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

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…

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

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.

Missouri salon may have exposed 140 customers to coronavirus

Dozens of Great Clips clients in Missouri may have left the salon with more than a new haircut.

Dust, thunderstorms likely in several parts of north India on May 29: IMD

Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh have been experiencing blistering heat for days with temperatures soaring over 45 degrees Celsius in some places.

Heatwave Intensifies In North India, Delhi Sizzles At 46-Degree

Heatwave conditions intensified in most of the northern states of India on Monday, with Churu in Rajasthan scorching at 47.5 degrees Celsius and the mercury breaching the 46-degree mark in parts of the national capital.

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.

Bennett University webinar: Need to tap Artificial Intelligence to fight Covid, says IT minister Ravi Shankar Prasad

“This world will not remain the same as it was till now. Your life habits, your approach to life, maybe your over-aggrandizement of the world as a nation will change. In this light, do we need to reflect on the application of AI in a completely different way?” Prasad said.

BJP to hold 1000 virtual conferences on anniversary of Modi-2 govt

India News: NEW DELHI: To mark the first anniversary of the Modi-2 government, the BJP will hold virtual rallies across the country and organise over 1,000 confer.

Covid-19 in Tamil Nadu: 35 flights at Chennai airport Monday, state sees 805 new cases

In the highest single-day jump in the state, 805 new cases were recorded in Tamil Nadu on Monday. While briefing the media via video conferencing, state health minister C Vijayabaskar said 88 per cent of the Covid-19 cases in Tamil Nadu are asymptomatic.

Virus Outbreak Brazil

With Brazil emerging as one of the world's most infected countries, President Jair Bolsonaro is deflecting all responsibility for the coronavirus crisis, casting blame on mayors, governors, an outgoing health minister and the media. Confronted with a travel ban imposed on Brazil by the U.S. because

Powerful properties: how tobacco is being used to fight COVID-19

Futuris takes a look at how scientists in Spain are using tobacco and molecular farming to help create tailor-made vaccines and antibodies. #Futuris

US Centers for Disease Control Now Says Covid-19 May 'Not Spread Easily' on Surfaces – But You Should Still Be Washing Your Hands

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated information on its website about how covid-19 – the disease caused by the novel coronavirus strain SARS-CoV-2 – travels to indicate that the virus “does not spread easily” on surfaces. However, the change comes with a big caveat: the CDC site says it could still be possible for covid-19 to spread in this way, and that people should remain diligent about preventative measures like diligent hand-washing.

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.

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 […]

Coronavirus: West African farmers count losses, fear for worse - Report

The farmers say the response to the pandemic has affected everybody because all activities have slowed down

So, you're planning on getting pregnant this year

If you started 2020 with a plan to conceive, you may be feeling nervous due to COVID-19. Here's five things to consider if you're looking to grow your family.

With suitcase and bikini emojis, Spain urges tourists back from July

MADRID/BARCELONA (Reuters) - Spain revised down its coronavirus death toll on Monday and urged foreign holidaymakers to return from July as it eases one of Europe’s strictest lockdowns, though tourism businesses were sceptical about salvaging the summer season.

Outdoor markets and car dealerships will reopen from next Monday

The prime minister announced that from from June 15 non-essential shops will also be allowed to reopen.

Spoilers: Leanne fears for Oliver in Corrie as he struggles to focus

Leanne's fears set in.

British Columbia alcohol sales spike as social cues are lost

Compared to same period last year, alcohol sales rose 21.5 percent since 2018

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…

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.

After chaotic Day 1, only 41 flights planned today at Chennai airport

More cancellations expected, say officials

Passengers’ body blames govt. for sloppy first day of flight resumption

The Air Passengers Association of India (APAI) on Monday blamed the government’s sloppy handling of domestic flight resumption for large-scale flight cancellations and passengers not knowing State-wis

Coronavirus | Tondiarpet becomes fifth zone to cross the 1,000-case mark

Corporation evolves zone-wise plan to target slums.

Over 20,000 students opt for change in examination centres

Many want to write the exams from their home towns

Why Didn’t the 1958 and 1918 Pandemics Destroy the Economy? Hint: It’s the Lockdowns

Leaving aside the fact there's no evidence lockdowns actually work, we can nonetheless look to past pandemics

Researchers discover new sex hormone

When University of Ottawa biologists Kim Mitchell and Vance Trudeau began studying the effects of gene mutations in zebrafish, they uncovered new functions that regulate how males and females interact ...

Better fertility treatment could be developed after a new sex hormone is found in zebrafish, scientists say

Scientists have found a new sex hormone in the zebra fish, which they say could lead to the development of better fertility treatment for humans.

Some Americans Haven’t Seen Or Touched Another Person In 3 Months Due To The Coronavirus Pandemic

‘We are not meant to be alone,’ says a psychology professor. Some Americans have gone as long as three months without having direct, face-to-face contact with another person due to the ...

Despite Fascinating Archival Footage, Spaceship Earth Flounders When Examining Whiteness and the Colonial Lens

For a documentary so laser-focused on the intricacies of this dynamic group of "Biospherians," there is little examination of who would be granted the opportunity to start anew if Earth is ultimately made uninhabitable by the very humans who populate it.

Prototype vaccine protects monkeys from coronavirus | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

A prototype vaccine has protected monkeys from the coronavirus, researchers reported today, a finding that offers new hope for effective human vaccines.

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.

India now among top 10 worst-hit

With around 7,000 new cases in a day,India's tally of novel Coronavirus cases surpassed that of Iran's as it recorded 1,38,845 till Monday

Risks complicate reopenings as WHO warns 1st wave not over

BANGKOK — The risks of reigniting coronavirus outbreaks are complicating efforts to fend off further misery for the many millions who have lost jobs, with a top health expert warning that the world is still in the midst of a “first wave” of the pandemic. “Right now, we’re not in the second wave. We’re right …

California opens places of worship, in-store retail businesses -health officials

California retail with in-store shopping and places of worship that were closed under one of the most restrictive coronavirus containment rules in the United States may now open, health authorities announced on Monday.

COVID-19: WHO advises on healthy diets - The Nation

Eating healthy diet is important during the COVID-19 pandemic as food and drink can affect the body’s ability to prevent, fight and recover..

Sanzer Rebbe Hospitalized, Recovering After Mild Heart Attack

The public is being asked to please continue prayers for the complete recovery of Rabbi Zvi Elimelech ben Chaya Nechama.

U.S. CDC reports 1,637,456 coronavirus cases, 97,669 deaths

May 25 (Reuters) - The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday reported 1,637,456 cases of the new coronavirus, an increase of 15,342 cases from its previous count, and said that the number of deaths had risen by 620 to 97,669.

Amphan damages nearly 3 lakh hectares of farmland in Bengal

Cyclone Ampan has dealt a severe blow to the agriculture sector in West Bengal. The storm damaged nearly 3 lakh hectares of farmland in the state. Bengal is now staring at a huge financial loss in

Scientists see through glass frogs' translucent camouflage

Glass frogs are well known for their see-through skin but, until now, the reason for this curious feature has received no experimental attention.

Owners of Colorado diner sue health departments, Gov. Polis over decision to shut down restaurant

The owners of a Castle Rock restaurant which was closed by the state for defying the state’s public health order over Mother’s Day weekend is suing Governor Jared Polis and other state entities, claiming their constitutional rights were violated.

Essential Services Largely Restored, Mamata Banerjee Seeks People's Cooperation for Normalcy

Contending that 80 per cent of all essential services have been restored in West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday sought the cooperation of people for bringing the cyclone-hit state back on its feet.

Share your pandemic story

As stay at home restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic continue to loosen Interior Health is already gathering information to help learn from the experience and to prepare in case there is a next time.

Poll: support for sick leave

B.C. Premier John Horgan is applauding news that the federal government is looking at offering 10 days of paid sick leave for workers.

After Harry And Meghan, Now Prince William Has A Problem With British Stiff Upper Lip

British Broadcasting Channel Documentary Stiff Upper Lip. In the latest BBC Documentary, Prince William is seen talking about Britain’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.

52 more virus deaths as number of total cases reaches 23,615

As of today, the total number of recoveries stands at 11,917.

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.

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.

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.

Covid impact: BEd admissions unlikely before August

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.

Makhanda residents without water again as treatment works fail

Makhanda has suffered a second big water outage in a month as the town’s waterworks failed. Some areas have been without water for five days now. This comes after countless efforts and millions of rands have been spent to fix the waterworks.

Doctors blow whistle on medicines crisis in North West

Doctors in North West province say that only around half of the medicines on the province’s essential drugs list are currently available and that this is severely impacting the level of care they can provide.