A bizarre, completely decontextualized statue of Sonic the Hedgehog riding a snowboard in the Japanese countryside has been completely restored, by forces just as unknown as those who placed it there in the first place. It’s the kind of chuckle-inducing news development perfectly suited to memes, Japanese pop culture, and …

Remdesivir, the only antiviral drug authorized to treat COVID-19, could soon become much more accessible. On Monday, Gilead Sciences (NASDAQ: VALID) completed a submission of a new medication application (NDA) to the FDA that could lead to full approval of the broad-spectrum antiviral, to be marked as a treatment for …

The Independent employs reporters around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, please consider making a contribution. Donald Trump on Monday lashed out at a Republican senator who criticized the recent executive orders the president says would provide relief to those who are out of work …

Federal money for state and local governments is a major sticking point to resume negotiations on the next coronavirus relief package. The White House and the Congress Democrats are divided on the question of whether states should get more money – and if so, how much. Before talks came together …