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Lineage Behind Novel Coronavirus May Have Been 'Circulating Unnoticed' in Bats for Decades: Study
The findings, published in the journal Nature Microbiology, suggest that the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, is likely to have evolved from its most closely related bat viruses decades ago.
Indian Boy Among Confirmed Coronavirus Cases in Singapore: Health Ministry
The Ministry of Health (MoH) said Singapore on Tuesday reported 359 new cases of coronavirus, with the majority from the foreigners holding work permits and staying in dormitories.
After Early Hype, Japan's Homegrown Covid-19 Drug Hope Avigan Faces Rocky Future
Shares of Fujifilm hit record highs in early April, fueled by optimism for the drug, but have since lost a quarter of their value, highlighting the risks of b.
'Over 3,400 Casualties': UN Mission in Afghanistan Documents Terror Attacks on Sikhs, Religious Minorities
The Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict mid-year report by the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) said the first half of 2020 witnessed fluctuating levels of violence impacting civilians in Afghanistan, with the United Nations documenting...
Anti-racism demonstrators to protest in Sydney despite ban
Antiracism protesters plan to demonstrate in downtown Sydney on Tuesday despite court rulings that the gathering is illegal due to the pandemic threat.
UN: Libya's Central Bank to undergo much-anticipated audit
The United Nations announced on Monday that Libyan officials are allowing a longsought external audit of the country's Central Bank to go ahead, a breakthrough that could pave the way for an end to a crippling oil blockade.
2nd presidential debate host withdraws amid virus outbreak
The University of Notre Dame has become the second university to withdraw as the host of one of this fall's three scheduled presidential debates amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Lawmaker criticized for honoring Confederate, KKK figure
An Alabama lawmaker is facing sharp criticism, including a call to resign, for participating in a celebration marking the birthday of a Confederate general who was also an early Ku Klux Klan leader.
Sen. Rand Paul's attacker receives longer prison sentence
U.S. Sen. Rand Pauls former neighbor was resentenced Monday to an extra seven months behind bars and six months in home detention for tackling and injuring the Kentucky lawmaker over a lawn care dispute.
US Envoy to South Korea Shaves off Moustache After Debate over Japanese Heritage
The US embassy on Saturday posted a video on Twitter of Harry Harris visiting a classic local barbershop in Seoul to remove his moustache, which he said together with a face mask makes him feel too hot and uncomfortable.
Seahawks reduce roster to 80, release Hunt and Jackson
The Seattle Seahawks released nine players Sunday to reduce their roster to 80 players, including veterans Branden Jackson and Joey Hunt.
Rangers' Kluber lasts 1 inning in 1st start in 15 months
Texas righthander Corey Kluber left his first start in almost 15 months after just one inning Sunday due to shoulder tightness.
Blast in Market of North Syrian Border Town Kills 8: Report
A state agency said the blast was caused by a car bomb while the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said explosion was caused by a motorcycle with explosives.
Corporate Insiders Pocket $1 Billion in Rush for Coronavirus Vaccine
Across pharma and medical industries, senior executives and board members are making millions of dollars after announcing positive developments. Insiders from at least 11 companies — most of them smaller firms whose fortunes often hinge on the success or...
How Coronavirus Molecules 'Camouflage' in Host Cell Decoded, May Lead to Drug Development: Scientists
The researchers from the The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) in the US said by enabling this modification, nsp10 protects the virus from host cell immune response.
