covid 19

Many long COVID patients adjust to slim recovery odds as world moves on

Recent scientific studies shed new light on the experience of millions of patients like Gichohi. They suggest the longer someone is sick, the lower their chances of making a full recovery.

Navigating development pathways in the evolving global order

The fundamental principles of a country’s development policy originate from the aspirations of the people through their struggles.

Juventus ordered to pay Ronaldo 9.8 mln euros

The Portuguese, who now plays for Saudi side Al-Nassr, had claimed he was owed around 19.5 million euros ($20.81 million) of outstanding wages by his former club relating to a paycut agreed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID to keep Aussie skipper Marsh 'distanced', but not out of action

After testing positive for COVID-19, Mitchell Marsh will captain Australia from a distance when they take on West Indies in the first of three Twenty20 internationals on Friday, Cricket Australia said on Thursday.

Mastering the art of handwashing: A step-by-step guide for adults and children

In the fast-paced world we live in, one simple but important habit is often overlooked — handwashing. The COVID-19 pandemic taught us that proper hand hygiene is a cornerstone in maintaining good health, preventing the spread of infections, and fostering a clean and vibrant lifestyle.

Djokovic relishing being back in his 'happy place' Australia

The world number one holds no grudges heading into the mixed team event nearly two years after being refused entry to the country over his stance on Covid-19 vaccinations

#Perspective / How effective is online education in the current political situation?

Considering the country’s volatile political situation and the consequent, sporadic school closures, a number of educational institutions have decided to operate online, and obviously, everyone has an opinion.

Long Covid linked to multiple organ changes, research suggests

A third of people hospitalised with Covid-19 have "abnormalities" in multiple organs months after getting infected, a UK study said on Saturday, potentially shedding light on the elusive condition of long Covid

Understanding the difference between dengue, flu, and COVID-19

With the onset of monsoon, torrential rains, and extreme hot weather, it looks like different viral diseases are making their rounds.

February 25, 2023
February 25, 2023

South Asia’s human capital is the resilience it needs

The Covid-19 pandemic pushed an additional 35 million people across South Asia into extreme poverty

February 19, 2023
February 19, 2023

Abyss in Abjection: An artist’s journey through the COVID-19 pandemic

One of the intentions of the exhibition was to bring a global element to the COVID-19 experience through the images from other countries in which Uzan had travelled.

January 17, 2023
January 17, 2023

Djokovic set for eagerly anticipated Australian Open return

Novak Djokovic makes his eagerly anticipated return to the Australian Open on Tuesday and women's world number two Ons Jabeur will also launch her title bid.

January 13, 2023
January 13, 2023

Djokovic 'emotional' after warm welcome at Melbourne Park

Novak Djokovic said he felt "emotional" following a warm reception from fans upon his return to Melbourne Park for a practice match against Nick Kyrgios on Friday.

January 12, 2023
January 12, 2023

Australian Open title can be balm for Djokovic after deportation saga

Novak Djokovic may never forget his deportation from Australia over his refusal to be vaccinated against COVID, but the Serb will hope a record-extending 10th major in Melbourne provides closure to his storied career's most controversial chapter.

January 8, 2023
January 8, 2023

Djokovic taken to limit before winning Adelaide title

Novak Djokovic dug deep to save a match point on the way to a 6-7(8) 7-6(3) 6-4 victory over Sebastian Korda in the Adelaide International 1 final on Sunday ahead of this month's Australian Open.

January 4, 2023
January 4, 2023

2022, the year of COVID recovery, didn’t go as expected

How much did we recover from the ravaging effects of COVID and what remnants of those dark pandemic days still linger on?

December 25, 2022
December 25, 2022

Take Covid booster, wear mask: DGHS

Health officials today urged people to take caution, including taking booster jabs and wearing masks in crowded areas, as the national advisory committee alerted for a potential new variant that already swept China and has been detected in India.

December 20, 2022
December 20, 2022

Fourth Covid-19 shot campaign begins

A special campaign for administering the fourth Covid-19 vaccine dose starts today.

December 15, 2022
December 15, 2022

Administration of 4th Covid dose to start Dec 20

A special campaign for administering fourth Covid vaccine dose will start on December 20.