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Trump says he's done taking hydroxychloroquine, unproven treatment for COVID-19
U.S. President Donald Trump says he has completed a two-week course of the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine, after weeks of promoting it as a treatment for the novel coronavirus.
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.
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 …
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.
Michigan president says student athletes won't be allowed on campus unless entire student body can return
Jim Harbaugh may have to wait until next season for his revenge tour against Ohio State.
Coronavirus Q&A: Your questions about schools and universities answered
As the government continues with plans to begin reopening schools in England on June 1, Consumer Editor Chris Choi answers your questions.
Pakistan's COVID-19 cases steadily go up to 56,349; death toll at 1,167
The Ministry of National Health Services reported that 22,491 cases were diagnosed in Sindh, 20,077 in Punjab, 7,905 in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, 3,407 in Balochistan, 1,641 in Islamabad, 619 in Gilgit-Baltistan and 209 in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
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.
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
Health Ministry Issues Guidelines For International Arrivals In India, 14 Day Quarantine Compulsory
The Health Ministry has issued guidelines for domestic travel by air, trains and roads which includes that symptomatic passengers will monitor their health for 14 days while those with symptoms will be screened at the nearest health facility.
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
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.
Salons may reopen soon, but health measures must be in place
Barbershop and salon employees show that they can safely cut hair by wearing protective wear. The government, however, is still assessing the risks.
Workplace bullying costs economy €239m per year
NUI Galway study finds that bullying is more prevalent in public sector than the private
COVID-19: The pandemic is exposing the limits of science
Scientists and doctors have struggled to convey a unified message to the public
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
Shropshire Star comment: Universities facing uncertain future
Britain's universities face an uncertain future due to the ongoing impact of the coronavirus.
‘Inclusive, affordable’ South Surrey project aims to meet ‘desperate’ housing need
Public consultation on 91-unit ‘Harmony’ to launch online next month
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.
Preventing infectious swine disease spread with field-based portable device
The impact of swine diseases and other livestock disease outbreaks extends beyond animal sickness and mortality in a highly interconnected world, causing major problems. Following the initial disease ...
Thai researcher eyes affordable, accessible coronavirus vaccine for SE Asia
A researcher leading Thailand's push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally. Thailand's government announced last week its plans to have a vaccine ready for deployment
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
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.
Coronavirus: Weston General Hospital halts admissions
Weston General Hospital has a high number of Covid-19 cases and has temporarily stopped accepting new patients.
Coronavirus outbreak: Govt develops 'intelligent testing strategy' to check spread across states
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is continuously scaling up its testing facilities for COVID-19 by giving approval to government and private laboratories
Ed-tech startup to offer free AI, coding & robotics courses for children in rural areas
Robochamps, an edtech start-up dedicated to introducing kids to early AI education, recently launched online courses in robotics and coding in multiple languages, including Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, a
U.S Buys 300 Million Covid Vaccines from Gates-Affiliated Drug Maker
The tech company created a tool based on a method of hypnosis called Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).
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
Japan ends coronavirus state of emergency - Foreign Affairs
Japanese president lifts state of emergency, following seven weeks of coronavirus-related restrictions.
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.
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...
'He is unable to move his arms and legs': Snooker legend Willie Thorne is unable to feed himself due to sepsis after having treatment for leukaemia and is completely bedridden, claims his carer
Thorne was discharged from a hospital in Spain after a period in which he underwent treatment for leukaemia before three blood transfusions and treatment for a virus after his diagnosis in march.
COVID-19 pandemic unites Canadians like no other event in recent history: study
Researchers from McGill University and the University of Toronto have found that Canadians of all political beliefs understand the severity of the virus and the importance of working to limit its spread.
Won't rest until every single migrant worker reaches home: Sonu Sood
Sonu has been feeding more than 45,000 people every day in Andheri, Juhu, Jogeshwari, and Bandra.
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.
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, ...
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.
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
Covid-19: 52 more deaths as death toll hits 481, with 23 615 confirmed infections
Fifty-two more people have died of Covid-19, as the number of confirmed cases in South Africa reached 23 615.
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.
Lockdown Level 3: What’s in store
South Africa’s response to Covid-19 will significantly change under Alert Level 3 as all but high-risk sectors of the economy will be allowed to resume operating. The National Coronavirus Command Council is due to unpack its plans on Tuesday but here’s what we know so far.
Covid-19 wrap: Hydroxychloriquine trials suspended and over 344 000 deaths globally
Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.
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.
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.
Maharashtra: Gamut of challenges for coaching centres, teachers
Due to the coronavirus-induced lockdown, the peak season -- March to May -- for securing new admissions has eluded private educators and coaching centre owners, this year.
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.
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).
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.
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 ...
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...
COVID-19: Qatar reports 3 more deaths, 1,751 new cases
Death toll has risen to 26 as total cases reach 45,439
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 ...
Japan cautiously lifts last of virus emergency controls
The government’s decision to lift the declaration highlights its strong desire to revive the nation’s faltering economy as quickly as possible.
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,...
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.
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.
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 Monday. The data published on the agency's website showed that deaths from COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, had risen to 4,029 from
Private hospitals’ group asks Duterte to replace Duque as health chief
The Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines says PhilHealth, which is chaired by Francisco Duque III, has given hospitals the runaround when it comes to reimbursements
Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday that the state of emergency will be lifted for all of Japan, and that the country managed to get the spread of the virus under control in under two months.
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.
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.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan, with about 16,600 confirmed cases and about 850 deaths, has so far avoided a large outbreak like those experienced in the US and the Europe despite its softer restrictions.
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...
Covid-19 frontliners’ kids not being singled out, says Dr Noor Hisham of special childcare centres
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The children of Health Ministry (MOH) staff who work as Covid-19 frontliners are not being discriminated against, with plans to open special childcare centres for them, but such measures will be to give them special attention, Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham...
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan has so far avoided the large outbreaks experienced in the US and Europe despite softer restrictions.
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.
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.
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. . .
Trump to attend Wednesday’s NASA astronaut launch in Florida
Vice President Mike Pence, who is chairman of the National Space Council, also plans to attend Wednesday’s launch.
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.
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.
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.
COVID-19 outbreak in city under control: CM
‘We are prepared for surge in cases’
Purchase of foot-operated dispensers raises doubts
An order to purchase more than 19,000 foot-operated dispensers for hand sanitisers seems to have all the makings of a controversy. The Health Department had placed a direct order for supply of the foo
Kannur native’s death takes toll to 6
49 more test positive, majority of them imported cases
High-risk wards flatten curve
However, wards with few cases initially record rise in infection
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.
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
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.
China to evacuate its citizens from India amid rising coronavirus cases
The Chinese embassy put out a notice on its website on Monday, asking those wanting to return home to book tickets in special flights
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.
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
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.
Nagaland No Longer A Green State After 3 Test COVID-19 Positive
Nagaland reported its "first" COVID-19 cases on Monday, when three persons who recently returned to the state from Chennai were found infected with novel coronavirus, a health department official said
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.
Japan is set to end their current state of emergency in Tokyo
Reports have been circulating that Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is set to remove the current state of emergency in Tokyo and 4 other prefectures...
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.
Tests for all who want them
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 park a day earier.
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...
President Trump says he is no longer on hydroxychloroquine
President Trump said that he is no longer on hydroxychloroquine, the anti-malarial drug he has been taking for several weeks as a treatment to ward off the coronavirus. “Finished, just finished,”
NACTO Releases Streets for Pandemic Response and Recovery in the Fight Against the COVID-19
NACTO has released guidelines to provide cities with strategies to redesign and adapt their streets for new uses both during the COVID-19 crisis.
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...
'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.
No break for nature? Here’s how Covid-19 crisis is harming the world’s forests
Trees are more likely to be felled for food and fuel as a third of the world’s population still depend on wood to cook. The Covid-19 lockdown could exacerbate this.
Odisha’s plan of home delivery of liquor goes for a toss
People could not find any application platform to order liquor online and shop owners also insisted on offline selling
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.
Japan's ANA leads way as masks become new normal in virus-era air travel
From June, All Nippon Airways will require all passengers to wear face masks inside airports and aboard aircraft.
On this day: John F Kennedy pledges that the US would have a man land on the moon
Fifty-nine years ago today, on May 25, 1961, President John F. Kennedy gave a historic speech to a joint session of Congress that would set the United States on a course to land on the moon. Kennedy called for an ambitious space exploration program, including not only missions but to put astronauts on the moon...
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.
Coronavirus: Senior UAE health officials visit Expo Centre Field Hospital
Visit was undertaken to boost morale of health professionals and patients
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy
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...
Covid-19 Will Make Colleges Prove Their Worth
Online education should come at an online price.
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
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.
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.
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.
New COVID-19 laser tests could be a gamechanger
Its speed and accuracy will help medical professionals respond to infected patients faster
UAE's COVID-19 laser tests could be a gamechanger
Its speed and accuracy will help doctors respond to coronavirus patients faster
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.
Spain revises coronavirus death toll down by nearly 2,000
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. Health emergency coordinator Fernando Simon said checks of the data had shown that some deaths had previously been counted twice and that some
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.
COVID-19 pandemic: Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe Lifts State of Emergency
Shinzo Abe said the country had managed to control the spread of COVID-19 since issuing the order in some areas on April 7, then later extending it nationwide.
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
12 new cases, 4 deaths
The provincial government have announced Monday 12 new coronavirus cases and four deaths in the past 48 hours.
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.
Nagaland Reports First Coronavirus Cases As 3 Chennai-Returnees Test Positive; Assam Records Spike In Infections
Officially, Nagaland is the last of the eight Northeastern states after Sikkim to report COVID-19 positive cases.
Mauritius records 2 new Covid-19 cases after month-long lull
Two residents of Mauritius who were recently repatriated from India have tested positive for Covid-19, the country's first cases in nearly a month, the government has announced.
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.
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.
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
Karan Johar on self-isolation after two household staff test positive for COVID-19
Two members of Karan Johar's household staff have tested coronavirus positive. While the filmmaker and his family have tested negative, they will be in self-isolation for the next 14 days.
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.
'Never Seen Anything Like This': Spinning Black Smoke Ring Over Australian Town Sparks Online Debate
These eerie-looking objects have been spotted around the world, including in North America, Asia, and Europe. Most recently, the circle-shaped object was seen floating...
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.
Flight services re-start in Kalaburagi
Operations of domestic passenger flight services at Kalaburagi Airport which were suspended on March 12 to contain the spread of coronavirus resumed with the landing of a Star Air flight here on Monda
Infectious Diseases Block equipped with superlative facilities inaugurated at SKIMS
Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) today crossed another milestone to further strengthen advanced patient care services with
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
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.
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.
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
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.
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.
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).
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.
First test launch of Virgin Orbit rocket fails
US News: The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on
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.
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.
France again ranks No. 4 in COVID-19 deaths as Spain revises tally
France again ranked fourth in coronavirus deaths after the United States, Britain and Italy, as Spain revised its tally down by nearly 2,000 on Monday. The French health ministry reported on its website that the cumulative death toll rose by 65, or 0.2%, to 28,432. But on a separate ministry…
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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.
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.
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
Boris Johnson and Dominic Cummings say coronavirus affected their eyesight
The Police Federation of England and Wales took to social media to warn people not to get behind the wheel if their eyesight is impaired.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas. The swarms are travelling farther and damaging trees as there are no standing crops for them to feed on, an official said.
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.
Govt directs liquor shops to ensure sale of alcohol through proper scanning
After excise department observed liquor being sold at vends was not being properly scanned, the Delhi Government directed State-run liquor shops in the national Capital to ensure 100 per cent sale of alcohol through proper scanning. The excise department issued the directive after observing that
Iowa sees Sunday surge of COVID-19 deaths, confirmed cases
Iowa saw a surge of COVID-19 deaths and coronavirus cases over a 36-hour period, with 10 additional deaths and 436 new cases confirmed by midday Monday.
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.
Science pioneer who grew up in New Brighton dies
Wes Sandle earned international respect in the atomic physics and laser community.
Japan Economy Minister Nishimura: State of emergency no longer needed in any region of country
As noted, Japan is seeking to end its state of emergency this week and in recent headlines, Japan Economy Minister Nishimura is on the verge of making
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...
10 lessons from the COVID-19 frontline for a more gender-equal world
Women play an outsize role responding to crises, including as frontline healthcare and social workers, caregivers at home, and as mobilisers in their communities.
Coronavirus Losses: Arizona Nonprofits Assess ‘Tip Of The Iceberg’
Coronavirus-related shutdowns have cost Arizona’s nonprofits more than $800,000 worth of volunteer hours, and counting, according to a survey by the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits.
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.
Panic grips steel city as Covid cases rise to 24
Panic gripped the Steel City as the novel coronavirus positive cases rose to 24 with four cases tested positive in the city on Sunday alone. One of the positive cases reported in the city from Baridih was home quarantined and had returned from Ranchi on May 12. The health team took sample on May 17
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.
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
Chinese Virologist Warns Coronavirus Is 'Just Tip Of The Iceberg'
A Chinese scientist denied Wuhan played a role in the Covid-19 pandemic and warned that similar infectious outbreaks could arise in the future.
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.
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 […]
Omaha nursing home reports 8th death from coronavirus
An eighth resident at a western Omaha nursing home has died from COVID-19, as Nebraska health officials reported three new deaths and 145 news cases of the virus.
Therapists on call for mental issues
With the pandemic wreaking havoc on the mental health of people not used to staying indoors for such a long period of time, Rachakonda police have come up with a unique counselors team.
Students doing Oxford exams on videolink from their bedrooms complain that invigilators and tutors should NOT be allowed to see their ‘private space’
Oxford University's Faculty of Classics confirmed that exams would be taken over Microsoft Teams. All invigilators will undergo a mandatory 'camera sweep of the room' before the test starts.
Brace for long battle as new swarms of locusts fly into S. Sudan: UN agency
The surge may not be controlled by June.
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
After managing to contain an outbreak of the new coronavirus which infected more than 11,000 people and killed 267, South Korea is slowly transitioning from intensive social distancing rules towards what the government calls
'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
Military continues to boost Hawaii economy during virus
U.S. military spending continues to be a pillar of Hawaii's economy as the Department of Defense has so far proved resistant to the financial impact of the coronavirus.
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...
Few schools in Gauteng facing problems with delivery of PPEs - Lesufi
Plans are being rolled out in a bid to safeguard schools against the spread of COVID-19, with measures to ensure screening, sanitising, and social distancing could be implemented.
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
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.
Locusts, Covid-19, bad weather: The anatomy of a food crisis
Millions of people could be “just one shock away from severe acute food insecurity”.
Covid-19: Why widespread use of Aarogya Setu needed
Accurate and timely data might be our best bet in the battle against this pandemic. As a next step, India could tie the app to a secure and centralised database that includes end-to-end analysis of potentially infected people—from early symptoms to recovery. Also, to increase adoption, we can increase the number of languages the app caters to.
Ferronova secures $3.5m funding for cancer trials
Ferronova has developed technology to help surgeons detect if cancer causing a solid tumour has spread to surrounding cells, it has raised VC funding to prove it works.
Pakistan’s COVID-19 cases steadily go up to 56,349; death toll at 1,167
Pakistan's coronavirus cases on Monday reached 56,349 with 1,748 new patients while the death toll climbed to 1,167, the health ministry said.
Stormy weather puts damper on SpaceX's 1st astronaut launch
Stormy weather is threatening to delay SpaceX’s first astronaut launch.
'You are not going to die from COVID-19'
Good news (please see the accompanying table)! If you are under 65, in reasonably good health and do not have a vitamin D deficiency, you have only a tiny chance of dying from COVID-19. And if you are
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.
First test of Virgin Orbit rocket fails to accomplish goal
The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on Monday, the Virgin Orbit company said.
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.
Postpone school year—solon
A house leader on Sunday appealed to the Department of Education (DepEd) to postpone the resumption of classes this year instead of resorting to online instruction.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
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.
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.
First test of Virgin Orbit rocket fails to accomplish goal
The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on Monday, the Virgin Orbit company said.
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.
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.
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.
People more worried about economic crisis than health issues from coronavirus, finds study
The study - conducted by Centre for Marketing in Emerging Economies (CMEE) at IIM Lucknow - revealed that majority (79 percent) of people are worried and surrounded by a feeling of fear (40 percent) and sadness (22 percent).
Spain reopening for tourism 1 July
Tourists can return to Spain from 1 July, its prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, said Saturday. Tourists "do not run a risk or bring a risk of contagion to Spain", he said, amid scattered anti-lockdown protests in Madrid. "The hardest is behind us ... we've o...
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: 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 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.
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...
Covid-19: France reports 36 deaths, infections minimal
First long weekend of summer offers up dose of hope for recovery
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.
South Korea reports 16 new cases of coronavirus
The figures released by the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday brought national totals to 11,206 cases and 267 deaths.
Wuhan uses sample pooling to conduct 6.57 million tests in 10 days
This includes a record 1.47 million tests on Saturday
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...
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.
Cases from other States hike toll in southern districts
Thoothukudi, Virudhunagar districts report 17 cases each
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.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
TOKYO: Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
ThomasLloyd, BioPower turn over mobile swabbing unit to Bacolod
Bacolod City received its second mobile swabbing unit as the city implements innovative efforts to provide safe and efficient COVID-19 testing in the region.
WHO stops hydroxychloroquine trials over safety concerns
(UPDATED) WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says the decision comes after the publication of a study in the Lancet indicating that using the drug on COVID-19 patients could increase their likelihood of dying
Study: Color of Exoplanets Reveals Whether They Are Habitable
Reflected light from a planet's surface plays a significant role on overall climate
UPDATED: Ochsner LSU Health announces expanded COVID-19 testing May 26-29
Community members will receive their test results within 24-72 hours.
Doctor: Why reopen schools during “weak” Covid-19 prevention measures?
Doctor: Why reopen schools during “weak” Covid-19 prevention measures?
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
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...
Two hairstylists in Missouri may have exposed more than 140 clients to the coronavirus, health officials say
A hairstylist at a Missouri Great Clips salon may have exposed up to 56 clients to COVID-19 after working while symptomatic, health officials said on Saturday .
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
Japan set to fully lift coronavirus emergency in Tokyo, 4 other prefectures
Japan is expected to end its coronavirus-related state of emergency Monday by easing curbs on economic activity in Tokyo and four other prefectures ahead of schedule, with the spread of infections under control. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is expected to announce the decision at a 6 p.m. Monday news conference.…
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.
Milestones of US human spaceflights
PARIS, May 25 — 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. First American in space On April 12, 1961, the United States is upstaged by the Soviet Union, when...
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.
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.
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.
China reports 51 new coronavirus cases, mostly in Wuhan
All of the new infections were imported cases involving travellers from overseas.
‘Pure fabrication’: Wuhan lab head on Trump’s virus leak theory
Most scientists say the pathogen that has infected 5.3 million and killed more than 342,000, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University, was passed from bats to humans via an intermediary species likely sold at a wet market in Wuhan late last year
Domestic flights resume: Returning to your hometown? Check out guidelines, quarantine rules
Domestic air travel resumes: The ministry said that all passengers are advised to download the corona contact tracing app Aarogya Setu and that all travellers would require to undergo thermal screening. Face masks must also be used during travel
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.
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
CMCO: Penang releases guidelines to reopen arts, cultural spaces, says state tourism chief
GEORGE TOWN, May 25 — Penang government has released a set of guidelines to reopen arts and cultural spaces, emphasising on social distancing and other public health requirements mandated by the federal and state governments. In a statement today, Penang Tourism, Arts, Culture and Heritage...
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.
Abertay student with sight loss develops horror game for blind people
A Tayside student with sight loss has used his own experiences to create a horror game for people who are blind.
India among worst-hit nations: health minister says time to forget Tablighi incident
Coronavirus infections are now growing at nearly 7000 per day and deaths by three-digit increases
Trump says schools in US should be opened 'ASAP'
President Trump urged for the reopening of school throughout the U.S. on Sunday, as most remain closed to limit the coronavirus spread and protect the health of students during the pandemic.
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
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.
58-yr-old sanitation supervisor at AIIMS dies of coronavirus
At the trauma centre, four more Covid positive healthcare workers of the institute are undergoing treatment. So far, 156 healthcare workers – two faculty members, four resident doctors, 16 nurses, and other staff from the institute — have tested positive.
International air passengers push up Andhra’s case count
On Monday, 62 international passengers who arrived in special Vande Bharat flights to the state tested positive, and a majority of them were from Kuwait.
Teachers' union threatens legal action: 'Covid-19 exposes hidden horrors in schooling system'
There is uncertainty over whether schools will be Covid-19 ready for the reopening, with one union already threatening court action.
Grocery and grain market in APMC reopens
Pune district sees highest single-day surge of more than 450 cases
"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.
'We see you' people of KGH
The KGH Foundation announced its newest fundraising initiative today, the 'We See You' campaign.
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.
Express & Star comment: Uncertain future for universities
Britain's universities face an uncertain future due to the ongoing impact of the coronavirus.
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.
‘We can get it done here’: Africa’s tech scene tackles coronavirus
Watching from afar as much of the world was brought to its knees by the coronavirus, Africa's scientists, engineers and innovators.
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.
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.
China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
The Chinese embassy put out a notice on its website on Monday, asking those wanting to return home to book tickets in special flights.
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.
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).
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
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 ...
Education Department’s app, website to aid CET, NEET students
Mysore/Mysuru: GetCETgo – Online CET and NEET Crash Course 2020, content powered by Deeksha, is a Government of Karnataka initiative to help all students of Karnataka prepare for CET 2020 and NEET 2020. Comprehensive study material in the form of Synopsis, Practice Questions, Chapter-wise Tests, Mock Tests and Revision Videos are available free to all...
China decides to evacuate citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
India News: China has decided to evacuate its citizens, including students, tourists and businessmen, from India who are facing "difficulties" in the country and
China's 'Bat Woman': Coronavirus is just tip of the iceberg
Research into viruses needs scientists and governments to be transparent, says Shi
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.
IMAGE to manage biomedical waste at exam centres
Teachers on school exam duty asked to use surgical gloves
Mongolia to maintain strict virus regulations 'until vaccine found'
Mongolia will maintain strict coronavirus regulations until a vaccine is found, the prime minister said Monday, raising the prospect of the country being locked down for months to come.
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
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.
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
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.
COVID-19: India Now Has 968 Dedicated Hospitals With Over 2,50,000 Beds
India now makes sufficient number of N95 masks and PPE through the domestic manufacturing sector.
‘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.
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
Despite risks, we're not too fussed about facial recognition
Survey finds most Australians are comfortable with the rise of software that can spot a face in the crowd despite lingering concerns about the dangers.
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%
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
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
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.
Covid-19: 'It's in your hands' - Ramaphosa calls on citizens to play their part
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is now at risk of even more coronavirus infections as it prepares to gear down to alert Level 3 of the lockdown.
WATCH: Scary scenes in Jaipur as desert locust swarms take over
The desert locust (Schistocerca gregaria; Gryllus gregarius) is a species of locust, a swarming short-horned grasshopper in the family Acrididae.
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...
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...
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
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.
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.
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.
Branson's Virgin Orbit rocket fails on first launch attempt
The first test launch of a rocket that is released from a jumbo jet at 35,000 feet and then propels itself into orbit to deploy a satellite failed on Monday, the Virgin Orbit company said.
Thai researcher eyes accessible COVID-19 vaccine for SE Asia
A researcher leading Thailand's push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally.
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 ...
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.
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
India Enters Covid Top-10; What Should Spook Us Is Not Headline Number, But Staying Ahead Of Curve
The rising numbers should not matter too much.
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 […]
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 ...
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.
Uganda registers 14 more COVID-19 cases from community
“All new cases are contacts to previously confirmed truck drivers. All contacts were under quarantine at the time of test,” the Ministry of Health said.
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.
Singapore reports 344 new Covid-19 cases
Out of the new infected cases, 340 are foreign workers residing in dormitories, the health ministry said.
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
Off the News: Six feet of safety during hurricane | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
For once, most people already have much of their hurricane emergency kit in place — including the additions of masks and hand sanitizers.
How Germany contained the coronavirus
In addition to a properly funded health system, technological edge and decisive leadership, public trust played a key role.
Four strategies for rapid innovation during a crisis
The Covid-19 crisis has induced a sense of urgency for product innovations. As a vaccine or drug for the disease remains many months away, there is a surge in demand for ventilators, testing kits, pro
Mentally preparing for hurricane season after covid-19
At Fox4 we want to provide you with the resources you need to mentally prepare for hurricane season after the covid-19 pandemic.
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.
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
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.
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…
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.
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.
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 . . .
‘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.
Big technology firms should be stopped from turning the world into a China, Noam Chomsky says
He is referring to China's social credit system that tracks citizens to award/deduct points on a score determining one's access to services.
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
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...
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: Measures issued to ensure worker safety in Duqm
The Special Economic Zone Authority of Duqm (Sezad), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, has issued instructions that need to be followed by everyone in the city and the surrounding areas
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
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur, FAO warns of more attacks till early July
Pests engulf 18 districts in state, apart from infesting large parts of UP and MP; Young juveniles will become voracious adults in June just as farmers begin to harvest, warns FAO
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 ...
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...
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
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
No New Covid-19 Deaths For The First Time Since Mid-March
No new Covid-19 deaths have been reported today.
As Coronavirus Cases Spike, More Patients In Mumbai Than Hospital Beds
More than a fifth of the India's coronavirus cases are in Mumbai.
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.
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.
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.
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
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas
Locusts normally affect districts in western Rajasthan but this time the swarms have travelled as far as Jaipur city. The swarms later headed towards Dausa district.
Demonstration on biofertilisers at Hozukhe village
Demonstration on application of biofertilisers in maize was conducted by ATMA Dimapur, Niuland block at Hozukhe village on May 22.
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.
China says virus pushing US ties to brink of 'Cold War'
Fresh tensions between Beijing and Washington emerged as virus restrictions continued to shape and remake lives around the world, and in very different ways.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Murtaza Wahab concerned over rise in number of Covid-19 cases in children
Murtaza Wahab concerned over rise in number of Covid-19 cases in children
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan, with about 16,600 confirmed cases and about 850 deaths, has so far avoided the large outbreaks that have been experienced in the US and the Europe despite its softer restrictions.
Coronavirus | 103 more COVID-19 positive cases detected in Odisha
96 of them are migrant workers who returned recently, says government
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 ...
Zee News’ main building in Nodia sealed after 6 more test positive for COVID-19
Zee News Media Corporation's main building located in Noida Sector-16 has been sealed for sanitation and containment of the novel coronavirus pandemic after six more people tested positive for COVID-19, said a report in bestmediainfo on Monday.
Japan lifts nationwide state of emergency
IANS Tokyo Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday lifted the countrys nationwide state of emergency, ending restrictions in the remaining areas wher
US company trials coronavirus vaccine candidate in Australia
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — A U.S. biotechnology company began injecting a coronavirus vaccine candidate into people in Australia on Tuesday with hopes of releasing a proven vaccine this year. Novavax...
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.
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
A year on, over 100 PG medical students caught in crossfire over stipend
They haven’t been paid from March 2019
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...
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.
NHL hoping to move to Phase 2 of return-to-play protocol in early June
The NHL, which was forced to pause its season March 12 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, released a memo Monday announcing it's targeting early next month as the start date for Phase 2 of its return-to-play protocol, including the opening of practice rinks and allowing small, voluntary group workouts on and off the ice.
NHL release details of their Phase 2 training rules
This covers the return of players to small-group workouts and the rules for use of the facilities, but does not come with a firm date.
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.
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
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.
Belgian rail tests sensors to keep workers apart during COVID-19
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Belgium’s railways are testing smart cameras with sensors to ensure its workers wear masks and maintain their distance to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
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
Clamour for transparency of testing data grows shriller
Our strategy is focused but not random, say Health officials
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.
HHS's Azar: 'Very Credible Objective' to Have Coronavirus Vaccine by End of 2020
During an appearance on Fox News Channel's "Sunday Morning Futures," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar weighed in on the possibility of a COVID-19 vaccine by the end of 2020 after the CEO of pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca voiced his confidence the company could deliver 100 million doses of coronavirus vac | Clips
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Rest of World News: Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after
Centres issues guidelines for domestic air travel; here's what you need to do
The new guidelines listed for domestic air travel are as follows:
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.
I am doing fine after taking a two-week course of hydroxychloroquine: Trump
Trump has spent weeks pushing the drug as a potential treatment or prophylaxis for Covid-19 against the cautionary advice of many of his administration's top medical professionals
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.
Japanese government panel says time right to lift emergency in five prefectures
The Japanese government was set to end its nationwide state of emergency by lifting the order for Tokyo, its surrounding areas and Hokkaido on Monday.
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.
Fears of primary school drop-outs from pandemic's digital divide
VULNERABLE children across Ballarat are now at increased risk of not completing a primary school education, let alone secondary studies, a leading children's...
26 people test positive for Covid-19 at Mediclinic Cape Town
Mediclinic said it had arranged self-isolation accommodation for those in need of it, and managers will check in with staff every day.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
Surrey Council approves liquor license to barbershop
Despite safety concerns, Surrey City Council has approved a barbershop's request to serve liquor.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
4 fresh cases of COVID-19 in Himachal Pradesh; tally rises to 208
Four more people have tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Himachal Pradesh, taking the number of cases in the state to 208, while a 72-year-old woman died due to the disease at a hospital here, officials said on Monday. With the latest fatality, the death toll due to COVID-19 has
Coronavirus: Ewing released from hospital and 'getting much better'
NBA icon Patrick Ewing has been discharged from hospital and is recovering well after contracting co...
Coronavirus pandemic | Lockdown extended in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan districts till June 30
Hamirpur has reported the highest number of COVID-19 cases at 63 while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now
HESTA begins search for 2020’s best early childhood educators – nominate now
Nominations are now open for the 2020 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards, with a $30,000 prize pool up for grabs in recognition of early childhood educators and carers who have demonstrated excellence in improving learning outcomes for children.
Texas Instruments makes it harder to run programs on its calculators
Texas Instruments has pulled the support for assembly-based programs on its graphing calculators -- it's meant to fight cheating, but also hurts hobbyists.
A “Replication crisis?” No! It’s Academic Demagoguery Part I
What’s the deal with the “replication crisis” in social science?
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.
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...
In a first, daily number of recovered patients higher than new cases: CM Sindh
In the last 24 hours, 443 tested positive while 614 patients recovered and went home, says Murad Ali Shah
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
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,
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.
23,615 confirmed coronavirus cases in South Africa as deaths rise to 481
Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has announced that there are now 23,615 confirmed cases of coronavirus in South Africa.
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
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Compared to hard-hit areas in Europe, the United States, Russia and Brazil, Japan has been spared the worst of the pandemic, with 16,581 cases in total and 830 deaths.
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.
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.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide.
South Africa to ease lockdown despite surge in Covid-19 cases
Cape Town. South Africa will ease the Covid-19 lockdown from level four to level three beginning from June 1, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Sunday amid a surge in confirmed cases.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
For The First Time, No Deaths Registered In The Most Hit Region By Coronavirus In Italy
Yesterday for the first time Lombardy, the most hit region in Italy by coronavirus, has registered zero deaths. But experts say that the data will need to be better analyzed, before it can be considered final.
Drivers resort to selling fruits and vegetables
Despite the permission of the State Government to operate public vehicles during lockdown, various e-rickshaw and auto-rickshaw drivers have taken to selling vegetables and fruits during the lockdown. While some of them said that restricted number of passengers was making it hard for them to earn
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.
Basic Education Dept admits not all schools will be ready for 1 June restart
The Basic Education Department said that while some schools had begun receiving personal protective equipment, a number were still experiencing delays with suppliers.
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.
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.
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.
Our researchers are working on cure for coronavirus — Babcock University
A team of researchers from Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo, is working on a cure for the coronavirus, the Vice-Chancellor has revealed.
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.
WHO fears ‘silent’ COVID-19 epidemic in Africa
Africa has so far been spared the worst impact of the coronavirus, but World Health Organisation is worried the continent could face a “silent epidemic” if its leaders fail to prioritise testing fo...
£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.
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 …
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…
Dancing with disinfectant: China's nightclubs back in the groove
SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Nightclubs in China have mostly come back to life as owners and customers feel increasingly comfortable the novel coronavirus epidemic is under control, but disinfectant, disposable cups and masks have become part of the experience.
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.
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
Universities plan smaller classes and online lectures in return after coronavirus lockdown
Universities are planning to reopen student campuses from next month as they start to adapt to life after the coronavirus pandemic.
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'
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.
How HomeServe has had to adapt to ensure it is there for customers
The boss of home repairs firm HomeServe today paid tribute to the efforts of his staff to ensure essential emergency work is carried out in people’s homes.
Unis warned to stop hoarding academics' IP for revenue
Universities need to stop treating academics as ATM machines if Australia is to have any chance of maintaining its lead in quantum computing, leading scientist says.
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.
Half of UK drivers say they will walk more to maintain cleaner air after the coronavirus pandemic, survey reveals
Half of UK drivers say they will walk more to maintain cleaner air after the coronavirus pandemic, according to results of a survey by motoring association AA.
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.
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.
Italy reports 92 coronavirus deaths on Monday, just 300 new infections
ROME (Reuters) - Deaths from the COVID-19 epidemic in Italy climbed by 92 on Monday, against 50 the day before, the Civil Protection Agency said, while the daily tally of new cases dropped to just 300 from 531 on Sunday.
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.
WHO fears 'silent' virus epidemic unless Africa prioritizes testing
The WHO's director general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, said Africa was the region with the fewest diagnosed coronavirus cases, accounting for less than 1.5% of the global total and just 0.1% of deaths. The WHO regional director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti, said some countries had taken measures
Lockdown 4.0: Undertaking Domestic Travel to/From Delhi? Follow These SOPs
Lockdown 4.0: The guidelines are for all kinds of travel-air, trains or inter-state buses.
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.
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
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.
US coronavirus response fatally 'chaotic,' says Noam Chomsky
NEW YORK, May 25 — The United States is on a chaotic path with no federal plan against the coronavirus pandemic as it reduces public health funding and ignores the advances of climate change, according to activist scholar Noam Chomsky, considered the founder of modern linguistics. What follows...
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.
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 ...
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...
COVID-19: US coronavirus death toll rises by 638 in 24 hours
Relatively small increase means US toll now stands at 97,686
Congress give boost to COVID-19 fight, to distribute Vitamin C pills in Karnataka's Tumakuru
Since it is difficult to get fresh fruits like orange regularly, especially during the lockdown, these supplements will be useful.
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). ...
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.
Donald Trump says he has finished taking hydroxychloroquine as coronavirus therapy
Trump has spent weeks pushing the drug as a potential treatment or prophylaxis for COVID-19 against the cautionary advice of many of his administration's top medical professionals.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Three-day-old baby succumbs to COVID-19 in Chandigarh, state death toll rises to 4
A three-day-old girl died of coronavirus in Chandigarh on Sunday, taking the COVID-19 death toll in the union territory to four, a medical bulletin said. The sample of the child was taken after death
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.
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…
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.
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 ...
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...
Locusts swarm Rajasthan’s Jaipur, destroy crops spread over 5,00,000 hectares
While locusts have now entered several states including Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan faces a major challenge as locusts have damaged crops spread over 5 lakh hectares in the state.
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.
Japan government to lift state of emergency across country
The Japan government on Monday decided to lift the state of emergency for COVID-19 in Tokyo and four other prefectures of the country, the only places where the measure implemented to curb the...
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
DAEJEON, South Korea: The new robot barista at the cafe in Daejeon, South Korea, is courteous and swift as it seamlessly makes its way towards ...
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
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.
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.
26 cases of Covid-19 at Mediclinic Cape Town
Twenty-six people have tested positive for Covid-19 at Mediclinic Cape Town in Oranjezicht, the medical facility confirmed on Monday.
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.
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 ...
Jakarta doctors share their experiences spending Ramadan, Idul Fitri away from families
"I haven't seen my parents for almost three months," Lia, a doctor who works at a community health center (Puskesmas) in Duren Sawit district, said.
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.
How the pandemic impacted post-secondary students' work placements
Co-op placements, internships, practicums and residencies are valuable forms of work experience for post-secondary students in Canada. But for this year’s students, COVID-19 has put a halt to many of these opportunities.
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,'
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
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...
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...
Homes needed for thousands of 'spare' Cadbury's Easter Eggs in massive giveaway
The National Trust for Scotland has already donated around 15,000 Easter Eggs to hospitals, food banks and community groups around the country
College of Engineering Guindy alumni celebrate Genesis Day digitally
The Alumni Association of CEG (AACEG) planned to hold a music concert with singer SPB which was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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.
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.
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.
Oca places 4 streets in Bgy. 28 on total lockdown
THE local government of Caloocan city yesterday denied report circulating on social media that another barangay in the city will be placed on total lockdown starting today, Tuesday.
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.
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.
Belgium will not return to tough lockdown, says minister
BRUSSELS, May 25 — Belgium will not return to the strict measures imposed for nearly two months to combat the coronavirus outbreak even if there is a second wave of Covid-19 cases, the country’s interior minister has said. The country of 11.5 million people effectively closed down in mid-March,...
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
China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
The Chinese embassy put out a notice on its website on Monday, asking those wanting to return home to book tickets in special flights. The move to evacuate its citizens comes in the wake of India emerging as the 10th worst-hit country by the deadly virus, which has infected nearly 1.40 lakh people in India.
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
Maintenance process set in motion at Jubilant Generics
90 employees called to work today to prepare machines for drug production Mysore/Mysuru: Nanjangud-based Jubilant Generics, an extended arm of Jubilant Life Sciences, has been preparing to start operations. The company which was shut due to COVID-19 will resume operations soon with the guidelines by Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR). The State Government has...
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.
A model that estimates tactile properties of surfaces by analyzing images
The ability to estimate the physical properties of objects is of key importance for robots, as it allows them to interact more effectively with their surrounding environment. In recent years, many robotics ...
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...
How SpaceX and NASA are launching astronauts into space during a pandemic
Kennedy Space Center is closed to the public for the launch
Thai researcher eyes affordable, accessible coronavirus vaccine for SE Asia
BANGKOK, May 25 — A researcher leading Thailand’s push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally. Thailand’s government announced last week its plans to have a...
Locust swarms reach MP, farmers brace for pain in kharif season
India has witnessed several locust plagues and upsurges since 1812 to 1997, but there has not been any major locust upsurge since 2011.The insects are known to originate in Arabian Peninsula, and invade India via Rajasthan-Pakistan border, just before the onset of the seasonal monsoon
Kenya announces 72 new cases of Covid19; gov't introduces new safety guideline
Death toll rises to 52
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, ...
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
Thai researcher eyes affordable, accessible coronavirus vaccine for SE Asia
BANGKOK (Reuters) - A researcher leading Thailand’s push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally.
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).
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...
UNILAG centre seeks investment in housing
With housing taking a focal point in response to CoVID-19 pandemic, the Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development (CHSD), University of Lagos has advised the Federal Government to ensure investment in short-term housing.
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
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 ...
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.
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.
COVID19: Pulitzer winning Indian-origin physician, compatriot in NYS commission on economic recovery
Mr. Cuomo on Sunday announced that the state’s Blue-Ribbon Commission, chaired by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, will also focus on improving telehealth and broadband access using new, innovative technologies.
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.
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
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.
India resumes domestic flights amid confusion over Covid-19 rules
Individual states apply varying coronavirus restrictions – from 14-day quarantine to case-by-case assessment of symptoms
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 ...
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.
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
6 coronavirus vaccine developments from Israel to watch
Israeli companies and academies are working feverishly to invent effective inoculations against SARS-CoV-2.
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
J&K tops in COVID-19 testing, says UT govt.
Testing capacity now stands at 8,100 samples per day
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
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...
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.
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.
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.
The coronavirus pandemic highlights the need for a surveillance debate beyond 'privacy'
The coronavirus pandemic has stirred up a surveillance storm. Researchers rush to develop new forms of public health monitoring and tracking, but releasing personal data to private companies and governments ...
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.
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.
Region's high schools graded in new report
The Fraser Institute found schools across Waterloo Region collectively scored higher in academic performance than the province
COVID-19 cases rise in Manipur
Official sources said that the number of cases in Manipur has increased to 32.
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.
FDA relaxes food labeling regulations for pandemic
Food manufacturers will be permitted to substitute ingredients in products without changing the labels. The FDA posted a “temporary flexibility policy” permitting inaccurate labels, cla…
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.
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 ...
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.
AP govt to disburse financial aid of Rs. 5000 to Priests, Pastors and Imams tomorrow
Andhra Pradesh: With the coronavirus taking the toll of mankind throughout the world, people are confined to homes amid lockdown without income.
Manufacturing of PPE, N95 mask ramped up; ensuring quality: Health ministry
The statement comes following some new reports expressing concern about the quality of personal protective equipment (PPE) coverall
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.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
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.
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.
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.
Coronavirus: Nobel winner attacks lack of British leadership
Britain has been left to play catch up and firefight its way through the coronavirus pandemic due to a “desperate” … Coronavirus: Nobel winner attacks lack of British leadership Read More »
Safety, hygiene concerns at COVID-19 centre in Ghatkopar
Patients recovering from virus, newly infected share rooms and bathing facilities, says inmate
No new cases of coronavirus recorded in Derby
Sadly two more deaths were reported at our local hospitals
Early take-off: On resumption of air travel
With no consensus on health monitoring of passengers among States, travel remains risky
Powerlifter gives back to Surrey healthcare workers during COVID-19 pandemic
Sumeet Sharma aims to visit all Lower Mainland hospitals, including Peace Arch, to deliver food
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
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.
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
World Rugby study advises removal of reset scrums to reduce Covid-19 risk
Upright face-to-face tackles could be eliminated in bid to stop spread of virus
Govt inquiry warns Australia bushfires not a 'one-off event'; Warns frequency of events 'increasing'
An inquiry into Australia's recent bushfires that scorched an area larger than most nations and displaced thousands opened Monday, with a stark warning that such disasters would become longer and
Sir David Attenborough reminds us about climate change during coronavirus
He hopes we place a renewed importance on the climate.
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.
RIMS Director rebuts allegations
Staff upset with steps taken to streamline operations, he says
Hornets to reopen training facility for volunteer individual workouts Tuesday
Currently, there has not been any approved plan as to when and how the league will continue its season.
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 ...
Chinese expats deliver 1,000 ‘love packages’ to UAE workers
Community gathers round to help those affected by pandemic in Deira
Dutch government finds second mink-to-human coronavirus transmission
The Dutch agriculture ministry on Monday said it had found what it believes to be a second case of a human becoming infected with the new coronavirus after coming in contact with a mink that had the
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 ...
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.
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.
Father, son among four new COVID-19 patients in Kozhikode
They returned from Chennai on May 11 by a private vehicle
Covid-19: Malaysian Medical Association calls for extra preventive measures, testing of foreign workers
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Extra preventive measures should be taken to stop the spread of Covid-19 among the workforce, especially foreign workers, said the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA). Its president Dr N Ganabaskaran said more emphasis should be given to safe physical distancing, the...
Eight regions not ready for stage 2 of quarantine easing in Ukraine – health ministry
This is evidenced by the epidemic stats as of May 25.
Can You Catch the Coronavirus From Handling Cash? Here's What Experts Say
Several experts refute arguments that physical banknotes may be more dangerous than we think, as the risk of the coronavirus is increasing.
'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
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.
Coach Andre Pederneiras tests positive for COVID-19
Nova Uniao founder and leader Andre Pederneiras tested positive for coronavirus and is isolated from his family.
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
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.
No new coronavirus deaths announced in Liverpool hospitals
A welcome reprieve for the city, although other areas in Merseyside recorded new deaths
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.
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...
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.
There were fears packed Tokyo could become a hotbed for the virus
Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after new cases slowed to a crawl. Compared with hard-hit areas in Europe, the United States, Russia and Brazil, Japan has been spared the worst of the
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
COVID-19 hits Zee Media headquarters in Noida; building sealed
Zee Media, which has been reeling under the COVID-19 crisis since May 15, has been sealed after six fresh cases were reported on Sunday.
Producers Guild of India suggests stringent rules for film production
Exhaustive SOPs provided for every department from casting and costumes to editing and voice overs.
PM Shinzo Abe declares end to Japan's coronavirus emergency
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has lifted a state of emergency in Tokyo and four other areas that were still under coronavirus restrictions, gradually reopening the world's third-largest economy and calling on people to adapt to a "new normal".
In Philippine slums, heat, hunger take a toll under lockdown
MANILA (Reuters) - One by one, Michelle Asinto’s six children take the plate of rice doused in soy sauce and eat their share before passing it 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
Mindanao's trademark abaca paper is now a face mask
Tests by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region 10 show that the abaca fiber mask has a filtration rate 7 times better than cloth masks and has lower water absorption than N95 masks
More healthcare providers test positive for COVID-19 in Chennai
Doctors, nurses and paramedical staff among the worst-hit, say officials
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.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Worst attack in 27 years: Swarms of locusts destroy crops across north India
Locust swarms entered India from Pakistan where they flew in from Iran last year. From Rajasthan, locusts entered Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and UP. Punjab has also put its farmers on alert.
Study by Saudi Arabia to examine effect of heat on coronavirus
The study is being conducted by the Saudi Ministry of Health
'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.
Covid-19 crisis has lessons for agencies on how to respond, come together and collaborate: Deshmukh
Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh said every effort was being made to minimise risk for police personnel, who were on the ground and involved in efforts to mitigate the crisis, and make the best possible treatment available for those who have tested positive.
Karan Johar's Two House Helps Test Positive For Coronavirus
Karan Johar said that two members of his household staff have tested positive for COVID-19. He informed everyone that he and his family members will remain under self-isolation for the next fourteen days.
Japan lifts coronavirus state of emergency in all remaining areas
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to
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
South Korea to require masks on transit, flights | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
BANGKOK >> South Koreans will be required to wear masks when using public transportation and taxis nationwide starting Tuesday as authorities look for more ways to slow the spread of the coronavirus as people increase their public activities.
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.
Coronavirus | 103 more COVID-19 positive cases detected in Odisha
96 of them are migrant workers who returned recently, says government
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.
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.
Corona Infected figure Reaches 56349 in Pakistan, 1167 Deaths Reported so far -
The total number of infected people rose to 56,349 on Monday after 1,748 new cases of corona virus infected were
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.
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.
COVID-19: UAE reports 3 deaths, 822 new coronavirus cases and 601 recoveries
UAE’s total confirmed coronavirus infections have risen to 30,307
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
New wave of cholera cases hits Turkana West
Governor Nanok said all the cases have been contained and no deaths recorded.
WHO halts hydroxychloroquine trial for coronavirus amid safety fears
Malaria drug taken by Trump could raise risk of death and heart problems, study shows
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
WHO announces it will temporarily suspend hydroxychloroquine trials for COVID-19 treatment
The World Health Organization announced a pause in hydroxychloroquine trials at a Monday press conference.
WHO pauses study of hydroxychloroquine in global trial
The study has enrolled 3,500 patients in at least 17 countries since March
“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
Covid-19: WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine, after study shows it increases mortality rate
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the trial was being suspended ‘while the safety is reviewed’.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
Internationalization of Higher Education in the GCC Countries
Education is an important area of social life, shaping the intellectual and cultural state of society. In the context of globalization, the challenges of time give rise to new trends in it, one of which is internationalization. This process has already swept the whole world, including Arab countries. Some of them, especially the Gulf states, […]
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
South African mine closes after over 100 workers test positive for COVID-19
The 4km-deep mine will now be deep-cleaned.
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after new cases slowed to a crawl.
Ghana close to easing virus restrictions
The country banned social gatherings on March 15.
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
COVID-19: Hundreds test positive at meatpacking plant in Brazil
SAO PAULO: Hundreds of meatpacking workers at a single BRF SA plant in southern Brazil have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the company ...
CAO decision time: What should you study at college?
Students have until July 1st to submit their final third level course options to the CAO
Brit teacher in Cambodia told by docs to cough up £20k or lose his infected lung
Anthony Igoe, 31, from Clydebank, Scotland, has picked up two bacterial infections while on holiday with partner Alana Fonseca, who claims insurance firm Cigna is refusing to pay
South Carolina teen creates business to help with mask shortage caused by COVID-19
A South Carolina teen decided to start his own mask business to help with the shortage caused by COVID-19.
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.
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.
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
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.
WHO suspends trial of drug Donald Trump had been taking over safety fears
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced it is suspending a trial of hydroxychloroquine in coronavirus patients over safety concerns.
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, ...
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.
WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine as Covid-19 treatment over safety concerns
The World Health Organization said Monday that it had "temporarily" suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloriquine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 being carried out across a range of countries as a precautionary measure.
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.
Coronavirus: Details on test, trace, isolate still to be released, admits First Minister
Key details of the Scottish Government's test, trace and isolate plans "vital" to the next phase of lockdown restrictions being rolled out will not be revealed until days before the review takes place.
Karan Johar confirms two household members test positive for coronavirus
Filmmaker Karan Johar has confirmed that two members of his household have tested positive for coronavirus. Taking to Twitter, Johar said that his domestic staff had been diagnosed with the illness. However, he did inform his fans that his family was fine, including mother Hiroo and children, Yash and Roohi. He said, “I’d like to […]
UCD academics call for virus safety incentives for businesses
Study shows businesses that invest in workplace safety 20% more likely to ‘go under’
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where COVID-19 declining
WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where COVID-19 declining
Education in a self-reliant India! Best teachers cannot always reach grassroots, digital content can
The proposed reforms could lead to a positive shift in the quality of education. Currently, even though we live in an era of online education, digital accessibility is an issue.
Ethiopia records highest daily Covid-19 rise with 88 new cases
Thirteen are said to have travel history from abroad.
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
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.
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.
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
Fresh Covid-19 cases in Sikkim, Arunachal, 64 more in Assam
Sikkim reported its first coronavirus case and Arunachal Pradesh a fresh case while Assam registered 64 new cases in the past 24 hours,
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.
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.
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.
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
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
Ragini Dwivedi reaches out to corona warriors
Ragini Dwivedi has been busy during the lockdown.
Holness pledges $750,000 to support NCU students affected by COVID-19
Prime Minister Andrew has pledged three quarters of $1 million from his Positive Jamaica Foundation to the Northern Caribbean University's Alumni to fund scholarships and grants for students affected by COVID-19. In a message...
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
Covid-19 claims 8th life in Nagpur, cases at 426
Nagpur: A Mominpura based man succumbed to the novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) while an SRPF Jawan deployed under Lakadganj Police Station and another pregnant woman reportedly tested positive for the virus borne disease on Monday. With the latest development, the cases of Corona Virus have surged to 426. Though, over 300 patients have successfully treated […]
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.
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.
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.
‘Significant Advance’ In Detecting Small, Early-Stage Tumors On MRIs
Researchers celebrate creation of a new technique to pinpoint cancer.
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
Young people form NGO to inspire other youth
MANDEVILLE, Manchester — Aspirar JA, a non-governmental organisation based in Manch...
COVID-19: The Revival Must Start With Education By Seun Awogbenle
Technology must be at the heart of our new reforms, including improving access to the internet and ensuring that data is affordable for the greatest number of our population. One of the numerous impact of COVID-19 is that all over the world, teaching and learning won’t remain the same and Nigeria cannot afford to be left behind.
Nagaland reports 1st corona cases, Assam sees spike in 24 hrs
KOHIMA/GUWAHATI/AGATALA: After Sikkim, Nagaland reported its first coronavirus case when three people, who returned from Chennai, tested positive on Monday while in neighbouring Assam 116 new cases were reported in the past 24 hours, taking the state
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.
Deportees from Kuwait tested negative for the coronavirus – Aviation Minister
Joseph Kofi Adda, the Aviation Minister, has disclosed that the deportees from Kuwait on Saturday tested negative for the novel Coronavirus.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
DHET: Preparations under way to welcome students back at universities
Minister Blade Nzimande over the weekend announced that under level three, a maximum of 33% of students would be allowed back on campus and those in their final year would be prioritised.
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
TMC gets another officer to tackle Corona cases
IAS officer Ranjit Kumar to assist civic chief
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.
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.
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.
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…
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
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.
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.
Coronavirus Hits 2 More Schools; Netanyahu Warns of Potential Second Wave
“We must prepare for a second wave of the coronavirus, which is expected to be much more lethal."
Federal coronavirus testing plan puts burden on states
The 81-page document from the Department of Health and Human Services comes as the U.S. death toll from the pandemic is approaching 100,000.
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
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 →
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
'You can drink, but you can't smoke,' Cyril Ramaphosa tells South Africans as lockdown is relaxed
South Africans will be allowed to buy and sell alcoholic beverages on June 1 after a ban on liquor that lasted more than 60 days.
The Pandemic Is Exposing the Limits of Science
The financial crisis tarnished the field of economics. Will the coronavirus do the same for medicine?
Welcome to the flight, I'm your air-hostess, not a nurse
Flight crew will be clothed head to toe to prevent spread of Covid-19
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
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.
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
Interns on COVID-19 duty in Ujjain demand stipends
Students of a private medical college face legal action for staying away from work
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: 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
WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 treatment over safety concerns
Using the drug on COVID-19 patients could increase their likelihood of dying: WHO
Two of Karan Johar's household staff test coronavirus-positive, filmmaker says he tested negative
Filmmaker Karan Johar said that two members of his household staff had tested positive for the novel coronavirus.
COVID-19: Karan Johar in self-isolation after household staff tests positive
Filmmaker says family tested negative but they will self-isolate
Medical aid costs shrink but Covid-19 costs are still unknown
Fewer elective surgeries and doctors’ visits save millions, but hospitalisation of Covid patients will negate these savings.
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.
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.
White House goal on testing nursing homes unmet | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
RICHMOND, Va. >> 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.
Welcome to Puerto Rico, now line up for your coronavirus screening | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico >> Known for its world-class beaches, laid-back vibe and status as a natural-disaster magnet, Puerto Rico is hoping to make another name for itself: innovator in pandemic travel.
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.
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...
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. ...
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
Ethiopia records highest daily virus cases
Thirteen are said to have travel history from abroad.
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.
The Political Fix: What has India’s stringent Covid-19 lockdown actually achieved?
A weekly newsletter on Indian policy and politics from Scroll.in.
MOH to discuss establishing special care centres for children of Covid-19 frontliners, says deputy minister
TAIPING, May 25 — The Health Ministry will hold discussions to establish a special care centres for children of frontline personnel involved in managing the Covid-19 outbreak. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali said he was aware of complaints from frontline staff who could not send...
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...
Tenants urged to allow safety checks
Fears that many are refusing to have the vital annual safety checks carried out over coronavirus concerns
Safaricom Foundation Partners With Scope International to Install Sanitation Booths in 6 Counties
Safaricom in partnership with Scope International have installed sanitation booths in the counties of Homabay, Siaya, Migori, Kisii, Bungoma and Busia to help curb the spread of COVID-19.The sanitat
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
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
Number of coronavirus cases at Dutch meatpacking plant jumps to 147
The number of people diagnosed with the coronavirus at a Dutch pork processing plant near the German border has jumped to 147 since it was closed last week and workers asked to go into quarantine. The Vion plant in Groenlo, located east of Arnhem and west of the northern German city of Muenster, employs
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.”
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.
Removing soft toys from classrooms or banning children from touching books when schools reopen is too 'extreme', government expert warns
Professor Robert Dingwall, from Nottingham University, warned the measures were 'extreme' and risked making children 'miserable' when they are finally allowed back into class.
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,
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
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...
Four more test positive for COVID-19 in Ladakh, tally crosses 50-mark
The Rising Kashmir provides the most comprehensive coverage news, breaking news,videos, information on Kashmir, politics, cricket and more.
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.
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.
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
Nnamdi Azikiwe varsity hospital records first case of COVID-19
Prof. Anthony Igwegbe, Chief Medical Director of the hospital, disclosed this on Monday.
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 ...
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
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.
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.
89 persons including 45 returnees from Gulf countries test positive for COVID-19 in Andhra
So far, 62 foreign returnees have tested positive upon returning to the State as part of Vande Bharat Mission.
Belgium will not return to tough lockdown: minister
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Belgium will not return to the strict measures imposed for nearly two months to combat the coronavirus outbreak even if there is a second wave of COVID-19 cases, the country’s interior minister has said.
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after new cases slowed to a crawl. Compared to
Coronavirus Australia latest: at a glance
A summary of the major developments in the coronavirus outbreak across Australia
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
Yemeni gravediggers overwhelmed amid spike in COVID-19 deaths
‘This is something strange, we’ve never seen it before’
IIT-Bhubaneswar develops new technology for conducting exams online, runs mock test of 240 students across country
The Indian Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar, has created a method of conducting detailed examinations online. The institute claims that this method can be deployed to hold all of types of examinations.
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.
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?
A way forward for Jewish Day Schools in today's new world - Opeds
Experts weigh in on what to do so that US Jewish Day Schools can open safely in September, and what Israel's schools can do now. Op-ed..
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.
Trump says he's no longer taking hydroxychloroquine
President Trump said he has finished taking hydroxychloroquine, an anti-malaria drug he took to protect against the coronavirus.
Battling Covid-19: Denmark keen to share best practices with India
Both countries to share best practices, exchange information in medical research, testing kits, vaccine development
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..
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.
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
China to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
The move to evacuate its citizens comes in the wake of India emerging as the 10th worst-hit country by the deadly virus, which has infected nearly 1.40 lakh people in India.People opting to return China will have to accept all quarantine, epidemic prevention arrangements during the flight as well as after entering China
A ‘silver’ fish from Velankanni
The new freshwater species, Puntius sanctus, grows to only 7 cm
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...
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.
Mongolia to maintain strict virus regulations ‘until vaccine found’
ULAANBAATAR, May 25 — Mongolia will maintain strict coronavirus regulations until a vaccine is found, the prime minister said today, raising the prospect of the country being locked down for months to come. Wedged between Russia and China, landlocked Mongolia on March 12 become one of the first...
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
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
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
Japan is set to remove a coronavirus state of emergency from Tokyo and four other prefectures on Monday, allowing businesses to gradually resume.
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.
Russia records its highest daily death toll from the coronavirus as its number of new cases appears to decline
Russia recorded 8,599 new cases 153 new deaths on Sunday linked to the coronavirus, raising its overall death toll to 3,541.
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.
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.
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...
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.
Despite risks, we're not too fussed about facial recognition
Survey finds most Australians are comfortable with the rise of software that can spot a face in the crowd despite lingering concerns about the dangers.
ANA to require all passengers to wear face masks aboard aircraft from June
One of Japan's major airlines plans to make the wearing of face masks compulsory as the industry shifts toward operating in a new coronavirus pandemic normal. From June, All Nippon Airways Co will require all passengers to wear face masks inside airports and aboard aircraft. Anyone who refuses will be…
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.
Japan's small clinics driven to brink as virus-wary patients stay home
TOKYO (Reuters) - 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.
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.
COVID-19: Senior sanitation supervisor at AIIMS dies
A canteen worker also died of the pandemic in the past week.
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 ...
Despite risks, we're not too fussed about facial recognition
Survey finds most Australians are comfortable with the rise of software that can spot a face in the crowd despite lingering concerns about the dangers.
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
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,
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.
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
Swarms of locusts enter in Jaipur residential areas
Swarms of locusts entered some residential areas of the city on Monday, presenting the local people with an unusual sight. Locusts normally affect districts in western Rajasthan but this time the swarms have travelled as far as Jaipur city. The swarms later headed towards the Dausa district.
Steve Hilton: There won't be a coronavirus recovery unless we reopen schools now
If children can't go to school, parents can't go to work.
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.
FG establishes 12 research 'centres of excellence' in Nigerian universities
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the establishment of the first set of 12 TETFund "centres of excellence", two in each of the six geopolitical
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.
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.
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'.
India faces worst locust swarm attack in decades: What does it mean for agri economy?
So far, locusts have been controlled in more than 14,000 hectares of land in Rajasthan and Punjab, says Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
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 ...
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.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan has so far avoided the large outbreaks experienced in the US and Europe despite softer restrictions.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japan has so far avoided the large outbreaks experienced in the US and Europe despite softer restrictions.
India coronavirus dispatch: The chances of catching Covid-19 on a plane
From the role of a constitutional court, to why increasing indebtedness is not the wisest solution, and the chances of catching Covid-19 on a plane - read these and more in today's India dispatch
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.
Andhra Pradesh Latest COVID-19 Updates
AMARAVATHI: Andhra Pradesh on Saturday reported 44 new cases of novel coronavirus on Sunday taking the state's tally to 2,671. According to the state health bulletin released on Monday, 10,240
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
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.
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.
Japan lifts state of emergency for Tokyo, 4 other prefectures
Japan lifted a nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-largest economy as government officials warned caution was still necessary to prevent another wave. "We had very stringent criteria for lifting the state of emergency. We have judged that we have met this," Prime…
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.
Coronavirus Bracelets Are Ready to Snitch on Workers
A crop of “new” body-worn devices issue alerts about hospital patients, the quarantined, people under house arrest, and workers who fail to social distance.
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.
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: Saudi Arabia enters new phase in virus war
Commitment is the key to safety, says minister
Georgetown coach and NBA legend Patrick Ewing home from hospital recovering from COVID-19
Georgetown coach Patrick Ewing has been discharged from the hospital and is home recovering after being diagnosed with COVID-19.
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.
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.
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.
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
Balan warns of community spread
‘Several persons in home quarantine have violated norms’
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
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
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.
Locals protest over hedgerow cutting – in National Biodiversity Week
Council workers moved on to cut grass only
A mink may have infected a second Dutch worker with coronavirus, agriculture minister says
A second farm worker in the Netherlands is likely to have been infected with coronavirus by a mink, but risk of further contagion is deemed “negligible.”
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.
Coronavirus | Low volume of cases but more affected areas
Health officials are looking out for some areas where there could be community transmission.
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.
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...
COVID-19 patients in East Java hospital demand to be let out for Idul Fitri
COVID-19 patients at the Slamet Martodirjo regional hospital in Pamekasan, East Java, have demanded to be allowed to celebrate Idul Fitri at home with their families, with some resorting to extreme measures.
NZ Can Look To East Asia To Prepare For Next Pandemic
Wellington, 25 May 2020 - To prepare for the next virus pandemic, New Zealand has plenty to learn from the successes of three East Asian states, according to a summary report from The New Zealand Initiative.
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 ...
English hospital shuts its doors as coronavirus cases surge
Boris Johnson’s government expected to announce further loosening of lockdown curbs
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.
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".
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.
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...
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
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 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.
EU commissioner: Coronavirus immunity certificates aren’t reliable
People ‘deserve a break, a breath of fresh air, a chance to travel,’ says health commissioner.
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.
Nyandarua abandons theatre project
County Commissioner Boaz Cherutich says 75 people have been quarantined.
Shaping Africa’s urban areas to withstand future pandemics
Astrid R.N. Haas, the Policy Director, at the International Growth Centre explains: The power of cities comes from the number of interactions they enable, between people, firms and markets – they are centres of social interaction. For all their virtues, however, cities have a major downside. They are a fertile ground for contagion, such as …
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.
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
Japan lifts national state of emergency
Japan has lifted its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus, after new cases slowed to a crawl in the country with the world's third-biggest economy.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
The prime minister of Japan has lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and the remaining areas of the country, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Maharashtra accounts for a third of all cases, shapes Covid map
Unlike many other states, the growth of infections in Maharashtra has been unabated, and it never had any “passive” phase.
AIIMS Sanitation Supervisor Died due to Coronavirus, Posted in OPD -
A sanitation supervisor of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) died due to corona virus, he was 58 years
State govt to come up with new SOP:CS
With three persons testing positive for COVID-19, the State government is working on a new standard operating procedure (SOP) and is expected to be released soon.
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.
Coronavirus: Senior UAE health officials visit Expo Centre Field Hospital
Visit was undertaken to boost morale of health professionals and patients
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.
Ukraine's Mriya giant brings medical cargo to Canada to fight COVID-19 (Photo, video)
The total weight of the batch is 130 tonnes.
US CDC warns of ‘aggressive’ rats searching for food during shutdowns
Humans are not the only ones who miss dining out.
Thailand enters race for Covid-19 vaccine
At least eight vaccines are in clinical trials with humans
Don’t let Big Tech turn the world into a China, Noam Chomsky warns
He is referring to China's social credit system that tracks citizens to award/deduct points on a score determining one's access to services.
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.
France promises ‘significant’ pay hikes for health workers
PARIS, May 25 — Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said today 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. “I can say without any ambiguity, the increase will be significant,” Philippe said...
To focus on floods now, Assam wants to close home-bound movements by June 30
Assam government wants to wrap up the process of receiving the home-bound people of the state from outside and of their subsequent quarantine by June
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 ...
Worst attack in 27 years: Swarms of locusts destroy crops in several states
Locust swarms entered India from Pakistan and have made their way into Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra.
Japan’s Abe says COVID-19 vaccine a priority for Olympics | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says the swift development of vaccines and effective treatments for COVID-19 are priorities towards achieving the Tokyo Olympics next year.
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.
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.
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.
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
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...
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...
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
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. ..
'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 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.
AI Robot Enforces Social Distancing At S. Korean Coffee Shop
A smart factory in South Korea developed an artificial intelligence solution to help people stay socially distanced and keep the coronavirus contained as the country reopens.
Coronavirus: European nations easing restrictions confident they can avoid second wave
They don't want to re-introduce lockdowns.
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.
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.
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
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...
Ebus ready to roll again
Ebus has announced it is relaunching service starting June 4.
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.
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.
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...
NPA to start online classes from today
137 probationers to attend three classes for at least four hours a day as part of Phase-II training
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
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
Coronavirus Live Tracker: India records highest ever spike of 6,977 COVID-19 cases, 154 deaths in 24 hours
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Tracker India
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
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 ...
Japan ends state of emergency
Economy Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura told reporters that experts on a government-commissioned panel approved the plan to end the state of emergency that has lasted for more than a month and a half.
With first day of Hari Raya over, Malaysians reminded no more Aidilfitri visits during CMCO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Going into the second day of the month of Syawal today means that under the Conditional movement control order (CMCO), people are no longer allowed to continue the tradition of Aidilfitri visits. As part of the move to curb the spread of Covid-19, the government has allowed...
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
The measure has been in place in the city since April 7.
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.
Quarantine plan would devastate aviation sector
Sir, – As an island nation and open economy, we are dependent on aviation as a critical artery for the life-blood of trade and tourism for our future prosperity.
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.
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.
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.
Valley doctor walking 125 miles for patients
A Valley doctor hopes to raise awareness for patient care one mile at a time.
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.
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.
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.
China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in Covid cases
The move to evacuate its citizens comes in the wake of India emerging as the 10th worst-hit country by the deadly virus, which has infected nearly 1.40 lakh people in India.
COVID-19: NHL hoping to move to Phase 2 of return-to-play protocol in early June
If the Phase 2 plan gets the green light, on-ice sessions will be non-contact and involve up to six players, who will be expected to maintain physical distancing at all times
MSNBC's Dr. Vin Gupta: Make Masks Mandatory Like Smoking Bans
Dr. Vin Gupta suggested wearing masks should be mandatory to combat further spread of Chinese coronavirus.
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.
WHO warns 'immediate second peak' of coronavirus threatens countries that reopen too soon
The World Health Organization said on Monday that parts of the world where coronavirus infection rates are declining may face an “immediate second peak” if they prematurely loosen restrictions to s…
Help to eradicate WC’s 18,000-test backlog, Mkhize – Winde
The province had 14,978 confirmed cases of Covid-19, according to Monday's statement. Of these, 7,221 people had recovered, and 318 people had died.
Opinion: Quarantine was supposed to buy Ontario time. The province squandered it
The government was supposed to develop robust testing, contact tracing and messaging
Violation of multiple SoPs led to fatal PIA plane crash
Pilot was way beyond safe landing speed and altitude as close as 4 nautical miles
Early identification helped Nagpur, says civic chief Tukaram Mundhe
Nagpur: Over 75 per cent of people who got infected with novel coronavirus in Nagpur have since recovered and been discharged, and the death rate of 2 per cent is also among the best in Maharashtra and the country, Municipal Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe said on Monday. He said measures like early identification, tracing, isolation, treatment […]
Engineering colleges to offer a bouquet of new courses this year
Students who wish to pursue undergraduate engineering degrees will have ample options in emerging and cutting-edge technologies this year.
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.
Positive AAP MLA on road of recovery, will donate plasma
Days after being tested positive for coronavirus, AAP MLA Vishesh Ravi is now on the road to recovery and has been tested negative on May 23. He will also donate plasma for the treatment of other Covid positive patients. The Karol Bagh MLA had been actively involved in Covid relief work in his
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
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.
Health organisations say children under one at risk of diseases amid COVID-19
GENEVA, Switzerland (CMC) — Several health organisations are warning that children ...
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.
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...
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.
A “Replication Crisis?” No, It’s Academic Demagoguery
What’s the deal with the “replication crisis” in social science?
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: International Chamber of Commerce passes landmark AOKpass declaration to protect health data in an era of invasive COVID-10 tracking apps
The International Chamber of Commerce recently presented its AOKpass declaration to safeguard health data in the context of privacy and data security issues with the current crop of COVID-19 tracking apps.
President Sisi follows up probe into doctor’s death from COVID-19
The investigation has been launched upon President Sisi’s directives.
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.
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.
The leader in distance learning and research
Massey University which was established in 1927 is the only university in New Zealand which offers a degree in Aviation, Dispute Resolution, Veterinary Medicine and Nanoscience.
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow down
The country has been spared the worst of the pandemic.
WHO fears 'silent' virus epidemic unless Africa prioritises testing
“My first point for Africa, my first concern, is that a lack of testing is leading to a silent epidemic in Africa. So we must continue to push leaders to prioritize testing,” special envoy Samba Sow told a news conference.
Japan set to end Tokyo’s state of emergency
Experts on a special government panel have approved a plan to remove a coronavirus state of emergency from Tokyo and four other remaining prefectures.
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.
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
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.
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.
Michigan virus cases, deaths rise by a very small margin
Michigan posted small increases in coronavirus cases and COVID-19 deaths Monday.
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.
10 fresh cases of Covid in Himachal, tally rises to 196
Inching towards the 200 mark, Himachal Pradesh recorded 10 more cases of Covid-19 on Sunday, taking the tally in the state to 196. Two coronavirus patients from Bilaspur district have recovered from the disease on Sunday, Additional Chief Secretary (Health) R D Dhiman said. Four of the fresh cases
Another South India returnee tests positive for Covid-19 infection
TURA: Barely a week since Garo Hills registered its first case of Covid-19 infection detected in a returnee from the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, another woman who accompanied her has also been tested positive on Monday, raising the total num
Mauritius records 2 new COVID-19 cases after month-long lull
The Indian Ocean island nation initially surged ahead of other East African countries in terms of caseload, hitting a peak of 332 just shy of six weeks into its outbreak.
Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today
Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today
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.
There Were Zero Covid-19 Deaths In Ireland Today
There was very good news news this evening as Dr Tony Holohan confirmed there were no deaths from coronavirus in this country over the past 24 hours.There were 59 new...
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
5 important things happening in South Africa today
Lockdown level 3 is too little too late, say critics; scientists and academics rally behind professor who dared criticise government; World Health Organisation predicts over 23,600 deaths in South Africa due to Covid-19; and teachers unions push back against plans to re-open schools, saying things are not ready.
SC education leader wants more summer school money
South Carolina's top education official wanted $115 million for summer school programs to get some of the state's most vulnerable students back on track after missing at least 10 weeks of in-person cl
Covid-19 diagnosed trucker escapes from quarantine
Charmaine Ngatjiheue and Sonia SmithHEALTH minister Kalumbi Shangula on Sunday morning confirmed a positive case of covid-19 at Walvis Bay.
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.
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...
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
ADANKHALIF: Covid-19 has exposed e-Learning gaps
Unequal access to the digital space locks out thousands of children, especially in the marginalised areas.
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
EDITORIAL: Reopening country is inevitable for survival
Kenya has to rebuild the economy and institutions ravaged by the pandemic.
Our universities need to change for an as yet unimagined future
South Africa needs to build national capacity for an economy that needs skills that are radical and complex. In order to facilitate this, we need to ‘decolumnise’ campuses from the grand colosseums to a vibrant, insightful, smart network of decentralised partners.
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.
Universities plan smaller classes and online lectures in return after coronavirus lockdown
Universities are planning to reopen student campuses from next month as they start to adapt to life after the coronavirus pandemic.
Further four deaths and 57 new cases of coronavirus
A further four people who had been diagnosed with Covid-19 have died.
Americans spend holiday at beaches and parks as virus death toll nears 100,000
(Reuters) - Americans sunbathed on beaches, fished from boats and strolled on boardwalks this holiday weekend, even as the U.S. death toll from COVID-19 fast approaches 100,000.
How HomeServe has had to adapt to ensure it is there for customers
The boss of home repairs firm HomeServe today paid tribute to the efforts of his staff to ensure essential emergency work is carried out in people’s homes.
Coronavirus: United States bans travel from Brazil
Latin American country has nearly 350,000 Covid-19 cases with 22,000 deaths
A world redrawn: US coronavirus response fatally ‘chaotic,’ says Noam Chomsky
The United States is on a chaotic path with no federal plan against the coronavirus pandemic as it reduces public health funding and ignores the advances of climate change, according to activist scholar Noam Chomsky, considered the founder of modern linguistics.
MMRCL to set up two COVID-19 care facilities
Amid the rising number of coronavirus cases in the city, Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRCL) said it is setting up two COVID care facilities. MMRC on Sunday said it is constructing two COVID care
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 →
Tampa Bay area agencies forced to reevaluate hurricane season plans due to COVID-19
Hurricane preparations are being be reevaluated almost daily as new information comes out with COVID-19.
After Boney Kapoor, Two Members Of Karan Johar’s Household Staff Test Positive For Covid-19
Two members of Karan Johar’s household staff have tested positive for the Covid-19. Karan Johar shared that the rest of the staff and family are not showing any symptoms.
Italy reports 92 coronavirus deaths on Monday, just 300 new infections
Deaths from the COVID-19 epidemic in Italy climbed by 92 on Monday, against 50 the day before, the Civil Protection Agency said, while the daily tally of new cases dropped to just 300 from 531 on Sunday. Sunday's daily death toll did not include fatalities from the worst-affected Lombardy region
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.
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.
Insist on institutional quarantine for expats: IMA
Kerala govt. warned of losing the battle against virus
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 ...
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.
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.
WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine as Covid-19 treatment over safety concerns
Europe News: The World Health Organization said Monday that it had "temporarily" suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloriquine as a potential treatment for COVID
China's bat woman warns that COVID-19 is 'just the tip of the iceberg' of unknown deadly viruses as she defends work of Wuhan virus lab amid claims of cover-up
Shi Zhengli, the deputy director of the Wuhan Institute of Virology also known as China's 'bat woman', has said called for more international corporation when fighting deadly viruses.
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.
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…
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.
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.
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.
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.
Reducing neighborhood crime: Place management of alcohol outlets
Recent research suggests that neighborhood crime may be reduced by enhancing 'place management' resources in and around off-premise alcohol sales outlets, particularly at small and independent stores.
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
Hataman bats for 'new normal' in education
Deputy Speaker and Basilan Rep. MujivHataman made this call to the Department of Education as the education sector, parents and students preparE for the next school year amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide.
Number of coronavirus cases at Dutch meatpacking plant jumps to 147
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - The number of people diagnosed with the coronavirus at a Dutch pork processing plant near the German border has jumped to 147 since it was closed last week and workers asked to go into quarantine.
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.
Japan PM Abe: to lift state of emergency for all of Japan today
TOKYO- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday that the state of emergency will be lifted for all of Japan and that the country managed to get the spread of the virus under control in under two months.
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.
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'
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.