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More contagious virus variant accounts for 6% of cases in Germany

Saturday, 6 February 2021, 06:48 Last update: about 7 years ago Associated Press

A more contagious variant of the coronavirus first detected in Britain now accounts for almost 6% of all cases in Germany, officials said Friday. The head of Germany's disease control agency said...

Researchers find 'smallest reptile on earth' in Madagascar

Friday, 5 February 2021, 15:17 Last update: about 7 years ago

Scientists think that they may have discovered the smallest reptile on the planet – a nano-chameleon. Two of the tiny lizards were discovered in a joint German and Madagascan expedition in...

Israel, a global leader in COVID vaccinations, finds limits

Friday, 5 February 2021, 07:41 Last update: about 7 years ago Associated Press

When it comes to fighting the coronavirus, Israel is discovering the limits of vaccines. The country famous for its high-tech prowess and spirit of innovation is home to the world's speediest...

UN envoy: Key military commander backs bid to unify Libya

Friday, 5 February 2021, 06:45 Last update: about 7 years ago Associated Press

The head of the U.N. mission in Libya said Thursday that a top military commander who runs eastern regions has given his backing to efforts to unite the divided country around an interim government...

Wisconsin mother meets baby delivered during Covid-19 coma

Thursday, 4 February 2021, 13:37 Last update: about 7 years ago Associated Press

Nearly three months after Kelsey Townsend gave birth to her fourth child, the 32-year-old Wisconsin woman was finally face to face with her. Lucy, now bright-eyed and alert, flashed her a...

Study finds Covid-19 vaccine may reduce virus transmission

Thursday, 4 February 2021, 07:12 Last update: about 7 years ago Associated Press

AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine shows a hint that it may reduce transmission of the virus and offers strong protection for three months on just a single dose, researchers said Wednesday in an...

Britain to test mixing and matching of COVID-19 vaccines

Thursday, 4 February 2021, 07:10 Last update: about 7 years ago Associated Press

British scientists are starting a study Thursday to find out if it's OK to mix and match COVID-19 vaccines. The vaccines being rolled out now require two doses, and people are supposed to get two...

UK: New study vindicates delaying 2nd virus vaccine dose

Wednesday, 3 February 2021, 12:12 Last update: about 7 years ago Associated Press

Britain’s health chief said Wednesday that a new study suggesting that a single dose of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine provides a high level of protection for 12 weeks supports the...

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