More than a million cases of coronavirus have been registered globally, according to the latest figures from Johns Hopkins University – another grim milestone as the world grapples with the spreading pandemic. […]
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Prince Harry Not Happy About Leaving Royal Family Amid COVID-19 Crisis
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made their official exit from the British royal family on Tuesday, while promising to focus on how they “can best contribute” in the fight against the coronavirus […]
It could have been me
By Olukorede Yishau Salman Rushdie was keeping me company with his ‘Satanic Verses’. But his hold on me last Saturday was not enough to ‘overthrow’ the bad feeling that comes with the […]
State legislature approves Cuomo plan to legalize e-bikes and e-scooters
Electric bicycles and electric scooters will soon be legal in New York State, as state legislators are expected to approve a scheme proposed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo in January. The proposal set […]
COVID-19: Ogun APC Commends Gov. Abiodun’s Efforts
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State has commended Gov. Dapo Abiodun for the steps taken to combat the spread of Coronavirus in the state.Mr Tunde Oladunjoye, the state Publicity Secretary […]
Yankees’ Gerrit Cole, wife pledge ‘significant’ help to coronavirus relief
Gerrit and Amy Cole have given back to the communities in their previous two major league stops. Now, they are jumping into the COVID-19 crisis with a “significant investment” through The Gerrit […]
Billions donated by private individuals towards the fight against Coronavirus isn’t coming to government- FG explains (video)
The Federal government has clarified that billions being announced by private individuals towards the fight against Coronavirus pandemic, is not coming to the coffers of the government. At the daily briefing by the Presidential Taskforce […]
COVID-19: Taraba Govt. Distributes Hand Sanitisers To CAN, Muslim Councils
Taraba government through its Technical Committee on COVID-19 on Thursday presented hand sanitisers to Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), and the Muslim Councils to distribute to their members in the state. Dr […]
Poll: Most British People Say Coronavirus Measures ‘Too Late’
A majority of British people agree that the government’s social-distancing measures to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus were taken “too late,” according to an opinion poll published on Thursday. Fifty-six […]
Michael Kors, Versace, Jimmy Choo donate $3M to coronavirus relief
The fashion community continues to pour resources into fighting the coronavirus pandemic. The founders of Michael Kors, Versace and Jimmy Choo — along with their parent company, luxury group Capri Holdings Limited […]
COVID-19: Anambra To Distribute 3m Masks, Fumigate Markets, Says Gov. Obiano
Anambra Gov. Willie Obiano says the state government is set to distribute no fewer than three million face mask. He also stated that 63 markets would be fumigated to minimize human exposure […]
Hydroxychloroquine rated ‘most effective’ coronavirus treatment, poll of doctors finds
An international poll of thousands of doctors rated the Trump-touted anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine as the best treatment for the novel coronavirus. Of the 6,227 physicians surveyed in 30 countries, 37 percent rated […]
John Minko will give last WFAN update Friday after taking buyout
Another WFAN original will be signing off. Longtime update man John Minko announced Thursday on Mike Francesa’s Radio.com show that he will be taking a buyout from WFAN’s parent company Entercom because […]
[VIDEO] COVID-19: Buyers And Traders Lament As Police Shut Down Ile-Epo Food Market | TV Independent
Traders and buyers lament as the Divisional Police unit of the Nigerian Police in the Ile-Epo area shut down the popular food market. TV Independent Nigeria brings you the reactions. — Subscribe […]
Covid-19: NIS Arrests 13 Over Illegal Migration
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) in Cross River has arrested nine Cameroonians and four Nigerians for illegal migration through the waterways and for contravening the Federal Government stay-at-home order. The NIS Comptroller […]
UCI Extends Cycling Calendar Suspension To June 1
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) says it has prolonged the suspension of cycling events until June 1, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic around the world. A statement on the world […]
Le Creuset cookware discounted up to 50% off for Factory To Table Sale
You can replace your worn cookware with some new Le Creuset gear when you shop its Factory To Table Sale. During the event, you can get up to 50% off a range […]
First New York prisoner with coronavirus dies at Sing Sing
The state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision confirmed that 58-year-old Juan Mosquero, who had been locked up in Sing Sing in Westchester County, died on March 30. Akahi News Recommends This […]
8-yr-old boy donates N1,120 to Kwara to fight COVID-19
An eight-year-old boy, Akinduyo Oluwapamilerinayo, on Thursday, donated a sum of N1,120 to the Kwara State Technical Committee on COVIDE-19. Making the donation to the Chairman of the Technical Committee, Mr. Kayode […]
Coronavirus canceled my wedding: 5 brides share their stories
As coronavirus spreads across the US, lives are being put on pause. Meet five women whose weddings were postponed or canceled due to regulations limiting the number of people at public gatherings. […]
Caller interrupts phone arraignment to say he hasn’t showered in days
The telephone arraignment for defendants charged in a widespread horse doping scandal had a bizarre interruption Thursday when a caller suddenly got on the line and whispered that he hadn’t showered in […]
COVID 19: FCT Imams Donate Food Items To Indigent Muslims
The Committee of FCT Imams Initiative (CFII), on Thursday, donated food items to Muslim faithful in the six area councils of the FCT.The Chairman of the association, Alhaji Tajudeen Adigun, said that […]
Javits Center temporary hospital to take on coronavirus patients
The Javits Center is making room for the ever-mounting coronavirus patients in New York City. The newly opened makeshift hospital in the Manhattan convention center — originally dedicated to non-coronavirus patients — […]
UPDATED: I’d be out soon, Atiku’s son speaks from isolation
By Precious Igbonwelundu One of the sons of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Mohammed, who tested positive for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) after returning from a trip abroad, has shared his experience from […]
Heartbroken brides change wedding plans amid coronavirus fears
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NCS Adopts Precautionary Measures To Protect Inmates Against Coronavirus
Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS), says it has adopted precautionary measures to protect inmates and prevent spread of Coronavirus pandemic in its facilities in Kano State. Mr Magaji Ahmed, State NCS Controller, stated […]
ESPN co-hosts troll Katie Nolan into Julian Edelman Patriots rage
Katie Nolan was this close to cursing out another one of her beloved Patriots. Still recovering from Tom Brady’s shocking signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — prompting the ESPN personality to […]
Nurse battling coronavirus: ‘Worse than a gunshot’
A coronavirus-stricken Texas nurse says that her battle with the illness feels “worse than a gunshot,” according to a report. Shareka Williams, who works at Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation & Healing, said […]
Lai Mohammed debunks rumor that medical kits donated by Chinese billionaire Jack Ma have been infected with COVID-19
The Minister of information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has dismissed rumors making the rounds on social media that the medical kits donated to Nigeria by Chinese billionaire, Jack Ma, for the fight […]
Japan’s Abe Cautious About Declaring State Of Emergency Over Pandemic,
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Thursday said that COVID-19 infections across Japan are not at a point necessitating a declaration of a state of emergency although he said the nation is […]
Over 1 million coronavirus cases globally as pandemic spreads
The number of officially reported coronavirus cases worldwide topped the one million mark on Thursday, signifying a sharp acceleration in the number of infections and deaths over the past few weeks as […]
New York City doctor fears coronavirus will kill her before wedding
A New York City doctor working on the frontlines to battle the coronavirus says the situation at her hospital has become so “scary” that she doesn’t know if she’ll live to see […]
Trump tested again for coronavirus, White House says
President Trump was re-tested for the coronavirus on Thursday and the results indicate he is not infected, the White House says. White House Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham released a memo on the […]
COVID-19: Wike lifts curfew on parts of Port Harcourt
…Recalls suspended council boss Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike By Egufe Yafugborhi – Port Harcourt Governor Nyesom Wike has lifted the curfew he imposed on parts of Port Harcourt metropolis in sustained […]
Duo Repair Ventilators Free In JUTH To Combat COVID-19
Two volunteers, Engr. Williams Gyang and Nura Jibrin, have repaired two ventilators in the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH), as part of their humanitarian service to combat COVID-19 in Plateau. Speaking to […]
‘Company’ producer strives to keep it together
Like every theater producer, Chris Harper, who’s behind the buzzy London revival of Stephen Sondheim’s “Company,” is bucking up his cast, holding his investors together, and waiting for Broadway, dark since March […]
Global coronavirus infections hit 1m, Italy remains worst hit
Confirmed Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases have hit the one million mark according to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the reported cases has grown exponentially […]
Nigeria’s COVID-19 cases rise to 184
By Alao Abiodun The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported ten new cases of coronavirus in the country, taking the total number of infections to 184. According to NCDC, “Ten […]
Benue Coronavirus index case moved to Abuja
The index Coronavirus case reported in Benue state, 62-year old Susan Okpe, has been moved to the Isolation centre at the National Hospital Abuja for further treament. Okpe posted a video online two […]
Coronavirus facts and myths: Clearing up COVID-19 confusion with truth
Here’s what the most credible authorities — the WHO, CDC and NIAID Health World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the NIAID — know and are still learning […]
C’River Govt shift date for enforcement of ‘No Mask, No Movement’ order
By Kelvin Obambon, Calabar Cross River State governor, Prof. Ben Ayade has rescheduled the take off date for the enforcement of the ‘no mask, no movement’ order to Monday, April 6, 2020. […]
Biden says will talk soon with Trump on coronavirus response
Democratic White House hopeful Joe Biden said Thursday he was finalizing plans to speak by telephone with President Donald Trump about the coronavirus crisis and how to stem the deadly pandemic. The […]
China Releases Regulation On Control Of Crop Diseases, Pests
China’s State Council has released a regulation on the prevention and control of diseases and pests affecting crops, according to a decree signed by Premier Li Keqiang. The regulation will go into […]
Nigerian private sectors join efforts to fight against coronavirus
The Nigerian Private Sectors under the umbrella body of the Coalition Against Coronavirus (CACOVID), on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, confirmed their joint efforts to fight the virus and minimise its negative […]
All New Yorkers advised to cover mouth, nose when outside amid coronavirus
Mayor Bill de Blasio on Thursday said all New Yorkers should cover their nose and mouth when going outside amid the coronavirus pandemic. The new guidance to wear scarves, bandanas or other […]
Buccaneers bring back Blaine Gabbert to back up Tom Brady
The Buccaneers are adding some insurance for their new crown jewel. The team has signed journeyman quarterback Blaine Gabbert to a one-year deal as reported by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport on Thursday […]
Buhari’s daughter back from self-isolation
By Alao Abiodun One of the daughters of President Muhammadu Buhari, who self-isolated after returning from the United Kingdom, has rejoined the family. Wife of the President, Mrs. Aisha Buhari, broke the […]
C’River suspected COVID-19 case tests negative, says Betta Edu
By Frankie Ifop The result of the suspected COVID-19 case in Cross River State has tested negative. This was disclosed by the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Betta Edu, on Thursday following […]
Today’s coronavirus update: 10M out of work, NYC nurses finally get help
Nearly 10 million Americans were put out of work in the past two weeks as the coronavirus pandemic slammed the US economy. In just the last week, more than 6.6 million people […]
Today’s coronavirus update: 10M more out of work; NYC nurses finally get help
Nearly 10 million Americans were put out of work in the past two weeks as the coronavirus pandemic slammed the US economy. In just the last week, more than 6.6 million people […]
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