CA Gov. Gavin Newsom Addresses Federal Coronavirus Response: "We're Not Waiting Around"

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ANI reported. AIIMS Medical Superintendent DK Sharma in a letter today said in accordance with current ICMT's national guidelines, it has been decided to discontinue routine Covid-19 testing prior to inpatient hospitalisations (regular as well as daycare) and also prior to any minor or major surgical or interventional or non-interventional procedures and imaging in clinically asymptomatic patients.AIIMS, Delhi announces to discontinue routine COVID-19 testing prior to inpatient hospitalization and surgeries pic.twitter.com/R0wjcSdaFl

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Phillip Schofield has returned to This Morning after testing positive for coronavirus. The 59-year-old presenter had been forced to skip hosting This Morning and Dancing on Ice and admitted he was "bored out of his brain" while locked away in his home after testing positive for Covid seven days in a row.

Canada’s Meryeta O’Dine won the bronze medal in her Olympic debut at the Beijing Winter Games in women’s snowboard cross Wednesday.

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A review is set to be launched after four children were given Covid vaccine overdoses of more than twice the approved amount.

A Business Proposal has been pushed back by a week.Today (February 9), the show’s production team announced that the premiere of A Business Proposal has been pushed back by a week, attributing the delay to stricter COVID-19 protocols on the show’s set. The show will now premiere on February 28.“We have decided to inevitably postpone the first broadcast of A Business Proposal for a week due to COVID-19 in order to change the filming schedule and secure a safe production environment,” a representative from the show said, per Sports Chosun and translated by Soompi.“The first broadcast date has been changed from February 21 to February 28,” the representative added.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); The EU has urged Sri Lanka to continue reducing the use of the PTA, and to undertake further practical and administrative steps to release on bail those detained under the PTA without charges.The European Union (EU) and the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka held their 24th meeting of the Joint Commission on 8th February 2022 in Brussels.During the meeting, Sri Lanka reiterated its objective to achieve measurable, tangible, and verifiable results on the ground in meeting its commitments.In this context, the EU welcomed the submission by the Government of Sri Lanka of amendments to the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - A juror in the Scott Peterson trial has been offered immunity before testifying at a hearing that could determine whether a new trial is granted, authorities said.Richelle Nice was Juror 7 in the trial that ended with Peterson's conviction for killing his pregnant wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn son. However, Peterson's attorney said Nice was guilty of juror misconduct because she failed to reveal during the jury selection that she had been beaten by a boyfriend while she was pregnant. He said Peterson deserves a new trial.The offer to Nice will come before she testifies at a Feb.

Convicted rapist and murderer Wayne Couzens has been placed in isolation after catching coronavirus in prison with reports suggesting he is "suffering badly".

Train services are set to increase again as ScotRail recovers from staff shortages following a Covid surge over the festive period.

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WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 1: Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) speaks during a news conference after a lunch meeting with Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill February 1, 2022 in Washington, DC. McConnell told reporters he disagrees with fo WASHINGTON - Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell is going against the Republican National Committee calling the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Deputy Director-General of Public Health Services, Dr. Hemanth Herath has slammed the organizing of mass gatherings in the wake of the COVID-19 spread in the island.‘This is not something that needs to be said over again.

Truckers paralysing the Canadian capital in anger at Covid rules show no sign of backing down, as several of the nation's provinces announced it was time to roll back restrictions that count among the world's toughest.

First nasal spray for covid-19 treatment in India: For the treatment of adult patients suffering from Covid-19, pharma company Glenmark has launched Nitric Oxide Nasal Spray (FabiSpray) in India. The nasal spray was launched by the pharma company in partnership with SaNOtize. "Phase 3 trial in India met the key endpoints and demonstrated reduction of viral load of 94 per cent in 24 hours and 99 per cent in 48 hours. Nitric Oxide Nasal Spray (NONS) was safe and well-tolerated in COVID-19 patients. Glenmark to market NONS under the brand name FabiSpray," the company said in a statement.

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ladies tights such as pantyhose on your face could reduce the risk of getting Covid, more so than masks.A major risk identified with commonly worn face masks is that they do not fit tightly enough to block viral particles from being inhaled or exhaled significantly.Cambridge University researchers have tested seven hacks to improve the fit of masks.Their new study outlined DIY hacks people have used to make masks fit better, including using rubber bands or tape.They found the most effective tactic was to wrap pantyhose around the bottom half of the face or on top of a mask.Researchers have said that this could reduce the number of viral particles by up to seven times more than a loose mask on its own by sealing the gaps around the nose and mouth.They raised that the social and physical impact of wearing tights on your face in public was "unlikely to be tolerated for an extended period of time".Tight-fitting medical masks are great at blocking out the virus, but many describe them as uncomfortable.The study raised that the most common surgical or cloth masks are far less resistant to Covid.Cambridge researchers recruited four volunteers to try seven different mask hacks - the study looked at both surgical and KN95 masks.Other methods included tying the ear bands to make the masks fit more tightly or stuffing the gaps with bandages.Participants did seven minutes of various exercises designed to mimic real-world interactions such as talking, smiling, nodding and eating.The researchers measured how well the masks fit by monitoring the filtration efficiency and calculating a 'fit factor' score.Pantyhose and cloth tape were most effective, increasing the fit factor by 27.7 and 14.7.Surgical masks performed better if worn in

Epik High frontman Tablo has tested positive for COVID-19.OURS, Epik High’s management agency, confirmed the news through a press statement released earlier today (February 9).“Tablo experienced minor symptoms on February 3 and underwent PCR testing, and his results came back negative the next day (January 4),” the agency said, as translated by Soompi. “However, he voluntarily got tested again on February 8, and his results came back positive this morning.”The statement also noted that the rest of Epik High and staff members who were recently in contact with Tablo underwent rapid antigen testing following the hip-hop artist’s diagnosis.

New Zealand anti-vaccine mandate protesters faced off with police outside parliament today, as demonstrators camped inside the Wellington legislature's grounds vowed to stay "as long as it takes".

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has announced the province’s public health restrictions will now be lifting, while a blockade of protesters demanding an end to mandates resumes at the U.S.-Canada border crossing near Coutts. Heather Yourex-West looks at the province’s plan, and whether it will be enough to satiate demonstrators.

Director Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker joins Global News’ Linda Olsen to discuss how she is using her experiences growing up Black in Calgary and how that has inspired her art.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau continues to press hard on the importance of COVID-19 vaccines. But Quebec Liberal MP Joël Lightbound is challenging his own government’s strategy, demanding Trudeau to stop driving up divisions and deliver a roadmap to end public health mandates.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Thousands of Sri Lankan health workers are on strike for the third consecutive day, citing several demands.The trade unions demand that the authorities eliminate existing salary disparities in the sector just as they eliminated the teacher and principal salary anomalies.Health workers across Sri Lanka including nurses, and Public Health Inspectors are on strike citing multiple demands.They resorted to the indefinite trade union action from Monday (7).As a result of the strike activities at the Colombo General Hospital, Kandy General Hospital, 24 Teaching Hospitals, 26 General Hospitals, 46 Base Hospitals, 410 District Hospitals, and 293 MOH Officers came to a complete standstill.

PHILADELPHIA - Investigators with the Philadelphia Police Department are searching for two men wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Domino’s Pizza in North Philadelphia. According to police, the robbery took place on Monday around 1:00 a.m. at the location on 2628 N.

China enacted a similar traffic light change after one case was detected in November, only to repeal it amid outcry on social media. 

Winter Olympics since 1998 in Nagano, Japan.She has a decade’s worth of knitted red mittens, purchased every year since their debut as part of the Canadian Olympic uniform in 2010.But this year Reid says she won’t be buying anything, because after the merchandising partnership changed hands from Hudson’s Bay to Lululemon, she considers the prices too steep to justify.“They were a great, affordable way to show Canadian Olympic pride and some of the money goes to support our national team,” Reid says of her iconic mittens.“I looked at the Lululemon site and I was pretty surprised to see the prices. I was OK with The Bay’s mittens going up to $20, but $68 for a pair is too much for me.”Reid isn’t alone.

Shameless alum Emmy Rossum took a break from quarantine for a hand-in-hand stroll with her second husband, Mr. Robot creator Sam Esmail, and their two dogs while wearing disposable gloves in Los Angeles on Wednesday.As of Thursday, there have been 3,528 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles with 66 deaths, and California Governor Gavin Newsom issued a stay-at-home order on March 19 to slow the spread.The 33-year-old Golden Globe nominee and the 42-year-old Emmy nominee began dating in 2013 after he directed her in the alternate universe-hopping rom-com Comet, and they'll celebrate their third wedding anniversary on May 28.

Here are some prettay, prettay, prettay good pandemic tips from America's favorite social curmudgeon.On Tuesday, the office of California Gov. Gavin Newsom posted a video to Twitter featuring Larry David discussing the importance of staying at home amid the COVID-19 outbreak.

Jordana Brewster took a break from quarantine in her Los Angeles home for a sunny stroll on Monday.The Yale University grad - turning 40 this month - wore a b&w-striped sailor shirt, skinny blue jeans, and blue AllBirds trainers.As of Tuesday, there have been 3,019 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles with 54 deaths, and California Governor Gavin Newsom issued a stay-at-home order on March 19 to slow the spread.

“Hello, I’m Larry David,” said the comedy icon in a video posted by California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s @CAgovernor account on Mar. 31. Larry, 72, had a message to all those who aren’t taking the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic seriously: stop being stupid, and turn on your TV! “I basically want to address the idiots out there — you know who you are — you’re going out, I don’t know what you’re doing. You’re socializing too close. It’s not good. You’re hurting old people like me. Well, not me — I have nothing to do with you, and I’ll never see you. But let’s say, other old people, who might be your relatives, who the hell knows!”

In a public service announcement aimed toward California's coronavirus response, Larry David is urging people to stay home to curb the spread of the viral COVID-19 illness. Specifically, he's asking the community to take advantage of the "once in a lifetime" instruction to sit on the couch and watch television.

Curb Your Enthusiasm star Larry David has hit out at “idiots” ignoring social distancing instructions given during the coronavirus outbreak.

LOS ANGELES – A Southern California nursing home has been hit hard by the coronavirus, with more than 50 residents infected — a troubling development amid cautious optimism that cases in the state may peak more slowly than expected.

LOS ANGELES - The COVID-19 pandemic has delayed major Hollywood productions and has shuttered movie theaters for an indeterminate amount of time. This has spurred established entertainers into new ways of funneling their creative energies while stuck at home.Some have made it their mission to spread good news and cheer amid the pandemic. Others have skewered the latest news happenings while sitting by literal fires on their patios. Their approach is unconventional, but these A-listers still deserve an A+ for their COVID-19 entertainment efforts.RELATED: CoronavirusNOW.com, FOX launches national hub for COVID-19 news and updates

The show must go on. After late-night shows went on temporary hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, many of their hosts found ways to improvise with at-home monologues. That trend has now taken off, as a number of shows have returned to broadcast with fully filmed-at-home episodes.

Trevor Noah comes up with all the reasons why “Tiger King” star Joe Exotic could one day be the President of the United States in the latest episode of his “Daily Social Distancing Show”.

Ariel Winter isn’t taking any chances. The Modern Family star made sure to cover up while grabbing groceries during a March 29 break from quarantine, donning an N95 mask and latex gloves before heading into the store. Ariel, 22, was spotted pushing a cart filled to the brim with food at Gelson’s Market in Los Angeles, moving quickly to get back to her car. She was dressed casually during her quick trip out of the house, wearing just a pair of black Ugg boots, cutoffs, and an oversized grey hoodie — maybe boyfriend Luke Benward‘s?

Ariel Winter isn’t taking any chances. The Modern Family star made sure to cover up while grabbing groceries during a March 29 break from quarantine, donning an N95 mask and latex gloves before heading into the store. Ariel, 22, was spotted pushing a cart filled to the brim with food at Gelson’s Market in Los Angeles, moving quickly to get back to her car. She was dressed casually during her quick trip out of the house, wearing just a pair of black Ugg boots, cutoffs, and an oversized grey hoodie — maybe boyfriend Luke Benward‘s?

With cases of coronavirus surging and the death toll surpassing 100, lawmakers are pleading with cooped-up Californians to spend a second weekend at home to slow the spread of infection. Gov.

LOS ANGELES – Santa Anita immediately stopped live racing Friday because of the coronavirus after instructions from the Los Angeles County Health Department.

In California, where 51 people have died and 2,200 tested positive, Governor Gavin Newsom said fully half of the confirmed cases were between the ages of 18 and 49, figures he said are “a reminder for everybody to take this seriously.”

Kendall Jenner has hit back at claims she isn’t taking California’s orders to self isolate seriously, after sharing a snap from her classic 1965 red Ford Mustang.

Los Angeles County health officials backtracked Tuesday on their announcement that a child died from coronavirus, saying it’s possible the death was caused by something else.

Monday night’s episode of “The Tonight Show: At Home Edition” saw Jimmy Fallon have a long chat with his fellow late-night host Trevor Noah.

A Manitoba man currently living in California says people in his community are taking self-isolation seriously, especially since governor Gavin Newsom ordered the state’s nearly 40 million people to stay at home to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.