The first day of COVID-19 vaccination for seniors aged 70 years old and above commenced on January 27 with two pilots at the Ang Mo Kio and Tanjong Pagar towns.
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COVID-19 vaccine “will save your life” says Kamala Harris as she receives her second dose
After a vaccine roll-out that saw a lot of delays and confusion, the US is now administering over 1 million doses per day.
US President Biden to reinstate COVID-19 travel restrictions
Last week, President Biden had issued an executive order directing federal agencies to require international air travelers to quarantine upon arrival in the US.
Travelling to Singapore? COVID-19 tests are now mandatory upon arrival
Additionally, starting January 18, all returning Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents from the United Kingdom and South Africa will be subject to an additional 7-day self-isolation at their place of residence, following their 14-day SHN.
WHO investigative team arrives in Wuhan from Singapore
A team of experts from the World Health Organisation (WHO) arrived in Wuhan today to start a probe into the origins of the coronavirus, even as China reported its first death from COVID-19 in eight months.
Indian restaurant in Florida receives USD 2020 tip, social media post goes viral
The restaurant shared a photo of the invoice of the tip which showed the order total to be USD 269.51 plus a tip of USD 2020.
Passengers travelling from UK to India in January will have to undergo a mandatory RT-PCR COVID test
Travelers will be required to submit self-declaration forms on an online portal at least 72 hours prior to travel and also carry a negative RT-PCR test result.
WHO praises India’s action and resolve to end COVID-19 pandemic
India is the largest vaccine producer in the world and has come in for praise from Bill Gates as well.
UK PM Boris Johnson announces new lockdown amid surging coronavirus deaths
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday night ordered a new national lockdown to try to slow a surge in COVID-19 cases that threatens to overwhelm parts of the health system before a vaccine programme reaches a critical mass.
Singapore commits another SGD84 million to support aviation sector
CAAS will help at-risk and under-employed aviation workers to enhance their employability and acquire skills to move to other jobs within the sector.
