Vaccine development is a long, complex process. Unlike drugs that are given to people with a diseased, vaccines are given to healthy people and also vulnerable sections such as children, pregnant women and the elderly. So rigorous tests are compulsory. History says that the fastest time it took to develop a vaccine is five years, but it usually takes double or sometimes triple that time. … [Read more...] about Gold flat as concerns over rising virus cases offset vaccine optimism
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Gold hits one-week peak as softer dollar, worsening COVID-19 pandemic lift appeal
"From a technical point of view gold may face some resistance around $1,900-$1,905," said Howie Lee, economist at OCBC Bank, adding, the bullion’s move higher depends on clarity on fresh U.S. fiscal stimulus. … [Read more...] about Gold hits one-week peak as softer dollar, worsening COVID-19 pandemic lift appeal
Jaguar I-Pace, the award-winning electric car, is open for bookings—what you need to know
The I-Pace has received overwhelming praise ever since its launch from the global press, going on to win the World Car of The Year award in 2019 (along with the World Green Car of the Year award). In terms of design, the car is peak 2020 – it’s a cross between an SUV and a sports coupé, with the muscular wheel arches of the latter, and the raised ride height of the former. … [Read more...] about Jaguar I-Pace, the award-winning electric car, is open for bookings—what you need to know
How glass skyscrapers took over the world–and why we need to stop building them
The Crystal Palace When glass structures were transformed into spaces for human habitation, the new challenge was to keep the interior sufficiently cool. Preventing overheating in glass buildings has proven enormously difficult–even in Britain’s temperate climate. The Crystal Palace in Hyde Park–a temporary pavilion built to house the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations in 1851–was a case in point. … [Read more...] about How glass skyscrapers took over the world–and why we need to stop building them
Bill Gates, the virus and the quest to vaccinate the world
A vaccine works by mimicking a natural infection. A vaccine not only induces immune response to protect people from any future COVID-19 infection, but also helps quickly build herd immunity to put an end to the pandemic. Herd immunity occurs when a sufficient percentage of a population becomes immune to a disease, making the spread of disease from person to person unlikely. The good news is that SARS-CoV-2 virus has been fairly stable, which increases the viability of a vaccine. … [Read more...] about Bill Gates, the virus and the quest to vaccinate the world
