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[ad_1] ZURICH (Reuters) – AstraZeneca’s pause of an experimental coronavirus vaccine after a participant’s illness is a “wake-up call” but should not discourage researchers, the World Organization’s chief scientist said on Thursday. Health (WHO). In this illustration, taken on September 9, 2020, a test tube labeled with the vaccine is …

[ad_1] GENEVA – Six months after a pandemic was declared, the WHO chief said Thursday that the lack of solidarity and leadership among world powers is “what worries me most” in the fight against COVID-19. The director general of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, said that the new …

[ad_1] Image copyright EPA US President Donald Trump has defended his decision to downplay Covid-19 risks, saying his responses to journalist Bob Woodward were “adequate.” Woodward, known for his reporting on the Watergate scandal, interviewed Trump 18 times from December to July. Trump said in February that he downplayed the …

[ad_1] MANILA, Philippines – Russia has proposed manufacturing its vaccine for the new coronavirus in the Philippines, a move that is seen as opening a center in Southeast Asia for the production of its COVID-19 drug. The plan is part of a bilateral agreement proposed by Russia to the Philippines, …

[ad_1] The situation surrounding Houston Rockets forward Danuel House Jr. is complicated. The Rockets role player reportedly brought a COVID-19 testing officer to his hotel room in the NBA bubble in Orlando, Florida. Now, as Game 4 between the Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers quickly approaches, it appears that more …

[ad_1] PHYSICAL distancing will be strictly enforced at island and beach destinations, under the “new normal” health and safety guidelines issued Monday by the Department of Tourism (DOT). According to Circular Memorandum (MC) 2020-007 signed by Secretary of Tourism Bernadette Romulo Puyat, a copy of which was obtained by BusinessMirror, …

[ad_1] After the controversy surrounding the once successful Global FC, a void remained in Philippine soccer in the wake of the club’s collapse. From the ashes emerged Maharlika FC, a new club built on what is essentially a love of the game, seeking to fill the void left behind. Founded …

[ad_1] If you’re a Lakers fan, you’ve most likely heard the following line, particularly after another regular-season play from Rajon Rondo: “Just wait for the playoffs and ‘playoff Rondo.’ Well, the wait is over. After a good Game 2, “Playoff Rondo” delivered a masterclass performance in Game 3 against the …

[ad_1] The Department of Tourism (DOT) 7 has published the new normal health and safety guidelines for island and beach destinations under modified general community quarantine (MGCQ). Pre-booking will now be required for guests who intend to stay at least one night on the island or on the beach. Walk-ins …

[ad_1] As World Suicide Prevention Day was celebrated on September 10, the Department of Health (DOH) reminded the public that taking care of mental health is crucial to better cope with uncertainties amid the Covid-19 pandemic. “The importance of mental health initiatives is as crucial as those of the Covid-19 …