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The new variant was discovered in one patient from Ohio and the prevalence of the strain in the population remains unknown, while the evolving strain with three new mutations has become the dominant virus in Columbus during a three week period in late December 2020 and January, the release said. … [Read more...] about U.S. Ohio researchers discover two new COVID-19 variants

NEW DELHI: Depression, stress, and loneliness can weaken the body's immune system, and lower the effectiveness of certain vaccines, including the new Covid-19 preventives that are in development and the early stages of global distribution, scientists say. According to a report accepted for publication in the journal Perspectives on Psychological Science, simple interventions, including exercise and getting a good night's sleep in the 24 hours before vaccination, may maximise the vaccine's initial effectiveness. The researchers noted that even though rigorous testing has shown that the Covid-19 vaccines approved for distribution in the US are highly effective at producing a robust immune response, not everyone will immediately gain their full benefit. Environmental factors, as well as an individual's genetics and physical and mental health, can weaken the body's immune system, slowing the response to a vaccine, they said. "In addition to the physical toll of Covid-19, the pandemic has … [Read more...] about Mental health issues can hurt immunity: Depression, stress may make Covid vaccines ineffective

NEW DELHI: Elon Musk is not only the world’s richest person, he lays claim to the biggest net worth ever recorded: $209.3 billion as of Friday. What he does with it will be closely watched.Judging by Twitter, the Tesla Inc co-founder’s preferred medium of communication, philanthropy is on his mind. One of his first reactions on becoming the wealthiest human -- after an initial shrug -- was to solicit advice on how to give it away."Btw, critical feedback is always super appreciated, as well as ways to donate money that really make a difference (way harder than it seems)," Musk said in a tweet.Btw, critical feedback is always super appreciated, as well as ways to donate money that really make a difference (way harder than it seems) … [Read more...] about Elon Musk debates how to give away world’s biggest fortune

Evans, who had just been elected in November and on his campaign website had promoted himself as "a Pro-Trump conservative who will always stand up, speak out, and Fight For Christian Values," live-streamed himself entering the Capitol on Wednesday, and was recorded saying, "We`re in, we`re in! Derrick Evans is in the Capitol," the Justice Department said in a release. … [Read more...] about US Capitol violence: More rioters in viral posts held, senator urges social media providers to keep data

USP: A strong emphasis on naturally dyed, hand-woven textiles. “Everything around me — be it people, travel, or art inspires me. I also get inspired by India’s traditional weaves,” she says. Jayanti agrees she’s yet to define the DNA of her label. She made her debut at Lakme Fashion Week this year with her collection, Siaa (a modern name for Sita), through which she celebrated vintage weaves and re-imagined the Tree of Life in a contemporary context. … [Read more...] about Women in design