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Coronavirus can attack your gut as well as your lungs. This is what we know so far
New research has shown that many coronavirus patients are experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 10 May
Today's top stories: Global confirmed coronavirus cases surpass 4 million; the UK is set to launch a new warning system for the virus, while outlining a plan to ease restrictions; the R n...
What the COVID-19 pandemic tells us about gender equality
Two European foreign ministers explain why women need extra protection during the coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 9 May
Today's top stories: UK to announce 14-day quarantine for all travelers entering the country; Italy's cases edge down as the death toll passes 30,000; reinfected coronavirus patients are ...
What we can learn from eradicating smallpox: WHO COVID-19 briefing
Eradicating smallpox took cooperation across nations - and that is essential for tackling COVID-19, according to the WHO.
This is how music helps us get through difficult times
Research shows that music has a powerful effect on people going through hard times and can help them to remember who they are.
Can virus stimulus vaccinate the poor against future crises?
Aid experts say the COVID-19 pandemic highlights the need for global investment to help vulnerable communities prepare for crises.
Why COVID-19 makes a compelling case for the wider integration of blockchain
Future resiliency will depend on building transparent, inter-operable and connective networks.
Impact of COVID-19 on the Global Financial System
The Forum’s Platform for Shaping the Future of Financial and Monetary Systems has convened several virtual roundtables with stakeholders to discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on the global f...
COVID-19: Top science stories of the week, from twins to pollution
A round-up of the most significant science stories as scientists battle to better understand and treat the coronavirus.
COVID-19 shows we need a broader definition of safe mobility
Safe mobility must be redefined beyond reducing vehicular crashes to consider biosafety and public safety, reducing a wider range of risks to drivers and passengers.
COVID-19: US economy sheds record 20.5 million jobs in April
The U.S. unemployment rate hit 14.7% in April, according to new data. The previous post-WW2 record was 10.8%, set in November 1982.