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Tech & Trend

CDC launches Microsoft Azure-powered chatbot to help Americans stay safe from Novel Coronavirus

The new chatbot, dubbed Coronavirus Self Checker tool, will ask a set of questions about coronavirus infection related symptoms and come up with associated guidelines

Mar 23, 2020

By Anirban Roy

Society

Teenagers in Virginia cough inside store to film prank video, spark coronavirus fears

Two teenagers were allegedly caught coughing on the produce that was on display at a store in the town while filming the act and posting it on social media

Mar 23, 2020

By Jeevan Biswas

Entertainment

Harvey Weinstein tests positive for coronavirus, in isolation in NY state prison?

The disgraced movie mogul was found guilty on two charges of a criminal sex act and rape in the third-degree, and was sent to the Wende Correctional Facility.

Mar 23, 2020

By Suman Varandani

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Society

No symptoms, but Coronavirus positive: US Senator Rand Paul infected by Covid-19

Paul was the only senator to vote against an $8.3 billion emergency coronavirus package.

Mar 23, 2020

By Suman Varandani

Society

Video: Millions in India clap to thank health workers fighting coronavirus, some take to streets with bells 'to scare away' COVID 19

The country imposed an unprecedented "Janta Curfew" - a shut down starting from 7 am to 9 pm on March 22

Mar 23, 2020

By Johnlee Varghese

Tech & Trend

Apple updates Siri to run a quick screening if you ask 'Hey Siri, do I have coronavirus?'

Apple has updated its digital voice assistant to provide users with a step-by-step questionnaire whenever they ask variations of "Hey Siri, do I have coronavirus?

Mar 23, 2020

By Gani Mohamed Waseem

Politics

US Senate leadership aims to finalize trillion-dollar coronavirus bill

The US Senate is going to the negotiating table to work out a $1 trillion bill aimed to reduce the impact of the pandemic on the economy

Mar 22, 2020

By Reuters

Science

3D architecture of protein key to coronavirus replication decoded, COVID-19 drug development boosted

A crucial protein is involved in the multiplication of the SARS-CoV-2 — the viral main protease, which is also known as 3CLpro or Mpro — that causes COVID-19

Mar 22, 2020

By Jeevan Biswas

Society

Died of coronavirus, US man receives last rites over smartphone

A US man has passed away after receiving his last rites through his phone while being in quarantine for the Covid-19

Mar 22, 2020

By IANS

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Society

Iran accuses US of spreading Coronavirus

Iran's Supreme Leader accused the US of spreading the new coronavirus as the hostility between the countries continue

Mar 22, 2020

By IANS

Football

Former Manchester United player Marouane Fellaini tests positive for coronavirus in China

The Belgian player who joined Shandong Luneng FC club last year reported to be the first known case in Chinese Super League.

Mar 22, 2020

By Bharat Sharma

Society

Who is Shirin Rouhani? Photo of doctor from Iran who passed away while treating COVID-19 patients goes viral

Netizens from Iran have been appreciating Dr Shirin Rouhani from Iran who fought in the frontlines with several other doctors and key workers to rescue the infected people

Mar 22, 2020

By Parvathy Rajagopal

Society

France appeals to workers as Coronavirus claims first doctor

The minister mentioned that the country was counting on the workers to keep essential services running despite the nationwide lockdown

Mar 22, 2020

By Reuters

Society

Singapore confirms 23 new Coronavirus cases taking the tally to 456

The coronavirus outbreak has created a major stir around the world claiming the lives of more than 13,000 people globally

Mar 22, 2020

By IBTimes SG Desk

Sports

IOC wrestles with logistics amid growing opposition to Tokyo 2020 Games

The IOC president insisted the Games will go ahead as planned, mentioned any decision to change an Olympic Games was not a simple matter

Mar 22, 2020

By Reuters

Society

Coronavirus in UK: Experts reveal that social distancing may be needed for most of this year

UK Prime Minister Boris Jophnson called on people to join the national effort and follow social distancing advice

Mar 22, 2020

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

Society

Fake news: Trump announces coronavirus vaccine, Roche Diagnostics thanks US president

Many videos and rumors about a coronavirus vaccine are making the rounds. Here is the truth about news that pharmaceutical company Roche Diagnostics has developed a Covid-19 vaccine

Mar 22, 2020

By Suman Priya Mendonca