on Three Drugs Better Than One in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients By www.medpagetoday.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 18:30:00 +0000 (MedPage Today) -- Patients hospitalized with COVID-19 who received a combination therapy with three antivirals -- protease inhibitor lopinavir-ritonavir (Kaletra), nucleoside analogue ribavirin, and injectable interferon beta-1b (Betaseron... Full Article
on A widespread outbreak could derail plans to ease restrictions, deputy medical chief says By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:41:09 +1000 It is very unlikely Australian sports fans will be able to pack out stadiums on grand final weekend, even if the plan to lift restrictions is successful, Deputy Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly says. Full Article Government and Politics Infectious Diseases (Other) Federal Government Health Respiratory Diseases COVID-19 Community and Society
on A Republican Crusader Takes on Oklahoma’s Prison Machine By www.politico.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 09:10:09 GMT In the state that locks up more of its citizens than any other, a former politician is using the ballot box—and some surprising alliances—to nudge his own party toward change. Full Article
on A Second Covid Crisis Is Coming By www.politico.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 08:30:51 GMT If we don’t act now, women and girls will be suffering from the pandemic’s fallout for decades to come. Full Article
on Florida’s No-Rules Vibe Gets a Coronavirus Reality Check By www.politico.com Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 11:00:44 GMT Florida’s governor is desperate to get the state back to work. But the tourism industry is moving much more cautiously. Full Article
on What Donald Trump Could Learn from Herbert Hoover By www.politico.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 11:00:45 GMT A 1932 fight over an economic relief agency has parallels to today’s politics—and the electoral fortunes of both Democrats and Republicans. Full Article
on ‘The Nightmare Scenario’: How Coronavirus Could Make the 2020 Vote a Disaster By www.politico.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 23:55:56 GMT Trump can’t cancel the presidential election. Here’s what you should really be worrying about. Full Article
on Trump Isn’t Ready for Kim Jong Un’s Death By www.politico.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 08:28:59 GMT The president sidestepped his State Department to reach out to the North Korean leader. Now, there’s little diplomatic infrastructure to prepare for what comes next. Full Article
on No, the Media Isn’t Burying the Biden Allegations By www.politico.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 21:28:57 GMT Despite the critics, there’s been wide coverage of a story that may never be more than he-said, she-said. Now, when will the VP face the question? Full Article
on Science Alone Can’t Tell Us How to Respond to the Coronavirus By www.politico.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 23:58:01 GMT Researchers can learn about the disease and develop treatments, but they can’t decide political and moral questions Full Article
on McEnany Played Her Part Perfectly for the Only Audience that Matters By www.politico.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 23:30:18 GMT The first press briefing in more than a year was a rehash of a play we’ve seen before. But the president and his base should be pleased. Full Article
on The World Order Is Dead. Here’s How to Build a New One for a Post-Coronavirus Era. By www.politico.com Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 11:00:01 GMT U.S. and world leaders have a chance to craft an international system that works for this era. But they have to avoid the mistakes of the past. Full Article
on ‘Not the World’s Number One’: Chinese Social Media Piles On the U.S. By www.politico.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 08:30:35 GMT The verdict is in: China has outperformed, while the once-respected American system has disastrously faltered. Full Article
on ‘Like Petri Dishes for the Virus’: ICE Detention Centers Threaten the Rural South By www.politico.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 08:30:20 GMT While Americans are sheltering in place, the federal government is shuffling hundreds of immigrant detainees between U.S. towns, putting vulnerable communities at risk. Full Article
on The Mountain County That Went into Coronavirus Lockdown By www.politico.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 08:30:17 GMT When rural America confronts the pandemic, it faces a different set of challenges. Full Article
on Everyone Deserves to Live Under the Biden Standard By www.politico.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 23:48:12 GMT There have been voices on the left who believe Reade, but generally the note has been one of skepticism about her allegation. Full Article
on Youth Climate Activists Once Opposed Joe Biden. Now, They Say They’ll Vote for Him. By www.politico.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 08:30:42 GMT But if he wants to avoid being the target of their protests both before and—if he’s elected—after November, he’ll need to earn more than just their votes. Full Article
on Scallywags on tasty mission By www.themercury.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT A FUN children’s show featuring former Junior MasterChef star Jack Lark features a serious message about healthy eating. Full Article
on Eden’s vision a perfect fit for Tassie By www.themercury.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT THE founder of the bold eco-tourism attraction Eden Project has received a glowing endorsement from the Macquarie Point Corporation. Full Article
on Pensioner accused of decade-long fraud By www.themercury.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT A DISABILITY support pensioner accused of ripping off Centrelink for $90,000 by claiming her long-term boyfriend was a housemate has pleaded not guilty to fraud charges. Full Article
on Major win for regions By www.themercury.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT TASMANIA is set to benefit from a major overhaul of a fund that was supposed to provide vital projects and infrastructure to Australia’s regions — but instead pumped millions into mainland capital cities. Full Article
on Brutal race attack on taxi driver By www.themercury.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT HOBART taxi driver Mikahil Ahmed is reeling from a brutal racial attack that left him hospitalised and badly damaged his cab. Full Article
on Coronavirus fears spark tourist ban at Tiwi Islands grand final By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 12:17:11 +1100 The Northern Territory's Tiwi Islands football grand final will go ahead tomorrow, but will be restricted to local spectators only because of coronavirus concerns, authorities say. Full Article Sport Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Community and Society Indigenous Culture
on New Zealand postpones ODI series with Australia due to border restrictions over coronavirus By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 16:08:17 +1100 Australia's three-match ODI series against New Zealand began behind closed doors. Now it's been postponed, along with a return series, after a tightening of border restrictions by the New Zealand government. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Sport Cricket Onedayseries
on NRL season under a cloud following NZ Government's response to coronavirus fears By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 18:03:59 +1100 There is renewed speculation about whether the 2020 NRL season will be postponed following the New Zealand Government's decision to tighten border restrictions. Full Article Sport Rugby League Respiratory Diseases Health Diseases and Disorders Infectious Diseases (Other) NRL
on AFL looking at cramming matches in case coronavirus postpones season By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 19:05:38 +1100 In what would be a drastic change, the AFL is considering playing as many premiership fixtures as possible in the first weeks of the season in case the coronavirus outbreak forces the competition to shut down. Full Article Sport Diseases and Disorders Respiratory Diseases Infectious Diseases (Other) Australian Football League
on NRL season continues for now, but Super Rugby suspends competition over coronavirus By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 15 Mar 2020 09:02:57 +1100 NRL warns the coronavirus pandemic is rugby league's greatest ever challenge but games will continue for the moment, while Super Rugby announces it is suspending its season after this weekend. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Sport Rugby Union Rugby League NRL Super Rugby
on Cameron Smith wants NRL season suspended because of coronavirus pandemic By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 15 Mar 2020 20:27:11 +1100 The NRL is facing pressure from one of the greats of rugby league, as Melbourne Storm captain Cameron Smith calls for the 2020 season to be halted as a result of coronavirus. Full Article Sport Rugby League NRL
on Wellington Phoenix commit to Australian stay but call for A-League to be postponed By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 15 Mar 2020 23:36:34 +1100 A-League championship contenders Wellington Phoenix believe the competition should be suspended because of coronavirus as they prepare to go into self-isolation in Australia. Full Article Soccer A-League Sport
on Urgent economic measures being considered as Government moves to calm public By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 09:32:07 +1100 Scott Morrison says Australians need to "help each other out" as ministers call for an end to panic buying, and travel restrictions and bans on mass gatherings come into force. Full Article Government and Politics Sport Infectious Diseases (Other) Diseases and Disorders Health Federal Parliament Federal Government Federal - State Issues Respiratory Diseases
on NRL players could face salary cuts during coronavirus crisis By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 11:04:12 +1100 NRL boss Todd Greenberg says players could be forced to take pay cuts as the organisation looks to cut costs amid the coronavirus crisis. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Sport Rugby League NRL
on A-League and W-League games to continue behind closed doors By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 12:08:14 +1100 The A-League and W-League seasons will continue despite the coronavirus outbreak, the FFA says, but games will take place behind closed doors and the Wellington Phoenix will be based in Australia. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Sport Soccer A-League
on The health crisis no-one's talking about By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 12:43:05 +1100 Endometriosis in the AFLW can be debilitating, but experts say it's time to sort the hype from the facts, writes Kate O'Halloran. Full Article Sport Australian Football League
on Our major sporting codes are bracing for a huge coronavirus hit as an extended shutdown looms By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 15:02:31 +1100 The coronavirus outbreak has caused chaos on the sporting calendar, with seasons and competitions either cancelled or suspended — and there are even bigger concerns for clubs and leagues, writes Tom Wildie. Full Article Sport Australian Football League NRL Athletics Cricket Surfing A-League Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Diseases and Disorders Health
on AFL cuts season to 17 rounds but delays call on suspending start of competition By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 17:58:26 +1100 The AFL reduces the men's competition to 17 rounds as it responds to the coronavirus pandemic, but it is yet to decide whether it will postpone the start of the season. Full Article Sport Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Diseases and Disorders Australian Football League
on Coronavirus will inflict financial pain on the AFL and NRL. But who will pick up the bill? By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 08:36:17 +1100 Even wealthy sports are going to take a massive hit, and the only guarantee is that someone will have to pay, writes Richard Hinds. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Australian Football League Sport Rugby League NRL
on Will football be suspended if a player catches COVID-19? It depends on the code By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:20:54 +1100 The AFL and NRL will both play matches this weekend, but both leagues are taking different approaches to dealing with the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Sport Rugby League NRL Australian Football League
on NSW handed Sheffield Shield as coronavirus bring season to abrupt finish By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 12:09:57 +1100 Responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cricket Australia calls for a halt to all community and grade cricket, cancelling the Sheffield Shield final and handing the title to New South Wales. Full Article Sport Cricket Respiratory Diseases Infectious Diseases (Other)
on SANFL facing more 'tough decisions' as coronavirus hits season By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 13:24:26 +1100 South Australia's premier football league forced into tough call and the prospect of drastic reductions to Adelaide Oval revenue. Full Article SANFL Australian Football League Sport
on Perth Wildcats demand NBL trophy after Kings' coronavirus fears end finals series By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 16:11:34 +1100 The NBL have yet to confirm a winner of the now cancelled Grand Final series between Perth and Sydney but the Wildcats are adamant that they deserve the title, not the Kings. Full Article Sport Basketball NBL
on AFL delays decision on 2020 season opener as players demand 22 rounds By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 17:39:08 +1100 The AFL will decide on Wednesday whether the opening round of the men's season will go ahead this week, as the players push for a full home-and-away campaign of 22 matches instead of 17. Full Article Sport Australian Football League Diseases and Disorders Respiratory Diseases Infectious Diseases (Other)
on 'That's how we play the game': The essence and beauty of football on the Tiwi Islands By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 08:30:58 +1100 The game of footy is almost a different sport on the Northern Territory's Tiwi Islands — a place where former AFL star Austin Wonaeamirri says Aussie Rules is a way of life. Full Article Community and Society History Sport Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Indigenous Culture Australian Football League
on The big hit: An extended coronavirus shutdown may change sport as we know it in Australia By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 09:30:53 +1100 With the major sports leagues in Australia facing an extended shutdown, the financial impacts could be severe, if not devastating for clubs and sports as a whole. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Television Broadcasting Rugby Union NSW Club Rugby Super Rugby Sport Rugby League NRL Australian Football League Olympics (Summer) Socceroos A-League Soccer
on The 'madness' and uncertainty of the coronavirus outbreak has floored grassroots sport By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 10:11:48 +1100 It is not just the major national sports leagues and events being stalled by coronavirus, with everyone from semi-professional all the way to junior athletes across the country caught up in the storm. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Diseases and Disorders Health Sport Sports Organisations Community Organisations Community and Society
on Euro 2020 postponed as coronavirus hits the sporting calendar By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 11:32:22 +1100 UEFA postpones the European football championships, with the French Open tennis tournament and cycling classics also delayed as European sport continues to deal with the fallout of the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Cycling Tennis Sport Soccer Socceroos
on Australia's richest footrace Stawell Gift on hold drawing a pall over busy Easter business By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 12:24:37 +1100 The long-term future of the Stawell Gift is secure, but businesses could be forced to close after this year's event was put on hold. Full Article Sport Epidemics and Pandemics Regional Business Economics and Finance Infectious Diseases (Other) Diseases and Disorders
on 'Bring the game home': Elders say hosting match will be just recognition for footy's birthplace By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 17:11:31 +1100 Titta Secombe says it's time the origins of Australian Rules football — which she says involved Indigenous mobs playing for pride with a possum-skin ball — are properly recognised. Full Article Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) History Australian Football League Sport Community and Society Human Interest
on Community rugby league clubs set to 'go under' as coronavirus leaves its impact at grassroots level By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:10:07 +1100 The impact of coronavirus is not just being felt in the NRL, as community and junior rugby league clubs struggle to stay afloat because of the current health crisis. Full Article Sport Rugby League NRL Diseases and Disorders Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases
on Finke Desert Race cancelled due to coronavirus, costing Alice Springs millions By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:44:41 +1100 Australia's toughest off-road motorsport event is called off for the first time in its 44-year history amid concerns competitors or visitors might spread coronavirus to remote communities. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Diseases and Disorders Respiratory Diseases Epidemics and Pandemics Motor Sports Automobile Enthusiasm Sport Human Interest
on AFL to go ahead with round one amid coronavirus crisis By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 19:50:24 +1100 The league's commission decides to go ahead with at least the first round of the men's 2020 season after days of doubt over the fate of the season. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Sport Australian Football League