Why is Italy's fatality rate so high, after 10,000 deaths? Italian doctors hope for a sign the coronavirus lockdown is working, because there's no plan B Cristiano Ronaldo drops entire salary as Juventus squad gives up $100M in wages 'Like a bomb had gone off on either side of their chest.' London doctors speak of 'continuous tsunami' … [Read more...] about Fresh out of medical school, young Italian doctors are being fast-tracked to the coronavirus frontline
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Tokyo’s infection spike after Olympic delay sparks questions
Abe denied allegations that Japan had manipulated the numbers by limiting tests, or combined COVID-19 deaths with other pneumonia fatalities. “I'm aware that some people suspect Japan is hiding the numbers, but I believe that's not true,” he said. “If there is a cover-up, it will show up in the number of deaths.” He said doctors told him that pneumonia patients with COVID-19 can be detected by CAT-scan or X-rays. … [Read more...] about Tokyo’s infection spike after Olympic delay sparks questions
Gerard Schurmann, Film and TV Composer, Dies at 96
The composer’s death came just a few months after Chandos released a collection of newly recorded suites from his film work, led by his swashbuckling music for the 1963 “Dr. Syn,” perhaps his best-known work. Written for a three-part, Disney-produced television miniseries that aired in the U.S. as “The Scarecrow of Romney Marsh” starring Patrick McGoohan, it was released theatrically in Europe as “Dr. Syn” and has enjoyed a cult following ever since. … [Read more...] about Gerard Schurmann, Film and TV Composer, Dies at 96
Songwriter of ‘I Love Rock and Roll’ dies of COVID-19
On her Twitter account, Jett wrote: “I’ve just learned of the awful news that Alan Merrill has passed. My thoughts and love go to his family, friends and music community as a whole. I can still remember watching the Arrows on TV in London and being blown away by the song that screamed hit to me. With deep gratitude and sadness, wishing him a safe journey to the other side.” … [Read more...] about Songwriter of ‘I Love Rock and Roll’ dies of COVID-19
U.S. Navy Hospital Ship Heading To NYC For Coronavirus Aid
The ship ferried soldiers from Europe back to the states, and some of the men most likely had the flu. The Comfort also handled overflow soldiers from military hospitals in New York. The difference now is that the ship is handling overflow from civilian hospitals in the city, Sobocinski said. … [Read more...] about U.S. Navy Hospital Ship Heading To NYC For Coronavirus Aid
