hours after the confirmation of three new coronavirus cases and one death at he Federal Medical Centre , Idi- Aba Abeokuta, the the facility again
Rivers records 27 new cases of coronavirus, total now 116
Rivers State recorded 27 new coronavirus infections, one of the highest so far in the oil-rich state. The state recorded 52 cases between May 13 and 20.
Coronavirus: West African farmers count losses, fear for worse - Report
The farmers say the response to the pandemic has affected everybody because all activities have slowed down
Lagos to close Marine Beach Bridge for five months
The Lagos State Government announced a plan to effect partial closure of the Marine Beach Bridge, Apapa, to vehicular movement, from May 27 to October 21.
Manager of demolished hotel among 27 new COVID-19 cases in Rivers - Commissioner - Premium Times Nigeria
Rivers State recorded 27 new infections on Sunday, one of the highest so far recorded in a single day in the oil-rich state.
Coronavirus: Human trial of vaccine shows promising results in China
The early-stage trial was conducted by researchers at several laboratories and included 108 participants aged 18 to 60. ..
NNPC has 6,621 staff strength – Report
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) says it currently has 6,621 staff strength both at its headquarters and across all its subsidiaries
Mink pass coronavirus to humans in the Netherlands
At least two people have caught the coronavirus from mink in the Netherlands, in probably the first mink-to-human transmission cases. The risk of infection outside mink farms is "negligible," Dutch officials said.
Scot whose mum died from coronavirus at care home says 'new admissions killed her'
Caroline Grattan says she was not given adequate information as her mum’s health deteriorated and believes new admissions during the crisis could be responsible for the outbreak that killed her.
591 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Afghanistan
The Ministry of Public Health on Monday reported 591 new cases of COVID-19 out of 1,095 samples tested in the last 24 hours, bringing the total to 11,582.
591 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Afghanistan
The Ministry of Public Health on Monday reported 591 new cases of COVID-19 out of 1,095 samples tested in the last 24 hours, bringing the total to 11,582.
Herat Roads Crowded During Eid Despite Lockdown
Despite orders of provincial officials in Herat--a COVID-19 hotspot--to stay locked-down and practice social distancing, footage shows crowded roads and streets during the Eid holiday.
Profile: Afghan Ambulance Crew Faces COVID-19
Herat's ambulance workers are on the frontlines of the fight against the coronavirus, transporting many infected people to the hospitals in this western province, a hotspot of the epidemic.
Herat Roads Crowded During Eid Despite Lockdown
Despite orders of provincial officials in Herat--a COVID-19 hotspot--to stay locked-down and practice social distancing, footage shows crowded roads and streets during the Eid holiday.
Profile: Afghan Ambulance Crew Faces COVID-19
Herat's ambulance workers are on the frontlines of the fight against the coronavirus, transporting many infected people to the hospitals in this western province, a hotspot of the epidemic.
New Covid-19 high as 72 more people test positive
Turkana county records the first case as new Covid-19 cases, virus now in 29 counties.
WHO halts study of Trump-touted hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19
The World Health Organization said Monday it had temporarily suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 being carried out across a range of countries as a p…
China's space programme targets July launch for maiden mission to Mars
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project…
Covid-19: France's health workers to get ‘significant’ pay rises
Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said Monday that health workers would soon get hefty pay increases as part of an overhaul of France's hospital system in response to the coronavirus crisis.
France has lowest daily increase in new Covid-19 cases, deaths since lockdown
French authorities reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths on Sunday since before a lockdown began on March 17, raising hopes that the worst of the epidemic is over in Fr…
Italy recruits volunteers to control crowds as COVID-19 lockdown eases
Italy's government will ask some 60,000 citizens to work as volunteers to enforce social distancing rules as it gradually removes coronavirus ...
COVID-19: Italy's daily death toll drops but Lombardy not included
ROME: Italy recorded 50 new deaths from the COVID-19 epidemic on Sunday (May 24) against 119 the day before, the Civil Protection Agency said. ...
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as COVID-19 death toll nears 100,000
Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, but the occasional person wearing a mask was a ...
Thailand reports 2 new COVID-19 cases, 1 more death
Thailand confirmed two new coronavirus cases and one additional death on Monday, a health ministry spokesman said.
Japan's small clinics driven to brink as coronavirus-wary patients stay home
TOKYO: As Japan eases coronavirus curbs following its first wave of cases, many small medical clinics are scrambling to stay afloat and the ...
China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases versus 3 a day earlier
BEIJING: China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-Sunday (May 24), up from three a day earlier, the National ...
Prices of Japanese premium melons plunge amid coronavirus outbreak
A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen (US$46,000) reached at auction last year, as the ...
Thailand enters global race for COVID-19 vaccine with trials on monkeys
Thailand is conducting tests on macaque monkeys as it races to produce a cheaper, alternative coronavirus vaccine it hopes will be ready by 2021, ...
COVID-19 deaths in Sweden top 4,000: Public Health Agency
The death toll from the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in Sweden has topped 4,000, statistics published by the Public Health Agency showed on ...
Earthquake strikes near New Zealand capital, no immediate damage reported
WELLINGTON: A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck near New Zealand's capital Wellington on Monday (May 25), but there were no immediate reports of damage.
France wants its citizens to holiday at home this summer
PARIS: The French government does not want its citizens to travel abroad this summer and recommends they take their holidays in France, ...
Madrid residents eager ahead of this week's reopening
MADRID: Residents of Madrid and Barcelona are eagerly anticipating the opening of parks, museums, churches and outdoor seating at bars this week, ...
No new COVID-19 cluster reported in Singapore for the first time in more than 6 weeks
SINGAPORE: For the first time in more than six weeks, no new COVID-19 cluster was identified in Singapore on Sunday (May 24). According to data ...
COVID-19: France has lowest daily rise in new cases and deaths since lockdown
PARIS: French authorities reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths on Sunday (May 24) since before a lockdown began on ...
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
BEIJING: China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the ...
Bushfire-hit Australians still in tents as COVID-19 slows recovery
COBARGO, Australia: Victims of Australia's catastrophic bushfires are still living in tents, garages and makeshift shelters months after the ...
After 9 Years Abroad, Astronaut Launches Are Back in the U.S.A.
The blastoff this week on a SpaceX rocket—the first ever private launch—could be a big step toward commercial space travel.
China's Water Forests Bring an Artificial Order to Nature
And offer tranquility among "living fossils."
After 9 Years Abroad, Astronaut Launches Are Back In the U.S.A.
The blastoff this week on a SpaceX rocket—the first ever private launch—could be a big step toward commercial space travel.
On This Day: Millions of Americans formed a human chain for charity
On this day in 1986, long before 'social distancing' was part of our vernacular, more than five million held hands to form a human chain.
High-speed rail on Australia’s east coast would increase emissions for up to 36 years
Bullet trains are back on the political agenda. Labor is again spruiking its vision of linking Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra with high-speed trains
Immunity passports could help end lockdown, but they come with risks
If you’ve recovered from the coronavirus, can you go back to work? Goverments are considering this question - and answering it with immunity passports.
Bushfire royal commission: ‘Black Summer’ not just a one-off
Australia faces even more dangerous bushfire conditions in the future, say scientists who warn the devastating 2019-20 blazes are not a one-off event.
Four more COVID-19 deaths at Langley care home, max still 50 vehicles for outdoor events
All four COVID-19 deaths in B.C. over the past 48 hours were at Langley Lodge, which is experiencing a second outbreak.
Safe STI tests available as B.C. continues to see syphilis outbreak
The province's top doctor says it's safe now for anyone needing to get tested for sexually transmitted infections to visit a health clinic.
South Korea COVID-19 response methods more effective than lockdowns: Study
South Korea is a standout in the current battle against COVID-19, largely due to its widespread testing and contact tracing; however, key to its innovation is publicly disclosing detailed information on the individuals who test positive for COVID-19. These measures prove more effective at reducing deaths among than comprehensive stay-home orders, according to new research …
COVID-19: Unites States Imposes Travel Restrictions On Brazil, Restricts Entry Of Foreigners From South American Nation
'Today, the President has taken decisive action to protect our country by suspending the entry of aliens who have been in Brazil during the 14-day period before seeking admittance to the United States,' the White House said in a statement
Current Time Report Sparks Investigation At Makeshift Hospital In Moscow Region
Prosecutors in Moscow say they have started an investigation after Current Time reported alleged shortages of medicines and labor violations at a makeshift hospital for coronavirus patients set up by a well-known Azerbaijani-Russian businessman Araz Agalarov.
Russia Demands Apology From Bloomberg Over Report About Putin's Low Trust Rating
Russia has demanded an apology from the Bloomberg news agency over a report it published about President Vladimir Putin's low trust rating among Russians.
Varadkar hails ‘day of hope’ as no new Covid-19 deaths reported in Ireland
Ireland has recorded no new Covid-19 deaths for the first time since March.
A “Replication crisis?” No! It’s Academic Demagoguery Part I
What’s the deal with the “replication crisis” in social science?
Is the Global Fight Against COVID-19 Reducing Prejudice?
Is the global fight against the coronavirus reducing social prejudice and discrimination? Effects of the current pandemic on intergroup behavior.
A “Replication Crisis?” No, It’s Academic Demagoguery
What’s the deal with the “replication crisis” in social science?
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow
An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet
Many states said the logistics, costs and manpower needs are too great to test all residents and staff in a two-week window.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.
WHO to temporarily stop study of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19
WHO says it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine from its global study into experimental COVID-19 treatments, saying that its experts need to review all available evidence to date.
A new mission in Haiti
When Christophe Millien finishes his graduate studies at Harvard Medical School this month, he will return to Haiti to address the medical problem caused by uterine fibroids suffered by Haitian women.
First Galaxy Note 20 Plus renders show camera bumps are getting uglier
The first set of renders for the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Plus have leaked. They show a phone with an enormous camera bump and at least four camera sensors.
National Health Authority plans to empanel ICMR accredited laboratories for Covid-19 testing
Dr Indu Bhushan, CEO of NHA informed that under the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme, about 2,300 patients have received treatment for COVID19 free of cost.
Covid-19: Uttar Pradesh reports 273, Uttarakhand reports 15 new cases in last 24 hours
In Uttar Pradesh, 3,581 people have been discharged and 165 deaths have been reported so far.
I Traveled To Texas During The Pandemic To Provide Abortion Care. Here's What I Saw.
Closing clinics, banning telehealth and enforcing waiting periods is dangerous and burdensome at any time, but especially during this pandemic.
Cosmic 'Ring of Fire' 11 Billion Years Ago: How did structures in early universe form?
Astronomers have captured an image of a super-rare type of galaxy -- described as a 'cosmic ring of fire' -- as it existed 11 billion years ago.
How drones can monitor explosive volcanoes
Due to high risk for researchers, the imaging of active volcanoes has so far been a great challenge in volcanology. Scientists used a drone for a series of repeated survey flights with optical and thermal imaging cameras at the Santa Maria volcano in Guatemala. A regular and systematic survey of dangerous volcanoes with drones seems to be close.
New double-contrast technique picks up small tumors on MRI
Early detection of tumors is extremely important in treating cancer. A new technique offers a significant advance in using magnetic resonance imaging to pick out even very small tumors from normal tissue.
A new critically endangered frog named after 'the man from the floodplain full of frogs'
A new species of a criticallyendangered miniaturized stump-toed frog of the genus Stumpffia found in Madagascar is named Stumpffia froschaueri after ''the man from the floodplain full of frogs'', Christoph Froschauer.
Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit Fails With First Rocket Launch After ‘Anomaly’ - But Is Already Preparing To Try Again
Virgin Orbit, a small satellite company that hopes to launch rockets to space from the wing of a plane, failed in its attempt to launch for the first time today – but says it is already building its next rocket to try again.
WHO Pauses Hydroxychloroquine Study Amid Concerns Over Drug’s Safety
The decision comes after a paper published in The Lancet found using the drug to treat coronavirus led to higher rates of death and heart issues.
The Event Horizon Of Truth
Whatever happens beyond an event horizon cannot be seen, and in many ways this can serve as an apt metaphor for how our seemingly infinite access to information is actually drowning us in a sea of misinformation right now, along with facts, breaking news, conspiracy theories and the like.
Aging In Place? A Check-In Device May Increase Safety And Security
Older adults who are aging in place can augment their level of safety and security by using a check-in device. The old-style devices had a button to press. Today you can use an app on your smart phone
Here Are The Parts Of The ‘Fortnite’ Map The Doomsday Countdown May Destroy For Season 3
The Fortnite Doomsday countdown is ticking down, and here's what a destroyed, flooded map could look like for season 3.
What Time Is The SpaceX Launch? How To Watch Wednesday’s NASA-SpaceX ‘Launch America’ From Home
Here's the SpaceX launch time as two US astronauts launch to the International Space Station (ISS) from US soil, and on a US rocket. This is where and when to watch history being made.
Why Orange Juice Sales Are On The Rise
For consumers who prefer to skip juicing an orange and fighting with the pulp in their kitchens, bottled orange juice is an easy and safe alternative. However, during the coronavirus outbreak, sales of orange juice are not increasing because of shoppers' desire for convenience.
Thousands Of Americans Flagrantly Violated CDC Social Distancing Guidelines This Memorial Day Weekend. Here Are The Worst Offenders
Memorial Day weekend 2020 offered millions of Americans their first taste of freedom and the chance to go to the beach in months. Tens of thousands of people put them—and the rest of summer—at risk by flaunting the rules
Breaking Through The Glass Ceiling - A Spring For Women In Artificial Intelligence
Many women have historically seen both AI and drug discovery as predominantly male professions.
Will A Tropical Weather System Delay Historic SpaceX Astronaut Launch This Week?
Will weather cooperate for the historic SpaceX launch carrying astronauts to space this week? Here's the latest.
‘Significant Advance’ In Detecting Small, Early-Stage Tumors On MRIs
Researchers celebrate creation of a new technique to pinpoint cancer.
To What Extent Does A Photograph Reveal The Truth About Someone’s Personality?
Two experiments confirm that a photograph reveals a great deal about a person's personality, although it does depend on how the photo was taken.
When Will America’s Last World War II Veterans Pass Away? [Infographic]
This Memorial Day, approximately 325,000 U.S. WWII veterans are still alive but their ranks are steady declining.
Doctors in London hospitals are using headsets from Microsoft to reduce the amount of staff coming into contact with COVID-19 patients
Doctors found they were able to reduce the number of staff coming into COVID contact by 80% using the HoloLens headsets.
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline
Russia denies that it has manipulated coronavirus data and maintains that its mortality rate from the virus is among the lowest in the world.
WHO announces it will temporarily suspend hydroxychloroquine trials for COVID-19 treatment
The study's steering committee met over the weekend, agreeing to suspend enrollment while gathering data about the safety and efficacy of the drug.
Virgin Orbit successfully dropped a rocket from a jumbo jet and ignited it, but its launch failed due to an 'anomaly'
Virgin Orbit's first rocket launch failed due to an unexplained problem after it had a "clean release" from the Cosmic Girl jumbo jet.
Two hairstylists in Missouri may have exposed more than 140 clients to the coronavirus, health officials say
The stylists worked at a Great Clips hair salon in Springfield, Missouri, between May 12 and May 20 while symptomatic.
A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody
Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died from COVID-19 on Sunday.
Heatwave likely to abate only after May 28; dust storm, thunderstorm expected on May 29-30: IMD
India News: Dust and thunderstorms are likely over several parts of north India on May 29-30, bringing the much-needed relief from the intense heatwave, the IMD s
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where Covid-19 is declining
Rest of World News: Countries where coronavirus infections are declining could still face an "immediate second peak" if they let up too soon on measures to halt the outbr
Migrants account for 60% of active Covid cases in UP
India News: Uttar Pradesh's Covid-19 cases crossed the 6,500-mark, with 229 fresh cases being reported in the past 24 hours. The state also recorded eight deaths,
Singapore reports lower number of 344 new coronavirus cases
Rest of World News: Out of the new infected cases, 340 are foreign workers residing in dormitories, the health ministry said. The rest four new cases are Singaporeans or
When flying pests raided Jaipur for a day
Most of the localities in Jaipur witnessed locust swarms on Monday morning. The pests, which entered Rajasthan from Pakistan on April 11, have been tr
ICMR sits on proposal to try Rs 5 arthritis drug in Covid cases
India News: The affordable and time-tested anti-inflammatory arthritis drug has the potential to prevent thousands of deaths due to Covid-19. Indomethacin has bee
Heatwave intensifies in northern India, Churu hottest at 47.5 deg C
India News: NEW DELHI: Heatwave conditions intensified in most of the northern states of India on Monday, with Churu in Rajasthan scorching at 47.
Did Japan just beat the coronavirus without lockdowns or mass testing?
Rest of World News: One widely shared list assembled 43 possible reasons cited in media reports range from a culture of mask-wearing and a famously low obesity rate to th
Turkey confirms 32 deaths, 1,141 new coronavirus cases
Middle East News: Fahrettin Koca also tweeted there were 1,141 new infections confirmed in the past 24 hours. The total number of infections has reached 156,827. Turkey
Record 6,767 new COVID cases in India in last 24 hours; death toll 3,867
Infection count now stands at 1,31,868; active cases 73,560 New Delhi, May 24 COVID-19 cases in India saw the biggest spike for the third consecutive day on Sunday with 6,767 new infections reported in the last 24 hours, taking the nationwide tally to 1,31,868, while the death toll due to the disease rose to 3,867 […]
Share your pandemic story
As stay at home restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic continue to loosen Interior Health is already gathering information to help learn from the experience and to prepare in case there is a next time.
Camping website crashing
UPDATE 8:20 a.m. While BC Parks opened its camping reservations site Monday morning, few people have been actually able to book a site.
Keeping on eye on facilities
With restrictions being lifted, the City of Pentiction is reminding visitors of parks, beaches and outdoor facilities to be aware of COVID-19 safety measures.
Change for long-term care?
The COVID-19 pandemic has shined a light on the grim realities at long-term care facilities and how seniors and people who cannot take care of themselves are living.
'We see you' people of KGH
The KGH Foundation announced its newest fundraising initiative today, the 'We See You' campaign.
12 new cases, 4 deaths
The provincial government have announced Monday 12 new coronavirus cases and four deaths in the past 48 hours.
Mayors conserve water
The Okanagan Basin Water Board's Okanagan WaterWise program has released a video of Okanagan mayors to show how they conserve water in their yards as part of the annual Make Water Work campaign.
City aims to slow streets
Vancouver is considering plans to repurpose 50 kilometres of roadway in an effort to create more space for restaurant patios and lines outside of businesses, as well as walking and cycling, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Last week for COVID survey
B.C. residents who haven't yet taken the province's COVID-19 survey have until May 31 to do so.
8 succumb to COVID-19 in a day, dist toll hits 272
On same day, 258 new cases were reported in Pune district, taking total to 5,694
Hospital makes +ve patient wait 3 hours
Bharati Vidyapeeth Hospital refused to admit patient even after cops’ requests; district collector issues protocol for hospitals with no beds
Trump threatens to pull RNC from Charlotte if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’
President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.
Family members grieving in silence during pandemic
She is holding on to the last words she heard from her father. They were to remain an entrepreneur and to keep making a difference. She now has advice for other families who are dealing with silence during this pandemic.
Nearly 15,000 North Carolina residents have recovered from COVID-19, NCDHHS says
In a Monday update, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reported that 14,954 patients are presumed to be recovered from COVID-19.
Clusters more likely as Ireland begins to re-open but it wouldn't 'necessarily mean things are not working'
Dr Tony Holohan said it’ll be up to health authorities to interpret data and explain it the public if cases begin to rise again.
Gran, 81, dies after two residents from care home ‘with 15 coronavirus deaths transferred to her home’
A HEARTBROKEN son has called for answers after a care firm transferred two residents with suspected coronavirus to his mum’s home. Gran Sylvia Williamson, 81, died on Sunday May 17 at Kenton …
Aldi checkout worker pays for Hamilton customer’s shopping after her card was declined
AN ALDI checkout worker generously paid for a Hamilton customer’s shopping after her card was declined. Store Assistant Julie at the Hamilton Aldi, Wellhall Wynd, came to the rescue when a shopper…
Covid-19: WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine over pending safety data
That’s after the Lancet published a study that said the drug, touted by US President Donald Trump as a treatment, was linked to an increased risk of death and heart ailments.The studies may resume if data warrants, Mike Ryan, head of the WHO’s health emergencies program, said at a briefing
India, Israel plan to jointly develop rapid testing tools for covid-19
DRDO and CSIR are likely to partner with Israel’s Directorate of R&D in its ministry of defence to develop the rapid testing tools.Israel recently claimed it had developed a monoclonal antibody that may ’neutralize’ SARS-CoV-2
China's 'Bat Woman' warns coronavirus is just tip of the iceberg
If we want to prevent human beings from suffering from the next pandemic, we must go in advance to learn of these unknown viruses carried by wild animals in nature and give early warnings, said Shi Zhengli, deputy director of Wuhan Institute of Virology
Two more covid-19 deaths in Karnataka, virus spreads to 29 out of 30 districts
Karnataka confirms 93 cases on Monday that takes the total number of active cases to 1,431
Covid-19: Recovery rate improves to 41.57%, says govt
A total of 57,720 people have been cured so far in India, says Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Maharashtra's Covid-19 count crosses 52,000-mark, death toll reaches 1,695
As many as 1,186 patients got discharged after recovering from the highly contagious disease today, taking the total number of recovered patients in the state to 15,786.On Sunday, the state recorded the biggest jump in the number of new cases in a single day with 3,041 new coronavirus patients
Coronavirus lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan
Hamirpur has reported the highest 63 virus cases while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now.The district magistrates of Hamirpur and Solan issued orders Monday extending the curfew in their areas up to June 30
Kerala reports 49 new covid-19 cases
The fresh covid-19 cases also include two prisoners.Hundreds of police personnel and a magistrate who were in contact with the two prisoners were put in home quarantine
India among 10 worst countries in COVID-19 cases, 11 areas account for 70% cases
India overtook Iran to become the 10th biggest hotspot of coronavirus infection worldwide.India recorded nearly 7,000 cases in last 24 hours
Coronavirus cases rise to 13,418 in Delhi; Arvind Kejriwal says situation under control
Most of the coronavirus patients in Delhi are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms.Over 500 people tested positive in the national capital in last 24 hours
Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
Crashed Pakistan plane's pilot ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude.Instead of lowering the altitude, the pilot responded by saying that he was satisfied
Maharashtra's Covid-19 count breaches 52,000-mark, over 1,000 deaths in Mumbai
In the state, death toll of covid-19 patients has now gone up to 1,695.Of the total cases, Mumbai alone reported 31,972 cases
Maharashtra creates jumbo medical centres as Covid-19 count crosses 50,000-mark
'A 30,000-bed Covid-19 care centre for those patients who do not have the capacity for self-isolation has been created in Mumbai,' said Uddhav.The current count of Covid-19 patients in the state of Maharashtra is 52,667
To combat COVID-19, India adopted Intelligent Testing Strategy, says ICMR
India has now 610 laboratories — 432 public and 178 private which are currently testing 1.1 lakh samples daily. The testing capacity has been increased to 1.4 lakh samples per day, which is being further raised to 2 lakh
Covid-19: Situation under control in Delhi, says Kejriwal
Kejriwal said despite the surge in cases in the past few days, hospitals are not stressed and a large number of beds remain unoccupied.Delhi has a recovery rate of approximately 48%
WHO warns of 'immediate second peak' in areas where Covid-19 is on a decline
WHO emergencies head Dr Mike Ryan said epidemics often come in waves, which means that outbreaks could come back later this year in places where the first wave has subsided
Coronavirus update: COVID-19 cases in India reach 1.38 lakh, nearly 7,000 new cases in last 24 hours
The number of deaths in India due to coronavirus infection has crossed 4,000.Maharashtra became the first state in India to confirm over 50,000 coronavirus cases
South Africa to lift ban on alcohol sales from June
The country had implemented one of the world's most stringent lockdowns after recording its first coronavirus-related death in March. The South African government banned the sale of tobacco and alcoho
US curbs travel from Brazil amid deepening coronavirus outbreak
The White House has announced a ban on travel to the United States from Brazil due to the spread of coronavirus in Latin America's hardest-hit country.
Egypt under fire over coronavirus deaths among healthcare workers
Egypt's medical union blamed the government for the rise in coronavirus infections and deaths among healthcare professionals, warning of a "complete collapse" of the country's health system.
As Coronavirus Cases Spike, More Patients In Mumbai Than Hospital Beds
More than a fifth of the India's coronavirus cases are in Mumbai.
B.C. government says sorry as camping reservation system overwhelmed
VICTORIA - The government website for British Columbia residents booking provincial campsites was overwhelmed on Monday, prompting an apology from the Minis
No exceptions: all B.C. drive-ins limited to 50 vehicles
All drive-ins are expected to restrict the number of vehicles to 50, including Enderby’s Starlight Drive-in.“It’s a challenging situation
Packed parks like Bellwoods avoidable with better communication, experts say
Images of a downtown Toronto park packed with young people seemingly flouting physical distancing guidelines designed to slow the spread of COVID-19 have dr
Accountability group calls for COVID-19 transparency, whistleblower protection
OTTAWA - An ad-hoc transparency group is calling on governments to make crucial records related to the COVID-19 pandemic open by default as a measure of acc
New overdose prevention app available in Interior Health region
The Provincial Health Services Authority has launched a new app aimed at preventing those who use illicit drugs while by themselves from overdosing.“T
Minds behind pandemic predicting algorithm already thinking about future beyond COVID-19
OTTAWA - The Canadian researcher who was among the first to predict the deadly spread of COVID-19 says the world needs to change the way it monitors for and
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
WASHINGTON - Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage unde
Salmon expected to begin arriving soon at Fraser River landslide: DFO
VANCOUVER - Parts of a pneumatic fish pump dubbed the "salmon cannon" have arrived at the site of a massive landslide along British Columbia's Fraser River,
How Germany contained the coronavirus
In addition to a properly funded health system, technological edge and decisive leadership, public trust played a key role.
NASA should beware of viruses from outer space
As the space agency prepares to bring home Martian soil samples, it needs to update its planetary-protection rules — and soon.
With wheat harvest over, Punjab registers spike in stubble burning
Moga district has seen the highest number of farm fire incidents at 1,179 so far
NGT appoints committee to investigate Manali gas leak
Wants panel to find out whether emission standard of ammonia in the plant was within the limits
Mobile dispensary screens 20,000 people for various ailments
The van was flagged off by District Collector C. Kathiravan on April 9.
Vigil stepped up in Srisailam reserve
Sequel to death of Royal Bengal Tiger in Prakasam district
Asymptomatic travellers can go home: Delhi govt.
It has issued norms for domestic journeys
High-risk wards flatten curve
However, wards with few cases initially record rise in infection
A ‘silver’ fish from Velankanni
The new freshwater species, Puntius sanctus, grows to only 7 cm
RIMS Director rebuts allegations
Staff upset with steps taken to streamline operations, he says
Clamour for transparency of testing data grows shriller
Our strategy is focused but not random, say Health officials
China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases vs 3 a day earlier
All of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas.
China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan
All of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas.
Coronavirus | Lockdown extended till June 30 in Himachal Pradesh’s Hamirpur, Solan
Hamirpur has reported the highest 63 virus cases while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now.
Wuhan uses sample pooling to conduct 6.57 million tests in 10 days
This includes a record 1.47 million tests on Saturday
Coronavirus | WHO suspends clinical trials of hydroxychloroquine over safety concerns
The Lancet study found that both drugs can produce potentially serious side effects, particularly heart arrhythmia.
More healthcare providers test positive for COVID-19 in Chennai
Doctors, nurses and paramedical staff among the worst-hit, say officials
Coronavirus | Low volume of cases but more affected areas
Health officials are looking out for some areas where there could be community transmission.
A year on, over 100 PG medical students caught in crossfire over stipend
They haven’t been paid from March 2019
Cases from other States hike toll in southern districts
Thoothukudi, Virudhunagar districts report 17 cases each
Kannur native’s death takes toll to 6
49 more test positive, majority of them imported cases
COVID-19 outbreak in city under control: CM
‘We are prepared for surge in cases’
Three more succumb to COVID in TS, 66 test positive
Three COVID-19 patients died in Telangana on Monday taking the toll to 56. This is the seventh consecutive day starting May 19 that Telangana is reporting COVID deaths. There was spike number of COVID
Father, son among four new COVID-19 patients in Kozhikode
They returned from Chennai on May 11 by a private vehicle
Coronavirus | Death toll mounts to 12 in Bihar
The State has so far reported 2,511 positive cases.
Spike in stubble burning incidents in Punjab
With wheat harvesting over in Punjab, the State has witnessed a spike in incidents of stubble burning against the last two years as several farmers continue to defy the ban on burning the crop residue
Coronavirus India lockdown Day 62 live updates | May 25, 2020
Data from Johns Hopkins University show that the total number of cases in India has surpassed that of Iran and India now has the 10th highest number of confirmed cases worldwide.
Bombay HC rejects plea seeking termination of 24-week foetus with Down Syndrome
33-year-old woman, pregnant with twins, had filed petition after learning one of the foetuses suffered from untreatable chromosomal anomaly which would cause substantial risk of mental or physical disability
Cases whittle down to 74 as 37 get discharged in Nellore
In a welcome development, 37 persons were discharged from hospital on recovery in SPSR Nellore district on Monday. As many as 15 patients, including 14 from the COVID-19 hotspot of Sullurpeta, were di
Do doctors have an uncircumscribed duty to serve?
If doctors have a duty to provide care then what about the value of reciprocity: does society not have a duty to support those who assume the burden to buttress the public good?
Nagari once again a red zone with five COVID-19 cases
Chittoor district reports six new cases
Residents’ protest forces BBMP to shift quarantine centre
They were supported by the local councillor
60 more die in Maharashtra, Mumbai death toll crosses 1,000
With 2,436 new cases, total COVID-19 cases in State reach 52,667
Insist on institutional quarantine for expats: IMA
Kerala govt. warned of losing the battle against virus
Three more cases in Pathanamthitta
Two men from Abu Dhabi and pregnant woman from Kuwait test positive
Coronavirus | Single-day spike continues its trend for the seventh day on Monday
6,977 new infections reported along with 154 deaths. Recovery rate also up, says Health Ministry
Expert team to probe pedal edema deaths in Chintoor
Health Minister promises all help to tribal people
Waste segregation units crop up on banks of Vrishabhavathi again
They allegedly burn waste at night, and also dump it along the banks of the river
Safety, hygiene concerns at COVID-19 centre in Ghatkopar
Patients recovering from virus, newly infected share rooms and bathing facilities, says inmate
Excavation work begins at Adichanallur, Sivakalai sites
Originally scheduled for March 15, the work was delayed due to lockdown
Three new COVID cases in Puducherry
Three more persons test positive for COVID-19 in Puducherry on Monday taking the tally to 32.While two cases were reported in Muthialpet, the third was detected in Reddiarpalayam.Health Minister Malla
Relief for fishermen as Centre lifts ban early
With 5,800 mechanised boats, State will benefit the most in south India
Mum gives birth in Lidl car park as shocked shoppers watch through window
Natasha Thomson, 33, from Horden, woke up with severe contractions five days before her child was due and immediately knew that she was going to give birth, prompting a trip to University Hospital of North Tees
Zoo could put down 300 animals as it only has enough cash to feed them for a week
Borth Wild Animal Kingdom owners Tracy and Dean Tweedy are facing the "last resort" - though council chiefs have already "lost confidence" following the deaths of numerous animals
Loyal dog waited at hospital for three months after owner died from coronavirus
Seven-year-old 'Xiao Bao' waited in the lobby at Taikang Hospital in Wuhan, after his elderly owner was admitted at the height of the coronavirus pandemic in February
BREAKING UK coronavirus death toll hits 29,812 as 77 more die in hospitals
The number of people who have lost their lives from Covid-19 while in clinical settings in the UK continues to grow, while the daily death rate from the disease is falling over time
UK coronavirus death toll increases by 121 to 36,793 as downward trend continues
The Department of Health confirmed that the UK's death toll has risen to 36,914 after a further 121 fatalities were confirmed in 24 hours
Diabetics may need to shield at home against coronavirus even after lockdown ends
Almost one in three people who died from Covid-19 in hospital had diabetes and sufferers are now considered one of the groups most vulnerable to the disease
Mum whose son died in lockdown blasts PM's defence of Cummings as 'offensive'
Louise Bennett, whose son Fred, 14, caught coronavirus during treatment for leukaemia, says Dominic Cummings' reasons for travelling from London to Durham "were not extraordinary circumstances" and his excuse "does not cut it"
Super-rare galaxy dubbed 'cosmic ring of fire' captured in incredible snap
Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have spotted a galaxy that is 11 billion light-years from the Solar System and makes stars 50 times the rate of the Milky Way.
Hospital forced to close A&E 'due to high number of patients with coronavirus'
The temporary stop at the A&E unit at Weston General Hospital in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, is being done as 'a precautionary measure' to 'maintain the safety of staff and patients'
'Bat Woman' scientist warns about fresh pandemic caused by viruses evolving
China-based Shi Zhengli said a study found that coronaviruses and bats may have co-evolved over time and experience selection pressure from each other resulting in a new threat
Dr Miriam Stoppard: 'No evidence' of children infecting teachers with coronavirus
A study from New South Wales, Australia, throws light on the vexed question of re-opening schools
As corona crisis eases, Israel opens for business again
Beaches, synagogues and shopping malls are now open, soon to be followed by restaurants, bars and hotels.
In the race for a coronavirus vaccine, first doesn’t mean best
A vaccine is seen as the Holy Grail of coronavirus research, but the first vaccine out to market may not be the one you want to take.
6 coronavirus vaccine developments from Israel to watch
Israeli companies and academies are working feverishly to invent effective inoculations against SARS-CoV-2.
6-year-old discovers rare 3,500-year-old tablet
The clay tablet from the Canaanite period depicts a man leading a humiliated captive. The boy who found it won a certificate of good citizenship.
Big 'atmospheric river' wallops Western Australia, heads east
The once-in-a-decade storm event battering and soaking large areas Western Australia sourced much of its moisture from a so-called "atmospheric river" that continues to head eastwards.
Library users turn to Australian authors as digital usage jumps
The annual Civica list of books borrowed from local libraries shows Australian writers are the most popular.
Fire season extends by almost four months in parts of Australia
The fire season in parts of eastern Australia has lengthened almost four months since the 1950s, with climate change a prominent driver in the trend, the Bureau of Meteorology says.
Queensland vet pinned up against wall after showing owner the bill
Veterinarian Dr Margie Bale said the pressures of working a clinical practice wears you down.
Pilot Of Crashed PIA Plane Ignored Warnings Thrice, Says Report
Security personnel stand beside the wreckage of a plane at the site after an aircraft crashed Karachi: The pilot of … Pilot Of Crashed PIA Plane Ignored Warnings Thrice, Says Report Read More »
Foldable Glass in Smartphones: Inevitable Future or a Passing Fad?
What is the future of foldable phones? We’ve been hearing about how flexile displays would be the future of smartphones … Foldable Glass in Smartphones: Inevitable Future or a Passing Fad? Read More »
Blockchain Adoption: China’s National People’s Congress and Parliament to Review DLT Fund Proposal
The National People’s Congress (NPC), China’s parliament and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference recently began conducting their annual
Opinion: Quarantine was supposed to buy Ontario time. The province squandered it
The government was supposed to develop robust testing, contact tracing and messaging
Parts of 'salmon cannon’ arrive soon at Fraser River landslide
Fish expected to come into a holding pond before they are boosted up river to their spawning grounds
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where COVID-19 declining – media
Many European countries and U.S. states have taken steps in recent weeks to lift lockdown measures.
White House goal on testing nursing homes for Covid-19 within 14 days unmet
Only a handful of states, including West Virginia and Rhode Island, have said they’ve already tested every nursing home resident.
As Covid-19 cases surge, US bans travellers from Brazil ‘to protect country’
Brazil had reported more than 3,47,000 Covid-19 cases, second behind the US in the number of infections, according to a Johns Hopkins University count.
Turkey records 29 deaths, 987 new Covid-19 cases
More than 120,000 people have recovered and people needing intensive care continued on a downward trend, according to the health ministry statistics.
Did Japan just beat coronavirus without lockdowns or mass testing?
Japan’s state of emergency is set to end with new cases of the coronavirus dwindling to mere dozens. It got there despite largely ignoring the default playbook.
US expands travel ban to Brazil, poised to cross 100,000 toll
The travel ban goes into effect from Friday and applies to immigrants and non-immigrants from Brazil, same as earlier orders suspending travelers from China, Iran, the Schengen area, the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Singapore reports 344 new Covid-19 cases
Out of the new infected cases, 340 are foreign workers residing in dormitories, the health ministry said.
WHO pauses trial of anti-malaria drug in Covid-19 patients due to safety concerns
The World Health Organization has suspended testing the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine in Covid-19 patients due to safety concerns, WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Monday.
Contract to begin works on flood defences in Dundalk and Blackrock set to be awarded - Talk of the Town
A contract is set to be awarded shortly to begin works on flood defences in the Dundalk/Blackrock South area. The tender process for similar works in Carlingford/Greenore is also expected to begin soon, according to an update from the Officer of Public Works to local TD Fergus O’Dowd. Following media reports last week that 11,248...Read More→
Nigeria fines UK airline for violating Covid-19 travel ban
Nigeria has fined a UK airline $3,300 for illegally running a passenger service into the country during the Covid-19 travel ban.
Covid-19: Kenya's cases soars further with 72 more cases
Seventy-two more patients have tested positive for Covid-19 in Kenya, raising the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 1,286.
English hospital shuts its doors as coronavirus cases surge
Boris Johnson’s government expected to announce further loosening of lockdown curbs
New study shows that one third of Irish people exercise every day
Independent research experts iReach have released findings from a survey they carried out prior to the Covid-19 restrictions in Ireland.
China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases vs three a day earlier
China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-May 24, up from three a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported. The commission said in a statement all of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas. Ten of the new cases were in
20 hikers were rescued from flooding in popular Virginia hike trail, fire official says
Emergency crews rescued 20 hikers on a Virginia trail who had been trapped since Sunday evening due to flash flooding.
UN virus therapy trial pauses hydroxychloroquine testing
The World Health Organization said Monday that it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine — the anti-malarial drug U.S. President Trump says he is taking — from its global study into experimental COVID-19 treatments, saying that its experts need to review all available evidence to date. In a press
A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody
Santiago Baten-Oxlag, an immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency, died from COVID-19 on Sunday.
The launch of SpaceX's rocket Falcon Heavy on June 25, 2019
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. -- commonly known as SpaceX -- is slated to send two astronauts into space on Wednesday. Fortunately the fourth launch -- that was the last money that we had -- the fourth launch worked, or that would have been it for SpaceX. Born in South Africa, Musk immigrated
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline
Russia denies that it has manipulated coronavirus data and maintains that its mortality rate from the virus is among the lowest in the world.
CDC warns of aggressive cannibal rats facing shortage of garbage to eat
Officials say rats have resorted to open warfare and eating their young as closures reduce edible waste * Coronavirus – latest global updatesThe US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has warned of “unusual or aggressive” behavior in American rats as a consequence of more than two months of human
WHO announces it will temporarily suspend hydroxychloroquine trials for COVID-19 treatment
The study's steering committee met over the weekend, agreeing to suspend enrollment while gathering data about the safety and efficacy of the drug.
Nasa SpaceX launch: What's the mission plan?
These are the key phases in the first crew mission to go to orbit from the US in nine years.
Called 'Tianwen', the Chinese mission will put a probe into orbit around Mars and land a rover to explore and analyse the planet's surface
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface of the red planet, the company in charge of the project has said. Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space programme in an effort to catch up with
Two hairstylists in Missouri may have exposed more than 140 clients to the coronavirus, health officials say
The stylists worked at a Great Clips hair salon in Springfield, Missouri, between May 12 and May 20 while symptomatic.
Virgin Orbit successfully dropped a rocket from a jumbo jet and ignited it, but its launch failed due to an 'anomaly'
Virgin Orbit's first rocket launch failed due to an unexplained problem after it had a "clean release" from the Cosmic Girl jumbo jet.
Alan Shepard, first US astronaut to travel to space, being collected by helicopter after his landing in the Atlantic Ocean on May 5, 1961
Here are key milestones in the history of crewed US spaceflights, which resume on May 27 with the first transport of US astronauts to the International Space Station for nine years. Less than a month later, on May 5, American Alan Shepard carries out a 15-minute suborbital flight aboard Mercury, launched
4th Phase of Fighting Covid-19 Launched
As Iran enters the fourth phase in its fight against the novel coronavirus, authorities further relaxed confinement measures but intensified health inspections and screenings.
Himachal Pradesh Extends Lockdown Till June 30 as COVID-19 Cases Cross 214-mark With 5 Deaths in The State
Authorities in the state extended the lockdown till June 30 in Solan and Hamirpur districts as these two places are the new epicentres of coronavirus in the state.
As Coronavirus Cases Cross 1.40 Lakh-mark, India Now Among 10 Worst-hit Countries, Surpasses Iran
The JHU data further stated that India is the tenth most-affected nation by the pandemic after US, Russia, UK, Spain, Italy, Brazil, Germany, Turkey and France.
Singapore Reports 344 COVID-19 Cases in 24 Hours, Nationwide Tally at 31,960
Singapore is gearing up for the end of its "circuit breaker" period next week, Channel News Asia reported on Monday.
Rajasthan Villagers Dig Water Reservoir to Ensure Thirsty Wild Animals Don't Stray Into Village
A group of around 35 people of Rajasthan's Pali village, situated in Jamavaramgarh tehsil, took part in the effort.
Oklahoma farmer leaves surprising gift to research
He was still driving the Ford truck he’d bought in 1986 when he died last summer in an accident on his Waynoka farm at the age of 78.
6-Year-Old Boy Discovers 3,500-Year-Old Tablet
The tablet depicts the scene of a man leading a captive. This is an important person, wearing a skirt, holding a captive man whose hands are tied behind his back.
SpaceX reaches for a milestone in spaceflight
On 27 May, two US astronauts are planning to launch from the Kennedy Space Centre on a mission to the International Space Station. What’s remarkable is they will not be launched by Nasa but by a private company.
WSSCC Names New Executive Director
GENEVA, May 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC) and UNOPS announce the appointment of Mr Domini...
Racial divide of coronavirus is real, so are innovations that can help
News about the novel coronavirus, which has now claimed over 90,000 American lives, is all around us. A subtext told in this reporting is the painful story of the pandemic’s devastating effect on people of color.
Coronavirus: Russia remains in lockdown as cases top 350,000
Russia's deaths-to-infections ratio is far lower than in other countries. Doctors and activists say the number of fatalities is much higher.
Immunity to coronaviruses may only last six months, says study
It casts doubt over the practicality of introducing "immunity passports", which some governments want to issue to COVID-19 survivors.
Protests in Berlin over government's lockdown response
Experts say that the demonstrations come from a variety of different political camps united by a shared distrust in the state
Seniors fitness trainer moves online as face-to-face demand disappears
An online keep-fit class aims to put fitness and friendship first for seniors across the region.
Council bosses still deciding fate of bonfire displays in Black Country
Council bosses are still deciding over whether bonfires will go ahead in the Black Country.
Huge increase in demand for Walsall befriending service
A community befriending service says it has seen a huge increase in demand due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Covid-19 tests and PPE to be delivered to island via drone
The deliveries, which usually involve a 45-minute ferry crossing, will be cut to around 15 minutes.
Survey launched over lifestyle changes amid lockdown
A survey has been launched over how people's lifestyles in the Black Country have changed over the past three months.
Could the Black Country become a cycling Yamsterdam?
As cycling becomes more popular amid the pandemic, could the Black Country become a Yamsterdam?
Plans for retirement village on former landfill site rejected
Plans to build dozens of retirement homes on a former landfill site have been unanimously thrown out by councillors.
LPG filling station approved
Councillors approved a planning application to convert a vacant car sales yard into a liquid petroleum gas filling station.
No vaccine before end of year, claims Birmingham health chief
People should not expect a coronavirus vaccine to be found until the end of the calendar year "at the absolute earliest", Birmingham's director of public health has said.
Three more coronavirus deaths in region but IT problem means cases unreported for 10 hours
A further three coronavirus patients have been confirmed to have died in hospitals across the Black Country, Birmingham and Staffordshire.
Coronavirus News: New York provides death benefits for public heroes who died from COVID-19
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Monday that state and local governments will provide death benefits for public heroes who died from COVID-19 during the coronavirus pandemic.
WHO pauses hydroxychloroquine study due to safety concerns
The WHO said that it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine-the malaria drug U.S. President Trump said he is taking-from its global study into experimental coronavirus treatments, saying that its experts need to review all available evidence to date.
Virgin Orbit's First Test Launch Falls Short of Orbit
Virgin Orbit's first launch of the LauncherOne rocket failed to reach orbit immediately after release from the carrier jet. Elon Musk expressed his sympathies.
WHO Halts Hydroxychloroquine COVID-19 Trials Citing Safety Concerns
The WHO placed a temporary halt on tests of the controversial COVID-19 coronavirus treatment hydroxychloroquine on Monday, citing growing safety concerns described in a study spanning six continents.
How The Stage Was Set For The Pandemic’s Great Digital Shift
The pandemic has spurred a great shift to digital, but the foundation was already in place, underpinning consumer behaviors that seem poised for permanence.
WHO temporarily halts hydroxychloroquine, chloroquine trials for coronavirus treatment pending safety review
The World Health Organization said it will temporarily halt global trials of hydroxychloroquine – the malaria drug President Trump said he is taking to prevent coronavirus infection – and chloroquine after a study showed that hospitalized coronavirus patients taking the drugs have a higher mortality rate.
Baby gorilla at Seattle zoo badly injured in family skirmish
SEATTLE -- A baby gorilla was badly injured at a Seattle zoo on Saturday when he was caught in a skirmish between his family group members, zookeepers said.
Georgia teen becomes youngest in the state to die from coronavirus
A 17-year-old Georgia boy has died from the coronavirus, becoming the youngest person in the state to be killed by the disease, officials announced on Sunday.
SpaceX’s first astronaut launch breaking ground with new look: ‘It is really neat’
The first astronauts launched by SpaceX are breaking new ground for style by unveiling hip spacesuits, gull-wing Teslas and even a sleek rocketship with a black and white trim.
Window to file for government health insurance approaching for coronavirus filers
Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
Idiot poses INCHES from death as he walks around edge of unstable 400ft cliff
THIS is the moment an idiot was millimetres from death at a popular beauty spot as he walked around the very edge of an unstable 400-foot cliff. The heart-stopping moment was captured today at the …
One-year-old baby strangled to death by bedroom blind cord as coroner issues urgent alert saying more will die
A CORONER issued an urgent alert after a one-year-old baby was strangled to death by a bedroom blind cord. Tragic tot Rifky Grossberger stood up in her cot and became entangled in the looped cable.…
Trump threatens to withdraw US membership from the World Health Organisation within a month
Government and Politics » US President Donald Trump has threatened to withdraw his country's membership permanently from the World Health Organization and cut its funding unless
Corona affects more than 5.5 million people worldwide
Health » The global epidemic of coronavirus (COVID-19) is on the rise, with more than 5.5 million people infected worldwide, compared to 3.47 million so far, have
New wave of cholera cases hits Turkana West
Governor Nanok said all the cases have been contained and no deaths recorded.
Madagascar sends troops, doctors after bodies found in streets
The Indian Ocean island nation has registered 527 infections and two deaths, both in Toamasina.
Nyamira mob attack, injure woman over husband’s death
The body of Jackson Ong’era, 62, was discovered in River Kuja on Sunday.
Thailand enters race for Covid-19 vaccine
At least eight vaccines are in clinical trials with humans
Covid-19: 72 more test positive - VIDEO
Turkana becomes the latest county to record a case as the virus continues its march across the country.
Ethiopia records highest daily virus cases
Thirteen are said to have travel history from abroad.
Trudeau to push for 10 days paid sick leave for all Canadians; Tory apologizes for not wearing a mask in Trinity Bellwoods
Follow the latest Toronto news on coronavirus
Galaxy Watch Active2’s ECG monitoring cleared in South Korea
There is no new Galaxy Watch model that will be introduced anytime soon but for those who own the Galaxy Watch Active2, we have some good news. The ECG feature of the smartwatch has just been clear…
PHOTOS: One dead, many injured as fire razes IDP camp in Borno
One person has been confirmed dead, while many persons sustained injuries during a fire outbreak at the Muna Albadawy camp for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Borno state. According to
COVID-19 cases in Nigeria double almost every week — but there is good news
Cases of COVID-19 have at least doubled almost every week since the outbreak of the disease in Nigeria back in February, TheCable
85-year-old ex-DG of Imo Broadcasting Corporation ‘stabs wife to death’
Theophilus Okere, a former director-general of the Imo Broadcasting Corporation (IBC), allegedly stabbed his wife to death at Imerinwe community in the Ngor-Okpala local government area of Imo on Monday. Aged
COVID-19: We don’t have money to import food, says Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari says Nigeria no longer has money to import food due to the impact of the COVID-19 on the nation’s economy...
Over 3,000 COVID-19 cases in two weeks as Nigeria’s toll exceeds 8,000
Nigeria’s COVID-19 toll exceeded 8,000 on Monday, with more than 3,000 cases recorded within two weeks. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) confirmed 229 new COVID-19 cases on Monday,
Coronavirus Outbreak: India's death toll tops 4,000-mark; case tally crosses 1.38 lakh; highest spike yet
As many as 6,977 new COVID-19 cases and 154 deaths were reported in the country in the last 24 hours
Coronavirus in India LIVE: Death toll tops 4,000-mark; case tally crosses 1.38 lakh
All domestic flights are also set to resume in India from today
Dust, thunderstorms in parts of north India on May 29-30 likely to bring relief from heatwaves
People living in north India are likely to get some relief as IMD has predicted dust and thunderstorms over several parts of north India on May 29-30.
Wheat procurement by govt agencies surpassed last year's figures
It surpasses last year's total by about 25,000 tons.
Ghaziabad to seal borders with Delhi from Tuesday amid rising COVID-19 cases in capital
Concerned by the spike in COVID-19 cases, Ghaziabad has decided to seal its borders with Delhi.
COVID-19 situation in Delhi under control, no unusual rise in cases due to relaxations: Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal has said that his government has managed to keep the situation in Delhi under control.
FG evacuates 69 Nigerians stranded in Lebanon – Onyeama
The Federal Government has repatriated 69 Nigerians from Lebanon, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, said on Monday.
‘Violating interstate movement ban dangerous to COVID-19 fight’
The Enugu State Government has insisted that violating or assisting anyone to evade the interstate movement restriction, was unlawful and has contributed
COVID-19 cases rise to 183 in Ogun State
The state’s governor, Dapo Abiodun, stated this while briefing the press on the activities of the government to curb further spread of the pandemic. He said that on one single day, there was a record of 25 new cases.
Group decries depletion of forest reserves
A Non-governmental organisation, International Support Network for African Development said, lockdown has made people to resort to forest reserve for firewood for cooking, and undermine nature conservation, biodiversity and causing deforestation.
‘Biodiversity protection key to post-COVID-19 recovery’
In a bid to recover greener and better planet for the people, the Minister of State for Environment, Mrs Sharon Ikeazor has stressed the need for stakeholders in the sector and Nigerians to stay on track with the climate targets.
China space programme targets July launch for Mars mission
China is targeting a July launch for its ambitious plans for a Mars mission which will include landing a remote-controlled robot on the surface
Farmers lament harassment by security officers, donate 60,000 eggs to Lagos
The Feed Industry Practitioners Association of Nigeria (FIPAN) has called on security agencies in the country to implement the curfew with a human face across the country. The body made this known at the weekend when it donated 60,000 eggs ...
Top Egypt medical union warns of health system ‘collapse’
Egypt's top medical union on Monday warned of a "complete collapse" of the country's health system, accusing the health ministry of negligence
Akwa Ibom decries absence of COVID-19 test centre
Governor Udom Emmanuel at the weekend regretted that in spite of Akwa Ibom’s ‘25 per cent’ contribution to Nigeria’s revenue, the Federal Government was yet to prioritise setting a COVID-19 test centre in the state.
85-year-old ex-IBC Director-General stabs wife to death
A former Director-General of the Imo Broadcasting Corporation (IBC), Mr Theophilus Okere, allegedly stabbed his wife to death early on Monday at Imerinwe community in the Ngor-Okpala Local Government Area of Imo.
Makinde, others laud facility managers’ role in COVID-19 crisis
The Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has lauded facility managers for their contributions to health, safety and productivity of people during ongoing CoVID-19 crisis. Makinde noted that as with governance, people hardly commend facilities managers when things are going right, but immediately the ‘ball drops’, everyone remembers their roles. The Governor stated this during the […]
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19, says CMD
Authorities of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, have confirmed one case of the coronavirus at the hospital.
Anxiety as Bonny residents await NCDC report
Anxiety has heightened in Bonny Island of Rivers State, as residents await the report of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) inquiring the recent 13 deaths in the community.
WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 treatment
The World Health Organization said Monday it had "temporarily" suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloriquine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 being carried out across
Rwanda becomes first African country to unfold new Paris agreement climate plan
Despite being one of the poorest countries in the world, and contributing hardly anything to the current climate crisis, Rwanda has become one of the first countries to submit a new national climate plan, which will strengthen global efforts to tackle climate change ahead of the 16th Conference of Parties (COP26).
‘How my pregnant wife died of neglect at Epe General Hospital’
Life will not remain the same for Mr. Taiwo Ayobami, who lost his wife, Oluremi during childbirth at Epe General Hospital, Lagos State on April 15, 2020 over alleged neglect by health workers. The deceased was a level 9 officer of the Lagos State Ministry of Education, teaching mathematics at Epe Senior Grammar School.
WHO temporarily suspends hydroxychloriquine trials
The World Health Organization says it had temporarily suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for Covid-19 being carried out across a range of countries as a precautionary measure.
1m versus 2m: What experts say about social distancing
An abundance of caution will be cited by some for the two metre rule. Others argue it is too restrictive and not based on an official WHO/ECDPC position.
Spain revises virus death toll down by nearly 2,000
Spain's government today revised downward the country's death toll from the coronavirus by nearly 2,000, bringing the total number of deaths recorded to 26,834.
Vehicle knocks down power pole on Highway 4 near Port Alberni
A man and a woman were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries Monday when the all-terrain vehicle they were riding left a logging road near the foot of Mount Washington.“It looks . . .
Two injured in ATV accident near Mount Washington base
A man and a woman were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries Monday when the all-terrain vehicle they were riding left a logging road near the foot of Mount Washington. “It looks . . .
More than 313,000 have completed B.C.’s COVID-19 survey; one week left to take part
There’s a week left to tell the province your experiences and needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. So far, more than 313,000 people have taken part, said provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry. . .
Nanaimo seniors care home to remain under Island Health's control for now
Island Health has extended its daily management of a privately owned Nanaimo seniors home until at least the end of July.Susan Abermann was appointed administrator of the 150-bed Nanaimo’s . . .
Rocket arrives as China targets July for Tianwen-1 Mars mission launch
China is gearing up to launch its Tianwen-1 Mars mission following the delivery of a Long March 5 launch vehicle to Wenchang launch center.
SpaceX overcame parachute, thruster problems in Crew Dragon development
To get a new, state-of-the-art spacecraft ready to carry astronauts, SpaceX and NASA had to overcome problems with a technology more than a century old.
Coronavirus: No new deaths reported in Republic for first time since March
There have been no new coronavirus deaths reported to health officials in the past 24 hours.59 n...
As Covid-19 rages, Mumbai ramps up health infrastructure
Data released by the state public health department on Sunday on dedicated Covid hospitals showed the citys oxygen-supported beds and isolation beds have gone up three times, thanks to new ‘jumbo makeshift facilities set up in the citys exhibition grounds. The number of oxygen-supported beds has gone up from 1,413 on May 12 to 4,508 on May 24.
Nepal to widen scope of COVID-19 testing as cases surge: PM K P Sharma Oli
Nepal on Monday registered its highest single-day spike in the coronavirus cases with 79 new infections, taking the total COVID-19 tally to 682 in the country.
Ready to deal with situation if there is spike in cases of coronavirus: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal said the situation is still under control in Delhi, even after several relaxations were given in the fourth phase of COVID-19-induced lockdown.
More patients than beds in Mumbai as India faces surge in virus cases
For years, India's booming private hospitals have taken some of the strain off the country's underfunded and dilapidated public health network, but the ordeal of Parikh's family suggests that as coronavirus cases explode in India, even private facilities are at risk of being overrun.
US limits travel from Brazil amid worsening coronavirus outbreak
Brazil has the second-highest number of confirmed coronavirus infections in the world — trailing only the United States — with more than 350,000 cases and 22,700 deaths.
Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report
The Airbus A-320 from Lahore to Karachi was 15 nautical miles from the Jinnah International Airport, flying at an altitude of 10,000 feet above the ground instead of 7,000 when the Air Traffic Control (ATC) issued its first warning to lower the plane's altitude, Geo News quoted an ATC report as saying.
Bihar to install oxygen pipeline system in sub-divisional hospitals
The state government is also set to place an order for medicine supplies for the next two years including 3.5 million strips of hydroxychroloquine tablets, besides procuring walk-in-kiosks like Kerala for all its district hospitals to take Covid-19 samples from patients.
Embattled Michigan governor in hot water over hubby’s boat request
The governor of Michigan — whose strict coronavirus lockdown policies have caused infamous revolts in the state — is taking heat after her husband appeared to have flouted some of her own
Here’s what gyms will look like after the coronavirus
Your regular sweat seshes are about to look very different.
101-year-old WWII vet, daughter beat coronavirus together at Maryland nursing home
A 101-year-old World War II veteran and his 73-year-old daughter — who live at the same Maryland nursing home — were able to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend together after both beating the
17-year-old boy becomes Georgia’s youngest coronavirus victim
A 17-year-old boy has become the youngest to die of coronavirus in Georgia, officials have revealed. The unidentified teen was listed Sunday as part of the Georgia Emergency Management Agency’s
Iditarod champ Thomas Waerner stranded in Alaska due to coronavirus issues
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Thomas Waerner won this year’s Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in March, but he is still waiting to return to his home in Norway. Waerner and his 16 dogs have been stranded in
Boys let black widow bite them in hopes of turning into Spider-Man
Three young Bolivian brothers were hospitalized after getting a black widow spider to bite them — thinking it would turn them into Spider-Man, according to officials. The Marvel-loving siblings
Climate change ‘killing far more people than we record’, experts warn
Official death records are not reflecting the actual amount of deaths caused by the climate crisis, according to a new study. A team of Australian health experts claim there is a “substantial
China’s ‘bat woman’ researcher warns coronavirus is just ‘tip of iceberg’
China’s “bat woman” researcher warns that the deadly coronavirus surfacing now is “just the tip of the iceberg” in terms of what humans may soon face without a global
State trooper helps rescue 8 baby ducks trapped in storm drain
A kindhearted state trooper helped reunite eight baby ducks with their mother after they fell into a storm drain in Massachusetts, authorities said. Massachusetts State Trooper Jim Maloney spotted the
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — It’s back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style “Right Stuff” capsule. Make no mistake: This is not your father’s — or
Astronomers discover donut-shaped ‘cosmic ring of fire’ in early universe
Astronomers have captured images of a rare type of galaxy dubbed a “cosmic ring of fire” that existed about 11 billion years ago, according to a study published Monday. The galaxy, called
Elon Musk’s SpaceX poised to make history with first private manned launch to orbit
Elon Musk’s SpaceX makes history on Wednesday — going where no private enterprise has gone before with the first nongovernment launch of humans into orbit. The Crew Dragon capsule atop a Falcon 9
More Americans turning to anxiety medication amid coronavirus pandemic
Health-research firm IQVIA found that prescriptions for anti-anxiety drugs spiked 10.2 percent in March, to 9.7 million, compared with 8.8 million during the same month last year.
Muslim family fed others every day while fasting for Ramadan
Hamza Deib’s family was forced to close its restaurants when business dropped by 90 percent during the coronavirus pandemic — but that didn’t mean they stopped serving others. Deib,
Baby gorilla suffers skull fracture in family fight at Seattle zoo
A baby gorilla at a Washington state zoo suffered a skull fracture when it got caught in the middle of a family brawl. The “skirmish” that left 2 1/2-month-old Kitoko badly injured unfolded
NYC woman sues Harlem nursing home after dad dies from coronavirus
A Manhattan woman says her dad died from coronavirus in a Harlem nursing home because it failed to implement basic health guidelines including not stopping loved ones from visiting the facility until
COVID-19: Health minister issues ‘new normal’ guidelines for workplaces
In a ministerial decree issued on Saturday, Terawan detailed how offices and manufacturers should operate during the large-scale social restrictions (PSBB).
China space program targets July launch for Mars mission
Beijing has invested billions of dollars in its space program in an effort to catch up with its rival the United States and affirm its status as a major world power.
Indonesia looks to domestic innovations to tackle COVID-19
Indonesia is striving to tackle the COVID-19 outbreak with domestically produced innovations, but researchers say the government may face roadblocks in the mass production of such products because of the absence of pro-innovation policies.
Thailand enters global race for vaccine with trials on monkeys
More than 100 candidate vaccines are currently in various stages of development around the world, at least eight of which are in clinical trials with humans, according to the World Health Organization.
Amazing photographs reveal a rare white starling standing out in a murmuration
'It could be sticking with the group for protection'
First white storks born in Britain for 600 years peer out of their nest for the first time
Baby birds were born earlier this month as a result of the White Stork Project
Seven more people die with coronavirus in Wales taking total to 1,274
Meanwhile, the number of cases of the virus in Wales since the outbreak began has increased by 106 to reach 13,415
No new coronavirus deaths announced in Liverpool hospitals
A welcome reprieve for the city, although other areas in Merseyside recorded new deaths
Mental health app downloads up 30% during pandemic, questions raised over their effectiveness
As reported by CNBC, nearly half of US citizens said the pandemic was harming their mental wellbeing back in April. With shelter-in-place rules prohibiting in-person therapy sessions, many turned to their smartphones for help, rather than opt for a virtual…
SpaceX’s First-Ever Crewed Spacecraft To Officially Launch This Month
The momentous launch is set on 27 May 2020.
Officials: 2 church services sources of virus outbreaks
As Gov. Gavin Newsom prepares to release plans for how religious institutions can reopen in California during the coronavirus pandemic, health officials announced that two church services that were held without authorization have been sources of outbreaks.
1,38,845 coronavirus cases, 4021 deaths; highest-ever spike of 6,977 cases
The number of active Covid-19 cases climbed to 77,103 while 57,720 people have recovered and one patient has migrated
Forensic experts suspect foul play in Warangal well deaths
The forensic expert said that the seven of nine people had scratch injuries and appeared to have been
How Kerala flattened the curve, lowest death rates: Health minister Shailaja explains
Health department constituted 18 expert groups in training health care staff for detailed stock-taking of beds, equipment in each hospital
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000
All 50 states in the US have relaxed coronavirus restrictions to some degree
Delhi records 13,418 covid cases, CM Kejriwal says situation is still under control
Delhi government directed private hospitals with a capacity of 50 beds to reserve 20% of their total bed strength for coronavirus patients
Our planet’s heart is watery
The core might contain Earth’s biggest reservoir as a result of hydrogen moving into the early planet’s centre.
A long-forgotten Kildare captured in archives in National Library
Photographs of life in County Kildare have been digitised and are now freely available online from the National Library of Ireland (NLI). As part of a new initiative entitled Around The Island, the li...
Kildare bog workers join fire services to battle blaze in Donadea
Second large fire this weekend
French nursing homes employees take to streets in protest
Facing anger from healthcare workers, President Emmanuel Macron promised a "massive" investment plan for France's public health sector.
Library users turn to Australian authors as digital usage jumps
The annual Civica list of books borrowed from local libraries shows Australian writers are the most popular.
Fire season extends by almost four months in parts of Australia
The fire season in parts of eastern Australia has lengthened almost four months since the 1950s, with climate change a prominent driver in the trend, the Bureau of Meteorology says.
Galactic ring of fire gives scientist clues about the early universe
Australian astronomers have found evidence of a colossal collision in the infancy of the universe which sheds new light on how galaxies form.
Branson's Virgin Orbit launch bid fails
"We've confirmed a clean release from the aircraft. However, the mission terminated shortly into the flight," Virgin Orbit said.
Queensland vet pinned up against wall after showing owner the bill
Veterinarian Dr Margie Bale said the pressures of working a clinical practice wears you down.
Virus strands Norway racer in Alaska after Iditarod win
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Thomas Waerner won this year’s Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in March, but he is still waiting to return to his home in Norway.
Packed parks like Bellwoods avoidable with better communication, experts say
Images of a downtown Toronto park packed with young people seemingly flaunting physical distancing guidelines designed to slow the spread of COVID-19 have drawn sharp criticism from both politicians and the public.
Some visit Mississippi attractions as COVID-19 rules ease
BILOXI, Miss. — With water parks and amusement parks reopen in Mississippi, visitors at one Gulf Coast attraction said they believed they were safe from coronavirus infection.
Germany divided over plans to nix rules despite outbreaks
BERLIN — A spat is brewing between Germany’s federal government and state governors over plans by some regional leaders to end pandemic-related restrictions despite fresh clusters of cases across the country.
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — It’s back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style “Right Stuff” capsule.
AP FACT CHECK: Faulty Trump claims on virus drug, vote fraud
WASHINGTON — When President Donald Trump doesn’t like the message, he shoots the messenger.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
WASHINGTON — Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
Northwest cherry crops facing disease and decreased harvest
PORTLAND, Ore. — Cherry industry officials in Oregon and Washington state estimate a tree infection has substantially depleted the fruit for this year’s harvest.
S. Korea striving to break club-linked transmission chain
South Korean health officials are trying to break the chain of transmission tied to cluster infections in Seoul's nightlife district of Itaewon as the country grapples with related sporadic outbreaks across the country. The country reported 16 new COVID-19 cases, including 13 local infections, raising the total coronavirus caseload to 11,206, according to the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC). ...
N.S. reports 1 new COVID-19 case for 3rd day in a row; 974 people recovered
For the third day in a row, Nova Scotia is reporting only one new case of COVID-19, and only one long-term care facility now has active cases of the virus.
U.S. Imposes Travel Restrictions On Brazil Due To COVID-19
The entry ban affects foreigners who have been in Brazil 14 days preceding their entry into US territory.
Virus casts shadow on Eid as cases surge by daily record; deaths top 500
The COVID-19 outbreak has put a further damper on muted Eid-ur-Fitr celebrations in Bangladesh after another 1,975 people tested positive for the infection, the most for a single day, taking the official caseload to 35,585..
WHO pauses trial of hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19 patients due to safety concerns
The World Health Organisation has suspended testing the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19 patients due to safety concerns, WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Monday.
US bans flights from Brazil, where pandemic is raging
The United States, citing Brazil’s surging coronavirus crisis, has banned flights from the nation, delivering a blow to its embattled leader, who has tried to use his warm relations with President Donald Trump to bolster his political standing.
US CDC warns of ‘aggressive’ rats searching for food during shutdowns
Humans are not the only ones who miss dining out.
Americans pass pandemic holiday on beaches, in parks as death toll nears 100,000
Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, but the occasional person wearing a mask was a constant reminder that the world is still battling the coronavirus pandemic.
WHO warns of ‘second peak’ in areas where COVID-19 declining
Countries where coronavirus infections are declining could still face an "immediate second peak" if they let up too soon on measures to halt the outbreak, the World Health Organisation said on Monday.
India sees biggest spike in COVID-19 with 6,977 cases
India registered biggest single day spike of COVID-19 cases for the fourth consecutive day on Monday with 6,977 new infections
Andhra Pradesh: Giant Flying Squirrel Spotted in Maredumilli forest
In rare photographic evidence ever found in two Telugu states, a seasoned birder from Andhra Pradesh has captured an Indian
White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil
President Donald Trump on Sunday further limited travel from the world's coronavirus hotspots by denying entry to foreigners coming from Brazil.
Jobs galore under afforestation drive in Telangana
Forest Department has undertaken afforestation work by digging staggered trenches, dovetailing employment guarantee scheme to provide employment to workers.
Covid-19: 62 new cases, three deaths in Telangana on Monday
Hyderabad: Health authorities on Monday reported 62 new covid-19 positive cases and three fatalities.
COVID-19: 69 new cases in Karnataka, death toll increases to 43
A 55-year-old woman from Bengaluru Rural became the 43rd COVID-19 casualty in Karnataka as the state reported 69 new cases of coronavirus, taking the total number of infections to 2,158.
Counter Covid with caution
The last few days have witnessed a lot of travel happening between districts and even inter-State, as people of all walks of life
Strawberry-banana milkshake moth wins over netizens
Sometimes you can appreciate the beauty of Mother Nature sitting right in your home. That’s what happened with Twitter user Rebecca
COVID-19 cases in Assam cross 400-mark
The number of coronavirus cases in Assam rose to 427 on Monday after 35 more people tested positive for the disease, state Health and Family Welfare Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.
Further four deaths and 57 new cases of coronavirus
A further four people who had been diagnosed with Covid-19 have died.
Firms beg for social distancing guidelines to be eased
The Government is under mounting pressure to relax social distancing guidelines as the retail and hospitality sectors warn of thousands of permanent job losses unless the two-metre rule is changed.
WHO Covid-19 expert claims two-metre distance 'safe 99% of time' and masks will be 'big issue'
The World Health Organisation's (WHO) Special Envoy on Covid-19, Dr David Nabarro, has said the two-metre guidance to stop the transmission of Covid-19 'keeps you safe 99% of the time'.
Europe threatens legal action over aviation whistleblower body
The European Commission has threatened the Irish government with legal action over the State’s failure to designate a body to receive reports from whistleblowers about safety concerns in the aviation sector.
Varadkar hails ‘day of hope’ as no new Covid-19 deaths reported
The last day when no death was reported in Ireland was on March 21.
Locals protest over hedgerow cutting – in National Biodiversity Week
Council workers moved on to cut grass only
New Zealand to further ease restrictions; global infections top 5.5M
May 25 (UPI) -- As global infections surpassed 5.5 million on Monday, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the limit on gatherings will be expanded to 100 people by the week's end.
NASA astronauts will test new SpaceX capsule, execute spacewalks
ORLANDO, Fla., May 25 (UPI) -- Astronauts heading to space from U.S. soil for the first time in nine years will test SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule and perform spacewalks on the International Space Station.
'Aggressive' rats on rise after restaurant shutdowns, CDC says
May 25 (UPI) -- Federal health authorities warned that rats may exhibit "unusual or aggressive" behavior because they have been cut of from food waste due to coronavirus-related closures of restaurants nationwide.
WHO warns of 'immediate second peak' if restrictions eased too soon; global cases near 5.5M
May 25 (UPI) -- Amid a rash of countries and regions the globe over moving to reopen their economies and lift their people out from under lockdown measures, the World Health Organization on Monday warned there could be an "immediate second peak" of the coronavirus before there is a second wave.
WHO suspends trials of hydroxychloroquine, citing safety
May 25 (UPI) -- The World Health Organization announced Monday it was temporarily pausing international medical trials involving the malarial drug hydroxychloroquine, which was touted by U.S. President Trump as a possible cure for COVID-19.
Japan lifts state of emergency in Tokyo; global cases near 5.5M
May 25 (UPI) -- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday lifted a state of emergency in Tokyo as the rate of new cases declined.
Virgin Orbit terminates rocket launch after releasing it over the Pacific
May 25 (UPI) -- Virgin Orbit said it terminated the launch of a demonstration rocket Monday afternoon shortly after its release from the wing of a 747 jet over the Pacific Ocean.
Fury as youths spotted spitting and vandalising social distancing sign
Residents near Fens Pool Nature Reserve have slammed the 'disgusting' behaviour
Eaton Canyon hiking trails closed after too many show up, ignore social distancing
Eaton Canyon in Altadena, a popular spot for hiking, had to shut down again Sunday after too many hikers showed up, causing neighborhood parking problems and ignoring social distancing rules.
How to throw a virtual party for Wednesday's historic launch with space food
Check out the guide Space Center Houston created to host the ultimate virtual watch party. 🚀👨🚀
WHO pauses hydroxychloroquine study due to safety concerns
Other treatments in the study, including the experimental drug remdesivir and an HIV combination therapy, are still being pursued.
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline
Russia recorded its highest daily spike in coronavirus deaths on Sunday as its number of new daily cases appears to be on the decline.
WHO announces it will temporarily suspend hydroxychloroquine trials for COVID-19 treatment
The World Health Organization will temporarily suspend enrollment in hydroxychloroquine trials in a study of four treatment options for COVID-19, the WHO announced Monday in a press conference.
Virgin Orbit successfully dropped a rocket from a jumbo jet and ignited it, but its launch failed due to an ‘anomaly’
After postponing its long-awaited rocket launch by a day, Virgin Orbit’s LauncherOne rocket had a successful release from a jumbo jet.
Two hairstylists in Missouri may have exposed more than 140 clients to the coronavirus, health officials say
A Great Clips hair salon in Springfield, Missouri, has become a potential hot spot of COVID-19 transmission after two hairstylists came into work while symptomatic, potentially exposing more than 140 people to the virus, according to local officials.
A second immigrant has died from COVID-19 while in ICE custody
An immigrant in custody of the US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency died of COVID-19 complications on Sunday, marking the second death related to the novel coronavirus among people in ICE detainment.
WHO pauses trial of hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19 patients due to safety concerns
GENEVA (Reuters) - The World Health Organization has suspended testing the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19 patients due to safety concerns, WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Monday.
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where COVID-19 declining
GENEVA (Reuters) - Countries where coronavirus infections are declining could still face an “immediate second peak” if they let up too soon on measures to halt the outbreak, the World Health Organization said on Monday.
COVID-19 deaths in Sweden top 4,000: Public Health Agency
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - The death toll from the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in Sweden has topped 4,000, statistics published by the Public Health Agency showed on Monday.
Chile's hospitals under strain as coronavirus cases near 70,000, president says
SANTIAGO (Reuters) - Chile’s healthcare system is under strain and “very close to the limit,” President Sebastian Pinera said on Sunday, as the number of confirmed novel coronavirus infections approaches 70,000 after a rapid increase in recent days.
More patients than beds in Mumbai as India faces surge in virus cases
MUMBAI/NEW DELHI (Reuters) - When Manit Parikh’s mother tested positive for the new coronavirus, she was rushed by ambulance to Mumbai’s private Lilavati Hospital, but officials told the family no critical-care beds were available.
U.S. limits travel from Brazil amid worsening coronavirus outbreak
WASHINGTON/BRASILIA (Reuters) - The White House on Sunday said it was restricting travel from Brazil to the United States, two days after the South American nation became the world’s No. 2 hotspot for coronavirus cases.
Hospital in English tourist town stops taking patients due to COVID spike
LONDON (Reuters) - A hospital in southwest England has temporarily stopped admitting new patients, including to its emergency department, because of a high number of coronavirus cases, it said on Monday.
Rare snow leopards spotted near Kazakh city amid lockdown
ALMATY (Reuters) - Several snow leopards, including a mother and her cub, have been spotted near the Kazakh city of Almaty wandering through a usually popular hiking destination that is now mostly off limits due to the coronavirus lockdown.
Spain revises coronavirus death toll down by nearly 2,000
MADRID (Reuters) - Spain’s health ministry revised the country’s coronavirus death toll down by nearly 2,000 to 26,834 on Monday after checking data provided by regions.
Australia PM pushes jobs, Victoria to resume tourism as virus eases
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Australia’s prime minister stressed the need to create jobs as a way to minimise government welfare spending, while the country’s second-most populous state Victoria set out measures to resume tourism to regions ravaged by bushfires and virus-linked curbs.
China reports 11 new mainland COVID-19 cases vs three a day earlier
BEIJING (Reuters) - China reported 11 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the mainland as of end-May 24, up from three a day earlier, the National Health Commission reported.
Smiling Czechs ditch masks and return to restaurants and schools
PRAGUE (Reuters) - Smiles were visible again as Czechs ventured out without masks on Monday and returned to restaurants and schools after some of their country’s last coronavirus restrictions were lifted.
Boston Dynamics' Robodog Roams New Zealand Countryside with a New Purpose: Sheep Herding
Canines beware: Apparently we humans aren’t the only ones who need to worry about our inevitable robot overlords replacing us.
NASA and SpaceX Are ‘Go’ For Historic Launch of Crew Dragon With Astronauts on Board
On Wednesday, NASA and SpaceX will launch two astronauts into orbit on a Crew Dragon spacecraft in what’s the most anticipated launch of the year.
HTV supply ship successfully berthed at space station
The last of Japan’s current series of HTV cargo freighters arrived at the International Space Station Monday with a fresh set of lithium-ion batteries, ready for installation on the research lab’s solar power truss after the scheduled docking of a two-man crew on a SpaceX Dragon spaceship later this week.
Virgin Orbit’s air-launched rocket fails on first test flight
Making its first flight, a privately-funded air-launched rocket developed and built by Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit failed to reach space Monday after release from the company’s modified 747 carrier airplane over the Pacific Ocean.
Official Footage Shows US Navy Ship Use a Laser Weapon to Destroy a Flying Drone
A US Navy ship downed a flying drone with a "solid state laser" in the Pacific Ocean, the service branch announced on Friday.
SpaceX Is About to Launch Two Astronauts Into Space in a Historic First
In the beginning, everyone was skeptical. But Elon Musk's SpaceX defied expectations - and on Wednesday hopes to make history by ferrying two NASA astronauts into space, the first crewed flight from US soil in nine long years.
Astronomers Just Found an Extremely Rare 'Ring of Fire' Galaxy in The Early Universe
In the early days of the Universe, 10.8 billion years ago, astronomers have just found a galaxy wearing the battlescars of a cosmic brawl. It's not a blob or disc of stars, like most galaxies, but a giant doughnut - with a huge hole punched right t
Experts Warn Climate Change Is Already Killing Way More People Than We Record
People around the world are already dying from the climate crisis, and yet all too often, official death records do not reflect the impact of these large-scale environmental catastrophes.
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow
An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet
Many states said the logistics, costs and manpower needs are too great to test all residents and staff in a two-week window.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.
CDC: As restaurants reopen, scavenging rodents could become aggressive
As restaurants closed nationwide, the supply of food for some rodents was cut off, especially in dense, commercial areas.
Rare snow leopards spotted near Kazakh city amid lockdown
ALMATY – Several snow leopards, including a mother and her cub, have been spotted near the Kazakh city of Almaty wandering through a usually popular hiking destination that is now mostly off-limits due to the coronavirus lockdown.
Nine Wellington children in hospital with rheumatic fever – health alert
Report from RNZ There’s been a dramatic spike in the number of Wellington children in hospital with the dangerous disease rheumatic fever.
China: Lawmaker Proposes Creation of a National Blockchain Fund
China’s blockchain adoption could go a step further with lawmakers looking at the creation of a national blockchain development fund. Authorities in Beijing continue to push for more involvement of the country’s government in leveraging the emerging technology across several economic sectors.
Japan's small clinics driven to brink as virus-wary patients stay home
As Japan eases coronavirus curbs following its first wave of cases, many small medical clinics are scrambling to stay afloat and the doctors who run them are calling for government support as patients keep away for fear of infection. Such clinics are the backbone of a healthcare system short of…
Branson's Virgin Orbit fails on first rocket launch attempt
Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit failed Monday on its first attempt to launch a test satellite into space aboard a rocket carried aloft by a Boeing 747 and released over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Southern California. The inaugural launch had appeared to be going well until moments after…
Govt Speaks on Covid-19 Vaccine Trials on 400 Medics
The government responded on Covid-19 vaccine trials set to be conducted on 400 Kenyan medics...
Citizen TV's Waihiga Mwaura Rescues Evicted Family From Streets [VIDEO]
The Citizen TV anchor was undertaking an investigative report on the evictions in Kariobangi North, Nairobi when he encountered a mother and...
Virgin Orbit fails on 1st rocket launch attempt
The inaugural launch had appeared to be going well until moments after the rocket was dropped from beneath the left wing of the jumbo jet dubbed Cosmic Girl.
Homeless remain a blind spot in Clark County’s COVID-19 picture
While testing for COVID-19 is becoming available to more Clark County residents, testing of the homeless remains haphazard even though they are at high risk.
National parks hope visitors comply with virus measures
As Yellowstone and other national parks end a two-month shutdown due to the coronavirus, park officials ask visitors to take simple precautions: Wash hands, keep a safe distance apart, wear protect...
ACT grasslands and woodlands listed as critically endangered
On the advice of a panel of scientists, the ACT government said it was particularly worried about two types of area: "Natural Temperate Grassland" and "Yellow Box - Blakely's Red Gum Grassy Woodland".
ACT government moves to protect endangered woodlands, grasslands
Good news for the Button Wrinklewort, Baeuerlen's Gentian and the Ginninderra Peppercress.
Coronavirus: Arvind Kejriwal says situation under control despite rise in infections
The chief minister said that 117 private hospitals across the Capital have been asked to keep 20% of their beds reserved for coronavirus patients.
Earthquake measuring 5.4 on Richter scale hits Manipur, no loss of life reported
The tremors were reportedly felt in Bangladesh and Myanmar too.
The Political Fix: What has India’s stringent Covid-19 lockdown actually achieved?
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Covid-19: Gujarat Deputy CM defends government after HC says Ahmedabad hospital ‘worse than dungeon’
Sixty-four-year-old Nitin Patel said he took a risk by visiting several hospitals to take stock of the situation despite his age.
Coronavirus lockdown: Lessons from 18-century Rajput states about helping distressed citizens
Rulers exempted subjects from paying taxes, funded public workers, offered agricultural loans and instructed moneylender to refrain from calling in loans.
Coronavirus: Maharashtra seeks 50 doctors, 100 nurses from Kerala as its cases continue to rise
The state government has offered to pay and provide accommodation to the medical and paramedical personnel.
Covid-19: Anand Mahindra says extended lockdown will have damaging psychological impact on people
‘The numbers will continue to rise and the focus must be on rapid expansion of field hospital beds with oxygen lines,’ the businessman said.
New Covid-19 Update: Ghana Records 125 New Cases With 72 Recoveries
A new update on the Covid-19 case in the country as provided by the Ghana Health Service says that Ghana has recorded an increase of 125 new coronavirus infections taking the country’s total number to 6,808 as of Monday, May 25, 2020. The total of the country’s cases now stands at 6,808. 13 of the […]
Quebec reports 85 new COVID-19 deaths as confirmed cases approach 48,000
The number of people in Quebec who have recovered from COVID-19 as of Monday is 14,654, up 323 from the 14,331 recoveries reported a day earlier.
The best comic book covers of the week – May 25 2020
From the streets of Gotham to the far reaches of the Multiverse, here's a look at the best comic book covers of the week!
6977 New Cases in 24 hours with 154 Deaths -
There has been a steady increase in corona virus cases in the country and now a large number of new
More than 54 Lakh Cases worldwide, 3.45 Lakh Patients Died -
Corona virus continues to wreak havoc worldwide. More than 54 lakh cases of coronavirus have been reported worldwide. At the
635 New Cases of Corona in Delhi, Total Patients are more than 14 Thousand -
Corona cases have increased to 14053 in Delhi, in the last 24 hours 635 new cases have been reported, while
54 New Cases of Coronavirus Reported in Uttar Pradesh, 161 Died so far -
On Sunday, 254 new cases of Covid-19 infected were reported in Uttar Pradesh. Also, the number of people who lost
Nearly 9000 New Cases of Coronavirus Reported in Russia -
The total number of infected people exceeded 3,50,000 figure, with around 9,000 new cases of corona virus reported in Russia
Curfew Extended till June 30 in Solan and Hamirpur of Himachal Pradesh -
Authorities in Hamirpur and Solan districts of Himachal Pradesh on Monday extended the Covid-19 curfew till June 30, whereas one-fourth
No Death reported due to Infection in Israel for 4 Consecutive Days -
No new deaths have been reported in Israel for the past four days due to the coronavirus epidemic, the Ministry
Salmonella found in ‘death dumplings’ that killed a Thai woman
Lab results on Sunday found a dubious dish dubbed “death dumplings” after at least one woman died contained the potentially fatal salmonella bacteria After sale of the dumplings in southeast metro Bangkok was blamed for one death and several...
A nice day for a quantum walk
Scientists at Osaka University initiated a quantum random walk by shining lasers on a row of trapped ions. They showed that the observed locations of vibrations spreading out over time matched the predictions of quantum mechanics. This work may help elucidate unresolved questions in quantum chemistry and biology.
Worth their salt: Skoltech and MIPT researchers report first case of hexagonal NaCl
Skoltech and MIPT scientists have predicted and then experimentally confirmed the existence of exotic hexagonal thin films of NaCl on a diamond surface. These films may be useful as gate dielectrics for field effect transistors in electric vehicles and telecommunication equipment.
Evidence shows cloth masks may help against COVID-19
The international research team examined a century of evidence including recent data, and found strong evidence showing that cloth and cloth masks can reduce contamination of air and surfaces.
Development of electrode material improving the efficiency of salinity gradient energy
Dr. Jeong Nam-Jo of Korea Institute of Energy Research(KIER) Marine Energy Convergence and Integration Research Team developed synthesis technologies of electrode material that can directly synthesize molybdenum disulfide thin films on the electrode current collector surface to contribute improving the efficiency and economic feasibility of salt gradient power generation using reverse electrodialysis.
New double-contrast technique picks up small tumors on MRI
Early detection of tumors is extremely important in treating cancer. A new technique developed by researchers at UC Davis offers a significant advance in using magnetic resonance imaging to pick out even very small tumors from normal tissue.
Astronomers see 'cosmic ring of fire,' 11 billion years ago
Astronomers have captured an image of a super-rare type of galaxy -- described as a 'cosmic ring of fire' -- as it existed 11 billion years ago.
There is no escaping from climate change, even in the deep sea
Even though the deeper layers of the ocean are warming at a slower pace than the surface, animals living in the deep ocean are more exposed to climate warming and will face increasing challenges to maintain their preferred thermal habitats in the future.
Scientists find genes to save ash trees from deadly beetle
An international team of scientists have identified candidate resistance genes that could protect ash trees from the emerald ash borer (EAB), a deadly pest that is expected to kill billions of trees worldwide.
Mubadala to manufacture medical supplies in UAE
Bupa Arabia for Cooperative Insurance has partnered with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development to distribute 3,000 food baskets among underprivileged families, which are registered with the ministry’s Social Welfare and Family Welfare Agency. The initiative comes in line with the spirit of Ramadan, a month of giving, and in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
AP FACT CHECK: Faulty Trump claims on virus drug, vote fraud
When President Donald Trump doesn't like the message, he shoots the messenger.
Indiana reports 354 more confirmed COVID-19 cases
State health officials said Monday that 354 more Indiana residents have been diagnosed with COVID-19, and an additional eight people have died from the disease.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
Many laid-off workers who lost health insurance in the coronavirus shutdown soon face the first deadlines to qualify for fallback coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
Number of coronavirus cases remains steady in Montana
No new cases of the coronavirus were reported in Montana on Monday for the fifth straight day, keeping the total number of cases at 479.
Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings
The Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer in the U.S. meant big crowds at beaches and warnings from authorities about people disregarding the coronavirus social-distancing rules
Germany divided over plans to nix rules despite outbreaks
A spat is brewing between Germany's federal government and state governors over plans by some regional leaders to end pandemic-related restrictions despite fresh clusters of cases across the country.
Health group, community center get $48M endowments in Maine
A health group and community center will receive a combined $48 million in endowments to grow services for central Maine.
Michigan virus cases, deaths rise by a very small margin
Michigan posted small increases in coronavirus cases and COVID-19 deaths Monday.
South Dakota reports 23 new coronavirus cases; no new deaths
The South Dakota Department of Health reported 23 new coronavirus infections on Monday but no new deaths from COVID-19.
Utah has not spent $1.5M on rooms, overflow center for virus
Utah allocated nearly $1.5 million for quarantine lodging and a hospital overflow site for coronavirus treatment but did not use the funds, a state official said.
Egypt's doctors criticize government over virus 'negligence'
Egypt’s medical union on Monday blamed the government for increasing levels of coronavirus infections and deaths among healthcare professionals, its sharpest criticism yet of the country’s handling of
Delaware governor says beach reopening went well
Delaware Gov. John Carney said Monday he was pleased with the behavior he saw over the holiday weekend as the state's beaches reopened with distancing measures in place.
Stormy weather puts damper on SpaceX's 1st astronaut launch
Stormy weather is threatening to delay SpaceX’s first astronaut launch.
Boy who drowned at Grand Isle identified as Hammond teen
Police say a Hammond teen drowned at Grand Isle on Saturday, with two other family members hospitalized after getting caught in strong currents.
1 more death, 40 new cases of COVID-19 in North Dakota
Health officials said Monday another person has died from the coronavirus in North Dakota and 40 additional people have tested positive for COVID-19.
Americans finding ways to stay active while keeping distance
Vicki L. Friedman always wanted to play golf with her adult sons but until this spring couldn’t find time to learn the game and practice.
UW Medicine to furlough about 4,000 workers
UW Medicine announced furloughs of about 4,000 members of its unionized workforce in spite of the healthcare-system’s position at the forefront of COVID-19 response efforts both locally and globally.
New Mexico governor blocks plans to reopen drive-in theater
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has blocked the reopening of a popular northern New Mexico drive-in movie theater despite city officials believing they had the OK.
Council members could ban smoking in bars in Louisiana city
City leaders in northwest Louisiana will consider banning smoking in bars.
Spike in coronavirus cases in Oregon traced to gatherings
A spike in reported coronavirus cases in Redmond last week has been tied to family and social gatherings in the area.
Oklahoma reports 2 more deaths linked to the coronavirus
Oklahoma health officials reported another 53 cases of COVID-19 and two more deaths linked to the disease caused by the coronavirus Monday.
Arizona child care centers struggle to survive during virus
Less than a third of Arizona’s preschools and child care centers remain open as the industry struggles with the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
SpaceX brings renewed expectations to crewed space exploration
Americans were not meant to sit on their hands with their feet up on the coffee table. Our forebears of more than 10 generations took leaps of faith -- some by ship, some by foot and some by airplane
US communities face tough choices on opening public pools
Public pools will look very different this summer if they open at all with the coronavirus threat still looming, as teenage lifeguards will be tasked with maintaining social distancing and spotting CO
New Orleans: Concern over coronavirus in Hispanic community
New Orleans officials are sounding the alarm after data from neighborhood testing showed that the city's Hispanic community is being disproportionately infected with the coronavirus.
Arkansas reports 107 new cases of coronavirus, 1 more death
Arkansas health officials reported 107 new cases of COVID-19 Monday and one additional death linked to the disease caused by coronavirus.
Pritzker issues rules as Illinois prepares for reopening
Barbers and their customers will have to wear face masks. Restaurants will be able to serve diners outdoors only, with parties no larger than six people, spaced apart. And youth sports may hold practi
WHO halts hydroxychloroquine trial over safety fears
The World Health Organization said that it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine - the malaria drug U.S. President Trump said he is taking - from its global study into experimental COVID-19 treatme
Some visit Mississippi attractions as COVID-19 rules ease
With water parks and amusement parks reopen in Mississippi, visitors at one Gulf Coast attraction said they believed they were safe from coronavirus infection.
Chinese Congress Reviews National Blockchain Fund Bill
A bill to create a specialized national blockchain fund was submitted to China's congress during the annual 'Two Sessions'.
Four more test positive for COVID-19 in Ladakh, tally crosses 50-mark
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UPDATED: Ochsner LSU Health announces expanded COVID-19 testing May 26-29
Community members will receive their test results within 24-72 hours.
UN virus therapy trial pauses hydroxychloroquine testing
WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that in light of a paper published last week in the Lancet that showed people taking hydroxychloroquine were at higher risk of death and heart problems, there would be “a temporary pause” on the hydroxychloroquine arm of its global clinical trial.
Branson’s Virgin Orbit fails on first rocket launch attempt
The inaugural launch had appeared to be going well until moments after the rocket was dropped from beneath the left wing of the jumbo jet dubbed Cosmic Girl.
NASA astronauts go back to the future with capsule launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style 'Right Stuff' capsule.
Coronavirus in Tamil Nadu: COVID-19 cases in Chennai crosses 10,000 mark
The tally of COVID-19 patients in Chennai crossed 10,000 on Sunday. With this the capital city accounts for nearly 60% of the Tamil Nadu’s tally of 16,277 cases.
Japanese PM Shinzo Abe lifts nationwide coronavirus lockdown
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted the state of emergency imposed to combat the coronavirus in Tokyo and remaining four other areas, thus ending nationwide restrictions.
Aaditya Thackeray says state govt may ease restrictions in staggered manner from May 31
Maharashtra Minister Aaditya Thackeray on Sunday said that the state government might ease restrictions in a staggered manner from May 31.
Coronavirus in Kerala: Higher influx of people exposes gaps in the state's quarantine system
There are signs of Kerala’s coronavirus quarantine system getting thrown out of gear as the authorities find themselves unable to cope with the increased flow of people from outside the state.
Ghaziabad DM issues order to seal border with Delhi; essential services to be allowed
On Monday, Ghaziabad District Magistrate Ajay Shankar Pandey has issued an order to seal the border with Delhi due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases.
Lockdown 5.0 in Himachal Pradesh: Hamirpur, Solan district magistrates extend lockdown till June 30
Hamirpur and Solan districts in Himachal Pradesh will continue with the coronavirus lockdown for a month after the current nationwide phase ends on May 31.
Maharashtra urges Kerala govt to send team of doctors, nurses to fight COVID-19 pandemic
The Maharashtra government has formally written to the Kerala government seeking assistance to fight the Covid-19 pandemic in the worst-hit Mumbai-Pune industrial-commercial belt.
Health experts explain how to avoid fresh wave of coronavirus
Health ministry Permanent Secretary, Dr Diana Atwine, says the easing of restrictions is a welcome move for them as health professionals but urges Ugandans not to...
Museveni to open face mask factory in Mukono
The company currently employs over 200 Ugandans, who have been trained in the production of face masks.
Vendors evicted from Mulungu landing site
The increased water levels in Lake Victoria left the market submerged, posing a health challenge to traders.
Alligator rumored to have been Hitler's dies in Moscow
An alligator rumored to have once belonged to Adolf Hitler has died in the Moscow Zoo. The animal was 84 years old.
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet
Many states said the logistics, costs and manpower needs are too great to test all residents and staff in a two-week window.
Valley doctor walking 125 miles for patients
A Valley doctor hopes to raise awareness for patient care one mile at a time.
1st deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance
People who lose workplace insurance generally have 60 days from when their coverage ended to apply for an ACA plan.
WHO to temporarily stop study of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19
WHO says it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine from its global study into experimental COVID-19 treatments, saying that its experts need to review all available evidence to date.
UN virus therapy trial pauses hydroxychloroquine testing
Recent research showed that people taking hydroxychloroquine were at higher risk of death and heart problems. President Trump has said he is taking the drug to protect against the coronavirus.
California issues guidelines for church reopenings
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Religious services in California will look much different under rules unveiled Monday that limit attendance to 100 people and recommend worshippers wear masks, limit singing and...
Patients are delaying medical care because of coronavirus worries. At what cost?
Beginning in March, public officials told Washingtonians to avoid going to the hospital. But in recent weeks, as case counts dropped and fears of a massive surge of COVID-19 patients...
COVID-19 is deadliest where Democrats live, adding to nation’s strife
The pandemic has divided the country in ways that have never played out so vividly before in a public health crisis. For scholars who study party identity and division in...
UW Medicine furloughs 4,000 more workers, citing coronavirus budget hit
These reductions, along with furloughs announced for 1,500 nonunion staffers last week, mean that more than 15% of UW Medicine's workforce will go without pay for one to eight weeks.
Running on empty? Charity events wary in time of COVID
It wasn't exactly the finish line Ali Riecke had in mind. The 27-year-old had envisioned something more tropical when she signed up to participate in her second “Run Across Haiti,”...
California lays out pandemic rules for church reopenings
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rabbi Shalom Rubanowitz looks forward to reopening his synagogue doors — if his congregation can balance the laws of God and California during the coronavirus pandemic....
Authorities: Bear attacks mountain biker in southern Montana
BILLINGS, Montana (AP) — A mountain biker was attacked by a grizzly bear Monday near the southern Montana community of Big Sky, according to authorities. Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks...
Portland veterans hospital makes changes after COVID-19 outbreak
PORTLAND — The Veterans Affairs Hospital in Portland is making changes after a recent outbreak of coronavirus. A doctor tells KATU News a patient came in for another issue, and...
Germany divided over plans to nix rules despite outbreaks
BERLIN (AP) — A spat is brewing between Germany's federal government and state governors over plans by some regional leaders to end pandemic-related restrictions despite fresh clusters of cases across...
Charitable runs, walks learn to adapt to crowd limits
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic has forced charities or nonprofit groups to cancel or postpone an untold number of walks and runs that raise money for everything from Alzheimer's...
Ghana treating frontline health workers better than US – Report
Health workers at the Frontline of the coronavirus fight in Ghana are being treated better than their counterpart in the US, The Washington Post, has revealed, with calls on the US government to emulate the intervention of the Ghanaian Government for health workers.
Ghanaian Times: Citizens’ participation in decision making and fight against coronavirus
The Minister of Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah yesterday extended an invitation to the citizenry to participate in a national conversation on how to get life back to normal while combating the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Flashback: Govt insensitive to the people's health - Prof Badu Akosa
Ghana's failure to implement a ban on public smoking has placed non-smokers under serious health risk, this, the former Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, Professor Agyeman Badu Akosa describes as insensitive on the part of the government.
Savana Signatures introduces coronavirus information in local languages
Savana Signatures, a local NGO operating in the Northern Region, has begun delivering real time information on COVID-19 in various local languages.
Ho Hospital resumes work, as Volta coronavirus cases reach 47
The Ho Municipal Hospital has opened fully to the public after it was closed down temporarily.
COA FS adhering to FDA directives; not engaging in any needless media war
COA FS Herbal Center, the producer of COA FS food supplement, has dissociated itself from some media reports suggesting that the product has been approved as cure for Covid-19.
Saudi Arabia to Ease Coronavirus Restrictions on Thursday
DOHA (Sputnik) - Saudi Arabia will start phasing out restrictions on Thursday that were imposed to limit the spread of the new coronavirus, Health Minister Tawfiq...
China Concerned as US Mulls First Nuclear Test Since 1992, Foreign Ministry Says
BEIJING (Sputnik) - Beijing is concerned over reports that Washington is weighing up whether to conduct its first nuclear test since 1992, Foreign Ministry spokesperson...
Geography Issues: Woman Who Breaks Lockdown Travelling to Welsh Beach Thinks Wales is in England
Despite the UK government advising to ease the pandemic restrictions, Wales is still urging people to stay at home. England, however, has started lifting the quarantine...
Year of Tragedy: Locust Invasion Now Wreaking Havoc in Central India - Video
New Delhi (Sputnik): Locusts from Iran and Pakistan have swarmed India and already caused havoc in Rajasthan. The invasion has now moved on to central India and the...
Europe's First Lung Transplantation on COVID-19 Patient Successfully Conducted in Vienna
VIENNA (Sputnik) - Doctors of the Medical University of Vienna's General Hospital successfully carried out the first lung transplantation on a COVID-19 patient in...
WHO's Solidarity Trial to Pause Hydroxychloroquine Tests Amid Safety Concerns, Tedros Says
More than 40,000 healthcare workers from across the world are reportedly taking part in a global trial of two anti-malarial drugs - hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine ...
Russian Satellite, Comet or 'UFO'? Videos of 'Epic' Fireball Seen in Australia's Sky Puzzle Netizens
The fiery show was preceded by the launch of a Russian satellite from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome, while the third stage of the rocket's booster was expected to fall into...
Pharma Giants Reportedly Rejected EU Proposal to Speed Up Vaccine Development in 2017
In mid-May, the European Medicines Agency suggested that a vaccine against the coronavirus could be approved in approximately a year. The forecast followed a World...
Indian Gives Cold Bath to Venomous King Cobra to Beat the Heat – Video
Not only humans, even reptiles are bearing the brunt of the extremely hot climate in parts of India. A video of a man showering a cobra, a highly poisonous snake, has...
US to Donate 1,000 Ventilators to Brazil, NSC Says After Trump Issues New Entry Ban
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Washington will give Brazil 1,000 ventilators to help the country, which is currently in second place in terms of the number of coronavirus cases...
US State Counting Deaths 'Clearly From Other Causes' as Coronavirus Cases
Since first being detected in 2019 in China, coronavirus has spread around the globe, and been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. In all, the US has...
Virgin Orbit's historic LauncherOne test flight may happen today
The launch was scrubbed yesterday afternoon
Girl whose parents were told she would never walk takes first steps in lockdown
Holly is an identical twin and was born premature.
True face of King Henry VII brought to life through digital reconstruction
Created using the Tudor king's death mask
Hospital closes A&E and stops accepting patients after new virus outbreak
Weston General Hospital in Somerset is treating a 'high number of patients with coronavirus' and cannot take on any new admissions.
Mum's face rebuilt with part of her leg after rare tumour ate her jawbone
Initially, she thought it was just an abscess.
Hydroxychloroquine trial suspended over safety fears
Donald Trump said he had been taking the anti-malarial drug which may have a benefit in treating Covid-19.
World War II veteran, 100, beats coronavirus after 58 days in hospital
'I really thought so many times that he was gone, you know, I really did' Lloyd Falk's daughter said.
Frontline doctor vows to resign if Dominic Cummings doesn’t go first
Dr Dominic Pimenta said the Prime Minister's chief adviser ‘spits in the face of all our efforts’.
Coronavirus: 8 more lives lost as deaths of confirmed Covid-19 patients reach 514
A further eight people who tested positive for coronavirus have died, according to the Department of Health.
Co Down-born pharmacist who died suddenly from heart condition went 'above and beyond for people'
THE family of a Co Down-born pharmacist who died suddenly from a heart condition just two weeks after he was told he was at the top of the transplant list, have told of their heartbreak.
Addiction centre concern at drop in people seeking help in lockdown
ONE of Northern Ireland’s main addiction treatment centres has voiced concerns at a massive drop-off in the numbers of people seeking help - despite a huge rise in alcohol sales.
No new coronavirus deaths in Republic of Ireland
The Republic of Ireland has reported no newThe Republic of Ireland has reported no new coronavirus deaths for the first time since March. coronavirus deaths for the first time since March.
Coronavirus: Impact of easing restrictions in the Republic 'to become clear this week'
The Minister for Health said it will become clear later this week whether the easing of restrictions has led to more cases of Covid-19 in the Republic.
Leo Varadkar hails ‘day of hope' as no new Covid-19 deaths reported in Republic of Ireland
The Republic of Ireland has recorded no new Covid-19 deaths for the first time since March.