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China reports first human case of rare bird flu; could it spread like COVID?
The 41-year-old patient developed fever symptoms on April 28
Pandemic hits 'critical point' as Europe deaths top one million
The coronavirus has already killed more than 2.9 million people and infected nearly 136 million across the world.
Chile, Bolivia, close borders, Peru locks down in Covid battle
South America has been hard hit by a new pandemic wave with Brazil at its epicenter.
Inside Italy's COVID-free islands: What it's like living without coronavirus infection fears
The small volcanic atoll is actually not on the radar of frequent travelers, which is perhaps the main reason why it remained COVID-free until now.
Uber posts big loss as pandemic clobbers ridesharing, despite delivery offset
Revenue in the quarter was $3.2 billion, a 16-percent decrease from the same period a year earlier.
Disney shuts down 'Ice Age' creators Blue Sky Studios amid pandemic woes
Blue Sky will continue its operations only until April and when the time comes, around 450 employees will be affected by the shutdown.
Fear of needles: COVID-19 rollout issue that needs to be addressed
A medical student narrated how she would feel clammy all over, experience cold sweats, and eventually pass out due to "needle phobia."
U.S. Supreme Court requires in-person visit to obtain abortion pill
Six justices voted in favour of reinstating the strict rule of in-person visits to obtain abortion pills.
France plans mass duck slaughter as bird flu hits foie gras
Besides France and Belgium, the Netherlands, Sweden, Britain and Ireland have also reported bird flu outbreaks since the winter began.
Hospitals seeing more children with depression and suicidal thoughts
Many kids who were diagnosed with mental health issues lost the support they received from schools during the pandemic.
'Scariest' McDonald's no more: Infamous NYC restaurant closes, succumbs to pandemic
Many local residents were caught by surprise when NYC's "scariest" McDonald's restaurant, which they thought would survive, ceased operations.
World ushers in New Year in shadow of pandemic
After a grinding year that has seen at least 1.7 million people die from Covid-19, fresh waves of infection have sparked renewed lockdowns.
COVID-19: Nose picking proves more dangerous than merely being a bad habit
Nose picking can create tiny cuts in the nasal cavity and bring contact into the capillary bed, which can become the conduit for viral particle infection.
Baby boom in 2021, an offshoot of coronavirus pandemic
A number of doctors in New York say that many women started to resume fertility treatments that were put on hold at the start of the pandemic.
Winter heating may pose a danger to life and limb; learn how to keep your family safe
Heating sources can become electrical hazards as well as fire dangers, and becoming aware of such risks can keep the family safe.
95 Apple Stores stop operations despite peak holiday season
With the closure of the physical stores, many moved to adopt the Express storefront service to be able to cater to customers.
Zoom temporarily lifts 40-minute video call limit during the holidays
The company said free users won't have to shell out for the video calls during certain time frames and can chat for long hours with their loved ones
Coronavirus silver lining? Alcohol consumption among college students drastically drops during pandemic
Many returned to live with their parents and the researchers noted that this could be a protective measure against heavy drinking during emerging adulthood.
Scarves should not be used in place of face masks, health officials warn
If cloth masks are to be used, they must be non-valved multilayer cloth masks, in order to prevent the transmission of coronavirus.
EasyJet to start charging for overhead luggage lockers by February 10
EasyJet said customers who don't buy higher priced tickets will be restricted to stuffing a small carry-on bag under their seat.
WHO wants you to exercise; agency releases new physical activity guidelines
Adults must engage in 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity every week, or 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercises.
Anxiety among young people increased sharply during coronavirus lockdown
Those who already had pre-existing mental health conditions, living alone, and self-isolating also showed higher anxiety levels.
Moderna Vaccine: New vaccine breakthrough lifts global hope against pandemic
Concerns of a resurgence also remain in parts of the world that have largely brought their caseloads under control.
Coronavirus latest: Mexico surpasses 1 million Covid cases
The death toll meanwhile reached 98,259, including 635 registered over the past day.
'Grey's Anatomy' season 17 episode 3 spoilers: Effects of Covid-19 pandemic unfold
'Grey's Anatomy' season 17 follows stories inspired real-life stories of doctors fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus effects: Patients exhibit mental health issues post COVID-19
More than a century has passed from the time the world dealt with the influenza pandemic, which also resulted in an increased rate of psychiatric issues.
Online dating scam: Police issue warning on fraudsters preying on lonely online daters
Since June thru August of this year, authorities reported up to 600 incidents called in every month through their hotline
Woman works overtime to honour Covid-19 victims; 'the story behind numbers'
Jessica Murray feels heartbroken at the thought that there are so many people who have died of COVID-19, and who were being remembered as a mere "number."
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.
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.