PfizerBioNTech Vaccine Claims It Can Work Against the New Coronavirus Variants

The rise of the new coronavirus variants has the makers of Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine claiming it works. But, the data comes from a small study not representative of a larger study which should be determined.

Jan 08, 2021 11:55 AM EST

China Goes Online to Mock US Capitol Siege as 'Beautiful Sight'

China erupted in amusement at the United States' troubled democracy after supporters of President Donald Trump derailed the US Capitol. Beijing denounced the "sharp contrast" between Washington's response to the siege and the 2019 Hong Kong anti-government demonstrations.

Jan 08, 2021 06:34 AM EST

'Walis Tambo' by Trump Supporter Spotted in US Capitol Riot

Supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the US Capitol building during its session on Wednesday, breaking windows, scaling the walls, and vandalizing the 200-year-old building. One particular person among them is a Filipino holding a "walis tambo," a type of broom in the Philippine households.

Jan 08, 2021 05:34 AM EST

Elon Musk's 150B Networth Ranks Him on Top of World's Richest People List

With a net worth of not less than $185 billion, business magnate, industrial designer, and engineer, Elon Musk just became the richest person in the world.

Jan 08, 2021 06:21 AM EST

China Locks Down Part of Province, Virus Restrictions Heightened

As COVID-19 continues to spike, according to the latest reports, Chinese officials order a city to be placed under lockdown protocols which is a home for 11 million individuals.

Jan 08, 2021 04:48 AM EST

European Union Approves Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine, Rollout Next Week

The European Medicines Agency has given the green light for the vaccine created by Moderna, making it the second COVID-19 shot to be allowed for general use across the European Union as tensions continued to heighten over the slow implementation of vaccination programs in the bloc.

Jan 07, 2021 07:48 PM EST

Kim Jong Un Pledges to Bolster Military Capabilities of North Korea Amid Health and Economic Crises

Amid the crises currently faced by the country up to today, North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un vowed that the hermit kingdom’s military capabilities would be expanded, during the Worker’s Party Congress, Thursday.

Jan 07, 2021 07:49 PM EST

Congress Certifies Biden as US President For Electoral College Win

Congress certified the United States Electoral College vote for Joe Biden on Thursday after an election tainted by a series of claims of fraud and irregularities.

Jan 07, 2021 08:06 AM EST

South African COVID Variant May Have Evolved New Spike Protein to Bypass Immune System

A new type of South African COVID variant has been detect in South Africa which has significant adaptions to attack human cells. More telling is the ability to bypass the immune systems on several levels that should be studied.

Jan 07, 2021 08:47 AM EST

Prosecutor Orders Release of 3 Suspects in Flight Attendant's Death

The City Prosecutor's Office of Makati has ordered the release of three suspects which were related to the death of Christine Angelica Dacera, a flight attendant, and referred the case back for further investigation to the police.

Jan 07, 2021 03:37 AM EST

UK Petition Aims to Reduce University Student Tuition Fees, Signed by Over 200000 People

A petition calling for the U.K to reduce university tuition fees by two-thirds garnered more than 200,000 signatures.

Jan 07, 2021 04:03 AM EST

Jack Ma, Alibaba Founder, Not Missing But Lying Low After Economic Reform Speech

After speculations of Jack Ma being missing, the billionaire turned out to not be reported missing, according to a person familiar with the matter. Ma was said to have been lying low for the time being.

Jan 06, 2021 08:06 PM EST

Murder and Crime Stories: Best Reasons Why It Is Popular as Noted by Experts

Human nature can be dark, and here are the best reasons why true crime is popular. These devoted crime podcasts attract those who have a fascination for the darker side.

Jan 06, 2021 11:57 PM EST

Protecting North Korea’s Supreme Leader: Kim Il Sung’s Former Bodyguard Speaks up

The ruling family of North Korea’s former bodyguard has spoken out in the latest interview, wherein he shared and described his experience protecting and training a man who wields absolute power in the secretive nuclear-armed state.

Jan 06, 2021 09:06 PM EST

South China Sea: Indonesian Politician Said an Underwater Drone Might be Chinese Origin

An Indonesian politician said an underwater drone found by local fishermen last month is of Chinese origins. The Chinese navy is active in the SCS of late and carrying out naval related activities.

Jan 06, 2021 09:21 PM EST