Study shows middle-age COVID-19 mortality risk
As of 1900 GMT Monday the virus had killed 36,374 people out of 757,940 cases globally.
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Global lockdown tightens as virus deaths mount
After weeks of a national lockdown in Italy, signs were emerging that drastic action could be slowing the spread of the disease.
Aussie drinkers told to limit daily booze buying
Australians aged over 15 consume an average 12.6 litres of alcohol a year.
Vodka and sauna: Questionable COVID-19 preventive method endorsed by Belarus president
Belarusian Premier League continues to draw crowds as President Alexander Lukashenko downplays the COVID-19 pandemic.
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WHO encourages people to stay home, play video games to stem spread of virus infections
Activision Blizzard and Riot Games are part of several game studios that are committed to helping the WHO to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Nintendo Switch hardware allegedly sells out as coronavirus outbreak force people indoors
Aside from the US, other countries are likewise confirming shortages of Nintendo Switch hardware and physical copies of its games.
COVID-19: Man jailed for coughing and spitting on police officer
For his terror threat and drunken attack on the police officer, the 40-year-old man has been jailed for 26 weeks.
Panicked mothers start leaving onions in kids' rooms to combat coronavirus
Following quack novel coronavirus preventive techniques, many mothers are leaving onions around the house to "absorb" the virus.
UK PM Boris Johnson tests positive for COVID-19
Heir to the throne, Prince Charles, also tested positive earlier this week.
Brazil's Bolsonaro exempts churches from quarantine
The president has called the reaction to the pandemic "overblown."
South Africa begins 'unprecedented' military-patrolled lockdown
Violation of any of the regulations will carry a six-month jail sentence or a fine.
GameStop claims PS5 and Xbox Series X launch on track despite virus pandemic
GameStop CEO George Sherman assured investors that there are currently no indications that fourth-quarter plans have been affected.
UK's virus tracking app becomes popular and most downloaded app within hours of launch
Coronavirus Symptom Tracker is considered important in understanding the outbreak better.
Spain seeks NATO help as virus death toll touches 2,700
The surge in numbers has brought the medical system to the brink of collapse.
Folding@Home records milestone as users contribute processing power to fight COVID-19
According to the numbers indicated by the Folding@Home servers, the current computing power is now maxing out at an exaflop.
COVID-19 frontliners in the UK to receive 15,000 CoVent ventilators from James Dyson
According to reports, the original order placed with Dyson was for 10,000 ventilator units to be distributed to the country's National Health Service (NHS).
What is chloroquine and could it cure the coronavirus?
Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) and chloroquine (CQ), related compounds, synthetic forms of quinine, has been used for centuries to treat malaria.
COVID-19: Outrage as Instagrammer licks handrail in New York subway
The YouTube and Instagram star released the cringeworthy video of himself triggering comments demanding his arrest.
Sex offender becomes first COVID-19 patient to die in UK prison
The 84-year-old convict with underlying health issues passed away at HMP Littlehey in Cambridgeshire.
Flying aid to virus-hit Italy, Moscow flexes soft power
Russia has not officially reported deaths from COVID-19.
More than 1,000 US coronavirus deaths, near 70,000 cases: Tracker
The true number of infected people is believed to be far higher, meaning the real death rate would be lower.
Coronavirus could become seasonal: Top US scientist
Currently two vaccines have entered human trials in the US and China -- and they could be a year to a year-and-a-half away from deployment.
Nurse commits suicide at south London hospital
In the hospital where eight patients have died of COVID-19, a nurse in her 20s was found unresponsive before passing away.
Spanish soldiers find bodies in retirement homes
The coronavirus death toll in Spain surged to 2,182 on Monday.
China virus epicentre to open up as world locks down
Overall, China had 78 new infections on Tuesday, the vast majority brought in from overseas.
Apple on track to produce iPhone 12 for fall release, according to supply chain sources
Foxconn's confirmation is great news for consumers who have skipped last year's flagships in favour of the iPhone 12 series
Heartless landlady evicts NHS paramedic over COVID-19 fear
The panicked woman stated that it was "a matter of time" before Joseph Hoar got infected by the novel coronavirus.
Global emergency efforts ratcheted up as pandemic deaths soar
The death toll from the virus surged to more than 14,400, according to an AFP tally on Sunday
LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer donates $1 million to mitigate coronavirus damages
With schools closed, teachers and staff assigned to the Los Angeles school districts are assisting other efforts in the pandemic.
COVID-19 crisis: NBA discussing possibility of suspending player salaries
Typically, NBA teams pay their players' multi-million contracts bi-monthly on the 1st and 15th of the month.
Boston Celtics player Marcus Smart tests positive for COVID-19
Smart is calling on the young generation of America to take the virus seriously.
Los Angeles Lakers announce two players positive for COVID-19
Kevin Durant of the Brooklyn Nets tested positive last Tuesday.
British tourists evicted from flight over COVID-19 fears
Passengers on board a flight from Sofia to London forced British tourists to deboard after they were suspected to be coming from a quarantined ski resort in Bansko.
Pharma chiefs expect coronavirus vaccine In 12-18 months
IFPMA director-general Thomas Cueni said the industry was putting on an unprecedented united front to conquer the virus.
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