Health & Science

Wednesday, September 23rd 2020 - 06:29 UTC
In a dramatic speech, PM Johnson calls for more action to combat second wave of Covid-19

Prime Minister Boris Johnson told the British people on Tuesday to work from home where possible and ordered restaurants and bars to close early to tackle a fast-spreading second wave of COVID-19, with new restrictions lasting probably six months.
Tuesday, September 22nd 2020 - 08:51 UTC
Latin American countries plan to join WHO's virus vaccine COVAX; ask for more time to sign

Brazil and Argentina, Latin American nations seeking more time to commit to the global COVID-19 vaccine facility known as COVAX, said they intend to so as soon as possible after missing Friday’s deadline.
Tuesday, September 22nd 2020 - 08:27 UTC
Mexico confirms 700,000 coronavirus cases, but admits true figures are higher

Mexico’s confirmed coronavirus caseload rose past 700,000 on Monday, according to updated data from the health ministry officials, along with a reported death toll of 73,697.
Tuesday, September 22nd 2020 - 08:16 UTC
Cyanobacteria neurotoxins killed more than 300 elephants in Botswana

Toxins in water produced by cyanobacteria killed more than 300 elephants in Botswana this year, officials said on Monday, announcing the result of an investigation into the deaths which had baffled and alarmed conservationists.
Tuesday, September 22nd 2020 - 08:00 UTC
Covid-19 contagion leads to the appointment of a Magallanes Region new governor

The Chilean government appointed Jennifer Rojas as new governor of the Magallanes and Antarctic Region, following the ousting of Jose Fernandez, who had been in the post since February 2019.
Tuesday, September 22nd 2020 - 07:48 UTC
Cruise giants team up and present a scientific report on control of the pandemic on ships; CDC decision this week

A panel of leading scientists and medical experts convened by two of the world's biggest cruise companies -- Royal Caribbean Group and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings -- has concluded that the public health risk associated with the pandemic can be controlled on a ship.
Monday, September 21st 2020 - 09:40 UTC
Chile announces protocol to vote in October's referendum: “no greater risk than going to the supermarket”

Chilean citizens planning to vote in a referendum on a new constitution next month will be at no greater risk of contracting coronavirus at the ballot box than they would be going to the supermarket, the head of the country’s electoral service said on Monday.
Monday, September 21st 2020 - 09:29 UTC
UN marks 75th anniversary with video conferences, because of Covid-19

The United Nations will mark its 75th anniversary on Monday, celebrating the mantra that “multilateralism is not an option but a necessity”, even as COVID-19 underscores the fragility of international cooperation.
Monday, September 21st 2020 - 09:17 UTC
Florida Senators sponsor bill to resume cruise lines and ports operations

Florida State lawmakers have teamed up to introduce a bill that would allow cruise lines and ports to resume operations.
Monday, September 21st 2020 - 08:50 UTC
People in England breaking self-isolation rules face fines of up to £10,000

People in England who break new rules requiring them to self-isolate if they have been in contact with someone infected with Covid-19 will face a fine of up to £10,000, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced.