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Kevin Spacey talks losing work; says he can relate to coronavirus layoffs
When #MeToo movement was at its peak in 2017, the actor too came under fire after Anthony Rapp and 30 other men accused him of sexual misconduct.
COVID-19: Fake messages circulating on Whatsapp detail UK lockdown plans
Last month, Whatsapp made a move to stop misinformation after it imposed a limit to the number of people a user can forward a message to.
Princess Eugenie asks followers to buy face masks from this brand to support NHS
Designer Amaia Arrieta says for every mask sold, Amaia Kids will be making two free masks for charities and hospitals.
Obamas to give commencement address for YouTube's virtual graduation ceremony
Lady Gaga, BTS bandmates, Sundar Pichai, and Malala Yousafzai are some of the other notable names who will appear at the virtual event.
New coronavirus wearable sensor device claims to pick up early signs of COVID-19
The device sticks to the throat where it detects coughing and breathing issues.
COVID-19: Apple confirms WWDC20 will be its first virtual event
Tech pundits are reportedly eager to learn more about what Apple has to unveil given that an unreleased copy of iOS 14 has already leaked several products
New coronavirus strain reportedly more infectious than before, warn researchers
It was noted that the Spike D614G strain likely originated from Italy, which recorded an alarming death rate among its citizens.
Around 1.8mn people in Germany may have been infected by COVID-19: Preliminary study
A study by the University of Bonn finds out that one out of five infected people could be asymptomatic.
Coronavirus contact tracing apps spark concerns over privacy in the EU
This is alarming for those in the EU after restrictions have been implemented by authorities to prevent companies from sourcing details without consent.
COVID-19 contact tracing tech has flaws, claims healthcare specialists
In a perfect scenario, handsets will rely on GPS and Bluetooth to determine if the owner is on close proximity with possible carriers of the virus.
Madonna attends party after testing positive for coronavirus antibodies? All we know
Madonna has been receiving a lot of flak for attending a non-distant social gathering on Saturday night.
Tanzania plans to import Madgascar's herbal cure for COVID-19, despite WHO's advice
Last week, Madagascar launched a herbal tonic claiming it to be a cure for COVID-19.
Taylor Swift surprises Utah nurse with handwritten message
The pop-star expressed gratitude to the nurse for fighting the coronavirus pandemic on the frontlines.
Future course of coronavirus is 'highly unpredictable', claims new study
Despite the general consensus surrounding SARS-CoV-2, there is still a lot that researchers are yet to uncover.
Virus vaccine might be available sooner than expected, claims Oxford University professor
Government and public health officials are already drafting plans for easing people back into their normal routine once everything is under control.
Tom Hanks surprises Wright State University students with virtual commencement speech
The Oscar-winner gave the new grads a pep talk about starting their career in these uncertain times.
NBA eyeing Las Vegas or Disney World as venue to finish season
All NBA teams and necessary personnel for games and broadcasting would live, practice, and play games in an isolated venue.
Did Angelina Jolie just drop hint Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston are together?
In her recent column, the actress talks about the challenges of quarantining and homeschooling her children.
Kate Middleton makes surprise video call to new parents in NHS maternity unit
The Duchess of Cambridge carried out a virtual engagement as she spoke to midwives ahead of UK Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week.
NBA issues memo cancelling team-wide COVID-19 testing
The memo reportedly states that team-wide testing would be "inappropriate at this time."
NBA players 'secretly' practicing in closed gyms against league orders
While some superstar players can afford professional level gym facilities in their homes, most players can not.
NBA postpones 2020 draft lottery
Delaying the draft lottery and most likely the draft itself, will give teams more time to study new players.
Scientists study whether COVID-19 can be caused by airborne transmission
Several studies suggest that coronavirus could be caused by airborne transmission but lack a definitive conclusion.
Kate Middleton celebrates anniversary by calling charities supporting pregnant women
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge completed nine years of marriage this Wednesday.
Remdesivir reportedly shows promising results against COVID-19; trials continue
While this potentially hints at a breakthrough, it is too early to tell until all other parallel studies have concluded.
Hydroxychloroquine online demand surges as researchers blame high-profile endorsements
Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine are just one of the many drugs that have been promoted by doctors around the world.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit sends message of hope to Norwegians amid virus pandemic
Mette-Marit, who is herself in the high-risk group for coronavirus due to her chronic lung disease, has been carrying out royal duties from her home office.
High resolution images of novel coronavirus explain process of 'viral shedding'
NIH says the images show how the "devastatingly effective" novel coronavirus is.
Reporter ditches trousers for work from home segment; goes on-air in shorts
Reeve took the posts about his wardrobe gaffe in a positive spirit, and joked on Twitter: "Man, the more I look at this, the more thigh I see. Yikes."
Jacinda Ardern talks to Queen Elizabeth after declaring New Zealand free of coronavirus
The New Zealand Prime took to Instagram on Tuesday to update her followers about a recent conversation she held with Queen Elizabeth and called it a "treat."