South African variant of Covid-19 found in Southampton
In South Africa, there have been people who have recovered from the initial virus and have been reinfected with the new variant. She told reporters in the capital, Harare, that the variant now accounts for 61% of cases in the country.

With lockdown expected to end, Australian Open tickets go on sale
Masks are mandatory both indoors and outdoors, when physical distancing can not be maintained. Public gatherings are limited to 20 people from any number of households.

South Korea Has New Accusation Against North Korea
Ha said the wording about Pfizer "was so clear that I didn't even ask about that verbally" during the briefing. Cross-border ties soured after denuclearisation talks between Pyongyang and Washington stalled in 2019.

Charge dropped against white woman who called police on Black bird-watcher
Amy Cooper repeated the accusation in a second call to police, adding that the man "tried to assault her". Amy Cooper did not speak when offered the chance Tuesday by New York Criminal Court Judge Anne Swern.

China congratulates Nigeria's Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as WTO's new director
China's delegation to the WTO, in a statement , said "the WTO is at its critical moment and must be able to deliver soon". Mrs Okonjo-Iweala is, however, largely considered the shoo-in among experts and influential figures within the WTO.

Myanmar protests: Armoured tanks deployed in streets as residents report internet blackout
One of them, Min Ko Naing, was one of the student leaders involved in the failed 1988 uprising against the then-military dictator. The state election commission refuted that contention, saying there is no evidence to support it.

Indian activist detained for farmer protest guide tweeted by Greta Thunberg
Rajya Sabha MP and Congress leader Anand Sharma said, " Arrest of climate activist Disha Ravi is most unfortunate and shocking". A coalition of activist groups demanded Ms Ravi's release and said it was "extremely anxious for her safety and wellbeing".

Stefanik: ‘The Dam Is Breaking’ Against ‘Bully’ Gov. Cuomo
Yael Halon is a reporter for Fox News. "COVID did not get into the nursing homes by people coming from hospitals", Cuomo asserted. Andrew Cuomo extended New York's deadline to enroll in a political party on Sunday.

GOP Senators Who Voted to Convict Donald Trump Face Local Censures
North Carolina's GOP Chairman Michael Whatley called Burr's decision "shocking and disappointing" in a statement Saturday. Senator Burr did not represent the will of the people and that is a shame'.

LAPD Investigating Whether Officer Passed Around Photo Mocking George Floyd
The LAPD is investigating claims an offensive Valentine-like image of George Floyd has been circulated in the department. Chauvin is charged with second-degree murder and manslaughter.

NY police flood subway after spate of stabbings leaves 2 dead
In the meantime, Shea said the deployed officers will be there as long as needed to ensure that New Yorkers feel safe. Two hours later, a 44-year-old woman was found stabbed to death in the subway in upper Manhattan.

Province reporting 1300 confirmed new cases of COVID-19 for February 13
The number of patients in Ontario hospitals with the virus dropped to 883, including 299 in intensive care and 211 on ventilators. As of 8 p.m. on February 10, the province reported 426,836 doses of vaccine against COVID-19 have been administered.

AP report: McConnell expected to vote to acquit Trump
They called the trial a "witchhunt" and a "sham" and accused Democrats of manipulating evidence and acting out of hatred. And it's a task we must undertake together", said Biden, who had hardly weighed in on the proceedings during the week.

Melbourne orders snap Covid lockdown, but Australian Open plays on, without fans
Greater Melbourne is now a declared COVID-19 hotspot, meaning anyone from the area is banned from entering the sunshine state. Meanwhile, the outbreak has prompted several states to introduce border restrictions for people travelling from the state.

Coronavirus | Oxford University to test its vaccine on children
Charlie Baker to halt vaccine distribution to hospitals and primary care offices so they can place the focus on vaccination sites. The first vaccination phase covering 1.25 million people will prioritise health, security and immigration workers.