This week, it's anticipated that the Food and Drug Administration would approve new COVID-19 booster shots without the results from a trial demonstrating whether the shots were secure and effective in humans, which is a crucial component of its typical decision-making process.

New COVID-19 boosters set to launch before human testing is complete

The renowned biotechnology company Moderna said on Friday (August 26) that it is suing rival vaccine makers Pfizer and BioNTech. The American pharmaceutical company alleged that Pfizer and BioNTech infringed "patents central to (its) mRNA technology platform".

Moderna sues Pfizer and BioNTech for COVID-19 vaccine patent infringement

The US said on Thursday (August 26) that it will suspend 26 flights to China, operated by Chinese carriers. The measure has been taken in response to China's decision to suspend some US carriers over COVID-19 cases.

US suspends 26 Chinese flights in tit-for-tat move over Covid cases action

China's women's national volleyball team have made heads turn after they were spotted wearing N95 masks during their face-off versus Iran at the Asian Cup in the Philippines, on Thursday (August 25).

China's women volleyballers don N95 masks during Iran tie, severely criticised on Chinese social media

Just two weeks after North Korea declared its victory over COVID-19 and lifted the majority of its restrictions, the country reported four new fever instances on Thursday, stating that they were suspected of being part of the 'malignant pandemic', the state media reported.

North Korea reports four 'fever' cases after declaring victory over Covid, blames South Korea

As the academic year started in the Philippines, millions of students returned to school with many taking their seats in classrooms for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic hit.

Many walk into school for first time in Philippines since COVID outbreak

Team India will enter the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition as favourites. Given their red-hot form, India will be eyeing the title in the upcoming tournament which will be held in the UAE, where the last year's T20 World Cup was held.

Sanjay Bangar points out 'small challenges' infront of Rohit Sharma ahead of Team India's Asia Cup campaign

Moderna has come up with a COVID-19 vaccine booster dose tailored specifically for the BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants of Omicron and the company is currently waiting for authorisation from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States.

Moderna seeks FDA approval for booster shot aimed at Omicron BA.4, BA.5

China has decided to issue visas for Indian students after keeping them away for more than two years due to the country’s tough COVID-19 restrictions. According to official data, around 23,000 Indian students will be returning to China for the first time since the pandemic started in order to resume their studies.

China relaxes visa ban on Indian students after over two years

80 users in 45 minutes – A Chinese company announced on Monday that they have developed a robot which can complete Covid tests at an unbelievable speed. The Chinese company BioTeke claimed that the robot is capable of operating faster than conventional methods and according to a report on South China Morning Post, the robot can study 320 samples at the same time.

New COVID-19 testing robot can produce results in just 45 minutes

Japan is considering doing away with the COVID-19 tests that visitors must take before entering the country, according to local media. One of the last nations still using border controls to combat the virus is Japan, where entrants must provide proof of a negative coronavirus test performed within 72 hours after leaving.

Japan may scrap COVID-19 tests for travellers: Reports

British Airways on Monday announced that it will cut back on the number of flights scheduled at London’s busiest airport, Heathrow, over the winter as the aviation industry continues to experience staffing challenges in the face of a surge in demand for travel worldwide.

British Airways to cut 10,000 flights at Heathrow airport, plans to do 290 roundtrips every day this winter

Saddled with an economy that is growing at a snail's pace in the aftermath of a global pandemic, China on Monday slashed its lending rates to resuscitate economic growth.

CPR for the economy? China cuts lending rates to drive credit demand

Anthony Fauci said that he will be stepping down as chief medical advisor to United States President Joe Biden in December. Fauci said that it has been the "honour of a lifetime" to lead the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).

Joe Biden's Covid advisor Anthony Fauci to step down in December

Bollywood actor Shefali Shah, who was recently seen starring in Alia Bhatt's 'Darlings', has confirmed that she has tested positive for COVID-19.Shefali took to her Instagram handle and posted a statement regarding the same.

Actor Shefali Shah tests positive for COVID-19

The United Kingdom has become the first nation to approve a booster dose against COVID-19 that targets both the original virus and mutated Omicron variant.

UK first country to approve booster dose that targets both Omicron & original virus

After months of Covid lockdown, Shanghai on Sunday (August 14), announced that all schools, including kindergartens, and primary and middle schools, will reopen from September 1.

COVID-19: Shanghai to reopen all schools from September 1

Just few weeks before the commencement of the US Open 2022 edition, which will be the last Grand Slam tournament of the year, there is good news for Novak Djokovic and his ardent fans.

US Open: Big boost to Novak Djokovic's participation after USA confirms changes to COVID norms

When Zuo tested positive for Covid-19 while working as a cleaner in one of Shanghai's largest quarantine centres, she hoped it wouldn't be long before she could pick up the mop and start earning again.

China's ex-Covid patients live under 'dark shadow' of stigma

China is dealing with a COVID-19 nightmare, over 80,000 tourists are stranded in Sanya, a town dubbed as China's Hawai. The economy is slowing down due to zero Covid policies and China's youth are facing a bleak job market.

China battles Covid outbreaks in tourism hubs

India has approved Biological E's Corbevax as a precaution dose for the population above 18 years, Union health secretary Rajesh Bhushan said. It can be administered after the completion of six months from the date of administration of the second dose of either Covaxin or Covishield vaccines.

India approves Corbevax as booster dose for adults vaccinated with Covaxin, Covishield

The local government of South China's island province of Hainan scrambles to contain Covid-19 clusters. Parts of Tibet began mass Covid-19 testing on Tuesday, including its Lhasa and Shigatse to fight a rare flare-up.

China: Hainan authorities struggle to contain Covid-19 outbreak

A recent data analysis by New Zealand Herald shows that coronavirus (COVID-19) has become the equal leading cause of death in the country for the first time in July.

New Zealand: Coronavirus is now equal leading cause of death for the first time

The World Health Organisation recently released its weekly assessment of the pandemic released on Wednesday (August 3), according to which the new coronavirus cases fell by 9 per cent globally last week but the deaths remained steady.

COVID-19: WHO’s recent report states new cases fell by 9% globally, deaths remain steady

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