Covid-19: World leaders call for international pandemic treaty
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has joined more than 20 world leaders in calling for a new global settlement to help the world prepare for future pandemics.
Biden, CDC director warn of virus rebound if nation lets up
President Joe Biden and a top health official warned that too many Americans are declaring virus victory too quickly, appealing for mask requirements and other restrictions to be maintained or restored to stave off a “fourth surge” of COVID-19. The head of the CDC said she had a feeling of “impending doom” if people keep easing off.
WHO report says animals likely source of COVID-19
A joint WHO-China study on the origins of COVID-19 says that transmission of the virus from bats to humans through another animal is the most likely scenario and that a lab leak is “extremely unlikely,” according to a draft copy obtained by The Associated Press. The findings were large as expected and left many questions unanswered. The team proposed further research in every area except the lab leak hypothesis.
India reports 62,714 new COVID-19 cases, 312 deaths in last 24 hours
India reported 62,714 new COVID-19 cases, 28,739 discharges and 312 deaths in the last 24 hours, as per the Union Health Ministry on Sunday.
Nepali workers can return for second stint in Korea
The foreign workers including Nepalis working under the Employment Permit System (EPS) will be allowed to come to Korea for the second time as committed workers even if they change the company that they work. A law in relation to this provision was passed on Wednesday, said chairperson of Migrant Workers Union Udaya Rai.
At least 50 protesters killed in Myanmar on 'day of shame for armed forces'
Myanmar’s security forces shot and killed at least 50 protesters on Saturday, news reports and witnesses said, a brutal crackdown on dissent that came as the leader of the ruling junta said the military will protect the people and strive for democracy.
India batting great Sachin Tendulkar contracts COVID-19 as new cases surge
India batting great Sachin Tendulkar said on Saturday he has contracted the novel coronavirus and has mild symptoms as infections continued to surge in the world’s second-most populated country.
Biden leaves door open for Senate changes to advance agenda
President Joe Biden at his first news conference left the door open to backing fundamental changes in Senate procedure to muscle key parts of his agenda like immigration and voting rights past Republican opposition “if there’s complete lockdown and chaos.”
North Korea test-fires ballistic missiles in message to US
North Korea on Thursday test-fired its first ballistic missiles since President Joe Biden took office as it expands its military capabilities and increases pressure on Washington while nuclear negotiations remain stalled.
Organic farming must grow to reach green goals, EU says
The European Commission on Thursday said it would expand financial and policy support to help achieve a goal for a quarter of Europe’s farmland to be organic by 2030.
Grocery store worker narrowly escaped gunman’s notice
An employee of the Colorado supermarket where a gunman killed 10 people watched as the assailant opened fire and narrowly escaped his notice while joining with other bystanders in a desperate scramble to get away.
In Colorado, trauma from mass shootings lingers for generations
“People don’t understand how many of us have been affected multiple times by gun violence,” said Sandy Phillips, whose daughter, Jessica Ghawi, was murdered at “The Dark Knight Rises” showing. “I always say you’re one bullet away.”
Coronavirus: 'Double mutant' Covid variant found in India
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Aamir Khan tests positive for COVID-19, self-quarantines at home
Actor Aamir Khan becomes the latest Bollywood celebrity to test positive for COVID-19. Confirming the latest news, the spokesperson of the actor has revealed that the actor has currently self quarantining himself at his home.
Hawaii gets tourism surge as coronavirus rules loosen up
Hawaii’s “Safe Travels” program reported that about 28,000 people flew into and throughout the islands on Saturday, the highest number of travelers in a single day since the pandemic began, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported Monday.
National Day of Pakistan observed
On the occasion of the National Day of Pakistan, a flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Embassy of Pakistan here today. Ambassador of Pakistan Syed Haider Shah hoisted the national flag of Pakistan.
Colorado marks latest mass tragedy after 10 killed
A shooting at a crowded Colorado supermarket that killed 10 people, including the first police officer to arrive, sent terrorized shoppers and workers scrambling for safety and stunned a state that has grieved several mass killings. A lone suspect was in custody, authorities said.
Germany extends virus lockdown till mid-April as cases rise
Germany has extended its lockdown measures by another month and imposed several new restrictions, including largely shutting down public life over Easter, in an effort to drive down the rate of coronavirus infections.
Europe can achieve herd immunity by July: EU commissioner
Europe could have herd immunity against Covid-19 by July, a European Union commissioner has said, as incoming jabs are expected to speed up the continent's sluggish vaccine rollout.
U.S. senators press Biden to set end date for gas-powered car sales
California’s two U.S. senators are urging President Joe Biden to set a firm date to phase-out gas-powered passenger vehicles as the White House grapples with how to rewrite vehicle emissions rules slashed under President Donald Trump.
