First Minister addressed MSPs about the latest situation across the country as cases and the number of hospitalisations begin to fall following the spike earlier this year.

Scottish Government official figures showed that nine people passed away from coronavirus in the last 24 hours in Scotland.In that same time period, 1,016 people tested positive for the deadly virus while there are 406 Scots in hospitals and 61 patients in intensive care units.So far, 4,014,212 people have received the first dose of a Covid-19 vaccination and 3,231,331 have received their second dose. To sign up to the Daily Record Politics newsletter, click here. Secondary pupils and school staff in Scotland will be asked to take a lateral flow test before they return,.

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Scottish Government confirms 10 deaths and 1498 new Covid cases in last 24 hours

Scottish Government has confirmed that 10 people have died from coronavirus in the last 24 hours. The latest figures for Scotland showed that 1498 new cases had also been identified overnight.It brings the death toll since last March – of people who first tested positive for the virus within the previous 28 days – to 8,013.There are currently 356 people in hospital confirmed to have the virus with 42 being treated in intensive care.The total number of positive cases since the pandemic started stands at 357,917.4,034,420 people have received the first dose of the Covid vaccination and 3,375,524 have received their second.The figures come as 16 and 17-year-old's have been urged to get their jabs before returning to school.

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Some ambulances forced to wait outside as Florida hospitals deal with rising number of patients

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - COVID-19 cases have filled so many Florida hospital beds that ambulance services and fire departments are straining to respond to emergencies.In St. Petersburg, some patients wait inside ambulances for up to an hour before hospitals can admit them — a process that usually takes about 15 minutes, Pinellas County Administrator Barry Burton said.While ambulances sit outside emergency rooms, they are essentially off the grid."They’re not available to take another call, which forces the fire department on scene at an accident or something to take that transport.

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Fresh UK covid-19 data boosts hopes that delta variant can be held in check

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Biden to urge businesses to require covid-19 vaccine for workers

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WHO-led trial to study 3 anti-inflammatory drugs as potential treatments for Covid patients

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Faculty association urges University of Winnipeg to mandate vaccinations

COVID-19: University of Ottawa students must be vaccinated to live in residence Tuesday, the University of Ottawa said all students and staff had to be vaccinated, where before, it was students living in residence and athletes only.“Considering the ongoing risks posed by COVID-19 and its dangerous variants, the University of Ottawa will now require COVID-19 vaccination for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors who intend to access the uOttawa campus on or after September 7, 2021 (1st dose) and October 15, 2021 (2nd dose),” the university said in a statement.“Requiring mandatory vaccination will help in keeping our community safe and contribute to stopping the spread of COVID-19 and its variants.”Seneca College in Toronto declared

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COVID vaccination: Over 52 cr doses administered in India so far, says govt

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WHO partners with Facebook & Praekelt.org to ensure free access to covid-19 data

World Health Organization (WHO) is working with Facebook and Praekelt.org to provide covid-19 information to the world’s most vulnerable people through Discover and Free Basics in a mobile-friendly format.

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Eagles starters will play preseason opener; OT Dillard injured

PHILADELPHIA, PA - AUGUST 08: Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) throws a pass during Philadelphia Eagles training camp on August 8, 2012, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA. (Photo by Andy Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Ima PHILADELPHIA - Nick Sirianni and his staff "are still talking through" how playing time will be allocated in Philadelphia's preseason opener Thursday against the Pittsburgh Steelers.The Eagles’ first-year coach indicated that Jalen Hurts will start at quarterback, and most healthy players will see action.

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Colorado county hit early by COVID-19 delta strain saw more breakthrough cases, CDC says

Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. In the report, released on Aug. 6, the CDC compiled data collected by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to identify some of the earliest cases of the delta variant of the COVID-19 virus in the country. In May of this year, Mesa County, which has a population of 154,933, reported its first five cases of the delta variant, all of which "were associated with school settings," according to the CDC. Mesa County’s delta variant case count more than doubled from 43% to 88% between May 1 to June 5.

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India in talks to get 50 mn doses of Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine: Report

WSJ report. "It is also expecting to receive about seven million doses of a vaccine made by Moderna Inc. from the U.S. through Covax, a program to supply Covid-19 vaccines to poorer nations," the report further stated.

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Five Scottish music festivals going ahead this year as Covid restrictions are eased

music and arts festivals have been given the green light after the majority of Covid restrictions were lifted earlier this week. Scotland moved beyond level zero on Monday - which paved the way for the reopening of nightclubs, while social distancing measures have been scrapped.

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Covid in Scotland: Government 'looking carefully' at introducing jab incentive scheme

Scottish Government is looking at introducing a scheme like seen in other countries across the world in a bid to get more people jabbed. Take-up of the covid vaccine in Scotland is relatively high compared to some countries around the world who have been using some creative ways to encourage hesitant people.

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Pro paintballer sacked after cruel TikTok saying Covid victim 'just needs a treadmill'

Daily Star's biggest headlines straight to your inbox!A professional paintballer was sacked from her team after posting a vile TikTok where she said an overweight teen infected with COVID just needed "a f****** treadmill".Team USA player Jessica Maiolo, 31, mocked the Miami teenager who spent 10 days in the ICU with coronavirus.Reacting to a news segment where the 17-year-old's mum said she wished she'd got him jabbed sooner and was praying for the best, cruel Jessica had no time.She said: "Ma’am your kid does not need a COVID shot.“Your kid needs a f***ing treadmill.

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Piers Morgan gives update on Covid battle as he shares unusual symptoms

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterPiers Morgan has been entirely transparent with his followers about his experience with coronavirus, with the former GMB host calling the latest update a "new treat".He has shared his new symptoms on Twitter last night and alongside his common symptoms, he said that he now has a posterior vitreous detachment in his eye.The condition, which is caused when your vitreous comes away from the retina at the back of your eye, is said to last anywhere between a few weeks to six months.Piers stated that the condition has been caused by his continuous coughing, writing on Twitter: "28-day Covid update: a new treat - aside from ongoing tedious fatigue and inability to taste

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Piers Morgan shares unusual Covid-19 symptom as he calls it the 'virus that keeps on giving'

Piers Morgan has shared a new Covid-19 symptom that's cropped up as a result of how much he's been coughing.The 56 year old caught the deadly bug – despite being double jabbed – while attending the Euro 2020 final match, where England lost during a penalty shoot out against Italy. It's now been nearly a month since he started suffering from the symptoms, previously noting exhaustion, coughing, and headaches as prominent features of the virus.

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Strictly Come Dancing lineup 2021 – Show in CHAOS as filming stopped due to covid after Dan Walker named new contestant

STRICTLY Come Dancing BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker as this year's eighth contestants. His BBC co-host Louise Minchin left open-mouthed when Dan appeared via video link to share his secret having had no idea the announcement was happening, exclaiming: "There's nothing in the running order!" She was confused as she watched a video teasing the new contestant, and when Dan appeared on screen she shrieked: "I don't believe it - Mr Walker! Oh wow, congratulations!" Louise went on: "What I'm really annoyed about is nobody's told me anything, Dan - I should have guessed, I can't believe it!" Dan was incredibly apologetic - insisting he'd only told "a small circle", and his kids only found out at the weekend.

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Covid testing at Kilmarnock's Grand Hall scrapped as iconic building turns back entertainment venue

Kilmarnock's Grand Hall will make the transition back to an entertainment venue today. The iconic building was transformed into a makeshift coronavirus test centre in December 2020.But East Ayrshire Council and NHS Ayrshire & Arran announced today that walk-in tests will be carried out at a more central location in the town from today.After almost eight months as a vital tool in the region's battle to get Covid under control, the historic building will soon be entertaining people again.Instead, symptomatic members of the public can get a walk-in appointment at The Strand at 15 Strand Street, KA1 1HU, in Kilmarnock town centre.The centre will operate seven days a week with appointments available from 8am to 8pm.

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Covid in Scotland LIVE as 16 and 17-year-olds urged to get vaccine before schools return

coronavirus vaccine before the schools return from summer holidays next week. 16 and 17-year-olds are now eligible for the covid jab after being granted permission by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) last week.

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DCGI approves study on mixing of Covid-19 vaccines Covaxin and Covishield doses

mixing of Covaxin and Covishield Covid-19 vaccines in India, news agency PTI reported. The study will be conducted by the Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore.

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Trent’s Q1 marred by second covid wave; stock down 8% post results

Trent Ltd’s June quarter results (Q1FY22) show that the recovery being witnessed following the easing of the first lockdown last year has paused. After all, standalone revenues declined as much as 58% vis-à-vis the March quarter. Of course, year-on-year growth numbers were exceptionally high given the low base.

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Bonnaroo and Summerfest will require COVID vaccination or negative test for entry

Foo Fighters, Megan Thee Stallion, Lizzo, Tame Impala, Tyler, the Creator and more.“The safety of our patrons and staff is our number one priority. As such a full COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test will be required to attend Bonnaroo 2021,” the post reads.“Bonnaroo strongly encourages vaccination.

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‘Worst experience of my life’: Canadian soccer captain on Olympic final penalties

final of the women’s soccer tournament at the Tokyo Games. Canada defeats Sweden, brings home gold in women’s Olympic soccer While Sinclair was ecstatic about the end result — Canada outscored Sweden 3-2 in the extra session to capture its first women’s soccer gold medal — she was less enamoured with the process.“The PKs throughout the entire tournament are like the worst things ever,” Sinclair said in a video conference Tuesday.

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Comic Tim Heidecker opens up about seven-year-old daughter Amelia's COVID-19 diagnosis

Tim Heidecker took to Twitter on Monday to reveal his seven-year-old daughter Amelia was recently diagnosed with coronavirus.In a series of tweets, the comedian, 45, opened up on the series of events that led to the family crisis.'My own small Covid story,' Heidecker said. 'Last week my daughter tested positive one day before a little planned beach vacation.

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Gap between 1st and 2nd vaccine shortened, polls show how B.C. would vote in federal election

B.C. health officials are hoping to deal with our current COVID-19 surge by getting people fully immunized – faster.

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WestJet, partners agree restart of travel and tourism essential for economic recovery

WestJet hopes to achieve 11 years of growth in six months as the Calgary-based airline recovers from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. As Adam MacVicar reports, stakeholders say Calgary’s tourism industry is tied directly to WestJet’s success.

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Himachal Pradesh: Schools closed till August 22 due to surge in Covid-19 cases

Himachal Pradesh is under control, the pandemic is not yet over.

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India witnesses a sharp surge in Covid-19 cases, deaths in 24 hours

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Strictly Come Dancing chaos as show is shut down over pro-dancer Covid case

Strictly Come Dancing camp has been rocked by a Covid case among one of its team members, according to reports.The programme which is just days into preparations for the live show has been forced to request some staff to isolate for ten days.It is understood that the positive test for the virus was given by professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova.It is thought that most of those involved with the show are double jabbed but vaccinations are not completely full proof so there are now concerns the show could be delayed.A source told The Sun: "This isn’t exactly the dream start.

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Tom Hardy Gets Candid About How The Pandemic Changed His Priorities in Life

Tom Hardy is opening up about how the pandemic and lockdown protocols forced him to take a deep look at his priorities in life.

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Emmy Awards Moved To Outdoor Venue Due To Pandemic

As the delta variant of COVID-19 continues to spread, the Television Academy is making some adjustments to the upcoming Emmy Awards.

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Kerala: Shops in malls to reopen from today; Covid caseload surges to 35.86 lakh

Kerala government has strictly prohibited mass gathering during Onam, Muharram, Janmashtami, Ganesh Chathurthi, and Durga Pooja to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

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Emmy organizers move show outdoors and pare down invite list amid pandemic

Emmy organizers with the Television Academy announced on Tuesday that next month's proceedings will be held outside with a pared-down guest list amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and delta variant.The show will be held on the event deck of the L.A. Live venue behind the Microsoft Theater, 'following discussions with health and safety experts,' officials with the Television Academy said in a statement, according to The Hollywood Reporter.The outdoor venue has previously hosted Governors Balls following the show, but those are canceled amid the spike in coronavirus cases due to the delta variant.

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AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine nasal spray effective in animals, NIH says

BETHESDA, Md. - Researchers at the National Institutes of Health said a COVID-19 intranasal vaccine has proven effective in hamsters and monkeys.The team, lead by Dr. Vincent Munster of NIH’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, tested the Oxford/AstraZeneca nasal spray vaccine and published its results on July 27 in the journal Science Translational Medicine."All COVID-19 vaccines now in use are injected into the muscle," the NIH said in a statement.

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