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Disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2

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Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a contagious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The first known case was identified in Wuhan, China in December 2019. The disease has since spread worldwide, leading to an ongoing pandemic.

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EU leaders expected to confirm financial aid for Turkey migrant help at summit The bloc's 27 heads of state and government will meet in Brussels on Thursday to also discuss migration, COVID-19 and relations with Russia. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:19Published 3 hours ago


Three in five UK adults fully vaccinated against Covid-19 Three in five adults in the UK are estimated to have received both doses of a Covid-19 vaccine, Nadhim Zahawi reveals at the Downing Street press conference. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:45Published 3 hours ago

Scorching temperatures across Balkans cause disruption Scorching temperatures across the Balkans caused significant disruptions, as people tired of COVID restrictions finally got a chance to get out of lockdowns and enjoy the summer weather. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 hours ago

How technology is helping airline businesses bounce back from COVID From smart screening helmets that use infrared imaging to carry out thermal checks on passengers to a robot that releases ultraviolet-C light in high traffic zones, Hamad International Airport in Qatar.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 08:00Published 3 hours ago

Vaccines minister appeals for jab uptake Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi has urged people to come forward for both doses of the Covid vaccine, “whatever your age, whatever your background”. He said the UK’s “enthusiasm” for the jab.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:06Published 4 hours ago

Covid-19: The EU plan for the economic recovery Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:39Published 4 hours ago

Nicola Sturgeon: My focus is on tackling Covid-19 Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said her focus is on trying to steer the country through the pandemic, when asked about Michael Gove’s comments on Scottish independence.The UK Cabinet Office.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:43Published 4 hours ago

Coronavirus in numbers: Cases rise by 16,135 The Government said that, as of 9am on Wednesday, there had been a further 16,135 lab-confirmed Covid-19 cases in the UK – the highest reported daily toll since February 6.The Government also said a.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:37Published 5 hours ago

Transport Secretary urges patience over double-jab travel Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has asked people to be “a little bit patient” while the government reviews whether travel restrictions could be eased for those who have received both Covid jabs... Credit: ODN Duration: 01:16Published 7 hours ago

Recent CDC study shows increase in kids hospitalized for COVID-19 Recent CDC study shows increase in kids hospitalized for COVID-19 Credit: ABC Action News Duration: 02:09Published 9 hours ago

COVID-wary Japan gingerly approaches Olympics starting line Japanese public fears influx of 93,000 Olympic visitors could worsen the country’s ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:12Published 9 hours ago

Economic Gap Between Rich and Poor Widened Drastically Amid Pandemic According to 'The Guardian,' the global wealth gap widened amid the Covid pandemic Credit: Cover Video STUDIO Duration: 01:33Published 10 hours ago

What are NFTs? \| Viral dance video on Covid protocols being 'AUCTIONED' \| Oneindia News There are auctions for traditional art, but now, even digital creators can make income by selling their engaging and viral videos as NFTs. France-based couple Mahina Khanum and Avishai Leger Tanger are.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:15Published 10 hours ago

Minister defends UEFA VIP Euros travel talks Media and data minister John Whittingdale has defended the government over talks with UEFA to allow up to 2,500 football VIPs to enter the UK, despite Covid travel restrictions. He said the move will.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:16Published 11 hours ago

Delta Covid-19 variant greatest threat to United States: Anthony Fauci\| Oneindia News As the Delta variant wreaked havoc, driving the deadly second covid-19 wave in India, now US infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci said on Tuesday that the Delta variant of the novel coronavirus.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 01:40Published 11 hours ago

U.S. to miss July 4 COVID-19 vaccination target The White House acknowledged it will not meet President Joe Biden's goal of delivering at least one COVID-19 vaccination dose to 70% of U.S. adults by Independence Day. This report produced by Jillian.. Credit: Reuters - Politics Duration: 02:11Published 22 hours ago

School trips to D.C. return as pandemic eases Groups of students like those from Clarkston Junior High School in Michigan return to Washington D.C. to visit historic sites again, as the pandemic wanes nationwide. This report produced by Freddie.. Credit: Reuters - Politics Duration: 01:41Published 1 day ago

India grapples with the second wave’s mental health impact \| Oneindia News The overwhelming crisis in India has not only affected the mental health of people who have directly contracted COVID-19. Some experts are convinced this wave has triggered a mental health epidemic of.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:25Published 1 day ago

Philippine president: Will jail, inject you in the bu** if you refuse vaccine \| Oneindia News The Philippine President has threatened to order arrest of Filipinos who refuse the Covid-19 vaccination and has also warned that he will ask them to leave the country if they do not co-operate with.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:01Published 1 day ago

Coronavirus in numbers: UK death toll reaches 128,008 The Government said a further 27 people died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19, bringing the UK total to 128,008. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:37Published 1 day ago

Vaccine in numbers: A further 21,080 get their first jab Data shows that a further 21,080 people have been given their first Covid-19 vaccine and 39,325 have been given their second in the past 24 hours.Figures exclude England, as NHS England had a system.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:39Published 1 day ago

Nicola Sturgeon delays Scotland unlocking First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has delayed the next step in Scotland’s Covid unlocking until July 19th. Report by Buseld. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:27Published 1 day ago

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Machine that can 'sniff out' COVID goes on trial in North East A revolutionary new system which can detect COVID-19 particles in the air is being trialled in the North East. Sky News - Published 4 hours ago
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'A little bit safer every day': COVID vaccine rollout 'has saved 14,000 lives', says minister The UK's vaccine rollout has saved more than 14,000 lives, and prevented 44,500 hospital admissions in England alone, including 2,500 in the past two weeks, according to vaccines minister Nadhim.. Sky News - Published 6 hours ago

Delta variant to account for 90% of new Covid cases in Europe: EU agency IndiaTimes - Published 6 hours ago
Switzerland accelerates reopening, allows large events with 'Covid certificates' IndiaTimes - Published 7 hours ago
UK reports 16,135 new COVID cases and another 19 deaths The UK has reported 16,135 new COVID-19 cases and another 19 coronavirus-related deaths in the latest 24-hour period, according to government data. Sky News - Published 7 hours ago

COVID-19: Know three key characteristics of Delta Plus 'Variant of Concern' India is among the 9 countries where the Delta Plus variant has been detected with US, UK, Portugal, Switzerland, Japan, Poland, Nepal, China, Russia. DNA - Published 9 hours ago
Karnataka reports first two cases of Delta Plus variant of COVID-19 from Bengaluru and Mysuru State health minister K Sudhakar told reporters that one case each of the Delta plus variant was recorded in Bengaluru and Mysuru districts. DNA - Published 10 hours ago
IndiGo offers 10 percent discount to passengers who have taken COVID-19 vaccine The airline said that the exemption will be given on the base fee and this exemption is available only in a limited category. DNA - Published 10 hours ago
Jabs hesitancy and lax approach to lockdown triggers record high COVID deaths in Moscow As Moscow swelters in the warmest temperatures for 120 years, it is also setting dangerous new records in terms of COVID-19 infections - a third wave driven by the Delta variant. Sky News - Published 10 hours ago

British and Irish Lions 2021: Squad could return to Jersey to avoid UK Covid-19 isolation The British and Irish Lions could return to their Jersey training base after their South Africa tour to avoid 10 days of Covid-19 isolation in the UK. BBC Sport - Published 11 hours ago
14-year-old raises money for Covid relief Amid pain and despair of several people during the peak of the 2nd wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, there are inspiring stories, too, pouring in from across the country. One such example is an initiative.. IndiaTimes - Published 13 hours ago
US experts to review heart problems among teens after Covid shots IndiaTimes - Published 14 hours ago	Oxford University explores anti-parasitic drug ivermectin as Covid-19 treatment The University of Oxford said on Wednesday it was testing anti-parasitic drug ivermectin as a possible treatment for Covid-19, as part of a British government-backed study that aims to aid recoveries.. IndiaTimes - Published 16 hours ago
India’s Covid tally tops 3cr, last 1cr in record 50 days India has become the second country in the world after the US to record more than 3 crore Covid-19 cases since the beginning of the pandemic. The country’s caseload went past the sombre milestone on.. IndiaTimes - Published 17 hours ago	Italian PM receives Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine as 2nd dose after AstraZeneca IndiaTimes - Published 17 hours ago
COVID-19: Third wave peak expected around September-October, 2-5 lakh cases per day, finds IIT Kanpur study It is to be noted that the impact of second wave has decreased significantly across the country except in some Northeast states. DNA - Published 18 hours ago	Fears COVID-19 and flu could ruin NHS efforts to deal with backlog of patients COVID-19 and respiratory illnesses could result in a "perfect storm" this winter, ruining plans to deal with the backlog of patients needing NHS care. Sky News - Published 20 hours ago
Euro 2020: Gareth Southgate frustrated by 'bizarre' Covid protocol England manager Gareth Southgate describes the Covid-19 regulations that prevented Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell from playing against the Czech Republic as "bizarre". BBC Sport - Published 22 hours ago	India reports new 'Delta plus' COVID variant of concern India has reported a new "Delta plus" coronavirus variant of concern, officials have said. Sky News - Published 1 day ago
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Nepal decides to resume international, domestic flights with Covid restrictions Domestic flights will be allowed to operate with 50% seat occupancy to help contain the possible spread of Covid-19, while international flights will be operated as per the safety protocol developed.. IndiaTimes - Published 1 day ago	Filipino president threatens to jail people if they don't get COVID jabs Filipino president Rodrigo Duterte has threatened to jail people if they refuse to get vaccinated against coronavirus. Sky News - Published 1 day ago
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Is Covid wave 2 over? Positivity rate below 5% for 15 days, but experts say end still far IndiaTimes - Published 2 days ago	Explained: What is a DNA vaccine As the world collectively battles the Covid-19 pandemic, scientists are now looking towards developing a vaccine which can train the human immune system to ward off the infection, before it even takes.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 days ago
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