Germany divided over plans to nix rules despite COVID-19 outbreaks | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

BERLIN >> Germany’s federal government and state governors squared up today for a battle over plans to end pandemic-related restrictions despite fresh clusters of cases across the country.

Germany divided over plans to nix rules despite outbreaks

BERLIN (AP) — Germany's federal government and state governors squared up Monday for a battle over plans to end pandemic-related restrictions despite fresh clusters of cases across the country.The country has seen a steady decline in the overall number of COVID-19 cases thanks to measures imposed 10 weeks ago to limit personal contacts.But as restrictions have slowly been lifted there have also been case spikes across Germany linked to slaughterhouses, restaurants, religious services, nursing homes and refugee shelters.The country's current raft of coronavirus measures is due to expire on June 5.

Coronavirus | Punjab sees 21 fresh COVID-19 cases

16 of them are reported from Amritsar and Jalandhar districts.

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.

72 per cent professionals wish to continue WFH, 80 per cent believe it will impact air quality: Survey

Another 85 per cent agreed that WFH saved substantial man hours by eliminating commute time. However, as cities reopen partially and news cycles report traffic congestion, how business will complete this transition remains to be observed.

Easing Europe confident of avoiding coronavirus lockdown sequel

BRUSSELS/WARSAW (Reuters) - Armed with mass testing and tracing capabilities, a growing number of European countries are expressing confidence that they can avoid a return to economically-devastating coronavirus lockdowns.

Montenegro becomes Europe's first coronavirus-free state, PM says

PODGORICA (Reuters) - Montenegro’s prime minister on Monday declared the country coronavirus-free - a move vital for its Adriatic tourism industry coming 69 days after it reported its first case and after 20 without a new one.

India and Israel join forces to develop rapid testing system to fight Coronavirus

India News: NEW DELHI: India and Israel have decided to join forces to develop rapid testing systems that can conduct Covid-19 tests at under a minute, in the hig.

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.

Billions of ash trees across the world could be saved from killer beetle through cross-breeding with more resistant types and gene editing, scientists claim

Emerald Ash Borer larvae have killed hundreds of million of the trees worldwide by burrowing through stems. Scientists have found some trees produce chemicals to defend themselves.

'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.

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.

Mozambique records its first death from COVID-19: health ministry

MAPUTO (Reuters) - Mozambique has confirmed its first COVID-19 death, the health ministry on Monday said.

How the pharmaceutical sector is adapting to remote working

For an industry based largely on manufacturing and scientific research, the pharmaceutical sector has needed to adapt in novel ways in order to meet the home working requirements fostered upon it due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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.

OPINION | Government has wasted the goodwill of South Africans

The government expected quiet, unquestioning obedience from South Africans. Instead of trusting the public, being open and honest with them, the government has wasted goodwill and turned the public against it, writes Geordin Hill-Lewis.

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.

Scientists solve mystery of why some coral changes color when stressed

Coral bleaching can be devastating to a reef system. It happens when ocean water waters get too warm, prompting the corals to lose the algae that gives them much of their color. Humans are largely to

As lockdown starts opening up, sales of immunity boosting foods double; FSSAI issues guidelines

Sales of immunity-boosting foods have shot up by an estimated 20-40%. Online searches for such products have gone up six-fold, with ayurvedic home remedies, giloy and vitamin C dominating, according to a report by Google.

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

Historic life-size Crystal Palace dinosaur damaged after 150 years in park

‘The magnitude of the damage shocked me.'

Coronavirus Australia live updates: Sydney school evacuated over virus fears

Parents at two schools in Sydney's east have been told to take their kids home after pupils contracted the coronavirus. 

Here’s NOAA’s outlook for US summer weather—and hurricane season

The world saw the 2nd warmest April on record, but frost hit some US crops.

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.

Saudi Arabia will ease COVID-19 lockdown from Thursday

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia recorded nine new deaths from COVID-19 on Monday, the health ministry said. The total death toll in Saudi Arabia since the pandemic began is now 399. The ministry also said 2,235 new cases have been discovered, bringing the total number of cases to 74,795. The cities that saw the most cases were Riyadh with 765, then Makkah with 416, and Jeddah with 350.

Heat wave strikes pockets of North, coastal India

Several parts of North India reeled under intense heatwave, with several districts in Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh posting temperatures greater than 45 degrees Celsius or five

Lightning claimed 264 lives from Feb.-May 17

Among natural disasters, lightning is the biggest killer in India, government records have shown

Is the heat making you uneasy? These diet changes can help

The body's temperature needs to be regulated, because it is possible to be dehydrated even when you are not walking out in the heat.

Officials told to help draw up crop plans at village level

Farmers urged to strictly follow government advice on cropping pattern

Coronavirus | COVID-19 testing capacity up in States seeing huge migrants’ flow

States working with National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme to deploy TrueNAT machines for testing

Waste segregation units crop up on banks of Vrishabhavathi again

They allegedly burn waste at night, and also dump it along the banks of the river

World Thyroid Day 2020: Date, history, significance; here’s all you need to know

Lending its weight to the cause, the Ministry of Jal Shakti has highlighted the role of water for Thyroid related ailments. On the World Thyroid Day the ministry Tweeted its support.

Hospitals beset by gloom as COVID-19 subdues Eid celebrations

When Aminul Islam tested positive for the novel coronavirus on May 24, he was immediately admitted to the Bangladesh Kuwait Government Friendship Hospital specialising in treating COVID-19 patients.

The deep ocean is warming slowly—but dramatic changes are ahead

The world's deep oceans are warming at a slower rate than the surface, but it's still not good news for deep-sea creatures according to an international study.

India lockdown diary, Day 62: Akhilesh asks for free chyawanprash supply; Kolkata artisans hope for turnaround; and more

Here’s a curated list of some interesting stories from across the country on Day 62 of lockdown.

How framing the covid numbers changes individual’s risk perception

Policy makers should take into account risk perception pitfalls, reduce their susceptibility to biases and base their decisions on objective and rational risk considerations.

Pete Evans' dangerous ideas were confined to his social media. Now they're on mainstream radio.

For 20 minutes, Pete Evans spoke unchallenged.

Buying health insurance plans: How existing and new policyholders are impacted in times of COVID-19

The average policy seeker in a post-COVID-19 world might be more mindful about health insurance as a concept as compared to the one in a pre-COVID-19 era.

Govt may reimpose lockdown after Eid if situation gets worse, says PM’s aide

People are under the wrong impres­sion that preval­ence of diseas­e is reduci­ng, says Dr Zafar Mirza

Coronavirus: Nail salons prepare to reopen as restrictions set to ease

Beauty salons across Canberra are preparing to reopen in the hope coronavirus restrictions will be eased.

Heat wave drives Delhi’s peak power demand to season high of 5,268 MW

Expected to touch last year’s peak of 7,409 MW by July: Tata Power-DDL

Stable housing to go to and better pre-release preparation are key findings from interviews conducted with ex-ACT detainees

The first research study of the needs of ex-detainees in the ACT has found shortfalls in support networks and communication.

Delhi IGI airport opens for domestic flights! Flyers note these 10 points before departure and arrival

Coronavirus COVID 19 Lockdown 4.0 travel guidelines for Delhi Airport: All flyers have to download the Aarogya Setu App on their phones, prior to reaching the IGI airport/at the forecourt itself. DIAL has made provisions for designated gates to airlines to enter into the terminal building.

‘No-one should die alone - even during coronavirus pandemic’, says professor

Families should be allowed to visit dying loved-ones – even during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a healthcare expert who has recently overcome her own life-threatening illness.

Bin collections to return to normal after coronavirus staffing pressures

Stirling Council is to resume its full household waste and recycling collection service from Monday, June 1.

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...

One Good Thing about the Lockdown

Government-instituted mandate has forced people to try homeschooling - and many like it!

Coronavirus in Maharashtra: COVID-19 cases spike by 2,436 to 52,667; 60 more die Mumbai

Emergency services warn people not to visit popular beauty spot's 'dangerous' water

Not only can it be harmful to the skin, there are hidden dangers in the water

Māori Party Co-leader Calls On Government To Lift Incomes Of All Beneficiaries

Māori Party Co-leader calls on Government to lift incomes of all beneficiaries, not just those out of work from COVID-19

Assam breaches 500-mark in COVID-19 cases; 122 new infections

Nagaland Page is an English newspaper published from Dimapur, Nagaland.

Firewood Deliveries For Families In Need

More than 100 homes will be warmer this winter thanks to a new initiative to provide firewood to Hauraki Iwi in need.

Understanding ceramic materials' 'mortar' may reveal ways to improve them

When most people think of ceramics, they might envision their favorite mug or a flowerpot. But modern technology is full of advanced ceramics, from silicon solar panels to ceramic superconductors and ...

Hundreds test positive for coronavirus at meatpacking plant in Brazil

SAO PAULO, May 25 (Reuters) - Hundreds of meatpacking workers at a single BRF SA plant in southern Brazil have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the company said on Monday, amid global concerns about the pandemic disrupting food supplies. Brazilian meatpacker BRF said in a statement that nearly 340 people, or 6.6% of workers, at its Concórdia plant in Santa Catarina state had tested positive for the virus.

Maui watershed purchase could be delayed due to coronavirus cuts | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WAILUKU, Hawaii >> A county government’s acquisition of a private water delivery system for Maui’s drinking water may be delayed because of budget cuts resulting from the coronavirus outbreak.

Efforts underway to get food from U.S. farms to the needy | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

OMAHA, Neb. >> As food banks have struggled to meet soaring demand from people suddenly out of work because of the coronavirus pandemic, it has been especially troubling to see farmers have to bury produce, dump milk and euthanize hogs.

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.

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.

US Air Force ends height restrictions in hopes of attracting more female pilots

Air Force officials said that aircrafts were largely built for males, and made things more challenging for female applicants.

2020 New York International Auto Show has been canceled

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this year's New York Auto Show will not push through

Malta looks to Ireland in campaign for legal abortion

The second anniversary of the referendum on the 8th amendment has arrived, and has barely made a dent in the news coverage due to Covid-19.

4 Experts Join HPC In Vizag Leak Probe

VISAKHAPATNAM: Four more technical experts from Centre have joined the high-powered committee that has been set up to investigate the LG polymers gas leak tragedy that occured in Visakhapatnam on May

As Covid-19 Cases Cross 30,000, Mumbai Police Issues Order To Curb Social Media Messages; To Hold Admins Responsible

The Mumbai police in an order dated 23 May has re-issued prohibitory orders under section 144 of the IPC against any social media messages which among others are deemed incorrect, derogatory and incite mistrust towards government functionaries.

Nakaseke hospital runs out of food for COVID quarantinees

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New Zealand reports one COVID-19 case in a week

By NewsDesk  @infectiousdiseasenews  Over the past week, New Zealand health officials have reported one COVID-19 case over the past week. The last case since May 18 was reported on May 22 was linked to the St Margaret’s cluster in Auckland and is a household contact of an earlier case. The total number of confirmed cases of …

EANS-Adhoc: AMAG Austria Metall AG: Change of dividend proposal to EUR 0.50 per share

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13k undergo Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision

ABOUT 13 300 men were circumcised last year in Bulawayo amid reports that only 31 percent of the sexually active age group accessed the service which can reduce the contraction of HIV by up to 60 percent. The voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) campaign was first launched in 2009, aiming for 1,3 million in Zimbabwe men by 2018. To date only about 1,1 million men have been circumcised countrywide. According to the National Aids Council, (Nac) the province recorded a fluctuating trend in the number of males circumcised between the first and the fourth quarters.

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

Chinese researchers find live coronavirus on feces of patients who died - suggesting the pathogen can be spread through human waste

Researchers found coronavirus genetic material on four stool samples collected from a patient and in 11 others, indicating the virus may be spreading through the fecal-oral route.

He's with the anglers now! Giant 53lb monster pike that would have broken 28-year-old British record is found dead at fishery in Yorkshire

The pike, weighing 53lb 2oz, died of natural causes at Bellflask Fishery, near Ripon. Fishery owner Brian Morland made the discovery while he was walking his dog along the banks of the lake.

12 new cases, 4 deaths

The provincial government have announced Monday 12 new coronavirus cases and four deaths in the past 48 hours.

NHS nurse who battled fertility issues after being diagnosed with PCOS as a teenager discovers she is pregnant with triplets during lockdown after defying the odds to conceive without IVF

Shannon Steele, 29, from Ipswich, who was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome when she was 15, and battled fertility issues for years, has revealed her joy at falling pregnant with triplets.

Study by Saudi Arabia to examine effect of heat on coronavirus

The study is being conducted by the Saudi Ministry of Health

College’s Camp OC cancelled for 2020 - Campus Life

Okanagan College Media Release

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.

Food scrap ban delayed

The Regional District of North Okanagan has delayed implementation of a food scraps ban for commercial organizations.

Staffer at a Cape Town primary school tests positive for Covid-19

This comes as some teachers returned to schools on Monday in preparation for the return of Grade 7 and 12 pupils.

Bear spotted in Rose Valley

UPDATE 2:27 p.m. With recent bear activity ramping up across the province, B.C. Conservation Officers are starting to conduct their bear attractant patrols to help reduce conflicts in communities.

Bhanpura: Betel cultivators heave over heap of rotten crop

Stranded Indians in UAE welcome India’s decision to halve paid quarantine period

Decision to reduce 14 days to seven helps needy, but some still need it free

School's IN for summer? Ex-Ofsted boss says end-of-term holiday should be scrapped to help pupils catch up and prevent a 'lost generation'

Michael Wilshaw (pictured) says that children being taken out of schools amid the coronavirus pandemic has been a great tragedy.

Tipperary head of SVP thanks public for raising €1.1m from Late Late Show appeal

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