Five things we noticed as Chelsea hit QPR for seven in Premier League warm-up clash

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.

Frank Lampard has warned his Chelsea kids they need to go up a level to compete with the likes of Timo Werner. Germany star Werner sealed a £47.5m switch from Leipzig this week and Lampard believes he is set to tear up the Premier League.

Chelsea could save £20million on top transfer target Kai Havertz - depending on whether Bayer Leverkusen qualify for the Champions League.

Chelsea have confirmed the £53million signing of Timo Werner from RB Leipzig - after Liverpool decided against a move for the striker earlier this summer.Werner has finally agreed personal terms with the Blues after weeks of speculation, meaning will join Frank Lampard’s squad when the Bundesliga season concludes in July.Yet the Germany forward, who has scored 32 goals in 43 appearances for Leipzig this term, had been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool before Lampard and co swooped in.Reports previously suggested Jurgen Klopp was desperate to bring his compatriot to Anfield in the summer transfer window.But according to The Athletic, Klopp was forced to call Werner personally and explain how Liverpool would not be going ahead with the

Sinitta made sure she celebrated the Premier League returning on Wednesday.

Chelsea FC. The 56-year-old looked absolute fire in her swimwear and proved that she really hasn’t aged a day – prompting us all to frantically google her go-to skincare regime and the secret to that incredible figure of hers.

Premier League is set to resume on June 17, with the remaining 92 games due to be played out in full after the season was temporarily suspended due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Liverpool are closing in on the league title, while the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea, Wolves and Sheffield United are chasing Champions League qualification.

Liverpool have missed out on a “statement signing” in Chelsea-bound forward Timo Werner, according to Gary Neville. The Reds were linked with the RB Leipzig star for several months before Frank Lampard’s side agreed to pay the £53m release clause and put the German on a £200,000-a-week contract.

Billy Gilmour scored twice as Chelsea put seven past QPR in a friendly ahead of the Premier League's return. The former Rangers midfielder is set to be a key player for Frank Lampard's men after an impressive second half of the season before the Coronavirus crisis outbreak.

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard may have found another hidden gem in his academy after versatile youngster Henry Lawrence impressed during his training stint with the first-team recently.Lampard has been forced to use plenty of home grown talent this year due to a transfer ban, leading to the emergence of the likes of Tammy Abraham, Mason Mount and Reece James as top Premier League talents, having spent the previous season in the Championship.Billy Gilmour, 19, has been a later addition to the side, putting in a number of exemplary performances in midfield since joining the first-team permanently in February.However, there might be a new name on the block in defender Henry Lawrence, who joined the pool of first-team stars for post-coronavirus

Jorginho followed Maurizio Sarri to Chelsea in 2018 after the pair worked together successfully at Napoli.

Liverpool signing Timo Werner before Chelsea recently swooped in to land the £50m striker.RB Leipzig hitman Werner seems set to join Frank Lampard’s Blues this summer after months of being linked with Liverpool.Werner was likely to be much needed by Jurgen Klopp’s soon to be Premier League champions next season when Mo Salah and Sadio Mane headed to the Africa Cup of Nations in January.But with the winter tournament likely to ditched now, Carragher reckons Lampard persuaded Werner to join his group of firing young guns instead.The Sky Sports pundit said: “I honestly believe that if the pandemic hadn’t happened then Timo Werner would have been a Liverpool player.“I don’t think it was all about money.“There won’t be an Olympic tournament, an

Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen are miles apart as negotiations over Kai Havertz continue. The Blues have loosened the purse strings this summer with Roman Abramovich prepared to bankroll Frank Lampard.

Chelsea have been given a glimmer of hope in their bid to sign Ben Chillwell from Leicester this summer.

Chelsea are under pressure to complete the transfer of Timo Werner what with his £50million release clause expiring on Monday.

Timo Werner ’s transfer to Chelsea is only being held up because of the complications coronavirus has caused with international travel. The Blues shocked European football by striking a deal with RB Leipzig and the player ahead of Liverpool earlier this month.Werner is prepared to join Frank Lampard’s side this summer as he swaps the Bundesliga for the Premier League.A contract worth around £200,000-a-week is on the table for the 24-year-old to put pen to paper on.But before he makes the switch official ahead of the summer, Werner needs to conduct a medical.The £54m move could have been done and dusted by now, but Chelsea doctors are unable to fly to Germany in the current climate.

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is behind the club’s diversion from Jadon Sancho this summer. The Borussia Dortmund star was the subject of growing interest from the Blues, with Marina Granovskaia plotting a raid on the winger.

Chelsea star Jorginho has sent N'Golo Kante a supportive message after returning to first-team training. The Blues took part in a 1-0 friendly over Reading behind closed doors on Wednesday.

Manchester United and Chelsea target Moussa Dembele could leave the club this summer.Dembele, 23, was heavily linked with a move to Chelsea in the January transfer window, with Frank Lampard identifying the centre-forward as one of his top winter targets.In the end, though, Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas issued a clear hands-off warning to the Blues by insisting they would not be offloading their star striker halfway through the season.United have also been tipped to sign the 23-year-old, who scored 22 goals in 42 appearances for Lyon before the French football season was curtailed due to the coronavirus pandemic.And ahead of the summer transfer window, Juninho admits the Ligue 1 outfit may have to begin preparing for life without

Christine Lampard has been photographed looking chic as she stepped out without her husband Frank Lampard and their daughter Patricia.The Loose Women star, 41, enjoyed a brief break from her mum duties as she went for a stroll near her home in Chelsea, London. Christine, who was recently photographed enjoying some quality time with her hubby Frank, 41, cut a casual yet stylish look as she walked down the London street.The TV star wore a beige v-neck t-shirt with wide, short sleeves, which she matched with a pair of black, skinny jeans which were stylishly frayed at the bottom of the leg.

Chelsea are leading the way on Flamengo star Gerson, with the likes of Tottenham and Borussia Dortmund also interested. The Blues are going all out this summer after having a transfer ban in place last year.Frank Lampard has been promised funds after a fine debut season to date which sees Chelsea fourth in the Premier League.

Chelsea target Andre Onana is keen on reuniting with his Ajax buddy Hakim Ziyech at Stamford Bridge. The Cameroon international wants to leave the Amsterdam outfit this summer.He has plans to join a bigger club with several interested, one being the Blues.Frank Lampard had made a new goalkeeper a priority prior to the coronavirus crisis after losing faith in Kepa Arrizabalaga.

Timo Werner has encountered problems with vertigo and dizziness on the pitch in the past. RB Leipzig’s star striker first appeared to suffer from the issues back in 2017 during a Champions League game against Besiktas.

Chelsea are just three players away from the perfect summer after already locking in two. Hakim Ziyech was signed from Ajax and he will join the Blues for around £34m in the summer when the transfer window.

Manchester City have reportedly joined Chelsea in the race to sign Leicester City left-back Ben Chilwell.Blues boss Frank Lampard is believed to have identified the England international as a top priority this summer.After already sealing deals for Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech, the club are keen to reinforce their squad even further.But they may now have to compete with Premier League champions City, with boss Pep Guardiola weighing up his defensive options.City have been linked with Chilwell before after having struggled in the left-back position in recent times.With first choice Benjamin Mendy having been out injured on and off for the last couple of seasons, Guardiola is looking at other options.And the Telegraph claim the Spaniard could

Chelsea's plans to follow up on their prospective signing of Timo Werner have taken a hitch. Talks had been in the pipeline over negotiations for Miralem Pjanic in the summer from Juventus.

Chelsea that their new stars will be looking to play in the Champions League next season. The Blues have been working hard in the transfer market already.

Manchester United are reportedly ready to hijack Real Madrid's £49million pursuit of Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek.

Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes were pitted against one another at Old Trafford on Saturday as Manchester United trained.

Chelsea face a battle from at least seven other clubs in the race to sign £70million-rated Ben Chilwell from Leicester this summer.

Chelsea will have to pay at least £60m to sign Leicester left-back Ben Chilwell this summer. The Blues, who are set to shell out £53m on RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner, have been long-term admirers of the England international.

Chelsea could line up very differently next season if they continue their summer spending spree - so just how could the team shape up?The Blues have reportedly stepped up their interest in Ben Chilwell after agreeing a deal in principal to sign Timo Werner.It was announced earlier this week that the club had met Germany international Werner’s £54million release clause.The 24-year-old had been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool this summer but the Reds were not willing to stump up the cash.Frank Lampard is also a huge fan of Leicester City left-back Chilwell, who continues to be linked with a move to Stamford Bridge.The England international would be a huge asset for Lampard and his style of play if he could be prized away from the King

Premier League clubs have reportedly been told players returning from loan spells this summer will not be eligible to play when the season resumes - unless there are 'exceptional circumstances'.

Petr Cech made an undercover trip to Germany to help Chelsea win the race for Timo Werner's signature, according to reports.

Liverpool have been relegated from the Women's Super League as Chelsea are crowned champions. Leagues bosses decided to use a points-per-game method to decide on the final positions on the table, which saw the Blues leapfrog Manchester City to take home the title.The Reds remained bottom and took the single relegation spot, and will be replaced in the top flight by Championship leaders Aston Villa.The decision to bring the season to an end came back on May 25, leaving 45 games unplayed, and Liverpool have been left devastated.

Solskjaer was a fan of Werner, who has plundered 25 goals in 29 games in the Bundesliga this season.But the MEN understands that United's interest in the RB Leipzig hotshot never really developed into a serious possibility of a summer transfer and the club had no plans to rival Chelsea for his signature.Get the latest breaking Manchester United news and analysis every day direct to your inbox with our free MUFC newsletterSign up here - it only takes a few seconds.Werner's contract at Stamford Bridge is yet to be finalised but it's understood Chelsea have told him he will be a key figurehead in their side under Frank Lampard.United's need for a forward has eased with the extension agreed to Odion Ighalo's loan last weekend, with the