virus Stem cell treatment for coronavirus symptoms being trialed in the UAE By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 09:32:20 GMT Dr. Fatima al-Kaabi of the Sheikh Khalifa Medical City discusses a stem cell treatment currently being tested for its efficacy in alleviating coronavirus symptoms, and the easing of the lockdown in the UAE. Full Article
virus Trump is playing the coronavirus 'blame game' with China ahead of the 2020 election: OCBC By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 07:35:33 GMT The Trump Administration has attacked China over its handling of the coronavirus pandemic. Vasu Menon of OCBC warns tensions between Washington and Beijing could pick up even further, heading into the 2020 election. Full Article
virus Egypt has been 'pushing forward' structural reforms amid virus crisis, says minister By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 09:23:08 GMT Egypt has been implementing structural reforms in an "expedited fashion" and widening social safety nets to people who are vulnerable in light of the coronavirus outbreak, says Rania Al-Mashat, Egypt's minister of international cooperation. Full Article
virus Humanitarian spaces for refugees may shrink amid virus crisis: ICRC president By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 08:14:23 GMT We are "worried" that humanitarian spaces for refugees may shrink if coronavirus infections within refugee camps rise, says Peter Maurer, president of the International Committee of the Red Cross. He says he also expects ICRC's funding to become "very problematic" with donor countries increasing spending on their own economies. Full Article
virus Analyst expects low demand for soft commodities to continue from virus outbreak By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 09:45:57 GMT Global demand on soft commodities has taken a huge hit with the pandemic shutting down food industries across countries, in addition to rising trade tensions between the U.S. and China. Oscar Tjakra from Rabobank gives his market outlook on the back of these issues. Full Article
virus Op-Ed: Cancer surgeries and organ transplants are being put off for coronavirus By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 20:18:05 GMT In a given month, more than a million people have some kind of surgery. The elective procedures being postponed because of coronavirus aren't all optional. Cancer patients and organ recipients are being forced to wait. Full Article
virus Coronavirus-earnings season: What to expect as companies begin to report Tuesday By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 15:00:45 GMT Companies in every sector face challenges giving forward-looking guidance in a pandemic that remains unpredictable. Full Article
virus Op-ed: How the US can win the post-coronavirus race for global dominance By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 18:37:52 GMT Beijing could still leverage its first-mover advantage – alongside a faster economic recovery across Asian markets – accelerating the trend toward a Chinese-centric globalization, writes Fred Kempe. Full Article
virus Op-ed: Investors will reward companies that take care of others in the coronavirus pandemic By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 15:18:34 GMT Acts of charity, compassion, and creative generosity may resonate with investors increasingly drawn to socially responsible investing. Full Article
virus Op-Ed: Britain needs an economic model to guide the lifting of the coronavirus lockdown By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 13:15:55 GMT Covid-19 has forced epidemiology and economics to become intertwined as never before. Full Article
virus Op-Ed: Local bars and restaurants face extinction because of coronavirus – and government needs to step up By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 21:10:39 GMT Independent bars and restaurants found some relief in the Paycheck Protection Program, which offers low interest, short-term loans with the potential of forgiveness. That is not nearly enough, writes author and bar owner Derek Brown. Full Article
virus Siemens sees bigger hit from coronavirus impact coming as second-quarter profit plunges By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 07:43:51 GMT Siemens on Friday said it expected "even stronger impacts" from the coronavirus pandemic in the weeks ahead as it ditched its 2020 guidance and posted an 18% drop in industrial profit during its second quarter. Full Article
virus Repurposing existing drugs to treat coronavirus will likely be quicker than a vaccine, scientists claim By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 13:33:44 GMT A team of international experts said that while there was no "magic bullet" for treating Covid-19, successfully identifying a drug that could treat the virus was likely to take less time than rolling out a vaccine. Full Article
virus Vice President Mike Pence's press secretary tests positive for coronavirus By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 20:13:01 GMT Katie Miller, the Pence press secretary, also handled communications for the coronavirus task force. The news came a day after the revelation that a personal valet for President Trump tested positive. Full Article
virus Wuhan market had role in virus outbreak, but more research needed, WHO says By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 10:54:26 GMT It was not clear whether live animals or infected vendors or shoppers may have brought the virus into the market. Full Article
virus Countries in the Middle East are easing coronavirus restrictions. Here's what experts have to say By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 04:30:43 GMT The coronavirus outbreak in the Middle East is likely to remain under control despite the easing of restrictions in recent weeks, as long as strict social distancing continues to be enforced, experts told CNBC. Full Article
virus Roy Horn of Vegas duo Siegfried & Roy dead at 75 from coronavirus By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 02:13:41 GMT Roy Horn met Siegfried Fischbacher on a cruise ship. Full Article
virus WHO says 'delayed epidemic' takes hold in Eastern Europe as coronavirus cases in Russia rise By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 20:31:57 GMT Russia is now the world's fifth-most infected country with more than 187,800 cases, surpassing Germany and France, according to data from Johns Hopkins University. Full Article
virus US tightens visa rules for Chinese journalists amid coronavirus tensions By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 04:36:05 GMT The United States issued a new rule on Friday tightening visa guidelines for Chinese journalists — a shift that comes amid tensions between the two nations over the coronavirus global pandemic. Full Article
virus Coronavirus forces Russia to hold slimmed down Victory Day in blow to Putin By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 07:19:11 GMT Russia marks 75 years since the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two on Saturday. Full Article
virus Coronavirus live updates: New jobs emerge from the pandemic; Amazon and sellers struggle to adapt By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 14:56:43 GMT Covid-19 has infected more than 3.8 million people around the world as of Friday, killing at least 269,881 people. Full Article
virus This is what an election year could mean for stocks amid coronavirus By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 18:49:35 GMT It's difficult to make predictions for the stock market amid the uncertainty of the coronavirus. Investors look towards previous trends for guidance. Nearly six months away from the 2020 presidential election, the market typically performs a certain way during election cycles. Full Article
virus Kroger CEO: We are expanding coronavirus testing at our locations By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 14:31:52 GMT Kroger chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen joins "Squawk on the Street" to discuss the ramp up in Covid-19 testing at its stores, and which products are selling the fastest. Full Article
virus UBS's McCartney: I'm directing clients to plan for post-coronavirus world By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 16:13:23 GMT Alli McCartney of UBS Private Wealth Management and Darrell Cronk of Wells Fargo Investment Institute join "Squawk on the Street" to discuss the markets and investing amid the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
virus Why this restaurateur is suing his insurer over coronavirus By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 16:15:18 GMT Legal Sea Foods CEO Roger Berkowitz joins "Squawk on the Street" to discuss his decision to sue his insurer to cover damages to his restaurants from the coronavirus shutdown. Full Article
virus Cramer: Coronavirus could propel plant-based Beyond Meat into a giant like Amazon or Facebook By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 15:10:26 GMT Plant-based protein is not a passing fad, CNBC's Jim Cramer said. Full Article
virus Teva CEO Kare Schultz on coronavirus treatment and a possible second wave By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 17:22:27 GMT Kare Schultz, CEO of Teva Pharmaceuticals, joins "Squawk on the Street" to discuss the coronavirus pandemic and potential treatments. Full Article
virus EU still working on coronavirus stimulus as economy shrinks at record rate By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 11:58:15 GMT Market players want to know how much the European Union will provide in additional coronavirus stimulus, but the institution in charge of developing it says it's still under negotiation. Full Article
virus Watch live: New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy holds a press conference on the coronavirus outbreak By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 16:38:11 GMT On Thursday, Murphy visited the White House to meet with President Donald Trump to discuss Covid-19 testing and financial assistance for states. Full Article
virus Pharma giants granted coronavirus approvals but doubts remain on manufacturing a global vaccine By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 11:23:14 GMT Experts warn that vaccine timelines look ambitious and argue more thought is needed on manufacturing. Full Article
virus Roche CEO says it is 'very likely' people develop immunity after recovering from coronavirus By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 13:19:17 GMT Roche CEO Severin Schwan said more research is needed to prove people gain immunity from Covid-19 infections. Full Article
virus British start-up Culture Trip confirms layoffs as coronavirus hits travel By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 12:19:44 GMT The London-based company has raised over $100 million from investors but it hasn't been an easy ride. Full Article
virus In pictures: More European nations reopen after strict virus lockdowns By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 13:08:48 GMT Italy, Belgium and Portugal are reopening some business activities on Monday as they take their first tentative steps to lifting their coronavirus lockdowns. Full Article
virus Watch live: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo holds a press conference on the coronavirus outbreak By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 15:13:31 GMT New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is holding his daily press conference on the Covid-19 outbreak, which has infected more than 316,400 people across the state as of Monday. Full Article
virus Watch live: New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy holds a press conference on the coronavirus outbreak By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 16:01:10 GMT Full Article
virus BNP Paribas' net profit slides as it warns of three 'major negative impacts' from the coronavirus By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 07:44:21 GMT BNP Paribas reported a fall in net income for the first quarter on Tuesday, as it warned the coronavirus has had three "major negative impacts" on its balance sheet. Full Article
virus Britain's NHS shuns Apple and Google as it rolls out coronavirus contact-tracing app By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:01:34 GMT The NHS app is based on the government's "centralized" framework instead of the tech giant's "decentralized" technology. Full Article
virus Virgin Atlantic cuts more than 3,000 jobs to mitigate 'devastating' coronavirus impact By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 13:41:53 GMT Virgin Atlantic announced it will cut 3,150 jobs, becoming the airline to announce a reduction in headcount because of the coronavirus crisis. Full Article
virus Watch live: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo holds a press conference on the coronavirus outbreak By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 13:53:39 GMT New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is holding his daily press conference on the Covid-19 outbreak, which has infected more than 318,900 people across the state as of Tuesday. Full Article
virus Sweden, UK and three other European nations are not seeing a drop in coronavirus cases, EU agency says By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 16:19:15 GMT The European Union's agency for disease control has said that the U.K. is among five countries in the region that are still not seeing a decline in new coronavirus cases. Full Article
virus Watch live: New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy holds a press conference on the coronavirus outbreak By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 16:54:53 GMT On Monday, the governor directed all private and public school leaders to update their preparedness plans to continue remote learning for the rest of the school year. Full Article
virus Millions of people are expected to fall ill with tuberculosis due to coronavirus lockdown By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 12:41:43 GMT "This situation makes me sick, because (it) is totally avoidable," Lucica Ditiu, executive director of the Stop TB Partnership, said. Full Article
virus UK could start lifting coronavirus lockdown measures from Monday, PM says By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 16:28:25 GMT "We will want, if we possibly can, to get going with some of these measures on Monday," U.K. Prime Minister Johnson told Parliament. Full Article
virus Watch live: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo holds a press conference on the coronavirus outbreak By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 15:27:04 GMT New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is holding his daily press conference on the Covid-19 outbreak, which has infected more than 321,100 people across the state as of Wednesday. Full Article
virus Coronavirus app U-turn? Britain's NHS pays Swiss firm to investigate Apple and Google model By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 13:16:21 GMT The NHS's digital innovation arm is paying Zuhlke Engineering £3.8 million to investigate the "decentralized" framework developed by Apple and Google. Full Article
virus Watch live: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo holds a press conference on the coronavirus outbreak By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 17:19:56 GMT New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is holding his daily press conference on the Covid-19 outbreak, which has infected more than 323,900 people across the state as of Thursday. Full Article
virus Watch live: World Health Organization holds press conference on the coronavirus outbreak By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 14:36:34 GMT The World Health Organization is holding a briefing Friday on the coronavirus, which has infected more than 3.8 million people worldwide and killed at least 269,881. Full Article
virus A tale of two coronavirus relief efforts: One for the rich, one for the poor By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 16:18:04 GMT A payroll tax cut would benefit the richest Americans, while sending checks to each U.S. household to prop up the economy would favor the poor, according to a new analysis. Full Article
virus Unemployment insurance is flawed. Trump's coronavirus relief plan won't fix it By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 19:06:19 GMT The unemployment insurance program in the U.S. won't help enough workers absent some sort of government intervention, according to experts. Full Article
virus 'It's a new planet overnight': New York City businesses hit hard by coronavirus pandemic By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 17:33:02 GMT New York City businesses are struggling to make money and retain workers as the coronavirus continues to inflict economic pain. Full Article