COVID-19: One Year On, Pandemic’s Impact Still Felt Globally
A year after COVID-19, the pandemic remains a global concern with over 114 million cases and 2.5 million deaths, despite ongoing vaccine efforts.
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Mystery in Virginia: Fort Detrick Lab Closure Amid 2019 Illness Outbreak
Exploring the mysterious respiratory outbreak in Virginia’s Greenspring Community and the subsequent closure of the nearby Fort Detrick lab, sparking COVID-19 origin speculations.
Kenya Faces Spike in Teen Pregnancies Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant rise in teenage pregnancies in Kenya, exacerbated by school closures and economic hardships.
Willie’s Story: A Californian Gunsmith Promoting Safe Firearm Use Amid US Gun Violence
In 2020, the US saw 43,519 gun violence deaths. Willie, a 70-year-old gunsmith in California, shares his daily life and advocates for safe firearm use among the younger generation.
Filmmaker James Austen on Police Violence and Unprecedented Protests
Filmmaker James Austen shares his perspective on the normalization of police killings of Black men and the unprecedented protests following George Floyd’s death.
Syrian Entrepreneur Bassey Builds Bridges in Yiwu, China
Syrian entrepreneur Bassey relocates to Yiwu, China, to rebuild his homeland through his building materials business while bridging connections between Syria and his new home.
Cuba and Iran Advance Joint COVID-19 Vaccine Towards April Distribution
Cuban and Iranian scientists collaborate to advance their COVID-19 vaccine to a critical phase, aiming for distribution by April.
Revolutionizing COVID-19 Testing: Vending Machine Convenience
Discover how COVID-19 test vending machines are making testing as easy as grabbing a can of Coke, enhancing accessibility and convenience.
Venezuela Launches COVID-19 Vaccination Drive with Sputnik V
Venezuela has launched its COVID-19 vaccination program, prioritizing frontline workers and public servants with the Sputnik V vaccine. However, most Venezuelans will need to wait for their turn.
British Vlogger Satirizes Western Media Bias on Chinese Mainland
British vlogger Jason, based in Guizhou Province, creatively satirizes Western media’s bias towards the Chinese mainland using dark filters and background music.