COVID-19

Pharmacies have run out of the antiviral drug favipiravir, which the Ministry of Health used for treatmentCOVID-19 during the height of the pandemic. The drug was deemed ineffective abroad, and demand for it has recently declined.The antiviral drug with the international nonproprietary name (INN) favipiravir is not available in Russian pharmacies. Specifically, as of March 13, the corresponding me...

The fact that the Yamagata influenza B virus is almost nonexistent doesn't necessarily mean it's completely gone, virologists believe. This could be due to measures taken against the coronavirus, but this strain is generally less contagious than type A.The fact that the B/Yamagata influenza virus strain is virtually nonexistent may be a consequence of anti-coronavirus measures, but it is possible ...

Anti-Covid measures introduced around the world have led to the disappearance of the once popular Yamagata B flu strain, reportsBLOOMBERG . Scientists believe that other flu strains could be completely eradicated in the same way.Self-isolation, wearing masks and other measures aimed at containing the spreadCOVID-19 has led to the disappearance of one of the most common strains of the influenza vir...

Russia's readiness for the emergence of new infections and viruses is at a high level, the press service of Rospotrebnadzor reported. This is how the department commented on the discussion of the risk of the spread of “disease X” on the sidelines of the National People's Congress. “Today in Russia, readiness for new infectious challenges is at a high level,” the press service reported ( quoted by ...

The European People's Party has officially named Ursula von der Leyen as its candidate for the post of head of the European Commission. What are her chances of re-election and how did she become one of the key European politicians - in the RBC material Ursula von der LeyenThe European People's Party (EPP) has nominated Ursula von der Leyen as its candidate for the European elections. The decision ...

A resident of Germany received 217 vaccinations against COVID-19 with eight vaccines over 29 months . Despite over-vaccination, his immune system cells effectively fight the virus. The man has not yet had COVID-19Doctors examined a German resident who was vaccinated against COVID-19 217 times in 29 months; over-vaccination against coronavirus did not have negative consequences for the man’s immune...

Russian tourists are becoming increasingly interested in Saudi Arabia: in 2023, the flow there has doubled. The country, which recently opened to tourism, is promoting resorts on the Red Sea and could eventually become a competitor to the UAE and Egypt. Tourists in a cave in Al-Agra Mountain near the city of Al-Hasa in Saudi Arabia.In 2......

Taiwan called on China to accept the objective fact that the island does not belong to the mainland and take the path of negotiations. Earlier, the Prime Minister of the People's Republic of China spoke about the importance of reunification with the Republic of China, but omitted the word "peaceful" Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang speaks at the opening of the National People's CongressTaiwan calle...

In the first month after the resumption of direct flights from Moscow to Ho Chi Minh City, the flow of Russian tourists to Vietnam increased by 50%. However, tour operators aren't expecting a massive influx of vacationers until charter flights to the resorts become available.In February 2024 , Russians made approximately 19,1......

Новое исследование показало связь между COVID-19 и когнитивными нарушениями, больше всего страдают функции памяти, включая запоминание. Ученые связывают то с трудностями с формированием новых воспоминаний Постковидный синдром проявляется в том числе расстройством когнитивных функций, с момента пандемии неврологи продолжают сталкиваться с жалобами пациентов на ухудшение памяти, внимания, аналитичес...

The European Union is finalizing its defense industrial strategy, the goal of which is to increase military purchases within the bloc. By 2025, the EU plans to independently produce more than 2 million shells annually. Read more in the RBC materialAmid ongoing hostilities in Ukraine , the EU is preparing to reform its defense policy. In March, the European Commission (EC) will present a new Europe...

The Russian Ministry of Health has registered the two-component Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine with an updated formulation, Alexander Ginzburg, director of the Gamaleya National Research Center for Epidemiology and Microbiology, told RIA Novosti. "The updated Sputnik V has been registered, and the corresponding changes have been made to the instructions," he said. The scientist noted that the regis...

The use of mRNA vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna and AstraZeneca leads to an increased risk of disease, according to a large-scale study by scientists. RBC asked virologists to evaluate these findingsThe results of the study that coronavirus vaccines such as Pfizer, Moderna and AstraZeneca could subsequently affect neurological, circulatory and cardiovascular complications were to be expected, virolo...

The use of mRNA vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna and AstraZeneca leads to an increased risk of disease, according to a large-scale study by scientists. RBC asked virologists to evaluate these findingsThe results of the study that coronavirus vaccines such as Pfizer, Moderna and AstraZeneca could subsequently affect neurological, circulatory and cardiovascular complications were to be expected, virolo...

At the end of 2024 , the agreement on the transit of Russian gas to Europe through the territory of Ukraine will be completed. Officially, negotiations on its extension are unknown. RBC, together with analysts, assessed its current status and possible scenariosWhat contract are we talking about? The current contract is the result of negotiations between Russia, the EU and Ukraine that took place a...

Russians made 6.31 million trips to Turkey from Russia in 2023 . This is the maximum figure over the past four years. The last time so many Russian tourists came to Turkey was in 2019 - then Russians made 7 million trips.

В перевороте Болсонару, целью которого было не допустить вступления в должность Лулы да Силвы, были замешаны несколько высокопоставленных военных, планировалось задержать главу ЦИК, судью Верховного суда и председателя Сената Жаир Болсонару Бразильская полиция раскрыла детали госпереворота, который готовил бывший президент страны Жаир Болсонару незадолго до последних президентских выборов, на кото...

In 2023 alone, North Korea exported 1,680 tons of false eyelashes, beards and wigs worth about $167 million to China , reports Reuters . According to the agency, these goods are then repackaged and sold, including to Western countries.North Korea earns “millions of dollars” from the export of false eyelashes and wigs, sold in stores around the world under the guise of being made in China, Reuters ...

In 2023 alone, North Korea exported 1,680 tons of false eyelashes, beards and wigs worth about $167 million to China , reports Reuters . According to the agency, these goods are then repackaged and sold, including to Western countries.North Korea earns “millions of dollars” from the export of false eyelashes and wigs, sold in stores around the world under the guise of being made in China, Reuters ...

The EU has launched a last-ditch attempt to convince Orban to agree to help Ukraine ; otherwise, Hungary could be deprived of its voting rights and its economy would be deliberately disrupted. Brussels suspects Budapest of attempting to blackmail Viktor OrbanAt a special meeting on February 1, the leaders of the European Union will make a last attempt to convince Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Or...

The Alexandrinsky Theater informed the writer that the authorship of his play now belongs to the Boris Akunin TheaterWriter Boris Akunin (recognized by the Ministry of Justice as a foreign agent) said that he was no longer considered the author of the play, the performance of which was being staged at the Alexandrinsky Theater. “A few days ago I had fun at how the St. Petersburg LDM theater, witho...

CAS disqualified figure skater Kamila Valieva for four years, and Russia was deprived of gold in the team tournament of the Olympics. Why the case dragged on for two years, and the punishment turned out to be maximum - in the material of RBC Sport by Kamil ValievRussian figure skater Kamila Valieva was disqualified for four years on January 29 for violating anti-doping rules. This is stated in the...

In order to maintain and successfully develop economic ties, Russia and India need to significantly diversify mutual trade, RIAC experts believe. Among the most pressing problems are the trade imbalance and the surplus of rupee in RussiaThe main obstacles to the development of trade and economic cooperation between Russia and India are the complex geopolitical background and the trade imbalance ca...

In order to maintain and successfully develop economic ties, Russia and India need to significantly diversify mutual trade, RIAC experts believe. Among the most pressing problems are the trade imbalance and the surplus of rupee in RussiaThe main obstacles to the development of trade and economic cooperation between Russia and India are the complex geopolitical background and the trade imbalance ca...

Pavel Veshkin is suspected of particularly large-scale fraud; he will be under arrest until March 9. According to Kommersant, the case against him is related to theft during the purchase of equipment and medicines during the COVID-19 pandemic Pavel VeshkinThe deputy head of the S. M. Kirov Military Medical Academy, Pavel Veshkin, was arrested on suspicion of fraud, TASS reports , citing the press ...

CAS has suspended Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva for four years. Why the case dragged on for two years, and the punishment turned out to be maximum, will Russia be deprived of gold in the team tournament - in the material of RBC Sport by Kamil ValievRussian figure skater Kamila Valieva has been disqualified for four years for violating anti-doping rules. This is stated in the decision of the...

The 21st century could see a repeat of the Roaring 20s, says analyst Yardeni, noting that the world is currently “in the early stages of a productivity boom.” He draws an analogy between the Spanish flu and coronavirus pandemicsThe 20s of the 21st century could become another “roaring” (“stormy”) 20s, like the 192......

“Disease X” is only a hypothetical threat, but the Russian healthcare system is ready for it, Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko told RIA Novosti . A number of programs being implemented today, which make it possible, among other things, to strengthen the diagnostic base, form the rapid development of test systems, and monitor morbidity, indicate that there are opportunities,” he said. Accor...

Rosstat reported a decrease in Russia's population in 2023 by 244 thousand people, to 146.2 million. The preliminary assessment turned out to be more optimistic than the demographic forecast of the statistical service - the negative dynamics have slowed downThe permanent population of Russia as of January 1, 2......

Much of the increase in imports comes from New Zealand and Australia. The UK imported 1,345 tonnes of sheep meat from Australia in November , more than triple the November 2022 level of 439 tonnes. Imports from Australia totaled 1,349 tonnes in October , the highest since March 2022. This growth is due to the development of transit transport between the UK and Australia. Imports from New Zealand t...