PARISㅡThe emergence in Britain and South Africa of two new variants of Sars-CoV-2, which are potentially far more infectious versions of the virus, has prompted widespread concern. Here is what we know一and what we don’tㅡabout the mutations. What are they? All viruses mutate when they...
FAITH ON THE GROUND Noel R., 33, a construction worker who lost his job, on Plaza Miranda imploring the Black Nazarene’s mercy. (Ali Vicoy) Your employer? No, he’s disappeared. Malacañang ? A senator, your congressman? Your mayor and barangay captain? No—he can’t even get a bus ride...
Even the asymptomatic struggle from the coronavirus As told by a concerned Covid-19 victim who wishes to remain anonymous. DYING INSIDE Asymptomatic patients suffer from anxiety and discrimination, illustration by Ariana Maralit I was patient number… I don’t even know anymore. That's how...