After a fresh bout of COVID-19 infections reported in China, tens of millions of people have been put under lockdown yet again as authorities try to prevent the spread of the virus across the country. This has sparked fears among people of further restrictions going forward.

China's Xi'an, Shanghai & Macao put under COVID lockdown

In a fresh bout of COVID-19 infections, China is now struggling with local flare ups across the country, this includes cluster cases in Shanghai where new cases have been linked to a building which houses an illegally run Karaoke lounge. The financial hub reported 24 news cases on Tuesday and is testing all residents in 9 of its 16 districts.

Fresh COVID cases across China challenge 'Zero-COVID' policy

The United Nations said on Wednesday that the total number of people suffering from hunger around the world has gone up by 150 million due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Global hunger toll goes up by 150 million amid pandemic and Ukraine crisis

Israel on Tuesday (July 5) approved Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccines for youngest children (those over six months old). The Israeli approval follows the US Food and Drug Administration granting in June emergency authorisation for Moderna's vaccine for children aged six months to five years, and Pfizer's shots for those between six months and four years old Several other countries and territories like Argentina, Bahrain, Chile, China, Cuba, Hong Kong and Venezuela have cleared vaccines for toddlers buut none of these vaccines include mRNA vaccine.

Israel approves Covid-19 shots for youngest children

Over the weekend, China's viral cases continued to rise, with hundreds of illnesses being found in the province of Anhui, where two counties were already under lockdown.

Covid-19: More cases found through mass testing, China coronavirus outbreak grows

United States scientists have developed a new test to identify all current variants of coronavirus (COVID-19) quickly and accurately. The test, named CoVarScan, can detect all current variants of SARS-CoV-2 within hours by finding the signatures of eight hotspots on the deadly virus.

What is CoVarScan? A new COVID-19 test that can detect all variants in hours

Rohit Sharma tested Covid positive ahead of the ongoing India-England fifth and final Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Hence, Jasprit Bumrah is leading the side as the visitors have an overall lead of 257 runs at stumps on Day 3 of the rescheduled series-deciding Test.

Rohit to undergo cardiovascular test to determine his availability for T20I series opener vs ENG: Report

Pakistan’s aviation regulator has made masks mandatory on domestic flights given a gradual rise in the number of COVID-19 cases across the country, it said a statement.

Pakistan orders masks on domestic flights as COVID-19 numbers rise

Horseshoe crabs are vital for the safety of human vaccines because their blood contains a substance that detects a contaminant called endotoxin which is a type of bacterial toxin.

WION Climate Tracker: Horseshoe crab blood key to making covid-19 vaccine

After much hullabaloo, BCCI finally named the captain for Team India ahead of their one-off Test versus England, which gets underway on July 01 (Friday) in Edgbaston.

Ind vs Eng: BCCI announces Jasprit Bumrah as captain, Rishabh Pant named deputy for series decider

Shanghai's Disneyland opened for the first time after 3 month closure. The Disneyland visitors are asked to follow all COVID appropriate norms as they strain through the gates of the amusement park.

Shanghai's Disneyland reopens with COVID measures

Hockey India on Thursday reported that two players and three members of the support staff of the Indian men`s have tested positive for COVID-19. The men's team currently preparing for the Commonwealth Games 2022 at the National Camp at SAI Centre, Bengaluru.

Covid-19 scare in Indian men's hockey camp as two players, three support staff members test positive

Ahead of India's fifth and final Test versus Ben Stokes-led England, the visiting side was dealt with a major blow on Sunday (June 26) when regular captain Rohit Sharma tested positive for Covid-19.

India vs England, 5th Test: Is Rohit Sharma ruled out? Will Jasprit Bumrah lead visitors? Dravid gives updates

China on Tuesday (June 28) has reduced the period of mandatory quarantine for inbound travellers. The country has banked on a strict zero coronavirus (COVID-19) policy throughout the pandemic to minimise the spread of the virus.

Travelling to China? Quarantine time for international travellers slashed - latest updates

Novak Djokovic repeated his hardline refusal to get a Covid-19 vaccination Saturday as he resigned himself to sitting out the season's last Grand Slam at the US Open.

Novak Djokovic remains firm on no vaccine stance despite risk of missing out on US Open 2022

Pfizer and BioNTech said that the updated version of their COVID-19 vaccine has shown a higher immune response against the Omicron variant. According to the statement, which was released on Saturday, the booster shot which was modified specifically to combat the variant has been showing better results.

Pfizer says updated COVID-19 shots boost protection against Omicron

The Austrian government said Thursday it will scrap the country's controversial policy of mandatory vaccination against the coronavirus, just months after it became law.

Austria to scrap mandatory Covid vaccination, just months after making it a law

India is currently experiencing an increase in the number of Covid cases and scientists warned on Friday (June 24) that a rise and fall in the number of instances is a frequent phenomenon when an infectious disease transits from a pandemic to an endemic phase.

COVID-19: Rise and fall in cases is common when entering to endemic phase

Indian Health Minister held a review meeting amid a surge in COVID-19 cases. India's daily positivity rate currently stands at 3.94%. It also reported 17,336 new cases in the last 24 hours.

India sees surge in COVID cases | Health Minister reviews situation in high-level meet

Dubai has launched seven smart applications for residents to book animals for sacrifice. This comes ahead of Eid-al-Adha which falls in July this year. Authorities are trying to avoid waiting period for customers and overcrowding during Covid-19.

Ahead of Eid-al-Adha, people in Dubai can book animals through smart apps

South Africa has lifted the mandatory use of mask-wearing in indoor public spaces, removed restrictions on gatherings and eased rules for travellers at Ports of entry.

South Africa lifts COVID-19 rules on mask-wearing, gatherings, entry

The deadly Covid-19 virus has affected several star athletes since its advent in early 2000. Former Pakistan skipper Zaheer Abbas is the latest to have contracted the infection.

Former Pakistan skipper Zaheer Abbas tests Covid positive, admitted to ICU of private hospital in London

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian Test team is in England for their rescheduled fifth and final Test versus Ben Stokes & Co., which is set to take place in Edgbaston, Birmingham on July 01.

Virat was hit by Covid-19 post Maldives trip, more cases feared in Indian camp ahead of ENG Test: Report

It’s only been a month since North Korea acknowledged having an COVID-19 outbreak, after steadfastly denying any cases for more than two years. But already it may be preparing to declare victory.

'It always wins': North Korea may declare Covid-19 victory

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