GENEVA (Reuters) – Nearly 30% of genome sequencing data from samples of the COVID-19 virus collected by the World Health Organization (WHO) have shown signs of mutation, but there is no evidence that this has led to a more serious illness. The WHO official said Friday. “I think it is …
Read More »Brazil will pass 1.5 million cases of coronavirus, cities will reopen anyway
SAO PAULO (Reuters) – Brazil was due to top 1.5 million confirmed coronavirus cases on Friday as the virus continues to plague Latin America’s largest country, even as cities reopen bars, restaurants and gyms, raising fears that infections continue to increase. Workers handle a coffin in the warehouse of the …
Read More »British Prime Minister’s father defends his trip to Greece despite COVID-19 notice
LONDON (Reuters) – British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s father defended his decision to fly to Greece on Saturday, although at the time the government’s advice was for UK citizens to avoid all essential international travel. FILE PHOTO: Stanley Johnson, father of Boris Johnson, arrives at a marriage event with Conservative …
Read More »Health Department struggling to keep up with contact tracking
COLUMBIA: As central Missouri experiences an increase in coronavirus cases, the Department of Health is struggling to keep up with contact tracking. The county reported 39 cases Thursday, the highest number in a single day during the entire pandemic. On Tuesday, the state of Missouri exceeded 1,000 deaths. “Our contact …
Read More »Trump signs the extension of the COVID aid fund for companies
President Donald Trump has enacted a temporary extension of a subsidy program for small businesses hit by the coronavirus. Legislation extends the June 30 deadline to apply for the program until August 8. July 4, 2020, 3:24 PM 1 min read Share on FacebookShare on TwitterEmail this article WASHINGTON – …
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