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UK Covid update: Govt stands firm on local measures despite virus surge
Cases are doubling every nine days and rising in all age groups and regions, according to the ongoing study by Imperial College London and Ipsos MORI.
Khloe Kardashian reveals COVID-19 diagnosis
Khloe Kardashian suffered headaches, cough, hot and cold flashes, and more.
Gilead Sciences reports almost $900 mn in Q3 remdesivir sales
Gilead reported a 17 percent jump in third-quarter revenues to $6.6 billion.
Covid update: Macron imposes new virus lockdown as French hospitals engulfed
The decision would cost between 50 and 75 billion euros of GDP.
Virus surge and new restrictions batter markets
Shutdowns also dampen demand for oil, which saw prices tumble more than 5 percent.
Christmas for Queen Elizabeth II, royal family won't be the same due to COVID-19
Queen Elizabeth II traditionally invites her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren to her Sandringham home for Christmas celebrations.
Coronavirus update: Merkel eyes 'lockdown light' to tame virus
Merkel said she understood that the coronavirus measures were asking a lot of citizens, and stressed that they would only ever be temporary.
Virus-beating Melbourne enjoys 'big day' reopening
While much of Europe and North America look ahead to a tough winter of restrictions, Melbourne began its party in the early hours of Wednesday.
Pfizer says Covid-19 vaccine still possible in 2020 despite data lag
.Pfizer Chief Executive Albert Bourla said the company expects to file for emergency use authorisation for its Covid-19 vaccine in the third week of November.
Cristiano Ronaldo Covid update: Juventus star may face legal action for breaking quarantine rules
The Portuguese star was with his national team when he tested positive for COVID-19.
Health experts fear another polio outbreak as coronavirus pandemic delays vaccinations
Polio was already defeated once, but if vaccination coverage rates are allowed to fall or get too low, there is a risk of seeing a circulation of the disease.
Australia's virus epicentre records second day with no cases
This news comes as the city's five million residents await a partial lifting of virus restrictions at midnight.
Covid-19 pandemic: Pope to celebrate Christmas without congregation
The virus has killed more than 37,000 people in Italy, but thousands have also turned out in recent days to protest curbs on social activities.
NBA 2019-20 season lost approximately 1.5 billion dollars
The novel coronavirus pandemic has plunged the NBA into a financial crisis.
Coronavirus update: Countries battle surge as WHO warns of 'exponential' case increase
Governments are now struggling to balance new restrictions against the need to revive economies.
NBA 2020-21 season start date: Board of Governors propose Christmas Day opening
The NBA wants to allow international players the opportunity to play in the Olympics.
Cristiano Ronaldo still positive for coronavirus, debuts new shocking hairstyle
The Portuguese star may not be available for the much-awaited reunion with Lionel Messi on Wednesday.
Poland's president tests positive for coronavirus: aide
The 48-year-old Duda is believed to be in good general health.
Ivanka Trump dubbed 'tone-deaf' for talking about guitar lessons amid lockdown
The comment comes just days after a report claimed that some eight million Americans have slipped into poverty due to the lockdown.
What is convalescent plasma? Limited use for Covid-19 detailed in study
With few useful treatments and no cure or vaccine, nations are scrambling to find ways to blunt the severity of the new coronavirus.
Mastercard and Visa accused of cashing in on pandemic with excessive fees
The fees being charged have doubled in the last two years which could force retailers to pass on the extra costs to their consumers.
F1: Racing Point driver Lance Stroll confirms he tested positive for COVID-19, stirs controversy
Stroll missed the Eifel Grand Prix after feeling unwell before qualifying.
Translation tools, air purifiers: Face masks go high-tech
As masks become the norm worldwide, tech companies are rolling out weird and wonderful models to both guard against infection and cash in on a growing trend.
Trump flies to Pennsylvania, Biden sits back
Polls show Biden ahead and with the clock running down, he appears confident.
FC Barcelona board at war with players over salary cut
The club recently started negotiations to reduce the salaries of everyone in their payroll including the first team.
Mask-less EasyJet passenger screams 'everybody dies' while being forced off flight
The woman threw a tantrum and coughed on fellow passengers after being asked to deboard the aircraft for violating the compulsory mask rules.
Start-up medical drone delivery service receives backing from UK Space Agency
Similar to the ones that were introduced before it, the service will transport protective equipment, test kits, and samples to and from hospitals.
Women take COVID-19 more seriously than men, putting them at lesser risk
Females tend to see COVID-19 as a serious health problem compared to men, which is why they are more likely to follow health protocols amid the pandemic.
Europe surges past 250,000 virus deaths as Israel lifts lockdown
Europe's death toll makes it the second-hardest hit region after Latin America and the Caribbean, where fatalities have surpassed 350,000.
Prince Daniel of Sweden has tested negative for COVID-19 after suffering from cold
Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel are scheduled to travel to Södermanland County – the dukedom of their nephew Prince Alexander on Thursday.