Catch SpaceX Launch NASA Astronauts Into Space For The First Time

The first launch window is set at 4.33pm ET on Wednesday, 27 May 2020.

SpaceX, NASA, astronauts making final preparations: 'We're go for launch'

SpaceX is making final preparations for the Demo-2 mission to launch NASA astronauts from U.S. soil for the first time since 2011.

NASA, SpaceX ready for astronauts' historic launch from U.S.

ORLANDO, Fla., May 27 (UPI) -- Two NASA astronauts are scheduled to lift off toward the International Space Station late Wednesday afternoon, marking the first time in nine years that a mission with a crew on board has been launched from American soil.

Weather better for historic SpaceX launch of NASA astronauts

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — The weather is looking up for SpaceX's first astronaut launch, as officials vow to keep crew safety the top priority.

Weather better for historic SpaceX launch of NASA astronauts

The last time astronauts launched from Florida was on NASA's final space shuttle flight in July 2011. Hurley was the pilot of that mission.

Elon Musk's SpaceX is taking two NASA astronauts to orbit tonight. Here's everything you need to know

SpaceX has never taken people to space before.

SpaceX readies for blast-off with NASA astronauts aboard

NASA is finally ready to go – or as ready as they can be to strap two people on top of a 500-ton rocket filled with combustible fuel

SpaceX readies for blast-off with NASA astronauts aboard

KENNEDY SPACE CENTRE: Gray skies loomed over Florida's Atlantic coast on Tuesday (May 26), just one day before two astronauts were set to blast ...

Here's How You Can Watch SpaceX's Historic First Launch of NASA Astronauts Live

On Wednesday at 4:33 pm ET, SpaceX plans to rocket its first people into orbit since Elon Musk founded the company 18 years ago.

Updated: SpaceX Historic First Launch With NASA Astronauts Is Happening Right Now

Today is the day. At 4:33 pm ET, SpaceX is on track to become the first private space company to deliver NASA astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS).

SpaceX launch of NASA astronauts tonight is 'a new era in spaceflight'

NASA and SpaceX have teamed up for the Demo-2 blast-off which will send two astronauts to the International Space Station in the Crew Dragon capsule atop the Falcon 9 rocket

How NASA’s astronauts became SpaceX’s customers | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

It took work across three presidencies, those of George W. Bush, Barack Obama and Donald Trump, but the United States is at last prepared once again, after nearly a decade, to launch American astronauts into orbit from American soil on an American-built rocket.

Bad weather delays Space X launch to send two NASA astronauts to ISS

This is the first time a private company launches a manned flight to the International Space Station

Sam Champion's NASA/SpaceX weather forecast for the Kennedy Space Center

Sam Champion has the latest forecast on a line of storms predicted to move through the Cape Canaveral at the time of the launch.

Watch live: NASA, SpaceX ready for astronauts' historic launch from U.S.

ORLANDO, Fla., May 27 (UPI) -- Two NASA astronauts are scheduled to lift off toward the International Space Station late Wednesday afternoon, marking the first time in nine years that a mission with a crew on board has been launched from American soil.

How to watch Nasa and SpaceX’s manned astronaut launch

Launch is due to take place just after 9.30pm UK time.

A SpaceX rocket carrying NASA astronauts will fly over Notts tonight - here's how to see it

You can also watch the launch online

SpaceX to launch astronauts

A SpaceX rocket is ready to boost two NASA astronauts into orbit today, the first launch of Americans from the U.S. in nearly a decade.

NASA, SpaceX Gear Up for Historic Crewed Launch Today

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Nasa puts SpaceX in control for first Cape Canaveral astronaut launch since 2011

Weather conditions look favourable as SpaceX looks set to become the first private company to put humans in orbit.

Nasa puts SpaceX in control for first Cape Canaveral astronaut launch since 2011

With the weather looking up, SpaceX and Nasa officials say crew safety is the top priority for the nation’s first astronaut launch to orbit in nearly a decade.

NASA adding new television views for SpaceX crew launch

EDITOR’S NOTE: Updated to reflect a scrub of the May 27 launch attempt.

SpaceX Delays Launch Of Historic Crew Dragon Spacecraft For NASA After Bad Weather

SpaceX and NASA have delayed the launch of the Crew Dragon spacecraft on a historic mission to the ISS, after poor weather finally halted launch preparations.

NASA, SpaceX postpone historic launch due to weather, reschedule for Saturday

NASA and SpaceX have postponed their historic launch due to inclement weather in Florida. It will now take place on Saturday, weather permitting.

Musk's SpaceX set for debut astronaut mission, renewing NASA's crewed launch program

Ending the US space agency's nine-year hiatus in human spaceflight.

Back in Business: NASA Is Set to Return to Human Spaceflight with Historic SpaceX Launch

Two astronauts will ride a privately built rocket and spacecraft to orbit, marking the first launch of humans from U.S. soil in nearly a decade

President Donal Trump to attend launch of NASA astronauts for the first time in nine years, from America

Astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken are scheduled to blast off on Thursday, 2.00 am IST from launch pad 39A from the Kennedy Space Centre.

Crew Dragon ready for historic launch as NASA looks ahead to next mission

As NASA and SpaceX complete final preparations for the first Crew Dragon mission with astronauts, the agency is already looking ahead to its next mission.

Nasa SpaceX launch - as it happened: Historic liftoff cancelled moments before takeoff over weather

Nasa has postponed its first launch of astronauts from US soil in nine years due to bad weather, just minutes before lift-off.Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley were due to travel to the International Space Station (ISS) on a rocket and capsule system built by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk's

Watch SpaceX Launch People To Space For the First Time Live [Updated]

SpaceX is set to mark a huge milestone in its own company history, with a first-ever crewed spaceflight set to take off from Cape Canaveral in Florida later today. From a report: The mission is Commercial Crew Demo-2, the culmination of its Crew Dragon human spacecraft development program, which wil...

Watch live: Astronauts on board SpaceX capsule for historic liftoff

ORLANDO, Fla., May 27 (UPI) -- Two NASA astronauts entered SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule Wednesday afternoon at Kennedy Space Center in Florida in advance of a planned historic liftoff at 4:33 p.m. EDT toward the International Space Station.

SpaceX’s moment of triumph arrives as astronauts ready for US launch

A new era in space begins Wednesday with the launch by SpaceX of two NASA astronauts into space, a capability that for six decades symbolized the power of a handful of states, and which the United States itself had been deprived of for nine years.

SpaceX’s moment of triumph arrives as astronauts ready for US launch

New era begins as US space agency NASA uses private company for mission

Everything you need to know about SpaceX's historic astronaut launch

The stakes have never been higher for Elon Musk's SpaceX. On Wednesday, the company will attempt to launch two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station in a mission called Demo-2.

What is SpaceX as today's launch makes history?

SpaceX is set to make history tonight.

SpaceX launch scrubbed

UPDATE 1:25 p.m. The launch of a SpaceX rocket ship with two NASA astronauts on a history-making flight into orbit has been called off with 16 minutes to go in the countdown because of the danger of lightning.

Mission Control Is Socially Distancing During Today’s SpaceX Launch

Launching a historic rocket launch during a pandemic looks a little different. Mission control is spread out. NASA execs have to sit six feet apart.

Bad weather halts historic Space X launch

Poor weather has forced SpaceX to call off the launch of NASA astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken to the International Space Station (ISS). The two men were due to go up from the Kennedy Space Center in what would have been the first orbital mission from the US in nine years. But unfavorable atmospheric conditions prompted controllers to call a stop just 16 minutes before lift-off. The next opportunity for SpaceX and NASA will come on Saturday. If that's no good, there would be a third opportunity on Sunday. The frustration was that conditions just an hour after the designated launch time of 16:33 EDT were probably acceptable. But this was an instantaneous launch window where the SpaceX Falcon rocket and its Dragon crew capsule had to leave on time or they wouldn't be able to catch the space station. There is great interest in this mission. Not since the retirement of the shuttles in 2011 has America been able to launch its own astronauts into space - a big gap in which the US has had to rely on Russian Soyuz…

Astronauts ready for new era US launch

CENTRE SPATIAL KENNEDY, Etats-Unis, May 27, 2020 (AFP) - A new era in space begins Wednesday with the launch by SpaceX of two NASA astronauts into space, a capability that for six decades symbolized the power of a handful of states, and which the United States itself had been deprived of for nine years.

Poor weather delays SpaceX launch at Cape Canaveral

The first launch of NASA astronauts from US soil in almost a decade has been postponed until Saturday afternoon, just a few minutes before the scheduled lift-off. Possible lightning strikes prompted the delay.

Stormy Weather Delays Historic SpaceX Launch

NASA and SpaceX will try again on Saturday.

ISS commander hails today's SpaceX launch as 'step towards the future'

SpaceX will become the first private company to send astronauts into space

Historic SpaceX launch postponed because of stormy weather

Liftoff was rescheduled for Saturday afternoon because of thunderclouds and the danger of lightning on Wednesday.

'Bummed out': SpaceX launch scrubbed because of bad weather

The launch puts Elon Musk's SpaceX on the cusp of becoming the first private company to put astronauts in orbit.

Historic SpaceX launch postponed because of stormy weather

The launch puts Elon Musk’s SpaceX on the cusp of becoming the first private company to put astronauts in orbit, something achieved by just three countries – Russia, the U.S. and China

2 astronauts to be first launched from US soil in nearly a decade

Liftoff is set for 1:33 p.m. PDT from the same spot at Kennedy Space Center where men flew to the moon and the last space shuttle blasted off in 2011.

Historic SpaceX launch delayed by poor weather about 20 minutes before takeoff

SpaceX's landmark launch to the International Space Station was postponed Wednesday due to poor weather with around 20 minutes to go until takeoff. The next launch window is on Saturday.

First astronaut launch since 2011 still a go despite weather concerns

Weather conditions threatening to scrub the nation’s first astronaut launch in nine years are improving, NASA said Tuesday.

Crew Dragon DEMO-2 mission ready for new era for human spaceflight

The first human spaceflight to launch from American soil in nearly a decade is set to take place this week. NASA astronauts Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley will lift off aboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft atop a Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The crewed flight will then dock with the International Space Station for at least one month before returning back to Earth.

Storms postpone return of human spaceflight from U.S.

ORLANDO, Fla., May 27 (UPI) -- NASA and SpaceX postponed the agency's historic return to human spaceflight from U.S. soil Wednesday because of storms near Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Watch live: Storms postpone return of human spaceflight from U.S.

ORLANDO, Fla., May 27 (UPI) -- NASA and SpaceX postponed the agency's historic return to human spaceflight from U.S. soil Wednesday because of storm clouds at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

SpaceX's moment of triumph arrives as astronauts ready for US launch

A new era in space begins Wednesday with the launch by SpaceX of two NASA astronauts into space, a capability that for six decades symbolized the power of a handful of states, and which the United States itself had been deprived of for nine years.

SpaceX's moment of triumph arrives as astronauts ready for US launch

A new era in space begins Wednesday with the launch by SpaceX of two NASA astronauts into space, a capability that for six decades symbolized the power of a handful of states, and which the United States ...

Nasa puts SpaceX in control for first Cape Canaveral astronaut launch since 2011

Weather conditions look favourable as SpaceX looks set to become the first private company to put humans in orbit.

How to watch Nasa and SpaceX’s manned astronaut launch

Launch is due to take place just after 9.30pm UK time.

Locust Alert In UP After Swarms Move Through Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh

At least 10 Uttar Pradesh districts were on alert Tuesday after swarms of locusts were spotted in Mahoba and Jhansi districts, moving into the state after attacking crops in neighbouring Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, officials said.

How locust swarms are tackled

An invasion by desert locusts has hit large swathes of India and Pakistan in the middle of pandemic.

Swarms of desert locusts threaten India's summer crops

An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of coronavirus lockdown.

Swarms of desert locusts threaten India’s summer crops

NEW DELHI (AP) — An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of...

Locust swarms headed towards Delhi; crops threatened in many states

Higher than normal temperatures have helped locusts spread more rapidly in different parts of the states

After Rajasthan, Are Locusts Heading To Delhi? Here's What We Know

Can locusts harm humans? How big are swarms? Your questions answered.

India faces its worst locust swarm in nearly 30 years

India faces its worst locust swarm in nearly 30 years. According to the Indian Council of Agricultural Research Director General Trilochan Mohapatra, the insects have attacked about 40,000 hectares of land.

After laying waste to Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, desert locust swarms headed towards Delhi; wind pattern uncertain

The locust swarms threaten major damage to foliage and as such, can prove to be extremely detrimental to the capital city, considering that a section of it is under green cover

How to drive away locust swarms and prevent your farms? MP DM has an answer

Locusts entered Rajasthan from Pakistan earlier this month, and then drifted into other parts of western India.Desert locusts are a regular feature in the country but on a very small scale

Indian drones pursue locusts as swarms destroy swathes of crops

NEW DELHI: Huge swarms of desert locusts are destroying crops across western and central India, prompting authorities on Tuesday (May 26) to step ...

How govt is deploying drones to pursue locusts as swarms destroy swathes of crop

Drones, tractors and cars have been sent out to track the voracious pests and spray them with pesticides.Eight to 10 swarms, each measuring around a square kilometre are active in parts of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh

Do you know desert locusts can travel more than 81 miles per day? Here's all you need to know

If you are wondering what exactly are desert locusts, here's the answer...

Locusts spare Delhi for now, but threat continues

The current trajectory of locust movement from Rajasthan is towards Madhya Pradesh and going further southwards towards Maharashtra. The Locust Control Office has been fighting the locust challenge for more than two weeks now

Worst locusts attack in decades; crops damaged in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, UP, Rajasthan

Locusts attack in India: Farmers have been advised to play loud music to drive the insects away and save crops. Locusts don't attack animals or humans but can devastate crops and other areas of greenery

No locusts danger to Tamilnadu: Govt

The Tamilnadu government today said locusts which have invaded northern parts of India are unlikely to enter the State and the situation is being monitored continuously. Continue Reading →

Locust invasion warning in Odisha

Farmers residing in bordering areas of the state have been asked to remain alert and take immediate preventive steps.

Pakistan New Breeding Ground Of Locusts: Agriculture Expert

Pakistan has become a new breeding ground of locusts, entering Rajasthan from adjoining areas in Pakistan, said BR Kadwa, deputy director of the agriculture department.

Locust Invasion: Indian Farmers Cry For Relief As Country Hit By Second Plague

New Delhi (Sputnik): Struggling to contain the pandemic, India is now facing an additional challenge to deal with the worst locust attack in decades. This second wave...

Indore: Organic farmers fight locust invasion with Neem extracts

Coronavirus, cyclones and locusts: In 2020, it's getting harder than ever to ignore science and our impact on the environment

It’s hard to deny it any longer: 2020 is getting seriously apocalyptic.

India braces for worst locust attack in three decades: Authorities procure drones, pesticides but financial damage from crop loss to be huge

Already overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic, farmers in north India are now worrying over the kharif crop even as a new wave of locust attacks, predicted to be the worst in almost three decades, is expected by June

Rabi crops not impacted by locusts; efforts on to prevent spread before monsoon to save kharif crops

Locusts -- the oldest migratory pest in the world -- entered India after travelling from Africa through Yemen, Iran and Pakistan. After massive devastation in Pakistan, the swarms of locusts have entered the country through Rajasthan and Gujarat.

Swarms of desert locusts threaten India's summer crops

An invasion by swarms of desert locusts has devastated crops in India's heartland, threatening an already vulnerable region that is struggling with the economic cost of coronavirus lockdown.

Only One in Two Americans Say They’d Take a COVID-19 Vaccine

Whenever a coronavirus vaccine becomes available to the public, only 49 percent of Americans responding to a poll said they'd actually get it.

Only about 50% of Americans say they will definitely get a COVID-19 vaccine if one is made available

Only about half of Americans say they would get a vaccine for COVID-19 if one becomes available, according to a survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

New Poll Shows Only Half Of Americans Would Get A Covid-19 Vaccine Once Available

Would you get a coronavirus vaccine? Only half of Americans answer yes.

Poll: Half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine

Only about half of Americans say they would get a COVID-19 vaccine if the scientists working furiously to create one succeed.

AP poll: Only half of Americans say they would get COVID-19 vaccine

If the unprecedented global race for the first effective human coronavirus vaccine is successful, only 49 percent of Americans say they would get the vaccine, according to an Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll released Wednesday morning. Another 31 percent said they were not sure while 20 percent said they would not get the vaccine. About 70 percent of those currently refusing the future vaccine cited safety concerns, while an equal share of those who would get a vaccine said it's the only way to get life back to normal. The top reason among people who said yes was to protect their family and community. "There's still a large amount of uncertainty around taking the vaccine," NORC's Caitlin Oppenheimer told AP. "There is a lot of opportunity to communicate with Americans about the value and the safety of a vaccine." Dr. Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health, gave it a shot. "I would not want people to think that we're cutting corners because that would be a big…

AP-NORC poll: Half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine

Only about half of Americans say they would get a COVID-19 vaccine if the scientists working furiously to create one succeed, according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public A

11 vaccine giants: How they're fighting COVID-19

Is it desperation, profit motive or good science that's pushing vaccine out?

Confident that COVID-19 vaccine will be available by next year, says Harvard Professor

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Fauci: ‘We Might Have A Vaccine By The End Of The Year’

Dr. Fauci’s timeline would be one of the shortest in history for vaccine development.

Coronavirus Vaccine: Latest updates from India and around the world

COVID-19 vaccine latest status:

Covid-19 vaccine could be ready by late June - UK scientists predict

Scientists have predicted that vaccine for coronavirus could be ready as soon as results of over 10,000 Covid-19 patients involved in a clinical trial is ready.

Novavax launches its first coronavirus vaccine test on humans

US biotech company Novavax Inc has joined the race to test coronavirus vaccine candidates on humans and said it was targeting production of over a billion doses of its vaccine candidate next year.

Australian researchers warn coronavirus vaccine not a cure all

The coronavirus threat won't end with a vaccine, Australia's COVID-19 research team has warned. But, with luck, the vaccine may be delivered under our nose.

'Confident that COVID-19 vaccine will be available by 2021': Harvard Professor Ashish Jha tells Rahul Gandhi

Don’t let patent rows hamper search for coronavirus vaccine, UN advises

The UN patent agency has hailed the push to create a coronavirus vaccine and make it globally available, but warned of patent row.

CanSino's potential coronavirus vaccine triggers immune response in clinical trial

Scientists across the globe are racing to develop a vaccine that can provide protection against coronavirus disease (COVID-19). An effective and safe vaccine would curb not only the current coronavirus pandemic but also prevent future outbreaks

Don't let patent rows hamper search for virus vaccine: UN agency

World Health Organization member states last week adopted a resolution recognising that extensive immunisation against COVID-19 would be a global public good, and...

AP-NORC poll: Half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine

Only about half of Americans say they would get a COVID-19 vaccine if the scientists working furiously to create one succeed, according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

Only about 50% of Americans say they will definitely get a COVID-19 vaccine if one is made available

Only about half of Americans say they would get a vaccine for COVID-19 if one becomes available, according to a survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

Britain to provide anti-viral drug remdesivir to some COVID-19 patients

LONDON: Britain will provide the anti-viral drug remdesivir to certain COVID-19 patients that it is most likely to benefit as part of a ...

Two coronavirus patients on the run in the Northern Region

The Northern Region Health Directorate has mounted a search for two Covid-19 patients who have gone missing since last week Tuesday.

UK clears NHS use of Gilead’s remdesivir for COVID-19 patients

The UK medicines regulator has cleared early access to Gilead Sciences’ coronavirus drug remdesivir for people hospitalised with severe coronavirus infection, although supplies will initially be limited.

France Bars Hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 Treatment

The French government said Wednesday that doctors can no longer treat Covid-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a potentially harmful drug being promoted by President Donald Trump.

France stops hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 treatment

The French government said Wednesday that doctors can no longer treat COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug nonetheless being promoted by US Presid...

France halts hydroxychloroquine use for Covid-19 cases

Europe News: The French government on Wednesday banned treatment of Covid-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug that US

France halts hydroxychloroquine for coronavirus treatment

Paris - The French government on Wednesday banned treatment of COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug that US President Donald Trump has said he is taking preventively.

France halts hydroxychloroquine for coronavirus treatment

The French government said Wednesday that doctors can no longer treat COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug nonetheless being promoted by US President Donald Trump.

Egypt to see upcoming COVID-19 peak: health official

Egypt still uses the malaria drug, chloroquine, in treating coronavirus patients, according to a health protocol nationwide supervised by a scientific committee.

Overweight Youth May Face Increased Risk From COVID-19

Are you concerned about your weight but otherwise healthy? Even if you're young, you still need to protect yourself from the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: WHO suspends chloroquine trial for treatment

World Health Organisation (WHO) said it has suspended the solidarity trial of hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 treatment as the world faces coronavirus crisis.

WHO halts Hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19 trial over safety concerns

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has taken a toll on 188 countries and territories across the globe. With the increasing number of confirmed cases, scientists race to develop treatments and vaccines to fight the novel coronavirus.

Dangerous blood clots pose a perplexing coronavirus threat

Blood clots that can cause strokes, heart attacks and dangerous blockages in the legs and lungs are increasingly being found in COVID-19 patients, including some children.

Dangerous blood clots pose a perplexing coronavirus threat

Clotting has been seen in other coronavirus infections, including SARS, but on a much smaller scale.

Dangerous blood clots pose a perplexing coronavirus threat

First came a high fever, drenching sweats and muscle aches. Then, almost a month later, a weird numbness that spread down the right side of her body.Darlene

Coronavirus update: Why WHO put a pause on hydroxychloroquine trials

Coronavirus crisis: WHO is currently assessing the use of hydroxychloroquine on COVID-19 patients within the Solidarity Trial. The hydroxychloroquine arm of the trial has been paused as a precaution while the safety data is being reviewed.

Coronavirus news live - 209 dead and care worker accused of 'spreading germs'

Here, we bring you the live updates on the latest news, developments and guidance on the Covid-19 pandemic.

Dangerous blood clots

NEW HAMPSHIRE, United States (AP) — First came a high fever, drenching sweats, and ...

Covid-19 update: 9 additional deaths and 37 new cases of Covid-19 confirmed in Ireland

A further nine people have passed away from Covid-19 in Ireland according to the latest data from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre. There have now been a total 1,615 Covid-19 related deaths i...

17 more deaths from Covid-19 and 73 new cases

Seventeen more people have died from Covid-19 in Ireland bringing the total number of deaths here to 1,631. The total number of confirmed cases now stands at 24,803 after 73 new cases were confirmed today.

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 7:36 p.m. ET on May 26, 2020: There are 86,648 confirmed and presumptive cases in Canada.

COVID-19: today's numbers

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of May 27:

More than half of Scotland’s coronavirus deaths last week were in care homes, new figures show

More than half of coronavirus deaths in Scotland last week occurred in care homes, latest figures have shown.

Coronavirus deaths in Scotland down for fourth consecutive week

The number of people who died with confirmed or suspected Covid-19 was 3,779 as of May 24.

Covid-19: Kenya cases jump to 1,471 as 123 test positive

This is so far the highest daily increase in the country.

Coronavirus UK hospital death toll increases by 209 in last 24 hours

The number of Covid-19 hospital deaths in England has increased by 183 on yesterday, bringing the total to 26,049, with Scotland reporting 13 new deaths, while Wales recorded 11

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 7:36 p.m. ET on May 26, 2020:There are 86,648 confirmed and presumptive cases

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada

The latest numbers of confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 4 a.m. ET on May 27, 2020:There are 86,648 confirmed and presumptive cases in Canada.

Coronavirus deaths in Scotland down for fourth consecutive week

The number of people who died with confirmed or suspected Covid-19 was 3,779 as of May 24.

Coronavirus deaths in Scotland down for fourth consecutive week

The number of people who died with confirmed or suspected Covid-19 was 3,779 as of May 24.

Covid-19 to stay till 2021, aggressive testing needed: Health experts

In an interaction with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, health experts Professor Ashish Jha and Professor Johan Giesecke talked about the Covid-19 pandemic

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021: Health experts

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021: Health experts. Coronavirus is a '12-18 months' problem and the world is not going to be free of this till 2021, says Professor Ashish Jha.

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021, aggressive testing needed to curb its spread: Health experts

In an interaction with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, health experts Professor Ashish Jha and Professor Johan Giesecke talked about the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the series being aired on Congress social media channels.

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021, aggressive testing needed to curb its spread: Health experts

Global health experts on Wednesday said novel coronavirus is here to stay for more than a year and called for aggressive testing to prevent its spread.

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021, aggressive testing needed to curb its spread: Health experts

While Jha exuded confidence that a vaccine will be available in a year's time, Prof Giesecke said India should practice a lockdown that is as 'soft' as possible, as a severe lockdown will ruin its economy very quickly.

COVID-19 here to stay till 2021, warn health experts

Harvard health expert Ashish Jha said coronavirus is a '12-18 months' problem and the world is not going to be free of this till 2021.The expert also called for the need for aggressive testing strategy for high-risk areas

India will ruin its economy very quickly if it had severe lockdown, Swedish health expert tells Rahul Gandhi

Covid-19: Reopening may be gradual, segmented

Experts say measures need to be put in place to ensure no Covid-19 spike after opening economy.

‘Chennai may witness over 2 lakh Covid-19 cases if spread is not controlled’

While suggesting staggered exit from the lockdown, health experts have reportedly urged Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami to intensify testing in Tamilnadu, especially Chennai where Covid-19 cases are on a steady rise. Continue Reading →

Covid-19 Here to Stay Till 2021, Aggressive Testing Needed to Curb Its Spread: Health Experts

Global health experts on Wednesday said novel coronavirus is here to stay for more than a year and called for aggressive testing to prevent its spread. In

Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones: Health Ministry

In its 'Guidance note on Provision of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health Plus Nutrition (RMNCAH+N) services during and post COVID-19 pandemic' released on Wednesday, the ministry stressed that critical services for women, children and adolescent should be provided irrespective of their COVID-19 status.

‘Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones’

The Centre has suggested states and UTs to organise home delivery of essential medicines besides contraceptives in containment zones to ensure maternal and child healthcare is not affected.

‘Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones’

The Centre has suggested states and UTs to organise home delivery of essential medicines like calcium, iron/folic acid and zinc tablets

COVID-19 testing not mandatory for services related to maternal, newborn: Health ministry

According to the guidance note, practices of physical distancing, hand washing, and respiratory hygiene need to be maintained at all service areas by all beneficiaries and service providers and facilities should follow a staggered approach.

Guidelines on providing maternal, newborn care services in containment zones and beyond issued | India News

NEW DELHI: The health ministry has come out with a detailed guidance note on provision of reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, … Guidelines on providing maternal, newborn care services in containment zones and beyond issued | India News Read More »

COVID testing not mandatory for services related to maternal, newborn: Govt

Essential services related to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health should be continued in a restricted manner in areas defined as containment and buffer zones, the Union Health Ministry said, underlining that COVID testing is not mandatory for providing such services.

Covid-19 tests not mandatory for maternal, newborn: Health Ministry

The ministry also said that mother and newborn should be nursed together and breastfeeding must be initiated within 1 hour of delivery, irrespective of Covid-19 status

Coronavirus testing not mandatory for maternal, newborn services, says Centre

The Union health ministry said that the government could now home deliver drugs for mother and child care and contraceptives in containment zones.

Home delivery of essential medicines can be organised in containment zones: Health ministry

In its 'Guidance note on Provision of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health Plus Nutrition (RMNCAH+N) services during and post COVID-19 pandemic' released on Wednesday, the ministry stressed that critical services for women, children and adolescent should be provided irrespective of their COVID-19 status.

Coronavirus Test Not Mandatory For Newborn, Maternal Services: Health Ministry

Essential services related to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health should be continued in a restricted manner in areas defined as containment and buffer zones, the Union Health Ministry said, underlining that COVID testing is not mandatory for providing such services.

These are the hamsters from a widely-shared study used as evidence that masks do work. They aren't wearing any masks.

The researchers said masks helped hamsters stay coronavirus-free, though they didn't wear them on their faces. But other researchers have questions.

These are the hamsters from a widely-shared study used as evidence that masks do work. They aren’t wearing any masks.

Surgical masks may help keep hamsters’ cages coronavirus-free, but it’s still unclear how much extra protection they provide to healthy people, when out and about in the real world.

Why Men Refuse to Wear Face Masks

Men are three times as likely as women to admit that they do not wear face masks. This fits with a broader pattern of better health behavior by women.

There Are 3 Things We Have to Do to Get People Wearing Masks

Persuasion works better than compulsion.

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How To Buy Face Masks Responsibly During The UK's Coronavirus Outbreak

While health and government officials remain divided on the use of face masks in the fight against COVID-19, a number of countries across the world have now deemed them mandatory, and the UK government is advising people where them in enclosed…

COVID-19: Creepy custom 'face' masks for sale in India

You can now wear a face mask and people will still be able to tell who you are

As Covid-19 cases rise in 17 states, Americans still divided on whether masks should be mandated

(CNN) — As more places across the US offer people a chance to shop or dine inside, the issue of whether to wear a mask has...

No, Wearing A Mask Isn't Dangerous

Myths about masks are running rampant, mixed in with and distracting from the critical advice and facts we all need to know to wear them responsibly. Many of these myths are directly tied to conspiracy theories that fall apart when you take a minute to think about them, but they still circulate because they seem like...

Birmingham’s mandatory face mask ordinance ends on Friday

The City of Birmingham will not extend its mandatory face covering ordinance beyond midnight on Friday, May 29, but that doesn’t mean citizens need to become complacent, said Mayor Randall Woodfin.

Return of 1 lakh people poses big quarantine challenge for northeastern states

After a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the northeastern states, specially in Assam, caused by the return of around 1,00,000 people from other states, the region is facing a very big quarantine challenge.

Arunachal govt equipped to handle possible spike in COVID-19 cases as more people return: Khandu

Around 6,000 have returned to the state so far.

Arunachal govt equipped to handle possible spike in COVID-19 cases as more people return: Khandu

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Return of 1 lakh people poses big quarantine challenge for N-E  (16:50) 

GUWAHATI/AIZAWL:  After a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the northeastern states, specially in Assam, caused by the return of around 1,00,000 people from other states, the region is facing a very big quarantine challenge.While the Assam government s

32 fresh COVID-19 cases in Assam, total rises to 714

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NE faced with quarantine challenge

After a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the northeastern states, specially in Assam, caused by the return of around 1,00,000 people from other states, the region is facing a very big quarantine challenge.

‘No masks, no gloves’: Kenyan government under fire over quarantine centres

NAIROBI, May 27 —Kenya’s government is facing growing criticism over quarantine centres it set up to curb the spread of the coronavirus, with witnesses saying some are squalid and expose residents to the risk of catching COVID-19. Since mid-March, the government has enforced a mandatory 14-day...

Stay at home. Our success depends on our compliance.

At the time of writing, the coronavirus (COVID-19) has reportedly infected 5,588,356 people worldwide and 347,873  people are deceased. That number need not have been so high. So what lessons can be learnt?

France Bans Anti-Malarial Drug Hydroxychloroquine For COVID-19 Treatment

Under the new French rules, hydroxychloroquine can be used only in clinical trials. Paris: The French government on Wednesday banned … France Bans Anti-Malarial Drug Hydroxychloroquine For COVID-19 Treatment Read More »

France bans hydroxychloroquine as COVID-19 treatment

May 27 (UPI) -- The French government on Wednesday barred the use of anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for COVID-19.

France bans hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 amid safety concerns

The French government on Wednesday cancelled a decree allowing hospital doctors to administer hydroxychloroquine as a treatment to patients..

France Bans Hydroxychloroquine To Treat COVID-19 Amid Safety Concerns

It’s the first ban by a country since the World Health Organization said it was pausing a large trial of the malaria drug due to safety concerns.

France halts hydroxychloroquine use for Covid-19 cases

PARIS, May 27 — French doctors are no longer allowed to use hydroxychloroquine to treat Covid-19 cases, according to new government rules today, after two French advisory bodies said the drug could pose serious health risks. Use of the drug, normally a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and...

France revokes decree authorising use of hydroxychloroquine to treat Covid-19

The French government on Wednesday revoked a decree authorising hospitals to prescribe the controversial drug for Covid-19 patients after France’s public health watchdog warned against its use to tre…

France halts hydroxychloroquine use for Covid-19 cases: Govt

Use of the drug, normally a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, has proven controversial after some prominent doctors and even US President Donald Trump began backing it during the coronavirus outbreak.

France halts hydroxychloroquine for coronavirus treatment

PARIS: The French government on Wednesday banned treatment of COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine, a controversial and potentially harmful drug that US President Donald Trump has said he is taking preventively. The move came after two French advisory bodies and the World Health Organization warned this week that the drug — a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and lupus —

Dinosaur-dooming asteroid struck earth at 'deadliest possible' angle

The simulations show that the asteroid hit Earth at an angle of about 60 degrees, which maximised the amount of climate-changing gases thrust into the upper atmosphere.

The Dinosaur-Killer Asteroid May Have Hit Earth at 'Deadliest Possible' Angle

This much we knew: some 66 million years ago an asteroid roughly twice the diameter of Paris crashed into Earth, wiping out all land-dwelling dinosaurs and 75 percent of life on the planet.

Dinosaur-Killing Chicxulub Asteroid Hit Earth at Angle of 60 Degrees

The Chicxulub impact unleashed an incredible amount of climate-changing gases into the atmosphere, triggering a chain of events that led to the extinction of non-avian dinosaurs and 75% of life on the planet.

Dinosaur asteroid's trajectory was 'perfect storm'

The angle at which a life-destroying space rock hit Earth 66 million years ago was particularly lethal.

Dino-dooming asteroid hit Earth at 'deadliest possible' angle

A new study suggests the asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs struck earth at 60 degrees, the 'deadliest possible' angle.

Dinosaur-killing asteroid struck at deadliest possible angle

May 27 (UPI) -- Had the asteroid that smashed into the Yucatan Peninsula, 67 million years ago, struck at a slightly more innocent angle, modern humans might be living alongside dinosaurs.

Degrees of disaster: Why the dinosaurs were very, very unlucky

Just how unlucky were the dinosaurs? Extremely, it turns out. Their reign on earth came to an abrupt end thanks to an asteroid. And one bad piece of luck.

To fight COVID-19, don’t neglect immunity and inflammation

AFTER SEEING WHO IS MOST LIKELY TO BECOME INFECTED AND DIE, IMMUNITY AND INFLAMMATION WARRANT FURTHER DISCUSSION AND PUBLIC ATTENTION.

Why COVID-19 immunity passports may violate US law

Amazon and General Motors are among companies exploring ways to test employees for COVID-19 infection, but these measures may be against the law.

Immunity passports’ for COVID-19 may lead to discrimination, intentional infections: Scientists

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Experts Explain Why You Should Continue to Take Precautions, Even If You've Had COVID-19

It's unclear whether those who have been infected with COVID-19 develop immunity to the virus and, if so, how long it lasts.

Explained: Why do people react differently to covid-19 pandemic

With a view to channelise international knowledge, the Gut Microbiota and Probiotic Science Foundation (India) has shared latest insights on the strong relation between Probiotics and immunity during the Covid-19 pandemic. Continue Reading →

China says Covid-19 virus had ‘multiple origins’

In what seems to be an absolutely new theory, Chinese scientists have said that the novel coronavirus may not have its origin in the Wuhan seafood market, which allegedly caused the dreaded Covid-19 pandemic. �People’s Daily, the official newspaper of the Chinese Communist Party, revealed on Wednesday that new evidence suggests ‘multiple origins of the transmission of the virus’.

In latest U-turn, China says Covid-19 virus had 'multiple origins'

China has come under increasing global pressure over lack of transparency in its handling of the coronavirus pandemic

Amid global pressure, China takes U-turn, says COVID-19 virus has ‘multiple origins’

In March, a draft proposal to the UNSC prepared by Estonia highlighted “growing concern about the unprecedented extent of the COVID-19 outbreak".

WHO praises China for 'very consistent message' of 'openness' in virus investigation

A top World Health Organization official offered praise for China’s “openness” during its effort to understand how the coronavirus pandemic began.

China’s openness to spot COVID-19 source lauded

Geneva: The World Health Organization (WHO) has said it appreciates China's openness to joint efforts by the international science community to identify the source of the virus, and that such a scientific mission should consist of "the right mix of s

Actor Kiran Kumar tests negative for Covid-19, says family in isolation

The actor said his third coronavirus test has come negative, but his family members continue to be in isolation as a precautionary measure.

Actor Kiran Kumar tests negative for COVID-19

Veteran actor Kiran Kumar, who had revealed his coronavirus diagnosis last week, on Wednesday announced that he has now tested negative

Actor Kiran Kumar Tests Negative For COVID-19!

Actor Kiran Kumar, who was tested positive for COVID-19 last week, has now tested negative for the diagnosis. The Dhadkan actor said that his third Coronavirus test has come negative, but his family is still under isolation.

Actor Kiran Kumar recovers from COVID-19, confirms testing negative

Veteran actor Kiran Kumar has tested negative for coronavirus. Kumar, who had tested positive last week, had gone into self-isolation immediately. On Wednesday, results showed he has recovered for the virus.

Veteran Actor Kiran Kumar Tests Negative For Coronavirus In His Third Result

Last week, veteran actor Kiran Kumar revealed that he has been tested positive for coronavirus. Kiran found this out when he visited the hospital for minor medical procedure although he was not show

Celebrities who have recovered from the coronavirus

Many celebrities who reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 – or showed novel coronavirus symptoms without being tested – have since recovered.

5 more test positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya

Five more persons tested positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya, taking the total number of active cases in the state to seven, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said on Wednesday.

COVID-19: 5 more test positive in M’laya

Five more persons, including three women tested positive for COVID-19 in Meghalaya, taking the total of active COVID-19 cases to seven in the state, health official said on Wednesday. 

Covid-19 Cases In Ladakh Rise To 54

Another person tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Leh district, taking the number of cases in Ladakh to 54 on Wednesday, the Health Department said

Covid-19 : With 11 fresh cases Nagpur totals 443, only 74 active

Nagpur: Nagpur is certainly gaining brownie points for containing the spread of Coronavirus in the city with the active cases kept tight under control. However, on Wednesday 11 new patients tested positive for Covid-19, taking the total number of cases so far to 443. But with the recovery rate speeding up, the number of active […]

Rapid coronavirus test closer to market thanks to industry partnership

The portable testing device can carry out six highly accurate tests every 30 minutes, and quickly determine if someone has Covid-19.

Vico Sotto: Pasig 'mass screens' barangay with highest coronavirus ratio

With help from Project ARK, the Pasig local government runs rapid antibody tests on 10% of residents in the barangay that has the highest ratio of coronavirus cases in the city

Rapid coronavirus test closer to market thanks to industry partnership

The portable testing device can carry out six highly accurate tests every 30 minutes, and quickly determine if someone has Covid-19.

Rapid coronavirus test closer to market thanks to industry partnership

The portable testing device can carry out six highly accurate tests every 30 minutes, and quickly determine if someone has Covid-19.

1.51 lakh coronavirus cases in India: 6,387 new cases, 170 deaths in 24 hours

With over 6,300 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, India's case tally rose to 1,51,767 on Wednesday. The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said 170 people died in the last 24 hours.

Death toll from Covid-19 rises to 30 as 1740 more cases and 1439 recoveries reported in Qatar on May 27

Ministry of Public Health today reported 1,740 new confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), and 1,439 new recovered patients in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of recovered cases in Qatar to 13,283. The Ministry also announced 2 deaths due to the virus

Coronavirus Cases in Afghanistan Exceed 12,000

The Afghan Ministry of Public Health on Wednesday reported 625 new positive cases of COVID-19 across the country over the past 24 hours, bringing the total cases in Afghanistan to 12,456.

Coronavirus Cases in Afghanistan Exceed 12,000

The Afghan Ministry of Public Health on Wednesday reported 625 new positive cases of COVID-19 across the country over the past 24 hours, bringing the total cases in Afghanistan to 12,456.

It was such a relief to have an abortion at home in Covid lockdown – all women should have option of ‘pills by post’

WOMEN up and down the country have been unable to access their healthcare needs due to the coronavirus pandemic. This has caused worry for many who had unprotected sex before the lockdown started, …

Data shows men travel 48% more than women in face of COVID-19

According to the findings, since the lockdown began on 23 March, men have largely travelled further from home than women. Both men and women started to become more...

Coronavirus has created a 'lockdown generation', with one in six young people forced to stop working, UN warns

The body's International Labour Organisation said the COVID-19 crisis has disproportionately affected young people and could impact upon their work opportunities and career options for decades.

Coronavirus diary – Part 8

I begin with a question. How have COVID-19 impacted women, our mothers and sisters? The answer is here provided albeit succinctly.

Misinformation About a Virus Can Be Deadly

Rejecting misinformation requires cognitive effort, and people can become "cognitive misers" who don't like to think.

The epic battle against coronavirus misinformation and conspiracy theories

Analysts are tracking false rumours about COVID-19 in hopes of curbing their spread.

White Rock, Surrey, Delta of particular interest in B.C.’s summer bat count

Biologist advises people to stay away from bats, as humans could spread COVID-19 to bat population

Five more test positive for COVID-19 in Nagaland

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2 more test positive for COVID-19 in Manipur; total 41

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COVID cases rise in Nagaland, Manipur

GUWAHATI: Nagaland and Manipur on Wednesday reported five more COVID-19 positive cases each, as several hundreds of stranded citizens from outside the Northeast make their way to the states.“Another five more returnees from Chennai tested COVID-19 po

Children's temperament traits affect their motor skills

A recent study among 3- to 7-year-old children showed that children's motor skills benefitted if a child was older and participated in organized sports. Additionally, the study provided information about the importance of temperament traits for motor skills.

Participation in organized sports can improve children's motor skills

A recent study among 3- to 7-year-old children showed that children's motor skills benefitted if a child was older and participated in organized sports.

Children's temperament traits affect their motor skills

A recent study among 3- to 7-year-old children showed that children's motor skills benefitted if a child was older and participated in organised sports. Additionally, the study provided information about the importance of temperament traits for motor skills.

Health Update: Confirmed Covid-19 cases in Namibia now at 22

Namibia has reported another positive Covid-19 case, bringing the total cases to 22.

Namibia records 22nd COVID-19 cases

-The Ministry of Health and Social Services has announced another positive Covid-19 case. This brings the confirmed cases to 22. The patient is said to be in a critical condition and is breathing through a ventilator tube.

96,5% of Namibian businesses are adversely affected by the COVID-19

-A recent survey conducted by the Namibia Statistic Agency (NSA) revealed that 96,5% of businesses are adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Research finds concerning drop in U.S. colorectal cancer screenings and surgeries

New diagnoses of one of the deadliest cancers fell by one-third in March and April as U.S. physicians and patients halted appointments and screenings during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Research finds concerning drop in US colorectal cancer screenings and surgeries

SAN FRANCISCO: New diagnoses of one of the deadliest cancers fell by one-third in March and April as US physicians and patients halted ...

Exclusive: Research finds concerning drop in U.S. colorectal cancer screenings and surgeries

Exclusive: Research finds concerning drop in U.S. colorectal cancer screenings and surgeries

Exclusive: Research finds concerning drop in U.S. colorectal cancer screenings and surgeries

(Reuters) - New diagnoses of one of the deadliest cancers fell by one-third in March and April as U.S. physicians and patients halted appointments and screenings during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Investigational antiviral superior to standard of care for treating COVID-19 patients

The investigational antiviral remdesivir is superior to the standard of care for the treatment of COVID-19, according to a report published today in The New England Journal of Medicine.

UK Care Homes 'Were Left Brutally Exposed' To COVID-19 By The State, Social Care Provider Says

Many care providers are still not seeing 'any financial support to help them survive', a care sector representative tells Sputnik. This is despite the fact that local...

The Response to Covid-19 Will Help to Defeat Opioid Abuse

Heavy-handed restrictions on treating addiction have been loosened during the pandemic, and that’s a good thing.

Study: High level of anxiety is linked to depression

Led by King's College London in collaboration with the University of Zimbabwe and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, and published in The Lancet's EClinicalMedicine journal, the research examined a group of people with depression in Zimbabwe and found that people are nearly three times more likely to suffer this illness long-term if they also have a high level of anxiety.

4 science-backed ways to cope with depression if you've lost a job and feel like you also lost your sense of purpose

If the novel coronavirus has led to you losing your job, try not to despair. A psychologist shares steps for dealing with "unemployment depression."

Anxiety needs global health attention

Identifying anxiety in those with depression could be key to developing successful programmes for tackling mental health problems in low and middle income countries (LMICs), according to a new study.

Covid is a ripe opportunity to strengthen the public health and social security system

It is not yet too late for India’s response to COVID-19 to recalibrate so that it serves community health and the public good in just this manner.

No New Cases Of COVID-19 For Fifth Consecutive Day

For a fifth consecutive day, there are no new cases of COVID-19 to report in New Zealand.

Will It Ever Be Safe to Go Back to the Gym?

As some fitness centers reopen, public health experts cringe

Researchers investigate the early development of ovarian cancer

Researchers from the group of Hans Clevers at the Hubrecht Institute have modeled the development and progression of high-grade serous ovarian cancer in mini-versions of the female reproductive organs of the mouse.

Modeling the Development of Ovarian Cancer With Organoids

Researchers have modeled the development and progression of high-grade serous ovarian cancer in mini-versions of the female reproductive organs of the mouse.

Studying the development of ovarian cancer with organoids

Researchers from the group of Hans Clevers at the Hubrecht Institute have modeled the development and progression of high-grade serous ovarian cancer in mini-versions, or organoids, of the female reproductive organs of the mouse. They found that the cells of the oviduct, the equivalent of fallopian tubes in humans, are more prone to develop into tumors than the ovarian surface epithelium, the outer layer of the ovaries. This may influence future changes in preventive treatment.

Zimbabwe braces for Covid-19 spike

Health Minister Obadiah Moyo told Parliament that Government was bracing for a spike in coronavirus infections in the country mainly coming from returnees and d...

Big Covid-19 spike in TN: 817 cases in 1 day, 558 in Chennai

Tamilnadu today witnessed a sharp increase in Covid-19 cases, as the State health department reported that 817 persons were found infected with coronavirus today. Continue Reading →

India underlines faith in HCQ: drug’s benefits outweigh risks

Coronavirus (Covid-19) Vaccine: There is enough experience in the country of using HCQ, and sufficient data from observational and case control studies to warrant its use, the government said.

Covid-19: India is relying on flimsy evidence to expand use of HCQ despite concerns about dangers

Not a single study has shown any evidence of the anti-malarial drug working for prophylaxis.

Antibody drug tech firm AbCellera raises $105 million as it works on COVID-19

(Reuters) - Canadian drug discovery technology company AbCellera, which analyzes and identifies antibodies for pharmaceutical companies working on a coronavirus treatment and other medicines, said on Wednesday it had raised $105 million in funds.

Vancouver biotech firm AbCellera raises US$105-million as it focuses on COVID-19 research

It is the second financial boost this month for AbCellera, which has partnered with several of the world’s largest drug companies, as well as the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Project Agency

Teens are getting into their dream schools as colleges dip into their waitlists during the coronavirus pandemic

Experts say some students are reluctant to commit to schools, and a drop in enrollment could force schools to dive deep into their waitlists.

Three-Quarters Of Voters Want Coronavirus Testing Before Returning To School

A new poll shows that 74% of all voters think coronavirus testing should be required before students return to schools or colleges.

Ear infections discovered in remains of humans living in Levant 15,000 years ago

Researchers have discovered evidence of ear infections in the skull remains of humans living in the Levant some 15,000 years ago.

Ear infections discovered in remains of humans living in Levant 15,000 years ago

Researchers at Tel Aviv University have discovered evidence of ear infections in the skull remains of humans living in the Levant some 15,000 years ago.

Researchers discover ear infections in the remains of ancient humans living in Levant

Researchers at Tel Aviv University have discovered evidence of ear infections in the skull remains of humans living in the Levant some 15,000 years ago.

Local lockdowns will be used to suppress infection, Hancock says

Regional flare-ups of coronavirus cases in England will result in a “local lockdown”, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said. Mr Hancock said the ability to tighten restrictions in individual regions will be part of the NHS test, track and trace system – which is set to expand on June 1. The system will be launched shortly to contain coronavirus outbreaks and stop the spread of the virus. Experts are meeting to explain how dedicated contact tracing staff, public health experts and digital technology will work to advise those at heightened risk of having been exposed to the virus on the steps they need to take. Mr Hancock told the daily press briefing: “We will have local lockdowns in future where there are flare-ups and we have a system we are putting in place with a combination of Public Health England and the new Joint Biosecurity Centre, along with the local directors of public health who play an absolutely crucial role in the decision-making in the system, to make sure if there is a local flare-up there is…

Local Lockdowns to be Introduced in UK for Future Coronavirus ‘Flare Ups’

Health Secretary Matt Hancock revealed stricter social distancing measures could be introduced in certain areas in the future as part of the NHS "test and trace" system...

Coronavirus Vaccine Update, May 26

Just in the last few days, there has been a very detailed report in The Lancet from the CanSino team on Phase I studies of their vaccine candidate. Moderna has

Fauci Just Singled Out This Biotech Stock. Is It a Buy?

Out of all the coronavirus vaccine makers on the market, why did Dr. Anthony Fauci call out Moderna?

Illegal Chinese COVID-19 clinic raided in Makati

AUTHORITIES raided a medical clinic being used as treatment facility for Chinese nationals with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and arrested two Chinese doctors Tuesday afternoon in Makati city.

IN PHOTOS: Makati police raid illegal COVID-19 clinic, arrest 2 fake doctors

Cops say there were 4 patients in the illicit infirmary

Search-and-rescue algorithm identifies hidden'traps' in ocean waters

Researchers at MIT, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH), the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), and Virginia Tech have developed a technique that they hope will help first responders quickly zero in on regions of the sea where missing objects or people are likely to be.

Mathematics can save lives at sea

Hundreds of people die at sea every year due to vessel and airplane accidents. Emergency teams have little time to rescue those in the water because the probability of finding a person alive plummets ...

UK coronavirus death toll hits 37,460 after 412 more die – as half of NHS trusts report no new deaths in 48 hours

THE UK coronavirus death toll has risen to 37,460 after 412 more fatalities were recorded in the last 24 hours. A total of 267,240 are now infected with the bug across Britain – up 2,013 from…

UK coronavirus death toll hits 37,231 after 183 more die in England

THE UK coronavirus death toll has risen to at least 37,231 after 183 fatalities were recorded in hospitals across England in the last 24 hours. Today’s rise, recorded by NHS England, is large…

Hannity on viral video of Missouri partiers: 'If you can't social distance, wear the mask'

After a video of young, carefree Memorial Day partygoers in Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks went viral last weekend, "Hannity" host Sean Hannity urged Tuesday evening for Americans to think using common sense and wear masks to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. 

Hannity scolds Ozarks partygoers: 'Could be a disaster' for vulnerable Americans

Fox News's Sean Hannity ripped partygoers who flaunted social distancing guidelines at Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks over Memorial Day weekend, stating that "if they get the virus and then are in

FACTBOX-Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus

(Updates with fresh developments)May 27 (Reuters) - The Americas have emerged as the new epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) said, as outbreaks accelerate in Peru, Chile, El Salvador, Guatemala and Nicaragua.DEATHS AND INFECTIONS* More than 5.6 million people have been reported infected with the novel coronavirus globally and 350,038 have died, according to a Reuters tally, as of 0920 GMT on Wednesday.* For an interactive graphic tracking the global spread, open https://tmsnrt.rs/3aIRuz7 in an external browser.

Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus

The Americas have emerged as the new epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) said, as outbreaks accelerate in Peru, Chile, El Salvador, Guatemala and Nicaragua.

JUST IN: Adamawa Records Three COVID-19 Deaths, 11 New Cases

"11 new cases have been recorded in Adamawa State and sadly, we have also recorded three fatalities."

Ireland making steady progress against COVID-19

For the first time in more than nine weeks no deaths were reported on Monday although, sadly, Northern Ireland recorded eight new deaths the same day. The Republic’s breakthrough came as the daily recorded number of new illnesses from the virus dropped below 100 in eight out of the nine previous days...