12/07/2020 - New Smartphone-Based Covid Test Gives Results In Less Than 30 Minutes
12/09/2020 - China Tests 2,50,000 People For Covid After New Cluster Emerges
12/11/2020 - New York City will shut indoor dining starting Monday, Gov. Cuomo says
12/14/2020 - Russia's Covid Vaccine Sputnik Shows 91.4% Efficacy In New Trial: Report
12/14/2020 - Funding for vaccine distribution at stake in the push for a new Covid relief bill
12/14/2020 - No Indication New COVID Variant In UK Impacts Vaccine Effectiveness: WHO
12/16/2020 - New York Gov. Cuomo warns a January shutdown is possible as Covid cases soar to springtime records
12/17/2020 - Covid: Sydney residents urged to stay home amid new outbreak
12/18/2020 - HHS releases sweeping new report on U.S. Covid outbreak in move toward transparency
12/18/2020 - After UK, South Africa Identifies New Covid Strain Causing Surge In Cases
12/19/2020 - Moderna, Mckesson And US Army General Begin Rolling Out New Covid Vaccine
12/19/2020 - In Close Contact With UK Officials On New Covid Variant: WHO
12/19/2020 - Covid: WHO in 'close contact' with UK over new variant
12/21/2020 - British pound falls as UK faces new Covid strain, deadlock on Brexit trade talks
12/21/2020 - UK Cut Off From Europe Over Fears About New Covid Strain
12/21/2020 - Covid vaccines expected to protect against new strains of the virus, U.S. doctor says
12/21/2020 - "Sick Man Of Europe": UK Cut Off Over Fears About New Covid Strain
12/21/2020 - Sputnik Can Be "Highly Effective" Against New Covid Strain: Co-Developer
12/21/2020 - 18 million people in U.K. ordered to "stay at home" as new COVID strain emerges
12/21/2020 - Dr. Scott Gottlieb says new Covid strain 'will not slip past our vaccines very easily'
12/21/2020 - What we know about the new strain of COVID in the U.K.
12/21/2020 - Cramer says he's not giving up on stocks despite the new Covid strain in the U.K.
12/21/2020 - WHO says Covid is mutating at slower rate than flu as new strain in U.K. appears more contagious
12/21/2020 - British Airways agrees to require negative coronavirus tests before New York flights, Cuomo says
12/21/2020 - New Covid Variant In UK "Not Out Of Control": WHO
12/21/2020 - ‘I think this is already in the U.S.,’ Dr. Scott Gottlieb says of new U.K. Covid strain
12/22/2020 - WHO Europe To Convene Member States Over New Covid Variant
12/22/2020 - Several airlines in U.K. to test New York-bound fliers for COVID
12/22/2020 - New Covid bill says workers overpaid in pandemic unemployment may not have to return extra money
12/22/2020 - CDC says new Covid strain in UK could already be circulating undetected in U.S.
12/22/2020 - New COVID strain in U.K. may be "already here" in U.S., doctors say
12/22/2020 - 5 things to know about the new Covid strain spreading in the U.K.
12/23/2020 - 'All we can do is carry on': Brits describe life in lockdown as new Covid strain ruins holiday plans
12/23/2020 - Another new variant of COVID is spreading rapidly in South Africa
12/23/2020 - UK Announces Travel Restrictions On South Africa Over New Covid Strain
12/23/2020 - U.K. imposes stricter lockdown for millions due to new COVID strain
12/23/2020 - New warnings of a Covid ‘Christmas wave and New Year’s wave in January’
12/26/2020 - European Union Begins Covid Vaccine Rollout As New Virus Strain Spreads
12/26/2020 - Coronavirus: More cases of new Covid variant found in Europe
12/26/2020 - Europe Begins Covid Vaccine Rollout Amid Fear Of New Virus Strain
12/28/2020 - Covid: South Africa's Ramaphosa announces new restrictions as cases soar
12/28/2020 - Sydney On Alert After Mystery Cases But New Covid Infections Remain Low
12/28/2020 - Coronavirus: India confirms six cases of new Covid variant
12/29/2020 - U.S. confirms first case of the new Covid strain discovered in UK
12/29/2020 - Covid: Sydney announces new restrictions ahead of New Year
12/30/2020 - CDC says new Covid strain in U.S. could further stress 'already heavily burdened' hospitals
12/30/2020 - Colorado health officials are investigating a second suspected case of new Covid strain
12/30/2020 - California has identified first case of new Covid strain identified in UK, Newsom says
12/30/2020 - Covid: France mobilises 100,000 police to stop New Year's Eve gatherings
12/31/2020 - Covid: Pandemic dampens New Year celebrations around the world
12/31/2020 - New York City wants to vaccinate 1 million residents against Covid in January, Mayor de Blasio says
01/01/2021 - 2,500 Attend Illegal New Year Rave In France Despite Covid Restrictions
01/02/2021 - Hundreds Charged For Covid Violations During Mass French New Year Party
01/02/2021 - More cases of new Covid variant found in the U.S., threatening to worsen nation's outbreak
01/02/2021 - US Reports 277,000 Covid Cases In 24 hours, A New Record
01/03/2021 - Global community outpaces U.S. in administering new COVID vaccine
01/03/2021 - U.S. air travel hits pandemic high over New Year's holiday amid surging Covid outbreak
01/04/2021 - What We Do And Don't Know About New Covid Mutations
01/04/2021 - British Prime Minister Johnson imposes national lockdown on England to combat new Covid variant
01/04/2021 - New York Gov. Cuomo confirms state's first case of new Covid strain initially found in UK
01/05/2021 - New Variant Of COVID Present In Paris: Head Of Paris Hospitals System
01/05/2021 - More new Covid strains likely to arrive in U.S., epidemiologist says
01/05/2021 - Amid New Covid Strain Fear, UK Reports Over 60,000 Cases For First Time
01/07/2021 - US Sets New Record With Nearly 4,000 Covid Deaths In One Day: Report
01/08/2021 - Australia locks down entire city over 1 case of new COVID variant
01/08/2021 - White House Covid task force warns of possible new 'USA variant' driving spread
01/10/2021 - New Covid Variant Found In Travellers From Brazil: Japan Government
01/11/2021 - Japan has found a new Covid variant. Here's how it compares to virus strains in the UK, South Africa
01/13/2021 - Ohio researchers say they've identified two new Covid strains likely originating in the U.S.
01/13/2021 - U.S. Covid deaths reach another record as researchers find two new variants in Ohio
01/13/2021 - Biden to unveil new Covid stimulus plan, hopes for bipartisan support
01/13/2021 - China Reports First Covid Death In 8 Months As WHO Huddles On New Strains
01/15/2021 - New Covid variant first found in U.K. could become dominant strain in U.S. by March, CDC says
01/18/2021 - New York Gov. Cuomo asks to buy Covid vaccine directly from Pfizer amid dose shortages
01/18/2021 - Biden Covid advisor challenges Cuomo's letter to buy vaccine directly from Pfizer
01/19/2021 - Germany discovers new Covid mutation among 35 hospital patients
01/19/2021 - IEA cuts 2021 oil demand outlook as new Covid lockdowns weigh on fuel sales
01/19/2021 - Britains Sets New Grim Record With 1,610 Covid Deaths In 24 Hours
01/21/2021 - Dr. Fauci says Covid vaccines appear to be less effective against some new strains
01/22/2021 - Euro zone business activity shrinks again as new Covid strains lead to more lockdowns
01/22/2021 - UK doctors have advice for the U.S. on fighting the new Covid strain
01/22/2021 - Boris Johnson says some evidence new Covid variant in the UK may be more deadly
01/22/2021 - New York state is running 1,000 genome tests per week to look for new Covid variants
01/24/2021 - Covid: New Zealand reports first case in the community in months
01/24/2021 - U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson warns new COVID variant is more deadly
01/24/2021 - The U.S. is racing to adapt against new Covid strains, says Biden surgeon general pick
01/25/2021 - New Zealand's 1st COVID case in months is variant from South Africa
01/26/2021 - Is Dubai’s party over? Record Covid cases, countries raising barriers spark fears of a new lockdown
01/26/2021 - Mexico and Caribbean beach resorts offer Covid tests for new U.S. travel requirements
01/26/2021 - IMF more upbeat on global economy, but warns new Covid variants could derail growth
01/27/2021 - Dr. Fauci says Covid vaccines can be easily adapted to new variants, drugmakers working on boosters
01/28/2021 - Cuomo administration underreported nursing home Covid deaths by up to 50%, NY attorney general says
01/29/2021 - Covid: New Zealand quarantine hotel worker sacked after ‘inappropriate encounter’
01/29/2021 - As new Covid vaccines near U.S. debut, here's what you need to know
01/29/2021 - Covid: Argentina imposes new tax on wealthiest
02/04/2021 - London's Neasden Temple Starts New Covid Vaccination Centre
02/08/2021 - How Covid is ‘creating a new genre’ for live music
02/08/2021 - New York aims to reopen Broadway, large venues, with extensive Covid testing, Gov. Cuomo says
02/09/2021 - Does The World Need New COVID Vaccines? "Jury Is Out", Says Trial Chief
02/10/2021 - Covid: WHO backs Oxford vaccine against new variants
02/10/2021 - New York Gov. Cuomo says Barclays Center, other large arenas in the state, can reopen starting Feb. 23
02/12/2021 - Chinese forced to grapple with a Lunar New Year COVID conundrum
02/17/2021 - New York attorney general sues Amazon over Covid shortfalls
02/17/2021 - New York's Cuomo says amusement parks, camps can reopen this summer as state monitors Covid variants
02/18/2021 - Fallout mounts over nursing home deaths as New York lawmaker says Cuomo vowed to ‘destroy’ him
02/19/2021 - New York health chief defends state's decision to make nursing homes take Covid patients
02/21/2021 - South Africa Covid variant detected for the first time in New York patient, Cuomo says
02/22/2021 - FDA says Covid vaccines that target new variants won't need large clinical trials to win approval
02/25/2021 - Pfizer-BioNTech are testing a booster shot of their Covid vaccine in a new trial
02/25/2021 - Andrew Cuomo: Why is New York's governor facing controversy?
02/26/2021 - Oxford vaccine may be key weapon against new COVID variants
02/27/2021 - Oxford vaccine may be key weapon against new COVID variants
02/27/2021 - New York Governor Cuomo faces fresh claims of sexual harassment
03/02/2021 - Andrew Cuomo: Fresh calls for New York governor to resign over harassment claims
03/07/2021 - Two more women accuse New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo of inappropriate conduct
03/07/2021 - Cuomo to sign law stripping emergency Covid powers, vows won't be distracted by harassment claims
03/07/2021 - Top Democrat in New York state Senate calls on Cuomo to resign
03/07/2021 - WHO says Europe sees 1 million new COVID cases as virus surges
03/09/2021 - New Cuomo accuser claims he inappropriately touched her at governor's mansion, report says
03/10/2021 - Covid 19 live updates: Daily new coronavirus cases hit new U.S. lows but experts warn about the looming spring break
03/11/2021 - Covid 19 live updates: Former U.S. presidents (minus one) and first ladies urge Americans to get vaccinated in new ad series
03/11/2021 - De Blasio, New York Democrats demand Cuomo resign over sexual harassment claims, Covid cover up
03/11/2021 - New York Democrats start to discuss running for governor as Cuomo resists calls to resign
03/12/2021 - Congressional Democrats from New York call on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign
03/12/2021 - New WTO boss on U.S. ties and addressing the COVID crisis
03/12/2021 - New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo again refuses to resign, says Democratic calls to quit are 'dangerous'
03/12/2021 - U.S. Sens. Schumer and Gillibrand call on New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign
03/14/2021 - New York's vaccine czar called county executives to determine support for Cuomo: report
03/15/2021 - 6-8 New Covid Vaccines May Be Ready For Use This Year: WHO
03/16/2021 - The Small Business Administration is about to get a new leader as Covid recovery heats up
03/20/2021 - Brazil Covid variant detected in New York resident for the first time, Cuomo says
03/22/2021 - New Jersey likely to pause reopening plans as Covid cases rise, governor says
03/22/2021 - Coronavirus: Germany plans tighter Covid rules to tackle new surge
03/23/2021 - Tom Lee says cyclical companies are 'the new growth stocks' during Covid recovery
03/25/2021 - Biden will announce new Covid vaccine goal: 200 million shots within his first 100 days
03/26/2021 - Chile lockdown 86% of its population due to new strains of covid
03/26/2021 - Do you need to wear masks after Covid vaccine? New NIH-backed study hopes to answer that
03/29/2021 - "Impending Doom": US Health Body Warns Of New Surge As Covid Cases Rise
03/31/2021 - Inside Covid Vaccine Production At BioNTech's New Plant In Germany
04/07/2021 - New Zealand Suspends Entry Of Travellers From India Amid Covid Surge
04/08/2021 - Researchers identify five new cases of 'double mutant' Covid variant in California
04/12/2021 - WHO says Covid pandemic is growing 'exponentially' at more than 4.4 million new cases a week
04/13/2021 - India's Maharashtra state announces 15 days of tough new Covid measures
04/15/2021 - India's second wave of Covid shows no signs of slowing as country reports over 200,000 new cases
04/21/2021 - Germany Covid: MPs back new lockdown law as protest is broken up
04/22/2021 - India reports record single-day jump in Covid cases, with more than 314,000 new infections
04/22/2021 - New Covid variant detected at Texas A&M lab shows signs of antibody resistance and severe illness
04/23/2021 - India reports more than 330,000 new Covid cases, setting a fresh global record
04/23/2021 - MIT researchers say you're no safer from Covid indoors at 6 feet or 60 feet in new study
04/24/2021 - New And More Potent Strain Of Covid Detected In Sri Lanka: Immunologist
04/24/2021 - Covid Vaccine Doses Pass One-Billion Mark As Global Cases Hit New Record
04/26/2021 - India reports record Covid cases for a fifth straight day with more than 350,000 new infections
04/27/2021 - Pfizer's new at-home pill to treat Covid could be available by end of the year, CEO hopes
04/28/2021 - India reports record new cases and fatalities, official Covid death toll surpasses 200,000
04/30/2021 - India reports record Covid cases again — with over 386,000 new infections
04/30/2021 - New York City indoor dining capacity to increase to 75% in May as Covid restrictions ease
05/03/2021 - India accounts for 1 in 3 new Covid cases being recorded. Here is its second wave in 5 charts
05/03/2021 - 2 in 5 American adults fully vaccinated as daily average of new Covid cases falls below 50,000
05/03/2021 - New York To Resume 24-Hour Subway Services Halted A Year Back Over Covid
05/03/2021 - Samia Suluhu Hassan: Tanzania's new president challenges Covid denial
05/04/2021 - India reports more than 357,000 new Covid cases as total crosses 20 million
05/04/2021 - Biden's new Covid vaccination goal is for 70% of adults to have at least one shot by July 4
05/06/2021 - India reports over 412,000 new Covid cases as court demands plan to tackle oxygen shortage in Delhi
05/06/2021 - Cuomo privately calls on wealthy business leaders to stay in New York, lobby to remove SALT cap
05/14/2021 - New CDC mask guidance may spur more Americans to get Covid vaccine, says Dr. Scott Gottlieb
05/14/2021 - US Issues New Warning On Domestic Extremism As Covid Rules Eased
05/19/2021 - Canadian lab seeks volunteers in Argentina to test new covid vaccine
05/20/2021 - New Zealand's economic recovery from Covid is 'better than expected,' says deputy prime minister
05/20/2021 - Singapore orders Facebook and Twitter to correct false claim about a 'new' Covid variant
05/20/2021 - New Covid Testing Method Gives Result In 1 Second, Say Scientists: Report
05/22/2021 - Covid: Argentina starts new lockdown as cases soar
05/26/2021 - Magallanes Region on Monday reported 59 new Covid 19 cases
05/27/2021 - Sanofi And GSK Launch Final Testing Phase Of New Covid Vaccine
05/28/2021 - No Timeline Yet For New Covid Origins Probe: WHO
05/29/2021 - Covid: Vietnam detects new UK-Indian variant, health officials say
05/29/2021 - Vietnam Detects New Covid Variant, Hybrid Of Strains Found In India, UK
05/31/2021 - France Opens Covid Vaccination For All Adults Amid New Variants Threat
06/03/2021 - NIH scientists say they may have found a promising new oral antiviral drug for Covid
06/03/2021 - India places advance order for new Covid vaccine
06/05/2021 - United will require new employees to show proof of Covid vaccine, following Delta
06/09/2021 - In China's new Covid hotspot, police detain those who violate virus prevention measures
06/15/2021 - US Covid Death Count Crosses 6,00,000, New York Drops Curbs
06/15/2021 - US Tops 600,000 Covid Deaths, New York And California Drop Curbs
06/16/2021 - China's new Covid hotspot reports zero new cases for the first time since latest outbreak
06/16/2021 - Covid causes new environmental dilemma for India’s Ganges River
06/17/2021 - Are Asia's Covid 'winners' entering shaky new territory?
06/17/2021 - New Covid study hints at long-term loss of brain tissue, Dr. Scott Gottlieb warns
06/18/2021 - Delta Variant Represents Almost 90% Of New Moscow Covid Cases: Mayor
06/18/2021 - Delta Variant Accounts For Nearly 90% Of New Covid Cases In Moscow: Mayor
06/20/2021 - When Covid Is Same As "Flu Season": Pandemic Enters New Era
06/22/2021 - Covid: Sydney faces new restrictions as cluster grows
06/23/2021 - Fauci says delta accounts for 20% of new cases and will be dominant Covid variant in U.S. in weeks
06/23/2021 - Delta To Account For 90% New Covid Cases In Europe By End August: Report
06/24/2021 - Delta Covid variant has a new mutation called 'delta plus': Here's what you need to know
06/26/2021 - Delta Variant Forces New Lockdowns As Europe Lifts Covid Restrictions
07/01/2021 - New Covid wave could be imminent as delta variant sweeps Europe, WHO says
07/01/2021 - Covid: Europe risks new wave, WHO warns
07/04/2021 - Next 2 Days "Critical": Australia's New South Wales As Covid Cases Rise
07/06/2021 - Mask-wearing becomes a new battleground in England as Covid rules are eased
07/08/2021 - Headache? Runny nose? These are among the new top 5 Covid symptoms, study says
07/08/2021 - UK PM Boris Johnson's New Covid Gamble Worries Some Scientists
07/08/2021 - New Covid outbreaks a top risk to economic recovery, OECD chief says
07/08/2021 - Virtually all new Covid deaths and hospitalizations are among unvaccinated people, White House says
07/12/2021 - FDA to announce new warning on J&J Covid vaccine related to a rare autoimmune disorder, report says
07/13/2021 - Here, Covid Cases Surge Past India, Marking New Epicenter
07/15/2021 - Cuomo raised over $2 million from top New York donors as he was accused of sexual harassment
07/23/2021 - Nightclubs are a new battleground against Covid, but the young yearn for freedom
07/28/2021 - Here's a map of the Covid hot spots that fall under the CDC's new mask guidance
07/28/2021 - Twitter closes San Francisco, New York offices as Covid cases surge
07/29/2021 - Malaysia’s daily new Covid cases per million people is now one of the highest globally
07/30/2021 - Joe Biden Says US To See New Covid Restrictions "In All Probability"
08/01/2021 - US Top Covid Advisor Says No New Lockdowns Expected Despite Delta Surge
08/02/2021 - Health experts fear unlocked England could become an incubator for new Covid variants
08/02/2021 - Gov. Cuomo mandates vaccinations for transit workers as New York's Covid cases surge
08/03/2021 - New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio will mandate Covid vaccines for certain indoor activities
08/03/2021 - Andrew Cuomo: New York Governor sexually harassed women, report finds
08/03/2021 - Biden approval ratings on Covid and economy fall in new CNBC All-America survey
08/03/2021 - New York First In US To Mandate Covid Vaccines To For Restaurants, Gyms
08/03/2021 - New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo will respond Tuesday to bombshell sexual harassment report by AG James
08/03/2021 - France, Battling Fourth Wave Of Covid, Imposes New Restrictions
08/04/2021 - Biden says New York Governor Cuomo needs to resign amid sexual harassment scandal
08/05/2021 - Andrew Cuomo faces impeachment threat as New York governor
08/07/2021 - Sydney Reports New Covid Record As Melbourne Races To Trace Outbreak
08/07/2021 - U.S. is now averaging 100,000 new Covid infections a day
08/07/2021 - New York Gov. Cuomo could face misdemeanor in groping case, county sheriff says
08/08/2021 - Executive assistant who accused New York Gov. Cuomo of groping speaks publicly
08/08/2021 - Top aide to embattled New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigns
08/09/2021 - Top Aide To New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Resigns: Reports
08/09/2021 - After a summer of packed concerts, the New Orleans Jazz Fest was canceled amid rising covid hospitalizations
08/10/2021 - New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigns over sexual harassment scandal, will leave office in 2 weeks
08/10/2021 - New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Resigns After Harassment Claims
08/10/2021 - New York Governor Andrew Cuomo resigns in wake of harassment report
08/10/2021 - Amazon Loses Bid To Stop New York From Probing Covid Standards
08/12/2021 - Kathy Hochul says she'll run for New York governor next year after finishing Cuomo's term
08/13/2021 - For Lockdown Policies, New Method For Modelling Covid Spread Developed
08/13/2021 - New York Assembly will suspend Andrew Cuomo impeachment investigation after governor resigns
08/13/2021 - New Covid Vaccine Mimics Virus Shape To Provide Robust Protection: Study
08/14/2021 - Australia: New South Wales 'in worst ever Covid situation'
08/16/2021 - 'We are on fire': Five U.S. states set new records for Covid cases as hospitalizations rise
08/17/2021 - New Zealand Declares Snap 3-Day Lockdown After 1st Covid Case In 6 Months
08/17/2021 - New Zealand enters nationwide lockdown over one Covid case
08/18/2021 - New Zealand was set to be the first advanced economy to hike rates. One Covid case put a stop to it
08/18/2021 - New Zealand, In Lockdown Over 1 Covid Case, Warns Outbreak Will Worsen
08/19/2021 - "Have Uncovered Piece Of The Puzzle": New Zealand PM On Covid Outbreak
08/22/2021 - Covid: New Zealand pandemic strategy in doubt amid Delta spread
08/22/2021 - China Reports No New Local Covid Cases For First Time Since July
08/23/2021 - Malaysia’s new prime minister faces the immediate task of taming a worsening Covid outbreak
08/23/2021 - New York City Mandates Covid Vaccines For Teachers
08/23/2021 - New Zealand Has Highest Jump In Covid Cases Since April 2020
08/24/2021 - Papua New Guinea Bans India Flights In Diplomatic Spat Over Covid Breach
08/26/2021 - New Zealand Defends "Covid Zero" Strategy, Australia Says "Just Absurd"
08/27/2021 - U.S. intelligence agencies split on Covid origins, offer no high-confidence conclusions in new report
08/30/2021 - Israel doubles down on booster shots as daily Covid cases set new record
08/30/2021 - South Africa Scientists Monitor New Covid Variant With High Mutation Rate
09/01/2021 - WHO says it is monitoring a new Covid variant called 'mu'
09/02/2021 - Fauci says the new mu Covid strain isn't an immediate threat in the U.S.
09/06/2021 - The world needs rich countries to donate Covid vaccines, former New Zealand prime minister says
09/09/2021 - Biden to detail new six-pronged plan to increase U.S. Covid vaccination rates, fight virus
09/10/2021 - Patient concerned about covid reports sex romp at New Zealand hospital: ‘It was just all a bit staggering’
09/10/2021 - New study finds unvaccinated are 11 times more likely to die from Covid, CDC says
09/10/2021 - What you need to know about President Joe Biden's new Covid vaccine mandates
09/14/2021 - After 3-Month Covid Lockdown, Sydney Lifts Curbs As New Cases Stabilise
09/15/2021 - New York To Offer Covid Vaccination, Testing To All Attending UN Session
09/15/2021 - Moderna releases new data on Covid breakthrough cases it says supports need for booster shots
09/18/2021 - 1,882 New Covid Cases In Australia; Police Quell Anti-Lockdown Protests
09/21/2021 - New Zealand Covid: Men caught smuggling KFC into lockdown-hit Auckland
09/21/2021 - Biden vows new era of 'relentless diplomacy' as world contends with Covid, climate change and China
09/29/2021 - New Zealand's Covid Cases Jump As It Battles Delta Variant
09/29/2021 - Covid has made biotech companies the hot new tech sector as investor demand drives record IPOs
10/01/2021 - Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh tests positive for Covid, days before new term begins
10/01/2021 - Fauci says FDA will review Merck's new Covid treatment 'as quickly as they possibly can'
10/03/2021 - Asia-Pacific stocks rise after Merck announces new Covid treatment; China markets closed
10/03/2021 - Merck's New Covid Pill Raises Hopes For Nations Struggling To Vaccinate
10/04/2021 - New Zealand Drops "Covid Zero" Goal After "Game Changer" Delta Variant
10/04/2021 - Thailand In Talks With Merck For 200,000 Courses Of New Covid Pill
10/04/2021 - Supreme Court begins pivotal new term with first in-person arguments since the Covid pandemic
10/10/2021 - Singapore's Ambitious Quarantine-Free Travel Plan Eyes Covid "New Normal"
10/13/2021 - It May Be "Last Chance" To Find Covid Origins: WHO After Forming New Panel
10/13/2021 - Covid: New WHO group may be last chance to find virus origins
10/16/2021 - New York real estate heir Robert Durst hospitalized with Covid days after life sentence, his attorney says
10/17/2021 - Why Levi's is opening 100 new stores as Covid online sales boom keeps growing
10/17/2021 - Has Covid changed New York City nightlife forever?
10/19/2021 - Covid: Moscow imposes new restrictions as infections soar
10/20/2021 - Gates Foundation Commits $120 Million To Support Access To New Covid Pill
10/20/2021 - UK doctors call for urgent return of Covid restrictions as experts monitor new mutation
10/22/2021 - Beijing Launches Mass Testing After 4 New Covid Cases Found
10/23/2021 - New Zealand's Covid Outbreak Spreads Despite Strict Lockdown
10/24/2021 - China's New Covid Outbreak, Driven By Delta, May Worsen: Official
10/25/2021 - Covid: Biden sets new rules as air travel to the US reopens
10/28/2021 - Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Charged With Sex Crime
10/29/2021 - Cuomo sex crime case: New York sheriff says 'we have an overwhelming amount of evidence'
10/30/2021 - China Imposes New Curbs Over "Serious" Covid Outbreak
11/02/2021 - Northern New Zealand Sealed Off Over "Undetected" Covid Spread
11/02/2021 - Scientists Identify New Antibody For Covid, Variants: Report
11/06/2021 - New Zealand Crosses 200 Daily Covid Cases For First Time In Pandemic
11/06/2021 - Greece Imposes New Curbs For Unvaccinated As Covid Cases Rise
11/11/2021 - New RNA-Based Therapy Protects Mice From Covid Virus, Variants: Study
11/15/2021 - Europe should be wary of possible new Covid variants, the bloc's economics chief says
11/15/2021 - Germany's Covid Infections Hit New High, Tighter Curbs Planned
11/18/2021 - Belgium announces new Covid restrictions, but prime minister vows to avoid lockdown
11/18/2021 - Record high cases, more rules and partial lockdowns: A new Covid wave engulfs Europe
11/18/2021 - Masks Cut Covid Risk In Half, New Study Shows
11/19/2021 - New Sub-Lineage Of Covid Delta Variant Found In Sri Lanka
11/20/2021 - Covid: Fresh protests in Europe against new restrictions
11/25/2021 - New Covid Variant With 'Unusual' Mutations Focus Of WHO Meet
11/25/2021 - WHO calls special meeting to discuss new Covid variant with 'a large number of mutations'
11/25/2021 - UK To Ban Travel From 6 Nations As South Africa Detects New Covid Variant
11/25/2021 - Hong Kong Finds 2 Cases Of New Covid Variant Identified In Africa
11/25/2021 - Dow futures plunge 400 points amid fears of new Covid variant found in South Africa
11/25/2021 - 9-Month Limit On Covid Vaccine Validity For Travel To Europe In New Rules
11/25/2021 - What 5 Top Experts Are Saying About New Covid Strain
11/25/2021 - South African rand takes a hit on fears of new Covid variant with many mutations
11/26/2021 - Singapore To Curb Arrivals From 7 African Nations Over New Covid Variant
11/26/2021 - Israel Detects Case Of New Covid Variant First Found In South Africa
11/26/2021 - New Covid variant roils global markets with oil sinking 5%
11/26/2021 - Covid variant: Reaction to new rules on travel from southern Africa
11/26/2021 - Bitcoin enters bear market territory as risk assets plunge on new Covid variant
11/26/2021 - European officials voice concern over 'alarming' new Covid variant
11/26/2021 - Oil drops 10% in worst day of 2021, breaks below $70 as new Covid variant sparks global demand concerns
11/26/2021 - New Covid variant: Pride and punishment follows South Africa discovery
11/26/2021 - Boeing, airline stocks tumble as new Covid variant spurs travel curbs
11/26/2021 - Belgium confirms case of new, heavily mutated Covid variant
11/26/2021 - Europe's First Case Of New Covid Variant Detected In Belgium
11/26/2021 - Too Early To Know If New Covid Variant Needs New Vaccine: EU Medical Body
11/26/2021 - New Covid Strain Named Omicron, Classified As "Variant Of Concern" By WHO
11/26/2021 - U.S. to restrict travel from South Africa, 7 other countries as new Covid variant emerges
11/26/2021 - US Restricts Travel From 8 Southern African Nations Over New Covid Strain
11/26/2021 - Canada Restricts Travel From 7 African Countries Over New Covid Strain
11/26/2021 - Moderna Says It Will Develop Booster Shot For New Covid Strain
11/26/2021 - EU Countries Agree To Ban Travel To Southern Africa Over New Covid Strain
11/26/2021 - World Trade Organization's Big Conference Postponed Over New Covid Strain
11/26/2021 - Arab Countries Ban Travel From African Nations Due To New Covid Strain
11/26/2021 - Travel Bans, Plunging Markets: Global Panic Ensues Over New Covid Variant
11/26/2021 - No cases of new omicron Covid variant in the U.S., CDC says
11/27/2021 - Hunt For Covid Variants: How The New One Was Found, What We Know So Far
11/27/2021 - Covid: World races to contain new Omicron variant
11/27/2021 - New York declares covid state of emergency as Gov. Hochul warns omicron variant ‘is coming’
11/27/2021 - Being "Punished" For Detecting New Covid Variant Omicron: South Africa
11/27/2021 - UK Confirms First Two Cases Of New Covid Strain 'Omicron'
11/27/2021 - UK, Germany, Italy Detect Cases Of New Covid Variant
11/27/2021 - Dutch Find 61 Covid Cases On South Africa Flights Amid New Strain Worry
11/27/2021 - Czech Republic Reports First Case Of New Covid Strain: Hospital
11/27/2021 - Israel To Ban Entry Of Foreigners From All Nations Over New Covid Strain
11/27/2021 - In Slap At China, US Praises South Africa's Detection Of New Covid Strain
11/27/2021 - Travel Bans, Research: World Races To Contain New Covid Variant 'Omicron'
11/27/2021 - Covid: Israel to impose travel ban for foreigners over new variant
11/28/2021 - Australia Detects Two Cases Of New Covid Variant 'Omicron'
11/28/2021 - Israel Closes Borders To Foreigners To Stem Spread Of New Covid Strain
11/28/2021 - 13 New Covid Variant Cases Among South Africa Travellers In Netherlands
11/28/2021 - Masks To Make A Comeback In UK As New Covid Rules Kick In From Tuesday
11/28/2021 - "Race Against Time" To Tackle New Covid Variant: European Union Chief
11/28/2021 - Travel Bans Over New Covid Variant "Attack Global Solidarity": WHO
11/28/2021 - Botswana Detects 19 New 'Omicron' Covid Variant Cases: Health Minister
11/28/2021 - South Africa Could Make Covid Jabs Compulsory Amid New Variant Concerns
11/28/2021 - Canada Confirms Two New Covid 'Omicron' Infections
11/28/2021 - Australia To Review Reopening Plans Amid New Covid Variant Scare
11/28/2021 - France Detects 8 "Possible" New Variant Cases Amid Fifth Covid Wave
11/28/2021 - WHO says delta variant still the priority despite growing worries over new omicron Covid strain
11/28/2021 - Japan To Ban Foreign Arrivals Over New Covid Variant, Says Prime Minister
11/29/2021 - Omicron: Why WHO Skipped 2 Greek Letters While Naming New Covid Strain
11/29/2021 - Moderna CEO says it will take months to clear a new Covid vaccine targeting omicron
11/29/2021 - Canada's New Covid Variant Count Rises To 3 After First Case In Quebec
11/29/2021 - Cause For Concern, "Not Panic": What Joe Biden Said On New Covid Variant
11/30/2021 - EU Could Approve Vaccine Against New Covid Variant In 3 To 4 Months
11/30/2021 - Omicron: Do travel bans work against new Covid variants?
11/30/2021 - Amazon rolled back Covid safety protocols in warehouses, says New York attorney general
12/01/2021 - India's economy is on track — but new Covid variant could weigh on growth, economists say
12/02/2021 - Covid: South Africa new cases double in 24 hours as Omicron spreads
12/02/2021 - Omicron Covid variant expected to hit New York in 'coming days,' NY health commissioner says
12/02/2021 - New York officials confirm 5 cases of omicron Covid variant in NYC metro area
12/02/2021 - Omicron: India reports first cases of new Covid variant
12/03/2021 - South Africa Hit By Fourth Covid Wave, Driven By New Variant Omicron
12/03/2021 - Why it's 'super important' to revisit your financial plan for 2022 amid new Covid uncertainties
12/04/2021 - CNN fires Chris Cuomo after new information in review of how he helped brother Andrew Cuomo
12/05/2021 - UK's New Covid Travel Rules Amid 'Omicron' Variant Scare
12/05/2021 - Health experts debate using existing boosters against new, emerging Covid strains
12/06/2021 - South Africa Readies Hospitals As Omicron Variant Drives New Covid Wave
12/06/2021 - Italy Imposes New Covid Rules On Unvaccinated Amid Surge In Cases
12/08/2021 - Symptoms, vaccine evasion and a new 'offshoot': What we know now about the omicron Covid variant
12/08/2021 - Cramer sees potential for new roaring 20s-type economic boom as Covid concerns recede
12/10/2021 - New York Gov. Kathy Hochul imposes statewide mask mandate amid spread of omicron Covid variant
12/12/2021 - China Reports New Covid Outbreak Of Delta Strain Sub-Lineage
12/13/2021 - Norway Announces New Covid Curbs Amid Omicron Spread
12/14/2021 - U.S. Covid shot distribution faces new challenges in year two, UPS vaccine logistics head says
12/14/2021 - Ex-NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo ordered to repay $5 million in Covid book money
12/14/2021 - New York's Covid Hospitalizations Jump By 70% In Weeks
12/15/2021 - South Korea May Tighten Covid Curbs As New Cases Climb To Record High
12/15/2021 - The NFL and NBA lead new Covid outbreaks in sports, spurring fines, restrictions, and delays
12/15/2021 - New Zealand Approves Pfizer Covid Vaccine For Children Aged 5-11
12/15/2021 - "Really Tired": New Covid Wave Overburdens France's Hospitals, Again
12/16/2021 - European Union's Medical Body Backs 2 New Covid Treatments
12/16/2021 - Britain Reports Another Daily Record Of 88,376 New Covid Cases
12/16/2021 - Covid surge is gripping New York City ahead of the holidays: 'We've never seen this before'
12/17/2021 - Australia's New Covid Cases Hit Record High For Third Day
12/18/2021 - New York covid cases hit record high as omicron spreads and Rockettes, Broadway cancel shows
12/19/2021 - UK Health Minister Doesn't Rule Out New COVID Restrictions Before Christmas
12/19/2021 - 100 Taylor Swift Fans Covid Positive After Party To Celebrate New Album
12/20/2021 - New Zealand Links 26-Year-Old Man's Death To Pfizer Covid Vaccine
12/20/2021 - Omicron vs Delta: New Study Answers Questions On New Covid Variant
12/20/2021 - 73.2% Of New Covid Cases In US Are Omicron As Strain Now "Dominant"
12/22/2021 - UK Approves Covid Jab For Under-12s As New Daily Cases Top 1 Lakh
12/24/2021 - Covid: Christmas flights cancelled and new curbs amid Omicron spread
12/25/2021 - France Hits Record 100,000 Covid Cases In A Day Amid New Variant Concerns
12/26/2021 - Covid: Travel chaos spills into new week
12/28/2021 - Controversy As US Plane To Shanghai Returns Over China's New Covid Rules
12/28/2021 - Austria's Innsbruck airport denies 110 Britons entry over new Covid rules
12/28/2021 - Chinese City Of 13 Million Faces New Challenge: Covid Surge Despite Curbs
12/29/2021 - US Records Highest-Ever Average New Covid Cases: Report
12/30/2021 - Covid "Tsunami" Awaits As World Heads Into New Year
12/30/2021 - Nighttime Curfew, New Year Gathering Limits In Canada As Covid Cases Soar
12/31/2021 - Lockdown, Travel Curbs In Chinese Cities On Covid Alert As New Year Looms
12/31/2021 - Happy Or Gloomy New Year? Covid Crashes The Party Again
12/31/2021 - As Omicron Spreads Across US, New Covid Drugs In Short Supply
01/01/2022 - New Covid Curbs To Be A Last Resort In UK, Says Minister
01/01/2022 - England Sees 162,572 New Covid Cases In Yet Another Record
01/01/2022 - US flight cancellations hit new holiday peak amid Covid and bad weather
01/03/2022 - A Covid Rule Breach By A British DJ In New Zealand. Then, Omicron Scare
01/04/2022 - New York Attorney Drops Groping Charges Against Ex Governor Andrew Cuomo
01/04/2022 - IMF Delays World Economic Outlook Release To Add New Covid Disruptions
01/05/2022 - Israel Lodges 12,000 New Covid Cases, Highest Daily Rise In 2 Years
01/06/2022 - New York Covid Peak Is Yet To Come, Warn US Officials
01/06/2022 - Smash And Shout: Dutch Find New Ways To Vent Covid Frustrations
01/06/2022 - "Tsunami" Of New Covid Cases Overwhelming Global Health Systems: WHO
01/08/2022 - World Tops Over 2 Million New Daily Covid Cases: Report
01/08/2022 - Covid: Thousands protest in France against proposed new vaccine pass
01/13/2022 - 2 New Medicines For Covid Treatment Get WHO Approval
01/16/2022 - Chinese Cities On High Covid Alert As Lunar New Year Travel Season Starts
01/18/2022 - Will Britain Lift Strict Covid Curbs? Possibility Looms As New Cases Fall
01/18/2022 - Germany Surpasses 100,000 New Covid Cases In 24 Hours As Omicron Surges
01/22/2022 - Jacinda Ardern Cancels Her Wedding. Reason: New Zealand's Covid Rules
01/22/2022 - Covid: New Zealand PM Ardern cancels wedding amid Omicron wave
01/24/2022 - Sarah Palin's positive Covid test delays New York Times defamation trial
01/29/2022 - Russia Sees Highest Ever 113,122 New Covid Cases In A Day
01/29/2022 - New Zealand PM Isolating, Journalist Case Highlights Tough Covid Curbs
01/30/2022 - New York City To Deliver Free Antiviral Pills To Covid Patients
01/31/2022 - Lunar New Year: Covid thwarts travel plans for millions
02/02/2022 - How Covid brought new roles for Singapore's theatre actors
02/02/2022 - Covid: New Zealand unveils phased border reopening plan
02/07/2022 - After Canada, New Zealand Truckers Block Streets To Protest Covid Curbs
02/08/2022 - Chinese Scientists Say New Covid Test Gives Results Within 4 Minutes
02/09/2022 - New York State Lifts Indoor Mask Mandate As Covid Cases Drop
02/10/2022 - 1 In 3 Elderly Develop New Conditions After Covid: Study
02/10/2022 - New Inhaled Vaccine Gives Broad Protection Against Covid Variants: Study
02/18/2022 - Hong Kong Postpones Picking New Leader Amid Worst-Ever Covid Outbreak
02/20/2022 - New Zealand PM Says May Ease Covid Rules Amid Protests; No Deadline Yet
03/12/2022 - Almost 3,400 New Covid Cases In China, Highest Daily Spike In 2 Years
03/16/2022 - Israel Records New Covid Variant
03/16/2022 - New Covid Variant Detected In Israel: 5 Points
03/16/2022 - "Tip Of The Iceberg": WHO On 11 Million New Global Covid Cases Last Week
03/17/2022 - How One Country Is Beating Covid Despite 600,000 New Cases A Day
03/26/2022 - New World Order? One-Two Punch Of Covid And War Rattle Globalisation
03/27/2022 - Pakistan Accumulates Over $10 Billion In New Debt During Covid: Report
04/01/2022 - Coronavirus LIVE: India Reports Over 1,300 New Covid Cases In 24 Hours
04/02/2022 - New Covid Variant XE Found In UK, More Transmissible Than Omicron: WHO
04/02/2022 - China Reports Over 13,000 New Covid Cases As Outbreak Spreads
04/15/2022 - Shanghai Sees Record Symptomatic Covid Cases As New Lockdowns Imposed
04/17/2022 - What's The New Covid Omicron XE Variant And Should I Be Worried?
04/22/2022 - Shanghai Reports 12 New Covid Deaths As Frustrations Boil Over
05/11/2022 - Expiring Untapped Global Vaccine Stash Adds Risks Of New Covid Variants
05/12/2022 - $3 Billion Pledged In New Funding During Virtual Global Covid Summit
05/16/2022 - North Korea Reports 6 New Deaths, Over 1 Million Infected With Covid
05/17/2022 - New York Raises Covid Alert From "Medium" To "High" As Infections Soar
05/20/2022 - Shanghai Reports New Cases After 5 Days Of "Zero Covid"
05/20/2022 - Locked-Down Shanghai Finds New Cases, Breaks "Zero Covid" Streak
06/22/2022 - We Are Facing A New Wave Of Covid: France's Vaccination Chief
07/06/2022 - China's New Covid Outbreaks Put Millions Under Lockdown - Again
08/01/2022 - New Zealand fully reopens borders to build back from COVID isolation
08/23/2022 - Covid Incubation Gets Shorter With Each New Variant, Study Shows
08/25/2022 - North Korea Says New Fever Cases Were Flu, Not Covid
09/01/2022 - 16 Million Under Lockdown In Chinese City Amid New Covid Outbreak: Report
09/08/2022 - For Long Covid, Scientists Warn Of A Startling New Crisis
09/12/2022 - New Intranasal Anti-Viral Treatment May Block Covid Transmission: Report
09/14/2022 - A New Covid Variant Is Now Spreading - Omicron BA.4.6. Details Here
10/10/2022 - China Imposes New Lockdowns To Curb Covid Ahead Key Congress Meet
11/13/2022 - Days After Curbs Relaxed, China Records 14,288 New Daily Covid Cases
11/13/2022 - China Reports 16,072 New Covid Cases, Highest In Recent Outbreak
11/15/2022 - Uruguay's Vaccine Committee summoned to rule on need for new Covid booster dose
11/21/2022 - China's Beijing Reports Over 300 New Covid Cases, Enforces Travel Curbs
11/26/2022 - China Reports Over 30,000 New Daily Covid Cases For 3rd Straight Day
11/26/2022 - China Sees Nearly 40,000 Covid Cases In New Record For 4th Straight Day
11/27/2022 - Blank Paper New Symbol Of Defiance In China's Covid Protests. Here's Why
11/29/2022 - New South Wales scraps tens of thousands of Covid fines
12/01/2022 - China Reports Slight Dip In Daily Covid Count, 34,980 New Cases Recorded
12/01/2022 - Despite New Covid Cases, Chinese Cities Reopen Shops, Scale Back Testing
12/05/2022 - Covid Was Man-Made Virus, Says Wuhan Lab Scientist In New Book
12/05/2022 - China May Announce 10 New Steps To Ease Covid Curbs On Wednesday: Report
12/16/2022 - China May See Over 1 Million Covid Deaths Through 2023, Predicts New Model
12/18/2022 - China Megacity's New Work Rule For Covid Patients Marks Big U-Turn
12/20/2022 - World Fears A New Wave Of China's Covid, Ponders How To Help Xi Jinping
12/20/2022 - China Covid: Five deaths under country's new counting method
12/20/2022 - China Says No New Covid Deaths Reported After Changing Criteria
12/21/2022 - Hearses Queue At Beijing Crematorium Despite No New Covid Deaths In China
12/21/2022 - As New Covid Variant Threatens China, Expert Cites India's Example
12/22/2022 - China's New Covid Hospitalisations Absent From WHO's Latest Reports
12/26/2022 - Amid Millions Of New Infections, China Learns To Live With Covid
12/29/2022 - More Risk Of New Covid Variants As Cases Spike In China, Warn Experts
12/31/2022 - "Light Of Hope...": Xi's New Year Address To China Amid Covid Spike
01/01/2023 - New Year: Countries around the world celebrate after Covid lull
01/05/2023 - WHO Says China Reported Nearly 220,000 New Covid Cases In 2023
01/05/2023 - 'Kraken', The New Covid Variant And Why It's Causing Concern
01/08/2023 - China Says "Life Is Moving Forward" In New Phase Of Covid Response
01/25/2023 - China Says Covid Deaths Down By 80% In New Year
01/27/2023 - Lunar New Year Boosts Chinese Tourism As Covid Curbs End
03/11/2023 - New York City Rats Can Carry Covid Variants, New Study Finds
03/20/2023 - New Study Suggests Long Covid May Cause Face Blindness
05/15/2023 - New Study Claims Where You Live Makes You More Susceptible To Long Covid
05/25/2023 - China Battles New Covid Wave, May See 65 Million Cases Weekly: Report
China Battles New Covid Wave, May See 65 Million Cases Weekly: Report
Published: 05/25/2023 in NDTV News - World-news
The Chinese authorities are rushing to push out vaccines to combat an ongoing new wave of the coronavirus that is expected to peak in June and infect as many as 65 million people a week.
New Study Claims Where You Live Makes You More Susceptible To Long Covid
Published: 05/15/2023 in NDTV News - World-news
The research is based on an analysis of the data of more than 200,000 working-age adults from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) in the UK.
New Study Suggests Long Covid May Cause Face Blindness
Published: 03/20/2023 in NDTV News - World-news
Long COVID-19 infections may cause some people to develop prosopagnosia, otherwise known as "face blindness", according to a new study.
New York City Rats Can Carry Covid Variants, New Study Finds
Published: 03/11/2023 in NDTV News - World-news
Rats collected in the study tested positive for alpha, delta and omicron variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
Lunar New Year Boosts Chinese Tourism As Covid Curbs End
Published: 01/27/2023 in NDTV News - World-news
Almost a quarter more domestic Chinese tourism trips have been made during this year's Lunar New Year holiday, while cross-border travel more than doubled in the first six days of the week-long break following the end of strict COVID-19 curbs.
China Says Covid Deaths Down By 80% In New Year
Published: 01/25/2023 in NDTV News - World-news
A wave of virus cases has washed over the world's most populous nation since Beijing abruptly ended its zero-Covid policy last month.
China Says "Life Is Moving Forward" In New Phase Of Covid Response
Published: 01/08/2023 in NDTV News - World-news
China braced for a "new phase" in its battle against COVID-19 on Monday and financial markets strengthened after Beijing dropped pandemic border controls in the latest easing of curbs that has let the virus loose on its 1.4 billion population.
'Kraken', The New Covid Variant And Why It's Causing Concern
Published: 01/05/2023 in NDTV News - World-news
A new Covid variant that was first detected last year has quickly become the dominant strain in the US - and picked up a creepy moniker along the way.
WHO Says China Reported Nearly 220,000 New Covid Cases In 2023
Published: 01/05/2023 in NDTV News - World-news
China reported 218,019 new weekly COVID-19 cases as of January 1, the World Health Organization in its weekly report said, as the country is battling a surge in the cases of the virus.
New Year: Countries around the world celebrate after Covid lull
Published: 01/01/2023 in BBC News - World
People toasted 2023 around the world, with many gathering for the first time in three years.
"Light Of Hope...": Xi's New Year Address To China Amid Covid Spike
Published: 12/31/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
President Xi Jinping said Saturday the "light of hope is right in front of us" as China faces an explosion of Covid-19 cases after an abrupt lifting of restrictions.
More Risk Of New Covid Variants As Cases Spike In China, Warn Experts
Published: 12/29/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
An explosion of Covid-19 cases in China as the country lifts its zero-Covid measures could create a "potential breeding ground" for new variants to emerge, health experts warn.
Amid Millions Of New Infections, China Learns To Live With Covid
Published: 12/26/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Mask-wearing Beijing and Shanghai commuters crowded subway trains on Monday as China's two biggest cities edged closer to living with COVID-19 even as frontline medical workers scrambled to cope with...
China's New Covid Hospitalisations Absent From WHO's Latest Reports
Published: 12/22/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
The World Health Organization has received no data from China on new COVID-19 hospitalisations since Beijing lifted its zero-COVID policy, prompting some health experts to question whether it might be...
As New Covid Variant Threatens China, Expert Cites India's Example
Published: 12/21/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
The tsunami of Covid-19 that's taking hold across China is spurring concern that a dangerous new variant could emerge for the first time in more than a year, just as genetic sequencing to catch such a...
Hearses Queue At Beijing Crematorium Despite No New Covid Deaths In China
Published: 12/21/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Dozens of hearses queued outside a Beijing crematorium on Wednesday, even as China reported no new COVID-19 deaths in its growing outbreak, sparking criticism of its virus accounting as the capital...
China Says No New Covid Deaths Reported After Changing Criteria
Published: 12/20/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China said Wednesday that not a single person had died of the Covid-19 the previous day, after changing the criteria for recording virus deaths to mean most are no longer counted.
China Covid: Five deaths under country's new counting method
Published: 12/20/2022 in BBC News - World
China has been experiencing a surge in Covid cases after restrictions were eased earlier this month.
World Fears A New Wave Of China's Covid, Ponders How To Help Xi Jinping
Published: 12/20/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Officials and global health experts outside China are anxiously watching a COVID-19 surge there, worried a nation of 1.4 billion people is inadequately vaccinated and may not have the healthcare...
China Megacity's New Work Rule For Covid Patients Marks Big U-Turn
Published: 12/18/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
People with Covid-19 symptoms in one of China's largest cities can now go to work "as normal", state media reported Monday, a dramatic reversal in a country where a single case could previously send...
China May See Over 1 Million Covid Deaths Through 2023, Predicts New Model
Published: 12/16/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China's abrupt lifting of stringent COVID-19 restrictions could result in an explosion of cases and over a million deaths through 2023, according to new projections from the US-based Institute of...
China May Announce 10 New Steps To Ease Covid Curbs On Wednesday: Report
Published: 12/05/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China may announce 10 new COVID-19 easing measures as early as Wednesday, two sources with knowledge of the matter told Reuters, supplementing 20 unveiled in November that set off a wave of...
Covid Was Man-Made Virus, Says Wuhan Lab Scientist In New Book
Published: 12/05/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
In what appears to be an astonishing revelation, a US-based scientist, who worked at a controversial research lab in China's Wuhan, has said that COVID-19 was a "man-made virus" that leaked from the...
Despite New Covid Cases, Chinese Cities Reopen Shops, Scale Back Testing
Published: 12/01/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
On the ground, however, some communities in Beijing and elsewhere have already allowed close contacts of people carrying the virus to quarantine at home, while some shopping malls in the capital have...
China Reports Slight Dip In Daily Covid Count, 34,980 New Cases Recorded
Published: 12/01/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China reported 34,980 new COVID19 infections on Thursday, of which 4,278 were symptomatic and 30,702 were asymptomatic, the National Health Commission said on Friday.
New South Wales scraps tens of thousands of Covid fines
Published: 11/29/2022 in BBC News - World
A Supreme Court decision deems the fines invalid after they were challenged for being "too vague".
Blank Paper New Symbol Of Defiance In China's Covid Protests. Here's Why
Published: 11/27/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Chinese protesters have turned to blank sheets of paper to express their anger over COVID-19 restrictions in a rare, widespread outpouring of public dissent that has gone beyond social media to some...
China Sees Nearly 40,000 Covid Cases In New Record For 4th Straight Day
Published: 11/26/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China reported a record high of 39,791 new COVID-19 infections on November26, of which 3,709 were symptomatic and 36,082 were asymptomatic, the National Health Commission said on Sunday.
China Reports Over 30,000 New Daily Covid Cases For 3rd Straight Day
Published: 11/26/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China reported a high number of COVID-19 cases on Friday, setting a record for daily infections, for the third day in a row, media reports said.
China's Beijing Reports Over 300 New Covid Cases, Enforces Travel Curbs
Published: 11/21/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Beijing city reports 316 new local COVID cases for the 15 hours to 3 p.m. on Monday, a city official said during a briefing.
Uruguay's Vaccine Committee summoned to rule on need for new Covid booster dose
Published: 11/15/2022 in MercoPress
Uruguayan Health Minister Daniel Salinas Monday announced the Vaccine Committee had been convened to decide on a possible booster against COVID-19. He also reviewed his plans to leave his post next year.
China Reports 16,072 New Covid Cases, Highest In Recent Outbreak
Published: 11/13/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Beijing and several other major cities in China reported record COVID19 infections on Monday, putting authorities under more pressure to quell outbreaks quickly while also
Days After Curbs Relaxed, China Records 14,288 New Daily Covid Cases
Published: 11/13/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China reported 14,288 new Covid cases on Saturday, with the pace of infection rising even as the nation's top health officials began refining rules around control of the virus.
China Imposes New Lockdowns To Curb Covid Ahead Key Congress Meet
Published: 10/10/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China recorded more than 2,000 Covid cases on Monday, its highest level for a month, as officials imposed new lockdowns and restrictions to stop outbreaks from spreading to the capital ahead of the...
A New Covid Variant Is Now Spreading - Omicron BA.4.6. Details Here
Published: 09/14/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
BA.4.6, a subvariant of the omicron COVID variant which has been quickly gaining traction in the US, is now confirmed to be spreading in the UK.
New Intranasal Anti-Viral Treatment May Block Covid Transmission: Report
Published: 09/12/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Researchers have developed an intranasal anti-viral treatment for COVID-19 that decreases the amount of SARS-CoV-2 shed from infected animals and limits transmission of the virus.
For Long Covid, Scientists Warn Of A Startling New Crisis
Published: 09/08/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Scott Taylor never got to move on from COVID-19.The 56-year-old, who caught the disease in spring 2020, still had not recovered about 18 months later when he killed himself at his home near Dallas,...
16 Million Under Lockdown In Chinese City Amid New Covid Outbreak: Report
Published: 09/01/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Around 16 million people in the Chinese city of Chengdu will be effectively under lockdown from Thursday as authorities race to snuff out a new Covid-19 outbreak.
North Korea Says New Fever Cases Were Flu, Not Covid
Published: 08/25/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
North Korea said Friday that the fever cases it detected earlier this week were found to be influenza, and not a Covid-19 resurgence as initially suspected.
Covid Incubation Gets Shorter With Each New Variant, Study Shows
Published: 08/23/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
The longer a virus can replicate inside a person before causing symptoms, the harder it can be to stop because of the greater potential for the infected to unknowingly spread it far and wide.
New Zealand fully reopens borders to build back from COVID isolation
Published: 08/01/2022 in MercoPress
The Government of New Zealand has fully reopened its borders effective August 1 to foreign visitors, thus ending the sanitary restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic. The South Pacific country had one of the toughest travel regimes imposed on health grounds globally. Before Covid-19, tourism accounted for 5.5% of New Zealand's GDP.
China's New Covid Outbreaks Put Millions Under Lockdown - Again
Published: 07/06/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Tens of millions of people were under lockdown in China on Wednesday as businesses in a major tourist city were forced to shut their doors and fresh clusters sparked fears of a return to blanket...
We Are Facing A New Wave Of Covid: France's Vaccination Chief
Published: 06/22/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
France is facing a new wave of COVID-19 infections fuelled by new variants of the disease, French vaccination chief Alain Fischer said on Wednesday, as daily new cases reached an almost two-month peak...
Locked-Down Shanghai Finds New Cases, Breaks "Zero Covid" Streak
Published: 05/20/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Shanghai announced its first new COVID-19 cases outside quarantined areas in five days on Friday and imposed stricter curbs in two districts, but did not signal any change to the planned end of a...
Shanghai Reports New Cases After 5 Days Of "Zero Covid"
Published: 05/20/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Shanghai reported new COVID-19 cases outside quarantined areas for the first time after five days of no infections.
New York Raises Covid Alert From "Medium" To "High" As Infections Soar
Published: 05/17/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
New York City, the largest city in the United States, raised its COVID-19 alert level from "medium" to "high" on Tuesday, as infections continue to go up in recent weeks.
North Korea Reports 6 New Deaths, Over 1 Million Infected With Covid
Published: 05/16/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
North Korea reported six new deaths amid a COVID-19 wave, as the country's military was mobilised to distribute medical supplies, state media KCNA said on Tuesday.
$3 Billion Pledged In New Funding During Virtual Global Covid Summit
Published: 05/12/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
US President Joe Biden warned nations attending Thursday's virtual global summit on Covid that there was "still so much left to do" to quell the pandemic, as more than $3 billion in new funding was...
Expiring Untapped Global Vaccine Stash Adds Risks Of New Covid Variants
Published: 05/11/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
The world finds itself awash in Covid-19 vaccines, but governments can't get them into arms fast enough, as hesitancy and logistical hurdles threaten to indefinitely extend the pandemic.
Shanghai Reports 12 New Covid Deaths As Frustrations Boil Over
Published: 04/22/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
The major financial hub of Shanghai reported 12 new COVID-19 related deaths on April 22, up from 11 the previous day, as frustrations among residents continued to boil over amid a harsh lockdown and...
What's The New Covid Omicron XE Variant And Should I Be Worried?
Published: 04/17/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
A "recombinant" coronavirus variant has emerged, dubbed "Omicron XE", which is the result of two Omicron strains merging together in a single host and then going on to infect others.
Shanghai Sees Record Symptomatic Covid Cases As New Lockdowns Imposed
Published: 04/15/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China's financial centre Shanghai reported a new record number of symptomatic COVID-19 cases on Saturday as the country imposed new lockdowns, underscoring its "dynamic clearance" approach to COVID...
China Reports Over 13,000 New Covid Cases As Outbreak Spreads
Published: 04/02/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China Sunday reported 13,146 Covid cases, the highest since the peak of the first wave more than two years ago, as the highly transmissible Omicron variant spread to more than a dozen provinces.
New Covid Variant XE Found In UK, More Transmissible Than Omicron: WHO
Published: 04/02/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
A new Covid variant has been found in the UK, the World Health Organisation said in its latest report. The new mutant, called XE, may be more transmissible than any strain of COVID-19, the health body...
Coronavirus LIVE: India Reports Over 1,300 New Covid Cases In 24 Hours
Published: 04/01/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
India on Friday reported 1,335 fresh COVID-19 cases, taking the total number of coronavirus infections to 4,30,25,775. India also recorded 28 Covid-related deaths in the last 24 hours, bringing the...
Pakistan Accumulates Over $10 Billion In New Debt During Covid: Report
Published: 03/27/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Asian Development Bank released a report which states that Pakistan has accumulated over USD10 billion in new debt during the Covid-19 pandemic.
New World Order? One-Two Punch Of Covid And War Rattle Globalisation
Published: 03/26/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Globalisation, which has both fans and detractors alike, is being tested like never before after the one-two punch of Covid and war.
How One Country Is Beating Covid Despite 600,000 New Cases A Day
Published: 03/17/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
South Korea has reached two seemingly contradictory pandemic milestones: It recorded more than 600,000 new Covid-19 infections on Thursday, the most of anywhere in the world.
"Tip Of The Iceberg": WHO On 11 Million New Global Covid Cases Last Week
Published: 03/16/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Figures showing a global rise in COVID-19 cases could herald a much bigger problem as some countries also report a drop in testing rates, the WHO said on Tuesday, warning nations to remain vigilant...
New Covid Variant Detected In Israel: 5 Points
Published: 03/16/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Israel said that it had recorded two cases of a new Covid variant. "This variant is still unknown around the world," Israel's ministry of health said in a statement. Although Israel's pandemic...
Israel Records New Covid Variant
Published: 03/16/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Israel's ministry of health said Wednesday it had recorded two cases of new Covid variant, but which officials said they were not unduly worried about.
Almost 3,400 New Covid Cases In China, Highest Daily Spike In 2 Years
Published: 03/12/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
China reported 3,393 new Covid-19 cases Sunday, the National Health Commission said, the highest daily figure since February 2020.
New Zealand PM Says May Ease Covid Rules Amid Protests; No Deadline Yet
Published: 02/20/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand will lift COVID-19 vaccine mandates and social distancing measures after the Omicron peak has passed, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Monday, as protesters occupying the parliament...
Hong Kong Postpones Picking New Leader Amid Worst-Ever Covid Outbreak
Published: 02/18/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Hong Kong on Friday said it would postpone plans to pick the city's new leader, in a fresh blow for the government as it struggles to tackle a wave of coronavirus cases.
New Inhaled Vaccine Gives Broad Protection Against Covid Variants: Study
Published: 02/10/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
An inhaled form of COVID-19 vaccine developed by scientists at McMaster University in Canada can provide broad, long-lasting protection against the SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern, a preclinical study...
1 In 3 Elderly Develop New Conditions After Covid: Study
Published: 02/10/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Nearly a third of older adults infected with COVID-19 in 2020 developed at least one new condition that required medical attention in the months after initial infection, according to an observational...
New York State Lifts Indoor Mask Mandate As Covid Cases Drop
Published: 02/09/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
New York on Wednesday became the latest Democrat-run state to announce it was lifting indoor mask mandates for businesses.
Chinese Scientists Say New Covid Test Gives Results Within 4 Minutes
Published: 02/08/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Chinese scientists say they have developed a new coronavirus test that is accurate as a PCR lab test but gives results within four minutes.
After Canada, New Zealand Truckers Block Streets To Protest Covid Curbs
Published: 02/07/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
A convoy of trucks and campervans blocked streets near New Zealand's parliament in Wellington Tuesday to protest against Covid restrictions and vaccinations, inspired by a similar demonstration in...
Covid: New Zealand unveils phased border reopening plan
Published: 02/02/2022 in BBC News - World
It first allows fully jabbed New Zealanders in Australia to return, later expanding to other visitors.
How Covid brought new roles for Singapore's theatre actors
Published: 02/02/2022 in BBC News - World
The production company that found a way to put itself back in the spotlight.
Lunar New Year: Covid thwarts travel plans for millions
Published: 01/31/2022 in BBC News - World
An estimated 1.18 billion trips will be made across China, a far cry from pre-pandemic figures.
New York City To Deliver Free Antiviral Pills To Covid Patients
Published: 01/30/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
New York City will provide free antiviral pills, home-delivered, to people who test positive and are at higher risk from Covid-19, Mayor Eric Adams announced on Sunday.
New Zealand PM Isolating, Journalist Case Highlights Tough Covid Curbs
Published: 01/29/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern stayed in self-isolation on Sunday, as the country recorded 103 new COVID-19 infections and its tough border controls were highlighted by a pregnant...
Russia Sees Highest Ever 113,122 New Covid Cases In A Day
Published: 01/29/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Russia reported more than 100,000 daily coronavirus cases for the first time on on Saturday as the country weathers a surge of infections driven by the highly contagious Omicron variant.
Sarah Palin's positive Covid test delays New York Times defamation trial
Published: 01/24/2022 in BBC News - World
The former US vice-presidential candidate's lawsuit against The New York Times is delayed till February.
Covid: New Zealand PM Ardern cancels wedding amid Omicron wave
Published: 01/22/2022 in BBC News - World
New restrictions are set to be introduced after nine Omicron cases were confirmed in the country.
Jacinda Ardern Cancels Her Wedding. Reason: New Zealand's Covid Rules
Published: 01/22/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was Sunday forced to call off her own wedding as she tightened Covid-19 restrictions in the face of an outbreak of the Omicron variant.
Germany Surpasses 100,000 New Covid Cases In 24 Hours As Omicron Surges
Published: 01/18/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Germany has registered more than 100,000 new Covid-19 infections in the past 24 hours, according to data released by the country's public health agency on Wednesday.
Will Britain Lift Strict Covid Curbs? Possibility Looms As New Cases Fall
Published: 01/18/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will meet with his Cabinet on Wednesday to review restrictions to tackle the spread of COVID-19 in England as he seeks to move attention away from parties held at...
Chinese Cities On High Covid Alert As Lunar New Year Travel Season Starts
Published: 01/16/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Several Chinese cities went on high COVID-19 alert as the Lunar New Year holiday travel season started on Monday, requiring travellers to report their trips days before their arrival, as the Omicron...
2 New Medicines For Covid Treatment Get WHO Approval
Published: 01/13/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Eli Lilly & Co.'s rheumatoid arthritis drug and GlaxoSmithKline Plc's monoclonal antibody won the backing of World Health Organization experts for treating Covid-19 as new infections surge across the...
Covid: Thousands protest in France against proposed new vaccine pass
Published: 01/08/2022 in BBC News - World
The protests are against a draft law which would in effect ban the unvaccinated from public areas.
World Tops Over 2 Million New Daily Covid Cases: Report
Published: 01/08/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
The world recorded more than two million daily coronavirus cases on average between January 1 and 7 with figures doubling in 10 days, an AFP tally showed on Saturday.
"Tsunami" Of New Covid Cases Overwhelming Global Health Systems: WHO
Published: 01/06/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
World Health Organisation said on Thursday, with its chief warning that the "tsunami of cases" caused by the new Omicron variant was overwhelming health systems around the world.
Smash And Shout: Dutch Find New Ways To Vent Covid Frustrations
Published: 01/06/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
One swinging a sledgehammer and the other a crowbar, twin brothers Steven and Brian Krijger grin as they take turns pulverising a Peugeot 106 spray-painted with the words "F*** COVID".
New York Covid Peak Is Yet To Come, Warn US Officials
Published: 01/06/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
New York City Health Commissioner Dave Chokshi said the Covid data suggests the city hasn't yet hit a peak in the omicron-fueled spike of coronavirus cases in recent weeks.
Israel Lodges 12,000 New Covid Cases, Highest Daily Rise In 2 Years
Published: 01/05/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
Israel's health ministry on Wednesday announced nearly 12,000 new coronavirus cases, constituting the largest daily rise in infections since the beginning of the pandemic nearly two years ago.
IMF Delays World Economic Outlook Release To Add New Covid Disruptions
Published: 01/04/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
The International Monetary Fund will release its World Economic Outlook on Jan. 25, a week later than planned, to factor in the latest COVID-19 developments, a spokesperson for the global lender said...
New York Attorney Drops Groping Charges Against Ex Governor Andrew Cuomo
Published: 01/04/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
US prosecutors said Tuesday they were dropping a sexual harassment case against former New York governor Andrew Cuomo who was forced to quit over the allegations last year.
A Covid Rule Breach By A British DJ In New Zealand. Then, Omicron Scare
Published: 01/03/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand's government said Monday it would not ask for British DJ Dimension to be prosecuted for breaking Covid isolation rules and creating an Omicron infection scare.
US flight cancellations hit new holiday peak amid Covid and bad weather
Published: 01/01/2022 in BBC News - World
More than 2,500 flights have been cancelled, with airlines facing crew shortages and bad weather.
England Sees 162,572 New Covid Cases In Yet Another Record
Published: 01/01/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
England reported a record high daily total of 162,572 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, up from 160,276 the previous day, official data showed.
New Covid Curbs To Be A Last Resort In UK, Says Minister
Published: 01/01/2022 in NDTV News - World-news
New restrictions in England to slow the spread of COVID-19 will only be introduced as a last resort, health minister Sajid Javid said, stressing that although hospitalisations were rising, the number...
As Omicron Spreads Across US, New Covid Drugs In Short Supply
Published: 12/31/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New treatments for early Covid-19 are now beginning to arrive at pharmacies in New York and elsewhere but remain in short supply, according to a representative of the Infectious Diseases Society of...
Happy Or Gloomy New Year? Covid Crashes The Party Again
Published: 12/31/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Year celebrations around the world have been called off as the coronavirus casts gloom over festivities for a second year but Australia was determined to enjoy the night and there were even signs...
Lockdown, Travel Curbs In Chinese Cities On Covid Alert As New Year Looms
Published: 12/31/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
China is on high alert against COVID-19 as the New Year holiday looms, with the city of Xian under lockdown while several New Year's Eve events in other cities have been cancelled and some provinces...
Nighttime Curfew, New Year Gathering Limits In Canada As Covid Cases Soar
Published: 12/30/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Canada's Quebec province on Thursday announced a nighttime curfew ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations as Covid cases across the country soar.
Covid "Tsunami" Awaits As World Heads Into New Year
Published: 12/30/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Millions around the world braced Thursday for drastically curtailed New Year celebrations as record coronavirus cases fuelled by the Omicron variant saw the WHO warn a Covid "tsunami" threatens to...
US Records Highest-Ever Average New Covid Cases: Report
Published: 12/29/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The United States has reached its highest-ever average of new Covid cases, according to data from Johns Hopkins University, as the Omicron variant spread at a blistering pace.
Chinese City Of 13 Million Faces New Challenge: Covid Surge Despite Curbs
Published: 12/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
A lockdown of 13 million people in the Chinese city of Xian entered its seventh day on Wednesday, with many unable to leave their homes and virtually dependent on deliveries of
Austria's Innsbruck airport denies 110 Britons entry over new Covid rules
Published: 12/28/2021 in BBC News - World
Innsbruck airport in Austria refused to let in tourists caught out by updated restrictions.
Controversy As US Plane To Shanghai Returns Over China's New Covid Rules
Published: 12/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Delta Air Lines on Monday cited new Chinese cleaning requirements after it rerouted a China-bound flight back to the United States, drawing criticism from Chinese authorities.
Covid: Travel chaos spills into new week
Published: 12/26/2021 in BBC News - World
More than 1,300 flights are scrapped on Monday, capping off a tough festive period for travellers.
France Hits Record 100,000 Covid Cases In A Day Amid New Variant Concerns
Published: 12/25/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Covid infections in France hit six figures Saturday, health officials recording 104,611 cases over the previous 24 hours, the third consecutive day the numbers have been record highs.
Covid: Christmas flights cancelled and new curbs amid Omicron spread
Published: 12/24/2021 in BBC News - World
Millions face travel disruption and more restrictions as Omicron upends Christmas plans worldwide.
UK Approves Covid Jab For Under-12s As New Daily Cases Top 1 Lakh
Published: 12/22/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
British regulators on Wednesday approved Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine for use in children aged five to 11, as the country reported more than 100,000 new daily cases for the first time amid surging...
73.2% Of New Covid Cases In US Are Omicron As Strain Now "Dominant"
Published: 12/20/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The fast-spreading Omicron variant is now the main coronavirus strain in the United States, accounting for 73.2 percent of new cases over the past week for which data is available, health authorities...
Omicron vs Delta: New Study Answers Questions On New Covid Variant
Published: 12/20/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
How lethal is Omicron? Does it cause a severe disease? Will a third dose of vaccine give better immunity? Scientists are racing to find the answers to these questions as Omicron cases soar across...
New Zealand Links 26-Year-Old Man's Death To Pfizer Covid Vaccine
Published: 12/20/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand authorities on Monday said they had linked a 26-year-old man's death to Pfizer Inc's COVID-19 vaccine after the person suffered myocarditis, a rare inflammation of the heart muscle, after...
100 Taylor Swift Fans Covid Positive After Party To Celebrate New Album
Published: 12/19/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
An event held by Taylor Swift fans in Sydney to celebrate the singer's recent release of 'Red (Taylor's Version)' has turned out into a COVID-19 superspreader after close to 100 attendees tested...
UK Health Minister Doesn't Rule Out New COVID Restrictions Before Christmas
Published: 12/19/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Britain's health minister Sajid Javid declined on Sunday to rule out the chance of further COVID-19 restrictions before Christmas, saying the spread of the Omicron variant was a very fast moving...
New York covid cases hit record high as omicron spreads and Rockettes, Broadway cancel shows
Published: 12/18/2021 in National
It comes as the World Health Organization warns omicron cases are doubling in 1.5 to 3 days in some countries.
Australia's New Covid Cases Hit Record High For Third Day
Published: 12/17/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Australia reported record high new COVID-19 cases on Saturday for a third day, with outbreaks growing in the two most populous states, however Prime Minister Scott Morrison continued to downplay the...
Covid surge is gripping New York City ahead of the holidays: 'We've never seen this before'
Published: 12/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York City's test positivity rate doubled in just three days, Dr. Jay Varma, a top health advisor to Mayor Bill de Blasio, tweeted Thursday.
Britain Reports Another Daily Record Of 88,376 New Covid Cases
Published: 12/16/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The British government on Thursday reported 88,376 new coronavirus cases, a second consecutive record daily tally, as the Omicron variant fuels a worrying surge in infections across the country.
European Union's Medical Body Backs 2 New Covid Treatments
Published: 12/16/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
European Union regulators on Thursday recommended two new treatments against Covid-19 for use in the bloc.
"Really Tired": New Covid Wave Overburdens France's Hospitals, Again
Published: 12/15/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Doctor Ruxandra Divan, an intensive care anaesthetist in eastern France, slumped down onto her haunches against a wall of her department, exhausted by the prospect of tackling a new COVID-19 wave with...
New Zealand Approves Pfizer Covid Vaccine For Children Aged 5-11
Published: 12/15/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand's health regulator Medsafe has granted provisional approval for the Pfizer Inc COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5 to 11 years old, the health ministry said in a statement.
The NFL and NBA lead new Covid outbreaks in sports, spurring fines, restrictions, and delays
Published: 12/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
More than 100 individuals throughout the NFL, NBA, and NHL entered Covid health and safety protocols this week.
South Korea May Tighten Covid Curbs As New Cases Climb To Record High
Published: 12/15/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
South Korea warned on Wednesday it may reinstate stricter social distancing curbs as it posted a new record daily coronavirus tally due to a persistent spike in breakthrough infections among those...
New York's Covid Hospitalizations Jump By 70% In Weeks
Published: 12/14/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New York's Covid-19 hospitalizations have jumped by 70% since the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, prompting officials and businesses alike to reassess their policies in an attempt to blunt a winter virus...
Ex-NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo ordered to repay $5 million in Covid book money
Published: 12/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Andrew Cuomo resigned as New York governor after multiple women said he sexually harassed them. He has now been ordered to repay money from a Covid book deal.
U.S. Covid shot distribution faces new challenges in year two, UPS vaccine logistics head says
Published: 12/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"There will be potentially more vaccines that have to be returned or destroyed," the president of UPS Healthcare told CNBC.
Norway Announces New Covid Curbs Amid Omicron Spread
Published: 12/13/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Norway on Monday announced new Covid curbs less than a week after tightening restrictions amid the spread of the Omicron variant and soaring case numbers and hospital admissions.
China Reports New Covid Outbreak Of Delta Strain Sub-Lineage
Published: 12/12/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
China has reported a sudden flare-up of COVID-19 cases in Zhejiang Province which registered 138 locally-transmitted confirmed cases stated to be that of Delta strain "sub-lineage AY.4".
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul imposes statewide mask mandate amid spread of omicron Covid variant
Published: 12/10/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a statewide mask mandate for all indoor public places unless businesses or venues implement a vaccine requirement.
Cramer sees potential for new roaring 20s-type economic boom as Covid concerns recede
Published: 12/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"I think we could go to a period where we have an economic boom not unlike post-World War I" and after the 1918 pandemic, CNBC's Jim Cramer said Wednesday.
Symptoms, vaccine evasion and a new 'offshoot': What we know now about the omicron Covid variant
Published: 12/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Day by day, more information has emerged regarding the spread of the variant, as well as anecdotal evidence and preliminary data about its risk profile.
Italy Imposes New Covid Rules On Unvaccinated Amid Surge In Cases
Published: 12/06/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
People in Italy unvaccinated against Covid-19 can no longer go to the theatre, cinemas, live music venues or major sporting events under new rules that came into force Monday.
South Africa Readies Hospitals As Omicron Variant Drives New Covid Wave
Published: 12/06/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
South Africa is preparing its hospitals for more admissions, as the Omicron coronavirus variant pushes the country into a fourth wave of COVID-19 cases, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday.
Health experts debate using existing boosters against new, emerging Covid strains
Published: 12/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Some vaccine experts worry that numerous booster doses of existing vaccines could make future vaccines, if needed, less effective. Others say, don't wait.
UK's New Covid Travel Rules Amid 'Omicron' Variant Scare
Published: 12/05/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The UK government has announced that those travelling into the country will need to show a negative coronavirus test pre-departure as it reintroduces Covid-19 restrictions due to the Omicron variant.
CNN fires Chris Cuomo after new information in review of how he helped brother Andrew Cuomo
Published: 12/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
CNN did not provide further detail on what new information was found.
Why it's 'super important' to revisit your financial plan for 2022 amid new Covid uncertainties
Published: 12/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The Covid-19 pandemic has prompted people to rethink goals large and small. The new year is an opportunity to make sure your financial plans still match.
South Africa Hit By Fourth Covid Wave, Driven By New Variant Omicron
Published: 12/03/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
South Africa is being hit by a fourth wave of COVID-19 infections driven by the Omicron variant which has been detected in seven of the country's nine provinces, Health Minister Joe Phaahla said on...
Omicron: India reports first cases of new Covid variant
Published: 12/02/2021 in BBC News - World
Two travellers who landed in India's Bangalore city tested positive for the Omicron variant.
New York officials confirm 5 cases of omicron Covid variant in NYC metro area
Published: 12/02/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
One case was discovered in Long Island and four in the boroughs that make up New York City: two in Queens, one in Brooklyn and one in Manhattan.
Omicron Covid variant expected to hit New York in 'coming days,' NY health commissioner says
Published: 12/02/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The new, highly mutated omicron Covid-19 variant is expected to hit New York state in the "coming days," the state health commissioner said.
Covid: South Africa new cases double in 24 hours as Omicron spreads
Published: 12/02/2021 in BBC News - World
The new Omicron variant has now become dominant, the country's top medical scientists say.
India's economy is on track — but new Covid variant could weigh on growth, economists say
Published: 12/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Gross domestic product grew 8.4% between July and September — India's fiscal second quarter — from a year ago, government data showed.
Amazon rolled back Covid safety protocols in warehouses, says New York attorney general
Published: 11/30/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York Attorney General Letitia James claimed Amazon has ended Covid-19 safety measures meant to prevent crowding, increasing the risk of virus transmission.
Omicron: Do travel bans work against new Covid variants?
Published: 11/30/2021 in BBC News - World
What is the evidence that travel restrictions could stop the spread of coronavirus?
EU Could Approve Vaccine Against New Covid Variant In 3 To 4 Months
Published: 11/30/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The EU drug regulator said on Tuesday it could approve vaccines adapted to target the Omicron variant of the coronavirus within three to four months if needed, but that existing shots would continue...
Cause For Concern, "Not Panic": What Joe Biden Said On New Covid Variant
Published: 11/29/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
President Joe Biden on Monday told Americans not to "panic" over the newly identified Covid variant Omicron and said he does not foresee new lockdowns or extending travel restrictions for now.
Canada's New Covid Variant Count Rises To 3 After First Case In Quebec
Published: 11/29/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Quebec has discovered its first case of the COVID-19 Omicron variant, the Canadian province's health minister said on Monday, bringing Canada's total number of cases to three.
Moderna CEO says it will take months to clear a new Covid vaccine targeting omicron
Published: 11/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Omicron: Why WHO Skipped 2 Greek Letters While Naming New Covid Strain
Published: 11/29/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
"Omicron", the new Covid variant that has the world on alert, has been named after the 15th letter of the Greek alphabet. The first 12 have already been used for naming other strains.
Japan To Ban Foreign Arrivals Over New Covid Variant, Says Prime Minister
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Japan will reinstate tough border measures, barring all new foreign arrivals over the Omicron Covid variant, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced Monday, just weeks after a softening of strict entry...
WHO says delta variant still the priority despite growing worries over new omicron Covid strain
Published: 11/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"Over 99% of cases around the world are due to the delta variant and more deaths are occurring in the unvaccinated," says WHO Chief Scientist Soumya Swaminathan.
France Detects 8 "Possible" New Variant Cases Amid Fifth Covid Wave
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
France's Health Ministry said on Sunday it had detected eight possible cases of the Omicron COVID-19 variant across the country after the government announced it would tighten restrictions to contain...
Australia To Review Reopening Plans Amid New Covid Variant Scare
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Australia will review its plans to reopen borders to skilled migrants and students from Dec. 1, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Monday, after the country reported its first cases of the Omicron...
Canada Confirms Two New Covid 'Omicron' Infections
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Canada said Sunday it has detected its first cases of the new Omicron strain of Covid, in two people who had traveled recently to Nigeria.
South Africa Could Make Covid Jabs Compulsory Amid New Variant Concerns
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday that authorities were considering making COVID-19 shots compulsory for certain places and activities, as a rise in infections linked to a new...
Botswana Detects 19 New 'Omicron' Covid Variant Cases: Health Minister
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Botswana, the only African country outside South Africa to have reported Omicron cases, said Sunday it had detected 19 infections of the new Covid variant, including the first four declared last week.
Travel Bans Over New Covid Variant "Attack Global Solidarity": WHO
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The head of the World Health Organization in Africa on Sunday urged countries to follow the science rather than imposing flight bans in a bid to contain the new Omicron coronavirus variant.
"Race Against Time" To Tackle New Covid Variant: European Union Chief
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said Sunday the world was in a "race against time" to understand the new Covid variant, calling for precautions to give scientists time to analyse the...
Masks To Make A Comeback In UK As New Covid Rules Kick In From Tuesday
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Britain's government on Sunday defended the pace and scale of its response to the new Omicron strain of Covid-19 against criticism that it is again falling behind the curve.
13 New Covid Variant Cases Among South Africa Travellers In Netherlands
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Dutch health authorities said on Sunday they had found at least 13 cases of the new Omicron strain among 61 quarantined passengers who tested positive for coronavirus after arriving from South Africa.
Israel Closes Borders To Foreigners To Stem Spread Of New Covid Strain
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Israel is to close its borders to all foreigners later Sunday in a bid to stem the spread of the new Omicron variant of the coronavirus
Australia Detects Two Cases Of New Covid Variant 'Omicron'
Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Health officials in Australia said Sunday they had detected the Covid Omicron strain for the first time after testing two passengers from southern Africa who flew into Sydney.
Covid: Israel to impose travel ban for foreigners over new variant
Published: 11/27/2021 in BBC News - World
Travellers from all countries will be banned from entering Israel for 14 days, local media report.
Travel Bans, Research: World Races To Contain New Covid Variant 'Omicron'
Published: 11/27/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Several European nations on Saturday announced their first cases of a highly infectious new coronavirus strain, as governments worldwide began pulling down the shutters to contain the new Omicron...
In Slap At China, US Praises South Africa's Detection Of New Covid Strain
Published: 11/27/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The United States praised South Africa Saturday for quickly identifying the new Covid strain called Omicron and sharing this information with the world -- a barely veiled slap at China's handling of...
Israel To Ban Entry Of Foreigners From All Nations Over New Covid Strain
Published: 11/27/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Israel on Saturday said it would ban the entry of all foreigners into the country, making it the first country to shut its borders completely in response to the potentially more contagious 'Omicron'...
Czech Republic Reports First Case Of New Covid Strain: Hospital
Published: 11/27/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The regional hospital in the northern Czech city of Liberec confirmed the new 'Omicron' strain of Covid-19 in a female patient, its spokesman Vaclav Ricar told Czech Television on Saturday.
Dutch Find 61 Covid Cases On South Africa Flights Amid New Strain Worry
Published: 11/27/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Dutch health authorities said Saturday the new 'Omicron' strain of Covid-19 was "probably" among some of the 61 passengers who tested positive after arriving on two flights from South Africa.
UK, Germany, Italy Detect Cases Of New Covid Variant
Published: 11/27/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Britain, Germany and Italy detected cases of the new 'Omicron' coronavirus variant on Saturday and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced new steps to contain the virus, while more nations...
UK Confirms First Two Cases Of New Covid Strain 'Omicron'
Published: 11/27/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Britain on Saturday confirmed its first two cases of the new Omicron strain of Covid-19, both linked to travel from southern Africa.
Being "Punished" For Detecting New Covid Variant Omicron: South Africa
Published: 11/27/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
South Africa said Saturday it is being "punished" for detecting a new Covid-19 variant Omicron which the World Health Organization has termed a "variant of concern" and is more transmissible than the...
New York declares covid state of emergency as Gov. Hochul warns omicron variant ‘is coming’
Published: 11/27/2021 in National
While omicron has not yet been detected in the United States, New York hospitals will be allowed to protect capacity by limiting nonessential and non-urgent care.
Covid: World races to contain new Omicron variant
Published: 11/27/2021 in BBC News - World
Nations ban travellers from southern Africa, a day after health officials named the new Covid-19 strain.
Hunt For Covid Variants: How The New One Was Found, What We Know So Far
Published: 11/27/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Since early in the COVID pandemic, the Network for Genomics Surveillance in South Africa has been monitoring changes in SARS-CoV-2. This was a valuable tool to understand better how the virus spread.
No cases of new omicron Covid variant in the U.S., CDC says
Published: 11/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"We expect Omicron to be identified quickly, if it emerges in the U.S.," according to the statement by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Travel Bans, Plunging Markets: Global Panic Ensues Over New Covid Variant
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The discovery of a new coronavirus variant named Omicron triggered global alarm on Friday as countries rushed to suspend travel from southern Africa and stock markets on both sides of the Atlantic...
Arab Countries Ban Travel From African Nations Due To New Covid Strain
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Saudi Arabia on Friday was among countries in the Middle East and North Africa to ban travellers from several African nations due to fears over a new coronavirus variant.
World Trade Organization's Big Conference Postponed Over New Covid Strain
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Next week's World Trade Organization ministerial conference, the global trade body's biggest gathering in four years, was postponed at the last minute Friday due to the new Omicron Covid-19 variant.
EU Countries Agree To Ban Travel To Southern Africa Over New Covid Strain
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
European Union states have agreed to suspend travel from southern Africa after the detection of a new COVID-19 variant, the presidency of the EU said on Friday.
Moderna Says It Will Develop Booster Shot For New Covid Strain
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The US pharmaceutical company Moderna said Friday it will develop a booster shot against the new Omicron variant of the coronavirus.
Canada Restricts Travel From 7 African Countries Over New Covid Strain
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Canada on Friday announced restrictions on travel from seven African countries over concerns about the spread of a new Covid-19 strain.
US Restricts Travel From 8 Southern African Nations Over New Covid Strain
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The United States announced Friday it is restricting travel from eight southern African countries over fears of a new variant of Covid-19 detected in South Africa.
U.S. to restrict travel from South Africa, 7 other countries as new Covid variant emerges
Published: 11/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The United States will restrict travel for non-U.S. citizens from South Africa and seven other countries starting on Monday as a new Covid variant emerges.
New Covid Strain Named Omicron, Classified As "Variant Of Concern" By WHO
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The World Health Organization on Friday declared the recently-discovered B.1.1.529 strain of Covid-19 to be a variant of concern, renaming it Omicron.
Too Early To Know If New Covid Variant Needs New Vaccine: EU Medical Body
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The EU's drug regulator said on Friday that it was closely monitoring the new B.1.1.529 Covid-19 variant, but it was too soon to tell if updated vaccines would be needed.
Europe's First Case Of New Covid Variant Detected In Belgium
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Belgium said Friday it has detected the first announced case in Europe of the new Covid-19 variant, in an unvaccinated person returning from abroad.
Belgium confirms case of new, heavily mutated Covid variant
Published: 11/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Boeing, airline stocks tumble as new Covid variant spurs travel curbs
Published: 11/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
A new Covid variant is sparking travel curbs just as many countries were welcoming back visitors.
New Covid variant: Pride and punishment follows South Africa discovery
Published: 11/26/2021 in BBC News - World
South Africans feel they are paying the price for their ability to monitor new Covid variants.
Oil drops 10% in worst day of 2021, breaks below $70 as new Covid variant sparks global demand concerns
Published: 11/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Oil prices came under pressure on Friday amid demand concerns after the WHO warned of a new Covid variant.
European officials voice concern over 'alarming' new Covid variant
Published: 11/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The new variant comes at a time when different European nations are grappling with surging cases of the delta variant.
Bitcoin enters bear market territory as risk assets plunge on new Covid variant
Published: 11/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The cryptocurrency is down 20% from an all-time high of nearly $69,000 which it hit earlier this month.
Covid variant: Reaction to new rules on travel from southern Africa
Published: 11/26/2021 in BBC News - World
Travellers at Cape Town airport respond to new UK quarantine measures over Covid variant.
New Covid variant roils global markets with oil sinking 5%
Published: 11/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Global markets went into a tailspin Friday following news of a new heavily-mutated Covid-19 variant first detected in South Africa.
Israel Detects Case Of New Covid Variant First Found In South Africa
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Israel has identified a case of a Covid-19 variant with a large number of mutations first detected in South Africa, the health ministry said Friday.
Singapore To Curb Arrivals From 7 African Nations Over New Covid Variant
Published: 11/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Singapore will restrict arrivals from seven African countries, health officials said Friday, after South Africa discovered a new Covid-19 variant with a large number of mutations.
South African rand takes a hit on fears of new Covid variant with many mutations
Published: 11/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The South African rand on Friday fell sharply against the dollar after a new variant with many mutations was detected in the country.
What 5 Top Experts Are Saying About New Covid Strain
Published: 11/25/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
A new variant of COVID-19 detected in South Africa and Botswana has raised concerns among experts and governments across the globe. The World Health Organisation said that the new variant, B.1.1.529,...
9-Month Limit On Covid Vaccine Validity For Travel To Europe In New Rules
Published: 11/25/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The European Union is recommending a 9-month time limit for the validity of Covid-19 vaccinations for travel into and within the bloc and also is proposing to prioritize vaccinated travelers.
Dow futures plunge 400 points amid fears of new Covid variant found in South Africa
Published: 11/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
U.S. stock futures dropped in overnight trading on Thursday amid renewed Covid fears over a new variant found in South Africa.
Hong Kong Finds 2 Cases Of New Covid Variant Identified In Africa
Published: 11/25/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Two cases of the new Covid-19 strain raising alarm in parts of southern Africa have been found in travelers arriving in Hong Kong.
UK To Ban Travel From 6 Nations As South Africa Detects New Covid Variant
Published: 11/25/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Britain on Thursday said it would ban travel from six southern African countries, after South Africa detected a new COVID-19 variant with a large number of mutations.
WHO calls special meeting to discuss new Covid variant with 'a large number of mutations'
Published: 11/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New Covid Variant With 'Unusual' Mutations Focus Of WHO Meet
Published: 11/25/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
World Health Organization officials met on Thursday to discuss a new coronavirus variant circulating in South Africa and Botswana.
Covid: Fresh protests in Europe against new restrictions
Published: 11/20/2021 in BBC News - World
Riots erupt in the Netherlands for a second night, with protests held in Austria, Italy and France.
New Sub-Lineage Of Covid Delta Variant Found In Sri Lanka
Published: 11/19/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Sri Lanka on Friday detected a new sub-lineage of the Delta variant of COVID-19, scientifically named B.1.617.2. AY 104, making it the third mutation of the coronavirus to have originated in the...
Masks Cut Covid Risk In Half, New Study Shows
Published: 11/18/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
As Covid-19 makes a comeback in Europe, one study offers a reminder that simple measures like mask-wearing and hand-washing help to ward off the disease.
Record high cases, more rules and partial lockdowns: A new Covid wave engulfs Europe
Published: 11/18/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The latest wave of Covid cases is hitting Europe with a vengeance.
Belgium announces new Covid restrictions, but prime minister vows to avoid lockdown
Published: 11/18/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Belgium is toughening up social restrictions as Covid-19 cases surge, but Prime Minister Alexander de Cross tells CNBC the aim is still to keep society open.
Germany's Covid Infections Hit New High, Tighter Curbs Planned
Published: 11/15/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Germany's coronavirus infection rate has risen to its highest level since the start of the pandemic, public health figures showed on Monday, as the three parties in talks to form a new government plan...
Europe should be wary of possible new Covid variants, the bloc's economics chief says
Published: 11/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Last week, the European Commission, the executive arm of the EU, projected growth of 5% for both the EU and the euro area this year.
New RNA-Based Therapy Protects Mice From Covid Virus, Variants: Study
Published: 11/11/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Researchers have identified an RNA molecule that stimulates the body's early antiviral defence system, and can protect mice from a range of variants of CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Greece Imposes New Curbs For Unvaccinated As Covid Cases Rise
Published: 11/06/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Queues formed outside shops in Athens on Saturday on the first day of new restrictions to curb soaring coronavirus infections which require the unvaccinated to have negative COVID-19 tests.
New Zealand Crosses 200 Daily Covid Cases For First Time In Pandemic
Published: 11/06/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand's 206 new daily community infections on Saturday carried it past the double-hundred mark for the first time during the coronavirus pandemic, as the nation scrambles to vaccinate its...
Scientists Identify New Antibody For Covid, Variants: Report
Published: 11/02/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Research collaboration between scientists at Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has identified and tested an antibody that limits the severity of infections from a...
Northern New Zealand Sealed Off Over "Undetected" Covid Spread
Published: 11/02/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Authorities planned to seal off the northern tip of New Zealand with police cordons on Tuesday, as they enforce a lockdown in the region over fears of an undetected community transmission of COVID-19...
China Imposes New Curbs Over "Serious" Covid Outbreak
Published: 10/30/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Beijing introduced new Covid-19 curbs on Saturday to stamp out a "serious" outbreak as the Chinese capital maintains its strict zero-tolerance policy, with less than 100 days before it hosts the...
Cuomo sex crime case: New York sheriff says 'we have an overwhelming amount of evidence'
Published: 10/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The complaint accuses Andrew Cuomo of forcible touching of a female executive assistant last December in the New York governor's mansion.
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Charged With Sex Crime
Published: 10/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Former New York governor Andrew Cuomo was on Thursday charged with a misdemeanor sex crime for forcible touching, a court spokesperson said.
Covid: Biden sets new rules as air travel to the US reopens
Published: 10/25/2021 in BBC News - World
All foreign travellers to the US will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative test.
China's New Covid Outbreak, Driven By Delta, May Worsen: Official
Published: 10/24/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
China's new Covid-19 infections will increase in coming days and the areas affected by the epidemic may continue to expand, a health official said.
New Zealand's Covid Outbreak Spreads Despite Strict Lockdown
Published: 10/23/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand reported 104 new coronavirus infections on Saturday, including the first community case of the virus in the country's South Island in nearly a year, health officials said.
Beijing Launches Mass Testing After 4 New Covid Cases Found
Published: 10/22/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Beijing plans to test tens of thousands of people after four new Covid-19 cases were found in a suburban district on Friday, as a new outbreak prompts school closures and flight cancellations across...
UK doctors call for urgent return of Covid restrictions as experts monitor new mutation
Published: 10/20/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
U.K. medical professionals have issued an urgent plea to the British government to reimpose Covid restrictions just as experts watch a virus mutation closely.
Gates Foundation Commits $120 Million To Support Access To New Covid Pill
Published: 10/20/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation on Wednesday announced an investment of up to $120 million in an effort to speed up low-income countries' access to a new anti-Covid drug.
Covid: Moscow imposes new restrictions as infections soar
Published: 10/19/2021 in BBC News - World
Most of the over-60s in Russia's capital face months of lockdown as Covid deaths hit a new record.
Has Covid changed New York City nightlife forever?
Published: 10/17/2021 in BBC News - World
A photographer is confronted with the new reality of empty streets and closed clubs.
Why Levi's is opening 100 new stores as Covid online sales boom keeps growing
Published: 10/17/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Covid-19 accelerated the shift from in-store retail sales to e-commerce, but Levi Strauss and Estee Lauder are still betting on a future for bricks-and-mortar.
New York real estate heir Robert Durst hospitalized with Covid days after life sentence, his attorney says
Published: 10/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Jurors convicted Durst last month in the death of Susan Berman.
Covid: New WHO group may be last chance to find virus origins
Published: 10/13/2021 in BBC News - World
The World Health Organization unveils a new group to examine the emergence of the virus more closely.
It May Be "Last Chance" To Find Covid Origins: WHO After Forming New Panel
Published: 10/13/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Wednesday its newly formed advisory group on dangerous pathogens may be "our last chance" to determine the origins of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and called for...
Singapore's Ambitious Quarantine-Free Travel Plan Eyes Covid "New Normal"
Published: 10/10/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Singapore is opening its borders to more countries for quarantine-free travel as the city-state seeks to rebuild its status as an international aviation hub, and prepares to reach a "new normal" to...
Supreme Court begins pivotal new term with first in-person arguments since the Covid pandemic
Published: 10/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The session also marked the first time Justice Amy Coney Barrett, the newest member of the court and the third appointee of former President Donald Trump, heard arguments in person.
Thailand In Talks With Merck For 200,000 Courses Of New Covid Pill
Published: 10/04/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Thailand's government is in talks with U.S. drugmaker Merck & Co to purchase 200,000 courses of the company's experimental antiviral pill for COVID-19 treatment, a Thai official said on Monday.
New Zealand Drops "Covid Zero" Goal After "Game Changer" Delta Variant
Published: 10/04/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern admitted Monday that New Zealand's widely praised "Covid zero" strategy had failed to halt a stubborn outbreak in Auckland and said a new approach was needed.
Merck's New Covid Pill Raises Hopes For Nations Struggling To Vaccinate
Published: 10/03/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
As Merck & Co. races ahead with an experimental pill that could play a pivotal role in the fight against Covid-19, efforts are intensifying to bring the drug to developing countries that have...
Asia-Pacific stocks rise after Merck announces new Covid treatment; China markets closed
Published: 10/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Merck and Ridgeback Biotherapeutics announced Friday they’ve developed a drug which cuts the risk of hospitalization or death by around 50% in Covid patients.
Fauci says FDA will review Merck's new Covid treatment 'as quickly as they possibly can'
Published: 10/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Friday the FDA will review data on Merck and Ridgeback Biotherapeutics' new Covid oral antiviral "as quickly as they possibly can."
Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh tests positive for Covid, days before new term begins
Published: 10/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Kavanaugh, 56, is showing no symptoms of the virus, the court said. He has been fully vaccinated against Covid since January.
Covid has made biotech companies the hot new tech sector as investor demand drives record IPOs
Published: 09/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Increased interest in the mRNA technology used to make Covid vaccines has driven a lot of capital into biotech stocks, fueling record financings and IPOs.
New Zealand's Covid Cases Jump As It Battles Delta Variant
Published: 09/29/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand's daily coronavirus cases jumped to their highest level in weeks on Wednesday, a setback to the South Pacific nation's battle to eliminate the highly infectious Delta variant from its...
Biden vows new era of 'relentless diplomacy' as world contends with Covid, climate change and China
Published: 09/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Biden's debut address to the UN General Assembly comes as the U.S. strives to rebuild alliances and reclaim a global leadership position.
New Zealand Covid: Men caught smuggling KFC into lockdown-hit Auckland
Published: 09/21/2021 in BBC News - World
The pair, who were also carrying large amounts of cash, could face six months in prison.
1,882 New Covid Cases In Australia; Police Quell Anti-Lockdown Protests
Published: 09/18/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Australia recorded 1,882 new coronavirus cases on Saturday, as thousands of police officers in Sydney and Melbourne were deployed to quell planned anti-lockdown protests, setting up checkpoints and...
Moderna releases new data on Covid breakthrough cases it says supports need for booster shots
Published: 09/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The U.S. drugmaker shared a new analysis that showed the incidence of breakthrough Covid cases was less frequent in people who were more recently vaccinated.
New York To Offer Covid Vaccination, Testing To All Attending UN Session
Published: 09/15/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
As world leaders arrive to attend the annual UN General Assembly session next week amid coronavirus pandemic, New York City will have in place facilities that will offer COVID-19 vaccination and...
After 3-Month Covid Lockdown, Sydney Lifts Curbs As New Cases Stabilise
Published: 09/14/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Sydney authorities moved to lift curfews for coronavirus hotpots Wednesday, as infection numbers stabilised and vaccination rates surged.
What you need to know about President Joe Biden's new Covid vaccine mandates
Published: 09/10/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
President Joe Biden's new vaccine mandates are his most aggressive effort yet to get the raging Covid pandemic under control. Here's what you need to know.
New study finds unvaccinated are 11 times more likely to die from Covid, CDC says
Published: 09/10/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
A large CDC study found that unvaccinated people are 11 times more likely than vaccinated people to die from Covid, Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said Friday.
Patient concerned about covid reports sex romp at New Zealand hospital: ‘It was just all a bit staggering’
Published: 09/10/2021 in National
The incident at the Auckland hospital reflects a larger point of contention regarding visitation at New Zealand hospitals as the country continues its efforts to curb covid cases.
Biden to detail new six-pronged plan to increase U.S. Covid vaccination rates, fight virus
Published: 09/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The world needs rich countries to donate Covid vaccines, former New Zealand prime minister says
Published: 09/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Helen Clark said high-income countries have the "spare doses" of Covid-19 vaccines to help meet the World Health Organization's global vaccination targets.
Fauci says the new mu Covid strain isn't an immediate threat in the U.S.
Published: 09/02/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
WHO says it is monitoring a new Covid variant called 'mu'
Published: 09/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The mu variant has mutations that have the potential to evade immunity provided by a previous Covid-19 infection or vaccination, the WHO said.
South Africa Scientists Monitor New Covid Variant With High Mutation Rate
Published: 08/30/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Scientists in South Africa are monitoring a new coronavirus variant with an unusually high mutation rate, and whose frequency has gradually increased in recent months, the National Institute for...
Israel doubles down on booster shots as daily Covid cases set new record
Published: 08/30/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Israeli lawmakers are keen to avoid another lockdown after overseeing one of the world's fastest vaccination drives.
U.S. intelligence agencies split on Covid origins, offer no high-confidence conclusions in new report
Published: 08/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
In May, Biden ordered a closer intelligence review of what he described as two likely scenarios of the origins of the Covid-19.
New Zealand Defends "Covid Zero" Strategy, Australia Says "Just Absurd"
Published: 08/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern defended her "Covid zero" elimination strategy Thursday amid fears an outbreak of the highly transmissible Delta variant has rendered the previously...
Papua New Guinea Bans India Flights In Diplomatic Spat Over Covid Breach
Published: 08/24/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Papua New Guinea banned flights from India indefinitely on Tuesday and accused the country's diplomats of "deception" over apparent breaches to Covid-19 travel rules.
New Zealand Has Highest Jump In Covid Cases Since April 2020
Published: 08/23/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand on Tuesday recorded its highest increase in COVID-19 cases since April 2020, but authorities said the numbers were not rising exponentially and the majority of the cases were still in...
New York City Mandates Covid Vaccines For Teachers
Published: 08/23/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New York announced a vaccine mandate for all public school staff, including teachers and principals, Monday as the city escalates attempts to slow the spread of the hyper-contagious Delta variant.
Malaysia’s new prime minister faces the immediate task of taming a worsening Covid outbreak
Published: 08/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Ismail Sabri Yaakob was sworn in as Malaysia's new prime minister over the weekend.
China Reports No New Local Covid Cases For First Time Since July
Published: 08/22/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
China's health authority reported on Monday that there were no new locally transmitted cases of COVID-19 for the first time since July, offering more signs that the current outbreak which began late...
Covid: New Zealand pandemic strategy in doubt amid Delta spread
Published: 08/22/2021 in BBC News - World
The highly infectious Delta variant "does change the game", the Covid response minister says.
"Have Uncovered Piece Of The Puzzle": New Zealand PM On Covid Outbreak
Published: 08/19/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand reported a breakthrough Thursday in tracing the source of a Covid-19 outbreak that plunged the nation into lockdown, with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern saying it should help "stamp out"...
New Zealand, In Lockdown Over 1 Covid Case, Warns Outbreak Will Worsen
Published: 08/18/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealanders must brace for additional Covid-19 cases from an outbreak that has plunged the previously virus-free country into a snap lockdown, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern warned Wednesday after...
New Zealand was set to be the first advanced economy to hike rates. One Covid case put a stop to it
Published: 08/18/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New Zealand was expected to become the first advanced economy to raise interest rates, but the central bank left rates unchanged one Covid case was detected.
New Zealand enters nationwide lockdown over one Covid case
Published: 08/17/2021 in BBC News - World
Authorities say they are still running tests, but are assuming it is a case of the Delta variant.
New Zealand Declares Snap 3-Day Lockdown After 1st Covid Case In 6 Months
Published: 08/17/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand moves into snap national lockdown over virus case, news agency AFP reported.
'We are on fire': Five U.S. states set new records for Covid cases as hospitalizations rise
Published: 08/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Hospital bed capacity correlates closely with vaccination rates. The states with higher vaccination rates are seeing fewer Covid patients take up hospital beds.
Australia: New South Wales 'in worst ever Covid situation'
Published: 08/14/2021 in BBC News - World
While case numbers are relatively low, the Australian state's premier has warned of a Covid surge.
New Covid Vaccine Mimics Virus Shape To Provide Robust Protection: Study
Published: 08/13/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Scientists have developed a protein-based COVID-19 vaccine candidate that mimics the shape of the virus to trigger robust antibody response in animals.
New York Assembly will suspend Andrew Cuomo impeachment investigation after governor resigns
Published: 08/13/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The New York state Assembly will suspend its impeachment investigation of Gov. Andrew Cuomo after his resignation takes effect on Aug. 25.
For Lockdown Policies, New Method For Modelling Covid Spread Developed
Published: 08/13/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
A new strategy by Warwick University for modelling the spread of COVID-19 incorporates smartphone-captured data on people's movements and shows promise for aiding the development of optimal lockdown...
Kathy Hochul says she'll run for New York governor next year after finishing Cuomo's term
Published: 08/12/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul said she plans to run for governor in the state's 2022 race after she finishes the remainder of Gov. Cuomo's term.
Amazon Loses Bid To Stop New York From Probing Covid Standards
Published: 08/10/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed Amazon.com Inc's lawsuit to block New York's attorney general from investigating the online retailer's ability to protect warehouse workers from COVID-19.
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo resigns in wake of harassment report
Published: 08/10/2021 in BBC News - World
Democrat Andrew Cuomo has resigned after an inquiry found he sexually harassed multiple women.
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Resigns After Harassment Claims
Published: 08/10/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Embattled New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation on Tuesday after 11 women accused him of sexual harassment.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigns over sexual harassment scandal, will leave office in 2 weeks
Published: 08/10/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigned after 11 women said he sexually harassed him. The Democrat is in his third term.
After a summer of packed concerts, the New Orleans Jazz Fest was canceled amid rising covid hospitalizations
Published: 08/09/2021 in National
It is one of the first major outdoor fall festivals to be canceled as coronavirus cases spike in Louisiana and across the country.
Top Aide To New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Resigns: Reports
Published: 08/09/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
A top aide to New York governor Andrew Cuomo resigned Sunday, US media reported, as the net closed further around a once-influential politician now facing the possibility of criminal charges over...
Top aide to embattled New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigns
Published: 08/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Melissa DeRosa resigned as Cuomo faces calls to step down after New York's attorney general alleged he sexually harassed nearly a dozen women, NBC News reports.
Executive assistant who accused New York Gov. Cuomo of groping speaks publicly
Published: 08/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Brittany Commisso is identified as “Executive Assistant #1” in a report on Andrew Cuomo’s alleged sexual harassment of nearly a dozen women.
New York Gov. Cuomo could face misdemeanor in groping case, county sheriff says
Published: 08/07/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo could face misdemeanor charges if investigators substantiate a criminal complaint accusing the governor of groping an aide last year.
U.S. is now averaging 100,000 new Covid infections a day
Published: 08/07/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The U.S. is now averaging 100,000 new Covid-19 infections a day, returning to a milestone last seen during the winter surge.
Sydney Reports New Covid Record As Melbourne Races To Trace Outbreak
Published: 08/07/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Australia's state of New South Wales reported another record day of Covid-19 cases Saturday, as authorities in the country's second city of Melbourne rushed to trace the source of its outbreaks.
Andrew Cuomo faces impeachment threat as New York governor
Published: 08/05/2021 in BBC News - World
Fellow Democrats are urging New York’s governor to quit or be forced out after a report into alleged harassment.
Biden says New York Governor Cuomo needs to resign amid sexual harassment scandal
Published: 08/04/2021 in MercoPress
US President Joseph Biden has called for the resignation of New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is under heavy criticism for his alleged involvement in a sexual harassment scandal.
France, Battling Fourth Wave Of Covid, Imposes New Restrictions
Published: 08/03/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Health officials in France on Tuesday activated an emergency plan on the Mediterranean island of Corsica as a fourth wave of Covid infections spread across the country.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo will respond Tuesday to bombshell sexual harassment report by AG James
Published: 08/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is accused of sexually harassing at least 11 women in a report overseen by Attorney General Letitia James.
New York First In US To Mandate Covid Vaccines To For Restaurants, Gyms
Published: 08/03/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The administration is creating the "Key to NYC Pass" to provide proof of vaccination to workers and patrons at fitness centers, restaurants and entertainment venues
Biden approval ratings on Covid and economy fall in new CNBC All-America survey
Published: 08/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
CNBC's All-America Economic survey showed 48% of American adults approved of the job Biden is doing as president, up a point from the first quarter.
Andrew Cuomo: New York Governor sexually harassed women, report finds
Published: 08/03/2021 in BBC News - World
The investigation comes months after several women accused Andrew Cuomo of sexual misconduct.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio will mandate Covid vaccines for certain indoor activities
Published: 08/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio issued a mandate requiring employees and customers of indoor eateries, gyms and entertainment centers to get vaccinated.
Gov. Cuomo mandates vaccinations for transit workers as New York's Covid cases surge
Published: 08/02/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo mandated vaccines for state transportation workers, giving them the option to get vaccinated or face weekly coronavirus testing.
Health experts fear unlocked England could become an incubator for new Covid variants
Published: 08/02/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
England's relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions is risking the emergence of new, potentially more dangerous variants of the virus, scientists have warned.
US Top Covid Advisor Says No New Lockdowns Expected Despite Delta Surge
Published: 08/01/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
President Joe Biden's chief medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci said on Sunday he does not expect the United States will return to lockdowns, despite the growing risks of COVID-19 infections posed by...
Joe Biden Says US To See New Covid Restrictions "In All Probability"
Published: 07/30/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
US President Joe Biden said on Friday "in all probability" new guidelines or restrictions would be imposed in the United States in response to a resurgence of Covid-19 cases.
Malaysia’s daily new Covid cases per million people is now one of the highest globally
Published: 07/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The Southeast Asian country has struggled to tame a surge in Covid-19 cases despite implementing multiple rounds of restrictions and a state of emergency.
Twitter closes San Francisco, New York offices as Covid cases surge
Published: 07/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Wednesday's announcement comes just two weeks after the social media company reopened their offices at both cities.
Here's a map of the Covid hot spots that fall under the CDC's new mask guidance
Published: 07/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The CDC recommended that fully vaccinated Americans in Covid hot spots start wearing masks again. This map shows where those hot spots are.
Nightclubs are a new battleground against Covid, but the young yearn for freedom
Published: 07/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The night time economy is re-opening just as coronavirus cases soar, particularly among the young.
Cuomo raised over $2 million from top New York donors as he was accused of sexual harassment
Published: 07/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Even with all the controversy surrounding the New York governor, many members of the business community seemed to rally around Andrew Cuomo.
Here, Covid Cases Surge Past India, Marking New Epicenter
Published: 07/13/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Indonesia surpassed India's daily Covid-19 case numbers, marking a new Asian virus epicenter as the spread of the highly-contagious delta variant drives up infections in Southeast Asia's largest...
FDA to announce new warning on J&J Covid vaccine related to a rare autoimmune disorder, report says
Published: 07/12/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The FDA is expected to announce a new warning for the J&J vaccine, saying the shot has been linked to a serious but rare autoimmune disorder.
Virtually all new Covid deaths and hospitalizations are among unvaccinated people, White House says
Published: 07/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
President Joe Biden's Covid team has set its sights on those Americans who are still unvaccinated against the coronavirus, amid the delta variant's spread.
New Covid outbreaks a top risk to economic recovery, OECD chief says
Published: 07/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New outbreaks of Covid-19 remain one of the top risks to a global economic recovery, the OECD's secretary-general has warned.
UK PM Boris Johnson's New Covid Gamble Worries Some Scientists
Published: 07/08/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson plans to reopen England's economy from coronavirus lockdown on July 19, but if he does so, it won't be without disquiet from some of the scientists whose advice he...
Headache? Runny nose? These are among the new top 5 Covid symptoms, study says
Published: 07/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Symptoms associated with Covid-19 are changing with the advent of new variants.
Mask-wearing becomes a new battleground in England as Covid rules are eased
Published: 07/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Since the start of the pandemic, millions of people have been forced to wear face masks. Now, as rules are eased, they are a highly contentious issue.
Next 2 Days "Critical": Australia's New South Wales As Covid Cases Rise
Published: 07/04/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Australia's New South Wales (NSW) on Monday said the next two days would be "absolutely critical" in deciding whether a two-week anti-coronavirus lockdown in Sydney, set to end on July 9, will have to...
Covid: Europe risks new wave, WHO warns
Published: 07/01/2021 in BBC News - World
Cases are up 10% in a week and there are concerns Euro 2020 matches could be super-spreader events.
New Covid wave could be imminent as delta variant sweeps Europe, WHO says
Published: 07/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The WHO said a decline in the number of infections in the region over the past 10 weeks has now come to an end.
Delta Variant Forces New Lockdowns As Europe Lifts Covid Restrictions
Published: 06/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Australia's largest city Sydney entered a two-week lockdown Saturday to contain a sudden coronavirus surge, as several European nations lifted restrictions despite the global spread of a highly...
Delta Covid variant has a new mutation called 'delta plus': Here's what you need to know
Published: 06/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
A mutation of the delta variant has emerged, it's called "delta plus."
Delta To Account For 90% New Covid Cases In Europe By End August: Report
Published: 06/23/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The Delta variant, identified for the first time in India, could account for 90 percent of new Covid cases in the EU in the coming months, the bloc's disease control agency said Wednesday.
Fauci says delta accounts for 20% of new cases and will be dominant Covid variant in U.S. in weeks
Published: 06/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Covid: Sydney faces new restrictions as cluster grows
Published: 06/22/2021 in BBC News - World
Australia's largest city sees its worst outbreak this year as a cluster infected with the Delta strain grows.
When Covid Is Same As "Flu Season": Pandemic Enters New Era
Published: 06/20/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
After more than a year of obsessively tracking Covid-19 case numbers, epidemiologists are starting to shift focus to other measures as the next stage of the pandemic emerges.
Delta Variant Accounts For Nearly 90% Of New Covid Cases In Moscow: Mayor
Published: 06/18/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Moscow mayor Sergei Sobyanin said Friday that the highly infectious Delta variant first identified in India represents almost 90 percent of new cases in the Russian capital.
Delta Variant Represents Almost 90% Of New Moscow Covid Cases: Mayor
Published: 06/18/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Moscow mayor Sergei Sobyanin said Friday that the highly infectious Delta variant first identified in India represents almost 90 percent of new cases in the Russian capital.
New Covid study hints at long-term loss of brain tissue, Dr. Scott Gottlieb warns
Published: 06/17/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Dr. Scott Gottlieb warned about the potential long-term effects of Covid and pointed to a new study that suggests brain tissue is being destroyed.
Are Asia's Covid 'winners' entering shaky new territory?
Published: 06/17/2021 in BBC News - World
The countries that were best at keeping Covid at bay are now struggling with their exit strategies.
Covid causes new environmental dilemma for India’s Ganges River
Published: 06/16/2021 in BBC News - World
Hundreds of bodies have been buried in shallow graves along the banks of the already-polluted Ganges.
China's new Covid hotspot reports zero new cases for the first time since latest outbreak
Published: 06/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Guangzhou saw a cluster of cases appear since May 21 prompting local lockdowns and mass testing, but daily new case numbers have started falling.
US Tops 600,000 Covid Deaths, New York And California Drop Curbs
Published: 06/15/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The US death count from Covid-19 surpassed 600,000 on Tuesday, although officials hailed progress towards a return to normality as its world-leading vaccination program promised to turn the page on...
US Covid Death Count Crosses 6,00,000, New York Drops Curbs
Published: 06/15/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New York's 70 percent of adults had received at least one vaccine dose, the state announced.
In China's new Covid hotspot, police detain those who violate virus prevention measures
Published: 06/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Guangzhou in south China is trying to stem the spread of the Delta Covid variant first found in India, taking measures including lockdowns and legal routes.
United will require new employees to show proof of Covid vaccine, following Delta
Published: 06/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The new rule requires external candidates with job offers made after June 15 to confirm they have been fully vaccinated by their start date
India places advance order for new Covid vaccine
Published: 06/03/2021 in BBC News - World
The vaccine, currently in Phase 3 trials, is being developed by Indian firm Biological E.
NIH scientists say they may have found a promising new oral antiviral drug for Covid
Published: 06/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The drug, called TEMPOL, can reduce Covid-19 infections by impairing an enzyme the virus needs to make copies of itself once inside human cells, they said.
France Opens Covid Vaccination For All Adults Amid New Variants Threat
Published: 05/31/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
France on Monday opened up Covid-19 vaccines to all adults, a week before Germany, as Europe races to avoid another wave of infections caused by new virus variants.
Vietnam Detects New Covid Variant, Hybrid Of Strains Found In India, UK
Published: 05/29/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Vietnam has discovered a new COVID-19 variant which spreads quickly by air and is a combination of the strains first found in India and Britain, health officials confirmed Saturday.
Covid: Vietnam detects new UK-Indian variant, health officials say
Published: 05/29/2021 in BBC News - World
The mutation, a combination of the Indian and UK variants, is described by officials as "very dangerous".
No Timeline Yet For New Covid Origins Probe: WHO
Published: 05/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Facing intensifying pressure for a new, more in-depth investigation of the Covid-19 pandemic origins, the World Health Organization said Friday that it was still awaiting expert guidance.
Sanofi And GSK Launch Final Testing Phase Of New Covid Vaccine
Published: 05/27/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi and Britain's GSK announced Thursday the start of final tests of their belated Covid vaccine as they race to add their jab to the world's arsenal against the...
Magallanes Region on Monday reported 59 new Covid 19 cases
Published: 05/26/2021 in MercoPress
Health authorities from the Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica Region in the southernmost Patagonian territory reported on Monday 59 new coronavirus contagions, which means the number of active cases in the region stands at 469.
Covid: Argentina starts new lockdown as cases soar
Published: 05/22/2021 in BBC News - World
The country that endured one of the world's longest quarantines is back under restrictions.
New Covid Testing Method Gives Result In 1 Second, Say Scientists: Report
Published: 05/20/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Scientists have developed a novel sensor system that can detect the novel coronavirus from saliva samples in one second, which is way faster than current COVID-19 diagnostic methods.
Singapore orders Facebook and Twitter to correct false claim about a 'new' Covid variant
Published: 05/20/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The move from Singapore came after unsubstantiated comments from an Indian politician this week sparked a diplomatic incident between the two countries.
New Zealand's economic recovery from Covid is 'better than expected,' says deputy prime minister
Published: 05/20/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson speaks to CNBC about the latest government budget and New Zealand's recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Canadian lab seeks volunteers in Argentina to test new covid vaccine
Published: 05/19/2021 in MercoPress
The Canadian biopharmaceutical company Medicago is looking for 5000 volunteers in Argentina to prove the effectiveness of a new vaccine against coronavirus, it was announced Tuesday.
US Issues New Warning On Domestic Extremism As Covid Rules Eased
Published: 05/14/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The US Department of Homeland Security issued a new warning over domestic terrorism Friday, saying violent extremists could exploit the easing of Covid-19 restrictions to conduct attacks.
New CDC mask guidance may spur more Americans to get Covid vaccine, says Dr. Scott Gottlieb
Published: 05/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Former FDA chief Dr. Scott Gottlieb told CNBC more Americans may go get vaccinated due to the CDC's relaxed mask guidance.
Cuomo privately calls on wealthy business leaders to stay in New York, lobby to remove SALT cap
Published: 05/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Gov. Andrew Cuomo privately called on business leaders to stay in New York and lobby lawmakers to remove the cap on SALT deductions.
India reports over 412,000 new Covid cases as court demands plan to tackle oxygen shortage in Delhi
Published: 05/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
India's Supreme Court ordered the central government to present a comprehensive plan by Thursday outlining steps to meet medical oxygen requirements for Delhi.
Biden's new Covid vaccination goal is for 70% of adults to have at least one shot by July 4
Published: 05/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Biden's announcement comes two months out from the Fourth of July, a date the White House hopes will mark a turning point in the coronavirus pandemic.
India reports more than 357,000 new Covid cases as total crosses 20 million
Published: 05/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
So far, at least 222,408 people have died from the disease, but that number is likely lower than the actual death toll.
Samia Suluhu Hassan: Tanzania's new president challenges Covid denial
Published: 05/03/2021 in BBC News - World
Samia Suluhu Hassan's predecessor, who died in office in March, said coronavirus had been defeated.
New York To Resume 24-Hour Subway Services Halted A Year Back Over Covid
Published: 05/03/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a major easing of coronavirus restrictions Monday, including the imminent resumption of 24-hour operations on the city subway.
2 in 5 American adults fully vaccinated as daily average of new Covid cases falls below 50,000
Published: 05/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
About 2 in 5 American adults are now fully vaccinated as the daily average of new Covid cases falls below 50,000 for the first time since October.
India accounts for 1 in 3 new Covid cases being recorded. Here is its second wave in 5 charts
Published: 05/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Nearly 7 million cases were reported for April, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.
New York City indoor dining capacity to increase to 75% in May as Covid restrictions ease
Published: 04/30/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Cuomo announced Friday that indoor dining capacity in New York City will be increased to 75% on May 7.
India reports record Covid cases again — with over 386,000 new infections
Published: 04/30/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
At least 3,498 people died over a 24-hour period, but recent reports have suggested that India's death toll is being underreported.
India reports record new cases and fatalities, official Covid death toll surpasses 200,000
Published: 04/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Government data showed at least another 3,293 people died, while overall cases also rose by a record 360,960 reported infections.
Pfizer's new at-home pill to treat Covid could be available by end of the year, CEO hopes
Published: 04/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The company in March began an early-stage clinical trial testing a new antiviral therapy for Covid.
India reports record Covid cases for a fifth straight day with more than 350,000 new infections
Published: 04/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
In April, alone, India reported more than 5 million new cases, sending the country's health care system to the brink.
Covid Vaccine Doses Pass One-Billion Mark As Global Cases Hit New Record
Published: 04/24/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The number of Covid-19 jabs administered globally surpassed the one-billion mark on Saturday, offering hope after months of pandemic misery, even as the number of coronavirus cases worldwide hit a new...
New And More Potent Strain Of Covid Detected In Sri Lanka: Immunologist
Published: 04/24/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
A new coronavirus strain that is airborne and more potent than all those found previously in Sri Lanka has been discovered in the island nation, according to a top immunologist in Colombo.
MIT researchers say you're no safer from Covid indoors at 6 feet or 60 feet in new study
Published: 04/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The CDC and WHO guidelines fail to factor in the amount of time spent indoors, which increases the chance of transmission the longer people are inside.
India reports more than 330,000 new Covid cases, setting a fresh global record
Published: 04/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
As of Friday, India has reported more than 4 million cases in April and at least 24,452 people have died.
New Covid variant detected at Texas A&M lab shows signs of antibody resistance and severe illness
Published: 04/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"This variant combines genetic markers separately associated with rapid spread, severe disease and high resistance to neutralizing antibodies," Chief Virologist Ben Neuman said.
India reports record single-day jump in Covid cases, with more than 314,000 new infections
Published: 04/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
So far in April, India has reported more than 3.78 million new cases and over 22,000 deaths.
Germany Covid: MPs back new lockdown law as protest is broken up
Published: 04/21/2021 in BBC News - World
The controversial lockdown law enables the government to enforce an "emergency brake" nationally.
India's second wave of Covid shows no signs of slowing as country reports over 200,000 new cases
Published: 04/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Since the beginning of April, India has reported more than 1.9 million new cases and over 10,600 deaths, per CNBC's calculations of health ministry data.
India's Maharashtra state announces 15 days of tough new Covid measures
Published: 04/13/2021 in BBC News - World
Maharashtra announces two weeks of measures just short of a full lockdown amid a wave of cases.
WHO says Covid pandemic is growing 'exponentially' at more than 4.4 million new cases a week
Published: 04/12/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Maria Van Kerkhove, the agency's technical lead for Covid-19, said "we're in a critical point of the pandemic."
Researchers identify five new cases of 'double mutant' Covid variant in California
Published: 04/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The double-mutant strain contains two key mutations, E484Q and L452R, that have been found separately in other variants but not together in a single strain.
New Zealand Suspends Entry Of Travellers From India Amid Covid Surge
Published: 04/07/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Zealand on Thursday temporarily suspended entry for all travellers from India, including its own citizens, for about two weeks following a high number of positive coronavirus cases arriving from...
Inside Covid Vaccine Production At BioNTech's New Plant In Germany
Published: 03/31/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Decontamination chambers, tight-fitting protective suits, a controlled atmosphere: vigilance is the order of the day when making Covid-19 vaccines at the new BioNTech plant in Marburg, Germany.
"Impending Doom": US Health Body Warns Of New Surge As Covid Cases Rise
Published: 03/29/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Biden administration officials pleaded with Americans on Monday to continue to take precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 amid an increase in cases across the country.
Do you need to wear masks after Covid vaccine? New NIH-backed study hopes to answer that
Published: 03/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
A new study aims to help health experts and officials make decisions about what people can and cannot do post-vaccination, including guidelines on mask use and social distancing.
Chile lockdown 86% of its population due to new strains of covid
Published: 03/26/2021 in MercoPress
The government of Chile Thursday decided to tighten the anti-covid-19 measures already in force after 64 cases of the British strain and 45 of the Brazilian ones were detected out of a total of 7,023 new daily cases of coronavirus were reported.
Biden will announce new Covid vaccine goal: 200 million shots within his first 100 days
Published: 03/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
President Joe Biden plans to announce a new goal of 200 million Covid vaccination shots within his first 100 days in office.
Tom Lee says cyclical companies are 'the new growth stocks' during Covid recovery
Published: 03/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"Post war, cyclical companies become the new growth stocks," Fundstrat's Tom Lee told CNBC. "This is a post-war environment," he added.
Coronavirus: Germany plans tighter Covid rules to tackle new surge
Published: 03/22/2021 in BBC News - World
Rising infections dash German hopes of easing a lockdown that has lasted more than four months.
New Jersey likely to pause reopening plans as Covid cases rise, governor says
Published: 03/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The state's seven-day average of new cases has increased by more than 10% compared with a week ago, according to a CNBC analysis of Johns Hopkins University data.
Brazil Covid variant detected in New York resident for the first time, Cuomo says
Published: 03/20/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The patient with the Brazil variant is a Brooklyn resident in their 90s with no travel history, according to a press release.
The Small Business Administration is about to get a new leader as Covid recovery heats up
Published: 03/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Guzman will lead the agency tasked with doling out Paycheck Protection Program loans as Covid-19 wreaks havoc on small businesses.
6-8 New Covid Vaccines May Be Ready For Use This Year: WHO
Published: 03/15/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
New Covid-19 vaccines, including ones that don't require needles and can be stored at room temperature, may be ready for use later this year or next year, the World Health Organization's top scientist...
New York's vaccine czar called county executives to determine support for Cuomo: report
Published: 03/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Larry Schwartz, head of New York's vaccine rollout, called county officials in recent weeks in order to determine their support for Cuomo amid an ongoing sexual harassment investigation.
U.S. Sens. Schumer and Gillibrand call on New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign
Published: 03/12/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, who represent New York, are the latest officials to call on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo again refuses to resign, says Democratic calls to quit are 'dangerous'
Published: 03/12/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Many New York Democrats in Congress and the state legislature have demanded Gov. Andrew Cuomo resign over a sexual harassment scandal.
New WTO boss on U.S. ties and addressing the COVID crisis
Published: 03/12/2021 in World - CBSNews.com
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala "humbled" to be 1st woman and 1st African to head the organization, but she's focused on "many challenges" amid trade disputes and a pandemic.
Congressional Democrats from New York call on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign
Published: 03/12/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and House Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler joined in the growing chorus calling for Cuomo's resignation.
New York Democrats start to discuss running for governor as Cuomo resists calls to resign
Published: 03/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York Democrats have started to discuss running for governor as Andrew Cuomo resists calls for him to resign amid sexual harassment allegations
De Blasio, New York Democrats demand Cuomo resign over sexual harassment claims, Covid cover up
Published: 03/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
An increasing number of Democrats want New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to quit because of sexual harassment claims and a Covid data cover-up.
Covid 19 live updates: Former U.S. presidents (minus one) and first ladies urge Americans to get vaccinated in new ad series
Published: 03/11/2021 in National
Some 62.5 million people have received at least one vaccine dose in the United States so far — 51 percent of the prioritized population, almost 19 percent of the total.
Covid 19 live updates: Daily new coronavirus cases hit new U.S. lows but experts warn about the looming spring break
Published: 03/10/2021 in National
Nearly 32 million people in the United States have been fully vaccinated, a little less than 10 percent of the population. The nation is averaging about 2.1 million doses administered per day, up from about 1.5 million one month ago.
New Cuomo accuser claims he inappropriately touched her at governor's mansion, report says
Published: 03/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo faces a growing number of women who accuse him of sexual harassment. The Democrat is under investigation.
WHO says Europe sees 1 million new COVID cases as virus surges
Published: 03/07/2021 in World - CBSNews.com
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from London on the global impacts of COVID-19.
Top Democrat in New York state Senate calls on Cuomo to resign
Published: 03/07/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Cuomo said there's "no way" he would resign over the growing number of sexual harassment or inappropriate conduct allegations against him.
Cuomo to sign law stripping emergency Covid powers, vows won't be distracted by harassment claims
Published: 03/07/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Cuomo also announced that Empire State restaurants outside of New York City can increase indoor dining capacity to 75% starting March 19.
Two more women accuse New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo of inappropriate conduct
Published: 03/07/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Cuomo is already facing heat from prior sexual harassment accusations, as well as a scandal over his administration's handling of Covid nursing home death data.
Andrew Cuomo: Fresh calls for New York governor to resign over harassment claims
Published: 03/02/2021 in BBC News - World
A third woman has accused influential Democratic politician Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment.
New York Governor Cuomo faces fresh claims of sexual harassment
Published: 02/27/2021 in BBC News - World
New York's governor denies wrongdoing and orders an external inquiry after claims by a second ex-aide.
Oxford vaccine may be key weapon against new COVID variants
Published: 02/27/2021 in World - CBSNews.com
The Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine's "plug and play" platform means it's easy to modify, and scientists expect an update to fight new, troubling variants by the fall.
Oxford vaccine may be key weapon against new COVID variants
Published: 02/26/2021 in World - CBSNews.com
The Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine's "plug and play" platform means it's easy to modify, and scientists expect an update to fight new, troubling variants by the fall.
Andrew Cuomo: Why is New York's governor facing controversy?
Published: 02/25/2021 in BBC News - World
Mr Cuomo was once seen as a hero of the pandemic. Now he faces scrutiny from inside his party.
Pfizer-BioNTech are testing a booster shot of their Covid vaccine in a new trial
Published: 02/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Pfizer and BioNTech said they are testing a third dose of their Covid-19 vaccine to better understand the immune response against new variants of the virus.
FDA says Covid vaccines that target new variants won't need large clinical trials to win approval
Published: 02/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
South Africa Covid variant detected for the first time in New York patient, Cuomo says
Published: 02/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Cuomo said on Sunday that a Covid-19 variant first identified in South Africa has reached New York.
New York health chief defends state's decision to make nursing homes take Covid patients
Published: 02/19/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Fallout mounts over nursing home deaths as New York lawmaker says Cuomo vowed to ‘destroy’ him
Published: 02/18/2021 in National
An adviser to the governor said New York Assemblyman Ron Kim, a fellow Democrat, was “lying” about the conversation.
New York's Cuomo says amusement parks, camps can reopen this summer as state monitors Covid variants
Published: 02/17/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New and highly transmissible coronavirus variants could threaten to reverse the state's progress if allowed to spread unchecked, Gov. Andrew Cuomo warned.
New York attorney general sues Amazon over Covid shortfalls
Published: 02/17/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York Attorney General Letitia James sued Amazon.com over its handling of worker safety issues around the Covid-19 pandemic at two warehouses.
Chinese forced to grapple with a Lunar New Year COVID conundrum
Published: 02/12/2021 in World - CBSNews.com
The Year of the Ox is off to a difficult start for millions of Chinese, forced to decide if it's worth the added coronavirus risk to see their loved ones for a cherished holiday.
New York Gov. Cuomo says Barclays Center, other large arenas in the state, can reopen starting Feb. 23
Published: 02/10/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"Any large stadium or arena — hockey, basketball, football, soccer, baseball, music shows, performances — any large arena can open on Feb. 23," Gov. Cuomo said.
Covid: WHO backs Oxford vaccine against new variants
Published: 02/10/2021 in BBC News - World
It says the vaccine should be used even in countries with new variants of coronavirus.
Does The World Need New COVID Vaccines? "Jury Is Out", Says Trial Chief
Published: 02/09/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
It is not yet clear whether or not the world needs a new set of vaccines to fight different variants of the novel coronavirus but scientists are working on new ones so there is no reason for alarm,...
New York aims to reopen Broadway, large venues, with extensive Covid testing, Gov. Cuomo says
Published: 02/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"I think reopening with testing is going to be the key," New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said on Monday.
How Covid is ‘creating a new genre’ for live music
Published: 02/08/2021 in BBC News - World
From a DJ in a hot air balloon to stars singing in streets, Covid has forced artists to be creative.
London's Neasden Temple Starts New Covid Vaccination Centre
Published: 02/04/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in London, one of UK's largest temples known as Neasden Temple, has opened a new vaccination centre to aid the delivery of COVID-19 vaccines being administered by the...
Covid: Argentina imposes new tax on wealthiest
Published: 01/29/2021 in BBC News - World
A one-off tax on Argentina's richest people will pay for medical supplies and help for businesses.
As new Covid vaccines near U.S. debut, here's what you need to know
Published: 01/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The potential debut of J&J's vaccine could help ramp up supply in the U.S. and could happen as soon as next month
Covid: New Zealand quarantine hotel worker sacked after ‘inappropriate encounter’
Published: 01/29/2021 in BBC News - World
A quarantine hotel employee spent 20 minutes in a room with someone who should have been isolating.
Cuomo administration underreported nursing home Covid deaths by up to 50%, NY attorney general says
Published: 01/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York underreported Covid deaths in nursing homes by as much as 50%, according to a new report from New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Dr. Fauci says Covid vaccines can be easily adapted to new variants, drugmakers working on boosters
Published: 01/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The newly developed mRNA technology used to make the Covid vaccines makes it easy to adapt to the new strains from South Africa and the U.K., Fauci said.
IMF more upbeat on global economy, but warns new Covid variants could derail growth
Published: 01/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The International Monetary Fund is worried about the risk new Covid variants pose to world's post-pandemic economic recovery.
Mexico and Caribbean beach resorts offer Covid tests for new U.S. travel requirements
Published: 01/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Mexican and Caribbean beach resorts scramble for Covid tests as new U.S. travel requirements take effect.
Is Dubai’s party over? Record Covid cases, countries raising barriers spark fears of a new lockdown
Published: 01/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Dubai relies heavily on tourism and has resisted another lockdown since reopening for business and tourism last summer.
New Zealand's 1st COVID case in months is variant from South Africa
Published: 01/25/2021 in World - CBSNews.com
Woman who recently returned from Europe tests positive for highly infectious strain, which may be vaccine resistant, 10 days after compulsory two-week isolation.
The U.S. is racing to adapt against new Covid strains, says Biden surgeon general pick
Published: 01/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
On Friday, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the new variant, known as B.1.1.7, was associated with a higher level of mortality.
U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson warns new COVID variant is more deadly
Published: 01/24/2021 in World - CBSNews.com
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from London on the global impacts of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Covid: New Zealand reports first case in the community in months
Published: 01/24/2021 in BBC News - World
The woman, who recently returned from Europe, had completed two weeks in isolation.
New York state is running 1,000 genome tests per week to look for new Covid variants
Published: 01/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
New York state is running about 1,000 genome tests per week to look for new, more infectious Covid variants, the state's chief physician Howard Zucker said at a press conference Friday.
Boris Johnson says some evidence new Covid variant in the UK may be more deadly
Published: 01/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
There is "some evidence" a new Covid variant first identified in the U.K. could be more deadly than the original strain, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Friday.
UK doctors have advice for the U.S. on fighting the new Covid strain
Published: 01/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The variant, known as B.1.1.7., has an unusually high number of mutations and is associated with more efficient and rapid transmission.
Euro zone business activity shrinks again as new Covid strains lead to more lockdowns
Published: 01/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The euro zone saw another drop in business activity in January, on the back of stricter coronavirus-related lockdowns.
Dr. Fauci says Covid vaccines appear to be less effective against some new strains
Published: 01/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Britains Sets New Grim Record With 1,610 Covid Deaths In 24 Hours
Published: 01/19/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Britain on Tuesday registered another 1,610 fatalities from coronavirus, a record high over 24 hours since the pandemic arrived in 2020, but the number of new cases fell.
IEA cuts 2021 oil demand outlook as new Covid lockdowns weigh on fuel sales
Published: 01/19/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The IEA said it now expects world oil demand to recover by 5.5 million barrels per day to 96.6 million this year.
Germany discovers new Covid mutation among 35 hospital patients
Published: 01/19/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Germany is the latest country to discover a new mutation of the coronavirus, with a new variant found among a group of hospital patients in Bavaria.
Biden Covid advisor challenges Cuomo's letter to buy vaccine directly from Pfizer
Published: 01/18/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Biden's Covid Advisory Board member Dr. Celine Gounder said that Cuomo's request to buy the Pfizer vaccine directly, could cause more problems than it solves.
New York Gov. Cuomo asks to buy Covid vaccine directly from Pfizer amid dose shortages
Published: 01/18/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The request comes after an alarmingly slow start to the national vaccine rollout, with the country millions of injections short of initial projections.
New Covid variant first found in U.K. could become dominant strain in U.S. by March, CDC says
Published: 01/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
China Reports First Covid Death In 8 Months As WHO Huddles On New Strains
Published: 01/13/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
China recorded its first Covid-19 death in eight months on Thursday, as experts huddled to discuss worrying new strains of the coronavirus that are spreading rapidly around the globe.
Biden to unveil new Covid stimulus plan, hopes for bipartisan support
Published: 01/13/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
A person familiar with Biden's stimulus plans says the president-elect will seek bipartisan support for his Covid relief proposal.
U.S. Covid deaths reach another record as researchers find two new variants in Ohio
Published: 01/13/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"We're in a very difficult situation, and it's getting worse," White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci said Tuesday.
Ohio researchers say they've identified two new Covid strains likely originating in the U.S.
Published: 01/13/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Japan has found a new Covid variant. Here's how it compares to virus strains in the UK, South Africa
Published: 01/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The identification of a new Covid variant comes as countries scramble to contain two other contagious variants that have emerged in the U.K. and South Africa.
New Covid Variant Found In Travellers From Brazil: Japan Government
Published: 01/10/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
A new coronavirus variant has been detected in four travellers from Brazil's Amazonas state, Japan's Health Ministry said on Sunday, in the latest instance the pandemic virus is evolving.
White House Covid task force warns of possible new 'USA variant' driving spread
Published: 01/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The White House coronavirus task force said there could be a new variant of the virus that evolved in the U.S. and is driving spread, a document obtained by NBC News said.
Australia locks down entire city over 1 case of new COVID variant
Published: 01/08/2021 in World - CBSNews.com
Brisbane, like all of Australia, had returned to virtual normality amid the southern hemisphere's summer temperatures, so it's keen to nip this problem in the bud.
US Sets New Record With Nearly 4,000 Covid Deaths In One Day: Report
Published: 01/07/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The United States counted a record number of daily coronavirus deaths Thursday at nearly 4,000, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.
Amid New Covid Strain Fear, UK Reports Over 60,000 Cases For First Time
Published: 01/05/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The United Kingdom has recorded more than 60,000 COVID-19 cases in daily figures for the first time on Tuesday as the government struggles to deal with a new, more infectious variant of the virus.
More new Covid strains likely to arrive in U.S., epidemiologist says
Published: 01/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Infectious disease experts have warned that the more widely the virus is spreading, the more opportunities it has to mutate into a more serious strain.
New Variant Of COVID Present In Paris: Head Of Paris Hospitals System
Published: 01/05/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The new variant of the COVID virus is present in Paris, Martin Hirsch, director general of the Paris hospitals system, told France 2 television on Tuesday.
New York Gov. Cuomo confirms state's first case of new Covid strain initially found in UK
Published: 01/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
British Prime Minister Johnson imposes national lockdown on England to combat new Covid variant
Published: 01/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
If England doesn't implement a new lockdown, the nation's health system will become overwhelmed in 21 days, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said.
What We Do And Don't Know About New Covid Mutations
Published: 01/04/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The emergence in Britain and South Africa of two new variants of Sars-CoV-2, which are potentially far more infectious versions of the virus, has prompted widespread concern. Here is what we know --...
U.S. air travel hits pandemic high over New Year's holiday amid surging Covid outbreak
Published: 01/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
U.S. air travel hit its highest level on Saturday since mid-March, raising fears that the spike in holiday travel will result in another surge in Covid-19 cases and deaths in upcoming weeks.
Global community outpaces U.S. in administering new COVID vaccine
Published: 01/03/2021 in World - CBSNews.com
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Liz Palmer reports from London on the ongoing worldwide impacts of the coronavirus.
US Reports 277,000 Covid Cases In 24 hours, A New Record
Published: 01/02/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
The United States on Saturday saw its highest number yet of coronavirus cases recorded in one day, with more than 277,000 infections.
More cases of new Covid variant found in the U.S., threatening to worsen nation's outbreak
Published: 01/02/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"We can be fairly confident this variant is now everywhere," Mercedes Carnethon, a professor of medicine at Northwestern University, told MSNBC on Friday.
Hundreds Charged For Covid Violations During Mass French New Year Party
Published: 01/02/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Hundreds of revellers were booked for breaking coronavirus restrictions as an illegal rave in northwestern France ended on Saturday after more than two days of partying that saw clashes with police.
2,500 Attend Illegal New Year Rave In France Despite Covid Restrictions
Published: 01/01/2021 in NDTV News - World-news
Some 2,500 partygoers attended an illegal New Year rave in northwestern France, violently clashing with police who failed to stop it and sparking concern the underground event could spread the...
New York City wants to vaccinate 1 million residents against Covid in January, Mayor de Blasio says
Published: 12/31/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city will use schools, pop-up clinics and "whatever it takes" to reach 1 million people within the month.
Covid: Pandemic dampens New Year celebrations around the world
Published: 12/31/2020 in BBC News - World
As the virus continues to spread in many countries, governments are set to crack down on revellers.
Covid: France mobilises 100,000 police to stop New Year's Eve gatherings
Published: 12/30/2020 in BBC News - World
Some 100,000 officers and gendarmes will be deployed to disperse gatherings and tackle urban unrest.
California has identified first case of new Covid strain identified in UK, Newsom says
Published: 12/30/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Colorado health officials are investigating a second suspected case of new Covid strain
Published: 12/30/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
On Tuesday, Colorado health officials confirmed the nation's first case of a new and potentially more infectious strain of Covid-19.
CDC says new Covid strain in U.S. could further stress 'already heavily burdened' hospitals
Published: 12/30/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The new variant "could lead to more cases and put even more strain on our already heavily burdened" hospitals, the CDC's Dr. Henry Walke said.
Covid: Sydney announces new restrictions ahead of New Year
Published: 12/29/2020 in BBC News - World
The Australian city is battling a worsening outbreak after months of next to no cases.
U.S. confirms first case of the new Covid strain discovered in UK
Published: 12/29/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
The new strain, referred to as SARS-CoV-2 VUI 202012/01 in the science community, could be as much as 70% more transmissible.
Coronavirus: India confirms six cases of new Covid variant
Published: 12/28/2020 in BBC News - World
India suspended all UK flights last week in response to the new more transmissible variant.
Sydney On Alert After Mystery Cases But New Covid Infections Remain Low
Published: 12/28/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
Australia's most populous state of New South Wales (NSW) maintained its downward trend of new COVID-19 infections on Tuesday but authorities asked people to be on "high alert" after cases were...
Covid: South Africa's Ramaphosa announces new restrictions as cases soar
Published: 12/28/2020 in BBC News - World
The measures include a ban on indoor and outdoor gatherings, and a night curfew, until 15 January.
Europe Begins Covid Vaccine Rollout Amid Fear Of New Virus Strain
Published: 12/26/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
A swath of EU nations begin vaccinating their most vulnerable groups Sunday as a reputedly more contagious coronavirus variant spread internationally and the WHO warned that the current pandemic would...
Coronavirus: More cases of new Covid variant found in Europe
Published: 12/26/2020 in BBC News - World
Spain confirms cases linked to the UK hours after France, as fears grow of the new variant's spread.
European Union Begins Covid Vaccine Rollout As New Virus Strain Spreads
Published: 12/26/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
The European Union began a vaccine rollout Saturday, even as countries in the bloc were forced back into lockdown by a new strain of the virus, believed to be more infectious, that continues to spread...
New warnings of a Covid ‘Christmas wave and New Year’s wave in January’
Published: 12/23/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Dr. Stephen Parodi, director of Kaiser Permanente’s nationwide Covid response, warns of new Covid waves and explains why healthcare staff are frustrated.
U.K. imposes stricter lockdown for millions due to new COVID strain
Published: 12/23/2020 in World - CBSNews.com
As Britain recorded its highest one-day total of new cases, health officials warned a new variant of the coronavirus is surging at "dangerous rates." Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
UK Announces Travel Restrictions On South Africa Over New Covid Strain
Published: 12/23/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
Britain on Wednesday introduced restrictions on travel from South Africa over the spread of another new variant of coronavirus, UK Health Minister Matt Hancock said.
Another new variant of COVID is spreading rapidly in South Africa
Published: 12/23/2020 in World - CBSNews.com
Though it emerged independently, it features a similar mutation to the new variant discovered in the U.K. that scientists say is more transmissible.
'All we can do is carry on': Brits describe life in lockdown as new Covid strain ruins holiday plans
Published: 12/23/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Just days before Christmas, millions of Brits are feeling anxious, angry and alone as a new Covid strain spreads across the nation.
5 things to know about the new Covid strain spreading in the U.K.
Published: 12/22/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Scientists and infectious disease experts are still piecing together what they know about the new strain, which hasn't yet been detected in the U.S.
New COVID strain in U.K. may be "already here" in U.S., doctors say
Published: 12/22/2020 in World - CBSNews.com
"We have had people coming from the U.K. for the past few weeks, so why would this virus not jump on the plane with everybody?" Dr. Dyan Hes said.
CDC says new Covid strain in UK could already be circulating undetected in U.S.
Published: 12/22/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"Given the small fraction of US infections that have been sequenced, the variant could already be in the United States without having been detected," CDC said.
New Covid bill says workers overpaid in pandemic unemployment may not have to return extra money
Published: 12/22/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Hundreds of thousands of self-employed, freelance and gig workers overpaid in unemployment benefits may no longer have to return the excess funds.
Several airlines in U.K. to test New York-bound fliers for COVID
Published: 12/22/2020 in World - CBSNews.com
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo also wants a similar federal policy.
WHO Europe To Convene Member States Over New Covid Variant
Published: 12/22/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
The World Health Organization in Europe said Tuesday it would convene its members to discuss how to handle the outbreak of a new variant of the novel coronavirus discovered in the UK.
‘I think this is already in the U.S.,’ Dr. Scott Gottlieb says of new U.K. Covid strain
Published: 12/21/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
While many countries are imposing lockdowns, Dr. Gottlieb explains why he thinks the new, highly contagious variant of Covid is already in the United States.
New Covid Variant In UK "Not Out Of Control": WHO
Published: 12/21/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
The new coronavirus variant discovered in Britain with a higher transmission rate is not yet out of control and can be contained using existing measures, the World Health Organization said on Monday.
British Airways agrees to require negative coronavirus tests before New York flights, Cuomo says
Published: 12/21/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Cuomo is asking several airlines to ensure travelers have tested negative for Covid before boarding JFK-bound flights as a highly-contagious strain spreads in the U.K.
WHO says Covid is mutating at slower rate than flu as new strain in U.K. appears more contagious
Published: 12/21/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"SARS-CoV-2 is mutating at a much slower rate than influenza," WHO chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan said.
Cramer says he's not giving up on stocks despite the new Covid strain in the U.K.
Published: 12/21/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Jim Cramer criticized the U.K.'s response to the pandemic and highlighted positive news for stocks.
What we know about the new strain of COVID in the U.K.
Published: 12/21/2020 in World - CBSNews.com
"It's probably not more lethal," Dr. Scott Gottlieb told CBS News. But he added, "It seems like this new strain is more contagious."
Dr. Scott Gottlieb says new Covid strain 'will not slip past our vaccines very easily'
Published: 12/21/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Existing Covid vaccines will likely provide protection against the new strain of coronavirus circulating in Britain, the former FDA chief told CNBC.
18 million people in U.K. ordered to "stay at home" as new COVID strain emerges
Published: 12/21/2020 in World - CBSNews.com
Countries around the world are banning or restricting travel to and from the U.K. after a new, highly-transmissable COVID strain has gripped that country. Some 18 million people are now facing a Christmas in lockdown as the government there tries to fight the spread. Foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Sputnik Can Be "Highly Effective" Against New Covid Strain: Co-Developer
Published: 12/21/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
Sputnik V, the world's first COVID-19 vaccine, will be "highly effective" against the new strain of coronavirus found in Europe, said Kirill Dmitriev, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Russian Direct...
"Sick Man Of Europe": UK Cut Off Over Fears About New Covid Strain
Published: 12/21/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
The United Kingdom was on Monday shut off from much of Europe after its closest allies cut transport ties due to fears about a new strain of the coronavirus, sowing chaos for families and companies...
Covid vaccines expected to protect against new strains of the virus, U.S. doctor says
Published: 12/21/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Existing vaccines will be able to fight infection from new Covid variants because emerging strains are likely to be genetically similar to prior ones, said Vin Gupta of the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation.
UK Cut Off From Europe Over Fears About New Covid Strain
Published: 12/21/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
Britain's European neighbours began closing their doors to travellers from the United Kingdom on Sunday amid alarm about a rapidly spreading strain of coronavirus that has caused cases to soar there.
British pound falls as UK faces new Covid strain, deadlock on Brexit trade talks
Published: 12/21/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Over the weekend, the U.K. said it had identified a new strain of Covid-19 which spreads more quickly than previous variants.
Covid: WHO in 'close contact' with UK over new variant
Published: 12/19/2020 in BBC News - World
UK officials say the new strain is spreading more rapidly, but it is not believed to be more deadly.
In Close Contact With UK Officials On New Covid Variant: WHO
Published: 12/19/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
The World Health Organization said on Saturday it was in close contact with UK officials over a new COVID-19 virus variant.
Moderna, Mckesson And US Army General Begin Rolling Out New Covid Vaccine
Published: 12/19/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
Distribution of Moderna Inc's COVID-19 vaccine to more than 3,700 locations in the United States has begun, vastly widening the rollout started last week by Pfizer Inc, U.S Army General Gustave Perna...
After UK, South Africa Identifies New Covid Strain Causing Surge In Cases
Published: 12/18/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
South Africa has identified a new variant of the coronavirus that is driving a second wave of infections, the health minister said on Friday, days after Britain said it had also found a new variant of...
HHS releases sweeping new report on U.S. Covid outbreak in move toward transparency
Published: 12/18/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"We hope the publication of this data will help Americans make personal choices to slow the spread," a group of federal officials who championed the report said.
Covid: Sydney residents urged to stay home amid new outbreak
Published: 12/17/2020 in BBC News - World
Residents are told to stay home as officials scramble to contain a cluster ahead of Christmas.
New York Gov. Cuomo warns a January shutdown is possible as Covid cases soar to springtime records
Published: 12/16/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
"And that's a big but. B-U-T," New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. "But, no one knows because it is up to us."
No Indication New COVID Variant In UK Impacts Vaccine Effectiveness: WHO
Published: 12/14/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
The World Health Organisation is aware of reports that a new variant of COVID-19 has been identified in the United Kingdom, although there is no evidence to suggest that the mutation will impact the...
Funding for vaccine distribution at stake in the push for a new Covid relief bill
Published: 12/14/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
Efforts to fund distribution of the Covid-19 vaccine hung in the balance even as the first doses of Pfizer's pioneering inoculation were being administered.
Russia's Covid Vaccine Sputnik Shows 91.4% Efficacy In New Trial: Report
Published: 12/14/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
Russian coronavirus vaccine developers published fresh results from their trial of the Sputnik V vaccine on Monday based on new data, and said the shot had again been found to be 91.4 per cent...
New York City will shut indoor dining starting Monday, Gov. Cuomo says
Published: 12/11/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)
China Tests 2,50,000 People For Covid After New Cluster Emerges
Published: 12/09/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
China has tested more than a quarter of a million people for the coronavirus after a handful of new cases were detected in the southern city of Chengdu.
New Smartphone-Based Covid Test Gives Results In Less Than 30 Minutes
Published: 12/07/2020 in NDTV News - World-news
Scientists have developed a novel technology for a CRISPR-based COVID-19 diagnostic test that uses a smartphone camera to provide accurate results in under 30 minutes.