Brazil Faces New COVID-19 Wave as Public Ignores Safety Guidelines
Public health officials in Brazil warn of a new COVID-19 wave as thousands ignore guidelines and flock to beaches, raising concerns over rising death and positivity rates.
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Life in Los Angeles Amid a Worsening Pandemic: Streets, Struggles, and Resilience
As COVID-19 cases surge in Los Angeles, the city’s iconic landscapes transform under the weight of the pandemic, revealing the challenges faced by residents and the resilience of its communities.
Turning Grief into Comfort: Teddy Bears from Loved Ones’ Clothes
From her workshop in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, Erendira Guerrero creates teddy bears from the clothes of loved ones lost to COVID-19, helping families cope with grief and keep cherished memories alive.
U.S. Faces Deadliest Week of COVID-19 Pandemic as Cases Surge Post-Holiday
The United States records its deadliest week since the COVID-19 pandemic began, reporting over 4,000 deaths in a single day. States face alarming surges from holiday gatherings, straining healthcare systems.
Mexico City Maintains Highest COVID-19 Alert Amid Rising Cases
Mexico City remains under the highest COVID-19 alert as officials extend restrictions to contain rising cases and prevent hospitals from being overwhelmed.
London Faces COVID-19 Crisis as One in 30 Residents Infected
London reaches a critical point in its fight against COVID-19, with Mayor Sadiq Khan stating that one in 30 residents are infected, putting immense pressure on hospitals during the third national lockdown.
Latin America’s Hospitals Struggle Amid COVID-19 Surge; Chinese Vaccines Bring Hope
Critical care wards in Peru and Bolivia near collapse as COVID-19 surges again. Chinese vaccines offer hope as vaccination efforts begin across Latin America.
A Favela’s Guardian: How One Leader Protected Santa Marta from COVID-19
Discover how community leader Thiago Firmino rallied the Santa Marta favela in Rio de Janeiro to combat COVID-19.
French Kindergarten Assistant’s Acts of Kindness Amid COVID-19 Inspire Global Community
Kindergarten assistant Fathima Ait from Lyon, France, exemplifies compassion during COVID-19 by helping the homeless, inspiring global acts of kindness amid the pandemic.
Love and Resilience: Serbian Couple’s Battle with COVID-19
A Serbian couple’s inspiring journey of love and resilience as they battle and overcome COVID-19 together.
Global Medical Staff Unite in Volunteers Alliance Against COVID-19
Over 1,200 medical professionals from nearly 40 countries united in the Global Volunteers Alliance to combat COVID-19.
Yang Ying Empowers International Students in New York Amid COVID-19 Challenges
Yang Ying, a graduate student at NYU, turned her own hardships into a mission to support international students facing legal challenges in New York, providing aid during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mexico Begins COVID-19 Vaccinations, Nurse Becomes First Recipient
Mexico has begun its COVID-19 vaccination campaign, with nurse Maria Irene Ramirez becoming the first recipient of the Pfizer vaccine, marking a critical step in combating the pandemic.
Five Lessons Asia Learned from Working from Home During COVID-19
Discover five key lessons from Asia’s experience with working from home during COVID-19, highlighting impacts on technology, work-life balance, mental health, and future policies.
The U.S. Faces Rising Infections: A 2020 COVID-19 Retrospective
Several months into the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. faces a rapid rise in new infections, reflecting on the impact throughout 2020.
U.S. Advances in COVID-19 Vaccines and At-Home Testing Signal Hope Worldwide
The U.S. has made significant progress in COVID-19 vaccines and at-home testing, signaling hope for global pandemic efforts. FDA authorizes first over-the-counter rapid test and nears approval of Moderna vaccine.
Coping with the Mental Health Impact of COVID-19 in Asia
A look into how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting mental health in Asia and strategies to cope with the psychological challenges during these uncertain times.
U.S. Experts Warn of a Deadly Winter as COVID-19 Cases Surge Post-Holiday
U.S. health experts warn of a devastating winter as COVID-19 cases reach record highs following holiday travel. With vaccines not widely available until spring, authorities urge adherence to guidelines.
Hundreds of Unclaimed COVID-19 Victims Stored in Brooklyn Freezer Trucks
In Brooklyn, hundreds of unclaimed COVID-19 victims are stored in freezer trucks, underscoring the pandemic’s profound and ongoing impact on New York City.
U.S. COVID-19 Cases Soar as Vice President Pence Predicts Pandemic’s End
Despite rapidly rising COVID-19 cases across the United States, Vice President Mike Pence asserts the pandemic will soon be a thing of the past, raising concerns ahead of the holiday season.