UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called Wednesday for an "immediate infusion" of $15 billion to a global pool for the procurement and distribution of Covid-19 vaccines.

UN says needs 'immediate infusion' of $15 bn for global vaccine fund

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken more than one million lives across the globe with no concrete medication or vaccine in sight. But we bring good news! As part of an ongoing research, clinical trials conducted across three hospitals have displayed that natural treatment, or as more commonly called “Ayurveda” has shown positive results in easing symptoms of the virus before the allopathic medicines.

India: Ayurvedic trials treating coronavirus show groundbreaking results

Britain’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday was scolded by the speaker of parliament for showing contempt towards lawmakers. The PM was reprimanded for hurrying through COVID-19 restrictions without taking into account all the factors.

UK PM Boris Johnson reprimanded for 'contempt' of parliament

Millions of Americans are facing risk of being evicted from their homes because of on going economic crisis. Several workers in the country are losing their jobs or are being forced to take pay cuts due to COVID-19. Watch the report

Millions of Americans at risk of being evicted from their homes & jobs

The vice-president of India, M Venkaiah Naidu, tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Releasing a statement. The office of the vice-president released a statement, saying Naidu underwent a COVID-19 test in the morning.

Indian Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu tests positive for COVID-19

The World Bank has announced plans for a $12 billion relief initiative to facilitate the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines among poor countries. This initiative could help treat up to 2 billion people across countries that need it the most, and as soon as effective medication to fight the virus shows up.

World Bank announces COVID-19 relief initiative worth $12 billion for low-income countries

While the world races against time to find an effective vaccine against the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which has killed almost 1 million people worldwide, an advocacy group for sharks has warned that the hasty hunt for a vaccine could mean a death sentence for many sharks across the globe.

At least 500,000 sharks could be killed to fast-track a COVID-19 vaccine. Find out why

Authorities in China's capital Beijing have ordered importers to avoid frozen food from countries suffering major coronavirus outbreaks in the wake of imported seafood testing positive for the virus in several incidents.

Beijing orders ban on frozen food from countries with major coronavirus outbreaks

New York City will impose fines on people who refuse to wear a face covering as the rate of positive tests for the novel coronavirus climbed above 3% for the first time in months, Mayor Bill de Blasio said on Tuesday.

New York City to fine people who refuse to wear mask as COVID-19 positive rate rises

A team of researchers from Brazil,US, and UK has conducted a study showing that herd immunity played a significant role in determining the size of theCOVID-19 epidemic in Manaus, Brazil.

Your Story: COVID-19 case surge in in Brazilian city of Manaus despite 'Herd Immunity'

One grief centre in New York is helping children to cope with the loss & trauma caused by the COVID-19 pandemic through art therapy, Watch the report to know more.

WION Dispatch: COVID-19: Art therapy for grieving children

The vice-president of India, M Venkaiah Naidu, on Tuesday tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Releasing a statement, t The office of the vice-president released a statement on Tuesday evening, saying Naidu underwent a Covid-19 test in the morning.

Indian Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu tests positive for coronavirus

One of the main ways to fight the spread of coronavirus is washing hands. But for many families in one of Mexico City's poorest neighbourhoods, this is not an option due to the lack of clean water.

Mexico City is struggling to enforce hand washing amid pandemic. Here's why

The Wuhan virus has killed over 1 million people. It has pushed numerous countries into recession and snatched the livelihoods of people across the world. Who will compensate for all of this? WION's Palki Sharma argues it's time to #MakeChinaPay.

Gravitas: Wuhan Virus Pandemic, Why China must pay for damages

The Wuhan Virus is spreading. The pandemic is far from over. Why? 1. Easing restrictions is exposing more people to the virus 2. No herd immunity 3. No vaccines or effective treatments. WION's Palki Sharma tells you why you shouldn't let your guard down.

Gravitas: Wuhan virus: Why the pandemic is far from over

Researchers have successfully tested "the world's first jet suit paramedic", which could transform how life-savers reach isolated casualty sites. The Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) on Tuesday said it had helped flight-test the 1,050 bhp (brake horsepower) jet suit in the Lake District National Park.

UK air ambulance tests paramedic jet suit

World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced a roll out of 120 million rapid-diagnostic tests to help low- and middle-income countries.

WHO to roll out 120 mn rapid-diagnostic tests for low and middle-income countries

The ICMR's second sero-survey shows that Indian population is still far from achieving herd immunity against coronavirus infection, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said on Sunday while underlining the need for following COVID appropriate behaviour.

Indians far from achieving herd immunity against COVID-19: ICMR second serosurvey report

WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the manufacturers Abbott and SD Biosensor had agreed with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to "make 120 million of these new, highly portable and easy-to-use rapid COVID-19 diagnostic tests available over a period of six months".

WHO: Poorer countries to get 120 million rapid coronavirus tests

Some 120 million rapid diagnostic tests for coronavirus will be made available to low- and middle-income countries at a maximum of $5 per unit, the World Health Organization said on Monday.

Poorer countries to get 120 million $5 coronavirus tests, WHO says

Ten months into the pandemic, the course of life of almost every human being on the planet has changed. One million people have so far died; multiple countries have been pushed into recession; 100 million people are facing the risk of extreme poverty; and there is a threat to global development.

Why China must be punished for its contribution in global spread of coronavirus

Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases said, Antibody-based medications, other blood products from recovered patients and antivirals are being investigated as early treatments.

Coronavirus Pandemic: US investigates antibody-based medications

While COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc across the world, many still continue to downplay the seriousness of the situation. Many say the virus is a just another flu, and that it will go away, echoing the sentiments put forward by US President Donald Trump.

As countries eye reimposition of lockdowns, protesters swarm the streets

Dr. Fauci stresses on early COVID treatments

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