Oxford COVID vaccine produces strong immune response from booster shot - Study
Researchers say a third shot of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine produces a strong immune response.
Tue Jun 29 2021
Five things to know about the AstraZeneca/Oxford vaccine
Cases of rare blood clots in vaccinated people have prompted numerous countries to halt or limit rollout.
Tue Apr 06 2021
UK health regulator may restrict AstraZeneca shot for younger people
Britain's health regulator is considering a proposal to restrict the use of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine in younger people.
Mon Apr 05 2021
Ontario says seniors won't get AstraZeneca vaccine
Canada's regulator approved the Oxford-AstraZeneca last week for all adults including seniors.
Wed Mar 03 2021
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
Japan confirms a new variant of COVID-19, and an infection cluster emerged at a Tokyo immigration facility.
Fri Feb 19 2021
Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID shot less effective against South African variant: study
In the small phase I/II trial, early data shows limited efficacy against mild disease primarily due to the B.1.351 South African variant.
Sun Feb 07 2021
There are 4,000 variants of virus that causes COVID-19, UK minister says
All manufacturers, Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, Oxford-AstraZeneca and others are looking at how they can improve their vaccine to make sure that we are ready for any variant.
Thu Feb 04 2021
Tears and fears as India's huge coronavirus vaccine push falters
India's huge coronavirus vaccination drive is behind schedule, hampered by technical glitches and safety fears.
Sun Jan 24 2021
Sri Lanka approves vaccine amid warnings of virus spread
Sri Lanka on Friday approved the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine for COVID-19 amid warnings from doctors that front-line health workers should be quickly inoculated.
Fri Jan 22 2021
Pakistan approves Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine
Pakistan will get the vaccines through the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization, or GAVI, and other alternative international sources.
Sun Jan 17 2021
EU regulator is considering Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine
The European Medicines Agency said AstraZeneca and Oxford University have submitted an application for their COVID-19 vaccine to be licensed across the European Union.
Tue Jan 12 2021
Approval of Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID shot could help relax COVID restrictions, minister says
If it was approved there would be a "significant increase" in vaccine available.
Mon Dec 28 2020
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024