EU eyes Dec 29 approval for 1st virus vaccine, later than US EU eyes Dec 29 approval for 1st virus vaccine, later than US BERLIN: The European Union drug agency said Tuesday it may need four more weeks to approve its first coronavirus vaccine, even as authorities in the United States and... BERLIN: The European Union drug agency said Tuesday it may need four more weeks to approve its first... Environment 02 Dec, 2020
UK stocks up on vaccines, hopes to start virus shots in days UK stocks up on vaccines, hopes to start virus shots in days LONDON: Britain said Sunday it has secured 2 million more doses of a promising coronavirus vaccine as it gears up to launch within days the country's most ambitious... LONDON: Britain said Sunday it has secured 2 million more doses of a promising coronavirus vaccine as it... Environment 30 Nov, 2020
Malaria death toll to exceed COVID-19's in sub-Saharan Africa: WHO Malaria death toll to exceed COVID-19's in sub-Saharan Africa: WHO LONDON: Deaths from malaria due to disruptions during the coronavirus pandemic to services designed to tackle the mosquito-borne disease will far exceed those killed by... LONDON: Deaths from malaria due to disruptions during the coronavirus pandemic to services designed to... Environment 30 Nov, 2020
Vaccine adherence in public depends on professional source: study Vaccine adherence in public depends on professional source: study KATHMANDU: People have a tendency not to believe in vaccines when they learn about them online or through friends, a research published in a journal - Expert Review of... KATHMANDU: People have a tendency not to believe in vaccines when they learn about them online or through... Environment 26 Nov, 2020
Childhood vaccine linked to less severe COVID-19, cigarette smoke raises risk Childhood vaccine linked to less severe COVID-19, cigarette smoke raises risk The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts... Environment 21 Nov, 2020
Pfizer, BioNTech seek emergency use of COVID-19 shots in US Pfizer, BioNTech seek emergency use of COVID-19 shots in US Pfizer formally asked US regulators Friday to allow emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine, starting the clock on a process that could bring limited first shots as early as... Pfizer formally asked US regulators Friday to allow emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine, starting the... Environment 21 Nov, 2020
COVID-19 reinfection unlikely for at least 6 months, study finds COVID-19 reinfection unlikely for at least 6 months, study finds LONDON: People who've had COVID-19 are highly unlikely to contract it again for at least six months after their first infection, according to a British study of healthcare... LONDON: People who've had COVID-19 are highly unlikely to contract it again for at least six months after... Environment 20 Nov, 2020
Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine deliveries could start 'before Christmas' Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine deliveries could start 'before Christmas' Pfizer Inc and BioNTech could secure emergency U.S. and European authorization for their COVID-19 vaccine next month after final trial results showed it had a 95% success... Pfizer Inc and BioNTech could secure emergency U.S. and European authorization for their COVID-19... Environment 19 Nov, 2020
2nd virus vaccine shows striking success in US tests 2nd virus vaccine shows striking success in US tests A second experimental COVID-19 vaccine — this one from Moderna Inc. — yielded extraordinarily strong early results Monday, another badly needed dose of hope as the... A second experimental COVID-19 vaccine — this one from Moderna Inc. — yielded extraordinarily strong... Environment 17 Nov, 2020
Russia focuses on freeze-dried vaccine doses as transport fix Russia focuses on freeze-dried vaccine doses as transport fix MOSCOW: Russia expects to produce primarily freeze-dried Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine doses by the spring, a top official said, eliminating the need for transport at... MOSCOW: Russia expects to produce primarily freeze-dried Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine doses by the... Environment 16 Nov, 2020
One in five COVID-19 patients develop mental illness within 90 days - study One in five COVID-19 patients develop mental illness within 90 days - study LONDON: Many COVID-19 survivors are likely to be at greater risk of developing mental illness, psychiatrists said on Monday, after a large study found 20% of those infected... LONDON: Many COVID-19 survivors are likely to be at greater risk of developing mental illness,... Environment 10 Nov, 2020
Pfizer vaccine trial success signals breakthrough in pandemic battle Pfizer vaccine trial success signals breakthrough in pandemic battle Pfizer Inc's PFE.N experimental COVID-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective based on initial trial results, the drugmaker said on Monday, a major victory in the war... Pfizer Inc's PFE.N experimental COVID-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective based on initial trial... Environment 10 Nov, 2020
UN says needs $655 million to avert new measles and polio epidemics UN says needs $655 million to avert new measles and polio epidemics LONDON: Severe disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic to immunisation campaigns against measles and polio are putting millions of vulnerable children at risk... LONDON: Severe disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic to immunisation campaigns against... Environment 07 Nov, 2020
Common cold antibodies hold clues to COVID-19 behaviour; lung scans speed COVID-19 diagnosis in stroke patients Common cold antibodies hold clues to COVID-19 behaviour; lung scans speed COVID-19... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts... Environment 07 Nov, 2020
AstraZeneca's drugs pipeline progresses as COVID vaccine data awaited AstraZeneca's drugs pipeline progresses as COVID vaccine data awaited AstraZeneca, the British drugmaker working on one of the world’s leading COVID-19 vaccine hopefuls, reported progress in its pipeline of other medicines on Thursday as it... AstraZeneca, the British drugmaker working on one of the world’s leading COVID-19 vaccine hopefuls,... Environment 05 Nov, 2020
South African firm and Johnson & Johnson strike vaccine deal South African firm and Johnson & Johnson strike vaccine deal JOHANNESBURG: South African pharmaceutical firm Aspen Pharmacare has announced a deal with U.S. firm Johnson & Johnson to manufacture its COVID-19 vaccine candidate, if it... JOHANNESBURG: South African pharmaceutical firm Aspen Pharmacare has announced a deal with U.S. firm... Environment 03 Nov, 2020
UK to infect healthy volunteers in vaccine research trial UK to infect healthy volunteers in vaccine research trial LONDON: Danica Marcos wants to be infected with COVID-19. While other people are wearing masks and staying home to avoid the disease, the 22-year-old Londoner has... LONDON: Danica Marcos wants to be infected with COVID-19. While other people are wearing masks and... Environment 21 Oct, 2020
New study shows mouthwash may inactivate Covid-19 New study shows mouthwash may inactivate Covid-19 KATHMANDU: Gargling with mouthwashes can lower the risk of Covid-19 transmission by reducing the viral particles in the mouth and throat, according to a study published in... KATHMANDU: Gargling with mouthwashes can lower the risk of Covid-19 transmission by reducing the viral... Environment 20 Oct, 2020
2nd COVID-19 vaccine trial paused over unexplained illness 2nd COVID-19 vaccine trial paused over unexplained illness NEW BRUNSWICK: A late-stage study of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine candidate has been paused while the company investigates whether a study participant’s... NEW BRUNSWICK: A late-stage study of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine candidate has been paused... Environment 13 Oct, 2020
WHO: 10% of world's people may have been infected with virus WHO: 10% of world's people may have been infected with virus GENEVA: The head of emergencies at the World Health Organization said Monday the agency's “best estimates” indicate roughly 1 in 10 people worldwide may have been... GENEVA: The head of emergencies at the World Health Organization said Monday the agency's “best... Environment 06 Oct, 2020
Environment Cloudy skies, rain and storms likely across country this afternoon and evening With much of the day already underway, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather conditions for the remaining hours, with rain, thunderstorms and windstorms likely in several parts of the country.
Nepal BP Highway obstructed; vehicles put on hold The BP Highway has been obstructed since this morning following the rise in water level in the Kavrepalanchowk Roshi region due to incessant rain.
Kathmandu Eid al-Fitr enriches sense of mutual harmony and unity: PM Karki Prime Minister Sushila Karki wished that may the festival of Eid al-Fitr contribute to the country's prosperity and stability by enriching mutual respect, harmony and collaboration.
Nepal Traffic halted on Narayangadh–Butwal section due to slippery road Vehicular movement along the Narayangadh–Butwal road section has been disrupted after rainfall turned parts of the highway muddy and slippery.
Nepal Eid-ul-Fitr being celebrated nationwide with joy, festivity The Muslim community across Nepal is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today with prayers, greetings and festive gatherings, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Business Storm damages bananas worth over 40 million in Chitwan A powerful storm that struck Chitwan on March 16 has caused damage to banana crops worth over Rs 40 million, officials said.
Nepal PM Karki visits Janaki Temple Prime Minister Sushila Karki today visited and performed worship at the famous religious site Janaki Temple in Janakpurdham.
Environment NDRRMA urges caution as heavy rain, snowfall and storms forecast The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has urged the public to remain on high alert as heavy rainfall, snowfall and strong winds are forecast in various parts of the country over the next few days.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 7,800 per tola in a day The price of gold in the domestic market fell sharply by Rs 7,800 per tola on Friday, dropping below the Rs 300,000 mark after a prolonged period.
