Norway's 86-year-old king tests positive for COVID-19 and has mild symptoms Norway’s 86-year-old King Harald V has tested positive for the coronavirus and has mild symptoms The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2023
Rishi Sunak’s old phone number apparently leaked online Reported security breach may lead to questions for PM about messages sought by the Covid inquiry The Guardian - UK · Oct 22, 2023
Rishi Sunak's personal mobile number leaked online RISHI Sunak’s personal mobile number has been leaked and published online, according to reports. The National (Scotland) · Oct 22, 2023
‘We are vital to London and the country’: TfL boss Andy Lord on Ulez, rail funding and HS2 Transport for London’s commissioner has had to focus on cost-cutting since Covid, while fending off attacks on the ultra-low emission zone and wringing new investment out of Whitehall The Guardian - UK · Oct 22, 2023
Canada’s health-care crisis is gendered: How the burden of care falls to women As we enter cold, flu and COVID season, Canada is continuing to experience a health-care crisis. One in six Canadians don’t have a family doctor and less than 50 per cent are able to see a primary care provider on the same or next day. Both the B.C. Nurses Union… The Conversation · Oct 22, 2023
Empty classroom seats reveal ‘long shadow’ of Covid chaos on Britain’s children Former commissioner Anne Longfield’s inquiry testimony exposed how future generations will pay price for government’s poor decisions The Guardian - UK · Oct 22, 2023
Possible pathway for Long COVID pathogenesis uncovered Researchers uncover multi-organ pathway for Long COVID: Reduced serotonin levels linked to memory problems, brain fog & inability to focus. Study finds virus-induced inflammation reduces serotonin through 3 mechanisms. Interventions restoring serotonin levels or vagal activity may help treat Long COVID. The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023
Mosquito-borne illness reaches U.S. soil Climate change and urbanization is spreading dengue and malaria across the U.S. and Europe. Can we brace ourselves? Salon · Oct 21, 2023
A seasonal viral stew is brewing with flu, RSV, COVID and more National data shows COVID-19 levels are moderate. In most of the U.S., levels of other respiratory viruses are low, although RSV is ticking up in some southeastern states. WEKU · Oct 21, 2023
Former Florida lawmaker who sponsored 'Don't Say Gay' sentenced to prison for COVID-19 relief fraud The former Florida lawmaker who sponsored the controversial law critics call “Don’t Say Gay” will serve six-months in federal prison for defrauding a federal coronavirus loan program for small businesses The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023
Owner of California biolab that fueled bio-weapons rumors charged with mislabeling, lacking permits The Chinese owner of an unauthorized California lab that fueled conspiracy theories about COVID-19 and bio-weapons was arrested on charges of manufacturing and distributing misbranded medical tests and making false statements The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023
Husband kills wife then commits suicide in Alappuzha A 73-yr-old man in Alappuzha allegedly killed his wife before taking his own life. The couple, Lissy (65) and Ponnappan, were alone at home when the incident happened. Signs of mental distress due to COVID-19 lockdowns were seen in Ponnappan. Tragic end to a marriage of many years. The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023
After Losing Billions to Scammers, This COVID Aid Program Won't Require All Loans To Be Repaid But that decision seems to violate federal law. Reason · Oct 20, 2023
CAG report on COVID-19 procurements justifies Opposition charges: Satheesan Oppn. Leader Satheesan alleges corruption in Kerala Govt. CAG report confirms Oppn. allegations of PPE kits being purchased at 300% more than actual price. Oppn. raised 6 major allegations of corruption. Govt. misusing power, allowing corruption & refusing to share GST payment details of CM's daughter's firm. The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023
The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023 COVID-19 fatality numbers swell by 25,000 after verification by Revenue Dept. panel Although the State Health Department’s official COVID-19 death toll stands at 40,317, as many as 65,317 families have been paid COVID death compensation by the Directorate of Social Security and Pensions (DSSP), under the Revenue Department, till March this year.
The Guardian - US · Oct 20, 2023 Former Florida Republican lawmaker sent to prison for Covid-19 aid fraud Joe Harding, who sponsored ‘don’t say gay’ law, must serve four months for claiming $150,000 in relief funds
The Conversation · Oct 20, 2023 'We are worn out and no one cares': why ambulance staff in UK and Australia are ready to quit the profession The COVID-19 pandemic may be over, but its scars remain for those on the frontline of the health sector – not least in the ambulance services. And our research conducted separately in the UK and Australia shows things are getting worse across the globe.
The Guardian - US · Oct 20, 2023 ‘Smug’ Jared Kushner praised DeSantis’s Florida during Covid, Cuomo aide says Top aide to then New York governor says Trump’s son-in-law called to stress contrast between two states during pandemic
The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023 KCR’s family has a hand in every scam in Telangana, thunders Smriti Irani at women’s conclave in Medak Smriti Irani urges Telangana to oust "corrupt BRS regime" and vote for BJP to ensure clean govt. She accuses KCR of failing to provide water, funds and employment, and cheating people. PM Modi has provided free COVID-19 vaccine, food grains, built highways, etc. Vote for BJP to get free benefits.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 20, 2023 Can we now treat Covid like a cold and is UK still tracking numbers? How worried should we be about Covid these days, and what should we do if we develop symptoms?
The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023 Kerala JD(S) row | Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan asks Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to expel Minister Kerala opposition Leader VDD Satheesan urges chief minister pinarayi vijayan to expel JD(S) nominee from Cabinet as party aligned with NDA. He alleges CPI(M)-BJP alliance helping former stay in power. CAG report on KMSCL purchases during COVID-19 pandemic proves Oppn. allegations of corruption. Satheesan also wants CM to restrain M.M.…
The Guardian - AU · Oct 20, 2023 Australia’s live music scene ‘decimated’, with 1,300 venues lost since pandemic Apra Amcos boss calls for tax incentives to revive the sector, after report reveals number of venues for small to medium gigs shrank by a third over three years
The National (Scotland) · Oct 19, 2023 Rishi Sunak named 'Dr Death' by government advisers during pandemic, inquiry told Government advisers referred to Rishi Sunak as “Dr Death” during the pandemic, WhatsApp messages shown to the Covid-19 Inquiry have revealed...
Salon · Oct 19, 2023 COVID wastewater data is being distorted One of the last tools for tracking the pandemic is shifting hands. Experts warn it could reduce our surveillance
WEKU · Oct 19, 2023 As winter nears, some parents are still searching for the new pediatric COVID shot In LA and elsewhere, some parents are having trouble finding the new pediatric COVID shot, especially for those under 5. Not all pediatricians or pharmacies have it, even if vaccines.gov says they do.