What the Future May Hold for the Coronavirus and Us
As the virus spread, more mutations sprang up, giving rise to even more transmissible variants. First came Alpha, which was about 50 percent more infectious than the original virus, and …
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UN urges independent probe into death of ex-Venezuelan minister | Coronavirus pandemic News
Venezuela’s government says Raul Baduel, who served as defence minister under Hugo Chavez, died due to the coronavirus. The United Nations human rights office urged Venezuela to conduct an “independent …
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These Horrifying Photos Show How Dire The Coronavirus Surge In India Is
As cases in India surge faster than anywhere in the world, Indians struggle to care for their family members who have COVID and mourn lost loved ones. View Entire Post …
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Brazil’s Bolsonaro says he is ‘bored’ with COVID deaths questions | Coronavirus pandemic News
Far-right president’s comment comes just days after Brazil surpassed 600,000 coronavirus deaths, spurring public anger. Brazil’s far-right President Jair Bolsonaro has said he did not want to be “bored” with …
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New Zealand to require coronavirus vaccination for all foreign travelers from November
(CNN) — All foreign nationals entering New Zealand will need to be fully vaccinated from November 1, the government announced Sunday. Travelers will have to declare their vaccination status when …
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Inside United Airlines’ Decision to Mandate Coronavirus Vaccines
Scott Kirby, the chief executive of United Airlines, reached a breaking point while vacationing in Croatia this summer: After receiving word that a 57-year-old United pilot had died after contracting …
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Scientist Uncovers Deleted Coronavirus Data From China
Thirteen genetic sequences — isolated from people with COVID-19 infections in the early days of the pandemic in China — were mysteriously deleted from an online database last year but …
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New Zealand tightens travel rules as COVID spreads | Coronavirus pandemic News
All air travellers who are not New Zealand citizens must be fully vaccinated to enter the country. New Zealand has announced tighter border restrictions as new cases of COVID-19 emerged …
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Is the Coronavirus Getting Better at Airborne Transmission?
Newer variants of the coronavirus like Alpha and Delta are highly contagious, infecting far more people than the original virus. Two new studies offer a possible explanation: The virus is …
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Biden eases travel to US to those with COVID vaccinations | Coronavirus pandemic News
Beginning in November, foreign travellers flying to the US will need proof of vaccination and a negative test before boarding. President Joe Biden will ease foreign travel restrictions into the …
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COVID booster use may be expanded, US health officials say | Coronavirus pandemic News
FDA advisory body this week recommended coronavirus booster shots for people more than age 65 and those at high risk. Top health officials in the United States have said broader …
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Argentina vice president leads cabinet revolt against president | Coronavirus pandemic News
The crisis came after a spate of resignations by left-wing ministers allied with Vice President Fernandez de Kirchner over ailing economy. Argentina’s centre-left President Alberto Fernandez is battling a spreading …
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WHO-backed vaccine hub for Africa to copy Moderna COVID-19 shot | Coronavirus pandemic News
Efforts to develop an African base for COVID-19 vaccine production will focus on trying to replicate Moderna’s shot, but a lack of progress in talks with the US company mean …
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Some Healthy Americans Seek Coronavirus Booster Shots Before Approval
As a result, Americans across the political spectrum are relying on pieces of information, like an announcement by Israel’s Ministry of Health in July that the effectiveness of the Pfizer-BioNTech …
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Why Federal Research Bolsters the Case for Coronavirus Vaccine Mandates
Just a day after President Biden issued broad mandates aimed at encouraging American workers to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, federal health officials released new data showing that unvaccinated Americans …
Read MoreAustralia coronavirus: More military personnel deployed to Sydney as entire state locks down
It comes as the country continues to battle the highly infectious Delta coronavirus variant. On Saturday, NSW reported 466 new locally transmitted cases — a record — to take its …
Read MoreBolsonaro’s rule is ‘worse threat than coronavirus,’ say Brazilians as nation passes 500,000 deaths
The 500,000 death toll is twice as high as it was six months ago, a sign that the mortality rate is accelerating, say experts. “In June of last year, we …
Read MoreCoronavirus: First cruise ship arrives in Venice since pandemic began
The MSC Orchestra is due pick up passengers for a Mediterranean voyage – but protests are planned. Source link
Read MoreNepal Covid-19: Country tries to form a new government as its coronavirus crisis deepens
K. P. Sharma Oli — who touted unproven coronavirus remedies and attended crowded events even as cases rose — was removed from his position after losing a vote of confidence …
Read MoreSpain curfew lifts: Hundreds party as coronavirus restrictions ease
Footage was shared of people taking to the beaches of Barcelona and the streets of Madrid to celebrate the end of Spain’s six-month state of emergency to combat the Covid-19 …
Read MoreIndia coronavirus: New record deaths as virus engulfs India
India records another dire milestone, but the government continues to resist a full lockdown. Source link
Read MoreCoronavirus: EU sues AstraZeneca over vaccine delivery delays
The pharmaceutical giant says the legal action is “without merit” and vows to defend itself. Source link
Read MoreBrazil Covid-19: Deaths outpace births in some Brazilian cities, as the coronavirus resurges
Brazil’s second most populous city, Rio de Janeiro registered 36,437 deaths in March — 16% more than the month’s 32,060 new births, according to the national Civil Register. It wasn’t …
Read MoreCoronavirus: More work needed to rule out China lab leak theory says WHO
All possible causes of the pandemic remain on the table, says the WHO, though lab leak least likely. Source link
Read MoreCoronavirus: Two found after people flee Dublin hotel quarantine
Two people who were missing after leaving a quarantine hotel have been found, but one has not been located. Source link
Read MoreCoronavirus: EU and UK try to end row with ‘win-win’ on vaccines
Asked whether the UK might retaliate, Mr Johnson told MPs he did not believe “that blockades of either vaccines or of medicines, of ingredients for vaccines” would be “sensible”. Companies …
Read MoreCoronavirus: Germany imposes Easter lockdown to curb new surge
The infection rate has risen above 100 per 100,000 inhabitants in Germany. A further 7,485 infections have been reported in the past 24 hours, as well as 250 deaths. An …
Read MoreCovid: Germany warns of 'exponential' rise in coronavirus cases
Health Minister Jens Spahn says Europe does not have enough vaccines to prevent a third wave. Source link
Read MoreIndia coronavirus: Can its vaccine producers meet demand?
India is a big player in vaccine production – but companies are warning of supply problems. Source link
Read MoreCoronavirus: Hairdressers reopen in the Netherlands
Hairdressers in the Netherlands have reopened after being shut since December. Source link
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