Rising COVID-19 Cases Push Taiwan Region to Level-Three Alert
Taiwan region elevates to level-three COVID-19 alert amid a sixth consecutive day of rising cases, leading to school closures and take-away only restaurants.
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COVID-19 Sparks Surge in Medical School Applications Globally
The COVID-19 pandemic elevated healthcare workers to hero status, inspiring a significant increase in medical and public health school applications worldwide.
India’s COVID-19 Variant B.1.617 Spreads to 49 Countries, WHO Warns
India’s COVID-19 variant B.1.617 has spread to 49 countries, leading to increased hospitalizations and deaths. The WHO has classified it as a variant of concern.
Venezuela Takes First Steps to Revive Tourism Post-COVID-19
Venezuela is making cautious moves to revive its tourism sector after the COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted the industry. Efforts in La Colonia Tovar signal the beginning of economic recovery.
India’s COVID-19 Crisis: Experts Suggest Official Cases May Be Underreported
Health experts argue that India’s official COVID-19 case count of over 18.7 million may be underestimated, leading to shortages in vaccines and oxygen as hospitals reach capacity.
Rio’s Frontline Heroes: Police Battle COVID-19 Amid Overwhelmed Hospitals
Rio de Janeiro’s police launch a massive effort to enforce COVID-19 measures as hospitals face overwhelming strain from the pandemic.
Tokyo Faces COVID-19 Concerns 100 Days Ahead of Olympics
With 100 days left until the Tokyo Olympics, COVID-19 concerns among residents and organizers raise questions about the safety of hosting the global event during the pandemic.
Lucha Libre Champions Lead COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts for Seniors in Mexico City
Lucha libre wrestlers in Mexico City are stepping into the ring to help elderly residents register and receive their COVID-19 vaccines, blending entertainment with community service.
Global Schools Reopen as Teachers Vaccinate, Kids Await Immunization
As teachers and school staff get vaccinated, children return to classrooms worldwide. However, widespread COVID-19 immunization for kids may take time.
IMF Chief Flags ‘Dangerous Divergence’ in Global COVID Recovery
IMF Managing Director warns of a ‘dangerous divergence’ in the global economic recovery from COVID-19 during a debate with the U.S. Federal Reserve Chair at the Spring Meetings.