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Pandemic has not ended as more variants expected, says WHO chief scientist

“We have seen the virus evolve, mutate ... so we know there will be more variants, more variants of concern," she says.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 04:29pm

Germany eyes easing Covid curbs, says infections peaking

“The scientific forecasts show that the high point of the wave is in sight,” Chancellor Olaf Scholz says.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 03:44pm

WATCH: Sweden welcomes end of Covid restrictions

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Published 11 Feb, 2022 02:53pm

Germany to lift some restrictions next week as Covid peak in sight

“The scientific prognoses show us that the peak of the wave is in sight,” says chancellor.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 02:08pm

Novavax says Covid-19 shot 80pc effective in adolescent study

Company says it expects to submit applications to global regulators for the shot's use in adolescents during the first quarter.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 01:00pm

China pledges support for Hong Kong as infections set to hit new record

The central government was “highly concerned” about the safety and health of residents, says spokesperson.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 12:25pm

Pakistan reports nearly 40 more Covid deaths, 3,498 new cases

The national positivity rate has fallen to 6 per cent from 7.1pc yesterday.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 11:35am

Pakistan reports 5,761 recoveries from coronavirus

This has taken the total number of recoveries to 1,365,518.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 11:30am

Pakistan administered record 2.24 million Covid vaccine doses yesterday: Asad Umar

More than two million shots have been administered every day for the last four days, he shares.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 11:10am

Beijing Games organiser reports 11 new Covid-19 cases

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Published 11 Feb, 2022 10:50am

New Zealand Covid protest grows after police draw back

Police describe the hands-off tactics as a “measured approach”, pointing to the presence of children among the crowd.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 09:55am

Australians told to get Covid boosters to be considered fully vaccinated

A person's vaccination status will be considered “overdue” if they have not received a booster within 6 months of second dose.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 08:50am

India to end quarantine requirement for passengers from 82 countries starting Feb 14

The category of "at-risk" countries has also been abolished.

Published 11 Feb, 2022 07:30am

READ: Masks in class — how damaging are they to child development?

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Published 11 Feb, 2022 07:05am

AstraZeneca warns of falling Covid treatment sales after record year

AstraZeneca rapidly developed a successful Covid-19 jab during the pandemic.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 10:46pm

Tunisia lifts Covid-related night curfew

A ban on gatherings and demonstrations has been extended for a further week.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 10:03pm

Japan approves Pfizer Covid-19 oral pills amid surging infections

The approval comes as surging cases among elderly patients are starting to overwhelm hospitals in Tokyo.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 09:13pm

Sindh reports 883 new Covid-19 cases, 4 deaths

Sindh has reported 883 coronavirus cases and four deaths over the past 24 hours, according to the daily situation...

Published 10 Feb, 2022 09:02pm

As case counts fall, WHO chief warns 'Covid isn't finished'

Appeals for more support to fight the pandemic.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 08:12pm

Paris bans Canada-style Covid 'freedom convoys'

Convoys of vehicles from across France are expected to converge on the French capital on Friday.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 06:41pm

UK's Prince Charles tests positive for Covid-19 for a second time

There was no immediate comment on his condition.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 05:41pm

Covax cuts North Korea's Covid vaccine allotment after no deliveries accepted

Published 10 Feb, 2022 04:59pm

Africa Covid cases could be seven times higher than reported: WHO

The World Health Organisation estimates that the number of Covid-19 infections in Africa could be seven times higher...

Updated 10 Feb, 2022 04:53pm

Paris bans Canada-style protests on anti-Covid curbs: police

The force says that people blocking roads will be jailed for up to two years.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 03:00pm

Hong Kong leader 'deeply sorry' for testing queues as Covid surges

Says government is working hard to enhance capacity.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 01:58pm

GSK-Vir therapy retains neutralising activity against Omicron sub-variant, data shows

The monoclonal antibody therapy, sotrovimab, is currently authorised for emergency use in the United States.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 12:35pm

Philippines welcomes back foreign travellers after 2 years

Published 10 Feb, 2022 11:32am

Pakistan reports 3,914 cases as positivity falls to 7.2pc

The total caseload is now 1,474,075 while the death toll has risen to 29,648.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 10:40am

Nearly 5,500 people recover from coronavirus in Pakistan

The number of active cases stands at 84,670 while 1,716 patients are in critical condition.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 10:35am

S. Korea turns to self treatment as Omicron fuels soaring Covid-19 cases

“The previous scheme is no longer realistic in light of our limited resources,” says official.

Published 10 Feb, 2022 09:15am