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India bracing for a third wave of COVID-19
After India’s COVID cases and deaths soared in April and May – the nation is bracing for a third wave
A major New Delhi’s Hospital and several others ran so short of oxygen that many patients in the capital suffocated to death during the outbreaks in the second quarter of 2021/
As the nation recovers slowly from its second wave of infections and many COVID patients are discharged from hospital – health experts have attributed the turnaround as ‘thanks to growing levels of immunity from natural infection and vaccinations’.
However the worst is yet to come, according to top medical experts
Hospitals have learned from a grim experience during the second wave, when funeral homes burned bodies non-stop and the deceased littered the banks of the holy Ganges river, too.
Now, the country is bracing for another possible surge in infections around its September-November festival season.
Hospital beds have been added at facilities around the country and hospitals are working to ensure ample supplies of oxygen.
Ganga Ram hospital is raising its oxygen storage capacity by 50 percent
The hospital laid a one-km-long pipeline carrying the gas directly to COVID-19 ICUs, and is installing equipment to keep the oxygen flow high.
It has also ordered an on-site oxygen-generation plant, which are mostly made in Europe and can take months to arrive given the surge in demand globally.
Could we see another new strain of COVID?
Almost all states in India are preparing special paediatric wards as some experts warn unvaccinated children could be vulnerable to any new virus mutations.
States including Madhya Pradesh are also stocking up on anti-viral drugs such as Remdesivir.
But with a government survey estimating as many as two-thirds of Indians already have COVID-fighting antibodies through natural infection, as well as 57 percent of its adults with at least an initial vaccine dose, many experts believe any new outbreak of infections could be much less devastating than the second wave.
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Oscar winner Robert Duvall dies aged 95 leaving a towering legacy
Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall, 95, dies, leaving a legacy that shaped modern cinema with iconic roles.
Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall, 95, dies, leaving a legacy that shaped modern cinema with iconic roles.
Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall has died at the age of 95, marking the end of an era for one of Hollywood’s most respected performers. Best known for his role as Tom Hagen in The Godfather, Duvall built a career defined by power, restraint and authenticity on screen.
From early theatre work to standout performances in To Kill A Mockingbird and Apocalypse Now, Duvall became one of the most versatile actors of his generation. He later won the Academy Award for Tender Mercies, cementing his place among cinema’s elite.
Beyond acting, Duvall was also an accomplished director and musician, earning admiration for his dedication to craft and character. His legacy leaves an indelible mark on American film history.
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Iran nuclear talks resume as U.S. boosts military presence
Iran’s foreign minister meets IAEA chief amid nuclear talks with the US, as tensions rise with military movements in the region.
Iran’s foreign minister meets IAEA chief amid nuclear talks with the US, as tensions rise with military movements in the region.
Iran’s foreign minister has met with the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency ahead of renewed talks between Washington and Tehran, signalling a fresh diplomatic push to resolve the long-running nuclear dispute. The discussions centre on Iran’s nuclear programme, which the U.S. and its allies fear could pave the way for weapons development.
Tehran insists it will only scale back nuclear activities if sanctions are lifted, while U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio admits negotiations remain challenging.
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AI fears rattle global markets and investors
AI developments cause market volatility, with European software and US tech firms facing significant declines amid rising uncertainty.
AI developments cause market volatility, with European software and US tech firms facing significant declines amid rising uncertainty.
Global stock markets are experiencing heightened volatility as concerns about AI disruption sweep across industries. Investors are closely monitoring which sectors could be most affected as the technology continues to evolve.
Recent announcements from major US AI companies sent waves through international markets, highlighting the interconnected nature of global finance and technology. European software giants such as Dassault Systèmes and RELX saw significant declines, underscoring the global reach of AI developments.
UBS analysts warn that the impact of AI disruption could intensify in 2026 and 2027, with potential ramifications for a wide range of sectors.
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