Kudlow: U.S.-China trade deal not falling apart
WASHINGTON – The U.S.-China “Phase 1” trade deal reached in January is not falling apart and the two countries are still working to implement it, the White House’s top economic adviser said on Friday, but President Donald Trump added that … Continue reading Kudlow: U.S.-China trade deal not falling apart
Do Airlines Need to Refund Canceled Tickets ?
Washington – Five U.S. senators have introduced legislation that would require major airlines and ticket sellers to provide consumers with cash refunds for all cancelled tickets during the COVID-19 pandemic. If passed, it would make the airlines legally responsible for … Continue reading Do Airlines Need to Refund Canceled Tickets ?
Brett J. Hart Named President of United Airlines
CHICAGO – United Airlines (NASDAQ: UAL) today announced that effective May 20, 2020, Brett J. Hart, Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer, will be appointed President of United Airlines Holdings, Inc. – a continuation of the company’s leadership succession … Continue reading Brett J. Hart Named President of United Airlines
China rejects ‘lies’ by U.S. over coronavirus
BEIJING – China has issued a lengthy rebuttal of what it said were 24 “preposterous allegations” by some leading U.S. politicians over its handling of the new coronavirus outbreak. The Chinese foreign ministry has dedicated most of its press briefings … Continue reading China rejects ‘lies’ by U.S. over coronavirus
Study: Most COVID-19 Patients produce Antibodies
Washington – There’s been a lot of excitement about the potential of antibody-based blood tests, also known as serology tests, to help contain the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. There’s also an awareness that more research is needed to determine … Continue reading Study: Most COVID-19 Patients produce Antibodies
U.S. panel develops NIH treatment guidelines
Washington – A panel of U.S. physicians, statisticians, and other experts has developed treatment guidelines for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). These guidelines, intended for healthcare providers, are based on published and preliminary data and the clinical expertise of the panelists, … Continue reading U.S. panel develops NIH treatment guidelines
US study: Corona droplets carry further than expected
Ontario – Standing the recommended distance away from people to avoid catching Covid-19 – the disease caused by the new coronavirus – may not be enough to protect you from someone who coughs in your direction. A Canadian study found an … Continue reading US study: Corona droplets carry further than expected
Adenovirus MERS-CoV vaccine protects monkeys
Washington – An investigational vaccine called ChAdOx1 MERS protected two groups of rhesus macaques from disease caused by Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV). MERS-CoV is a relative of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), which causes coronavirus … Continue reading Adenovirus MERS-CoV vaccine protects monkeys
Coronavirus re-emergence will be a threat until 2024
Hong Kong – A further outbreak of the coronavirus coronavirus could occur as late as 2024 and social distancing may have to be extended until 2022 to contain the existing pandemic, a team of Harvard researchers has said. The findings contrasted … Continue reading Coronavirus re-emergence will be a threat until 2024
Health Concerns Higher Among Hispanics and Blacks
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 continues to climb in the United States — the current epicenter of the global pandemic — majorities of Americans are concerned that they may contract the disease and that they may … Continue reading Health Concerns Higher Among Hispanics and Blacks