The Latest Breaking News from Covid-19

New Covid Variant 'Stratus' Sweeps 38 Countries: Doctors Warn a Raspy Voice Could Be the First Sign You Have It

The new Stratus Covid variant, now dominant in several regions, is linked to hoarseness as an early symptom. Here's what doctors and data reveal.

International Business Times UK · Jul 9, 2025

New figures reveal the decline in Cumbria tourism since Covid pandemic

Last year, visitor numbers to Cumbria dropped and trips lasted for less time

The Independent UK · Jul 9, 2025

What is the Stratus Covid variant? Cases of the new 'XFG' strain on the rise

A new Covid-19 variant, Stratus, is spreading globally, displaying unique symptoms like a scratchy voice.

Evening Standard · Jul 9, 2025

France’s mortality falls to record low in 2023, dropping below pre-Covid levels

Mortality in France reached a “historically low” level in 2023, researchers looking at public health records have concluded. The trend is linked to the drop in Covid-19 deaths, and a return to trends before the pandemic.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 8, 2025

James McMurdock will not seek Reform UK return after Covid loan questions

MP for South Basildon and East Thurrock says he will remain an independent after surrendering whip last week

The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2025

Suspended Reform MP James McMurdock quits party after Covid loan questions

Mr McMurdock becomes the second Reform MP to part ways with the party since the general election last year

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025

James McMurdock says he will not return to Reform UK after Covid loan questions

The South Basildon and East Thurrock MP said he had ‘decided to continue my parliamentary career as an independent MP’.

Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025

Online therapy as effective as in-person therapy, finds large study

When COVID arrived early in 2020, pandemic restrictions made in-person mental health care difficult or impossible. Both therapists and patients had to adapt almost overnight. For many in the field, it felt like a gamble: could this screen-based format offer the same level of support for people struggling with depression,…

The Conversation · Jul 8, 2025

ISCO Championship 2025 Odds, Predictions And Picks To Win

Find out who the Golf Monthly team are backing at the ISCO Championship, which takes place at Hurstbourne Country Club for the very first time

Golf Monthly · Jul 8, 2025

Teachers, business owners granted COVID vaccine appeal

A group of teachers and small business owners have been granted an appeal to argue that a state's COVID-19 vaccination mandates were unlawful.

AAP · Jul 8, 2025