China, bat coronavirus and COVID-19 pandemic

New bat coronavirus discovered in China sparks pandemic concerns
The discovery of a new bat coronavirus in China has sparked concerns of another pandemic. The virus, HKU5-CoV-2, is similar to to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Dr. Scott Gottlieb says he's not too concerned on reports of a new coronavirus in China
Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss reports of a new coronavirus in China.
New bat coronavirus HKU5-CoV-2 identified in China: Does it pose a risk to humans?
The study found that HKU5-CoV-2 contains a furin cleavage site, a feature that enhances viral entry into cells via the ACE2 receptor. In laboratory experiments, the virus was able to infect human cells with high ACE2 levels, including models of human intestines and airways.
China finds new coronavirus that can infect humans just as Covid-19 did
A new study led by Shi Zhengli, the Chinese scientist at the centre of research that’s suspected to have caused the Covid-19 pandemic, has found a new bat coronavirus that has a ‘high’ risk of spillov
China discovers new bat coronavirus that poses risk of animal-to-human transmission
A Chinese team discovered a new bat coronavirus that poses a risk of animal-to-human transmission as it uses the same human receptor as the COVID-19 virus, a Hong Kong daily reported on Thursday, citing the latest study.
New Coronavirus Discovered in Chinese Bats Sparks Alarm
HKU5-CoV-2 was found by a Chinese research team led by virologist Shi Zhengli, known as "Batwoman" for her work on coronaviruses, especially at the Wuhan Institute, which has been at the center of the theory suggesting COVID-19 came from a lab leak—something Shi has denied.
Covid returns? China finds new bat coronavirus with animal-to-human transmission risk: Report
A media report underscores that the virus, found by a Chinese team of virologists, uses the same human receptor as the virus that causes Covid-19.
What Is HKU5-CoV-2? Scientists Find Bat Virus Similar To COVID-19
Researchers have discovered a virus that could enter human cells in a similar way to COVID-19. But they caution it's much more poorly adapted to humans.
China identifies new bat coronavirus with potential for animal-to-human transmission
A team of Chinese researchers has discovered a new bat coronavirus that has the potential to jump from animals to humans, raising concerns about possible future outbreaks. The v
Stock market plummets after 'new Coronavirus' discovered in China
Pfizer and Moderna stocks bucked the trend and soared after the news of a potential "deadlier version of Covid."
Another bat virus discovered from China—Here’s what makes HKU5-CoV-2 different from COVID-19
A team of Chinese researchers has discovered a new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, which has the potential to infect human cells. The virus, linked to the same family as MERS, was found to bind to human ACE2 receptors,
Top NIH official during COVID-19 — who admitted agency funded gain-of-function research in China — resigns
Dr. Lawrence A. Tabak, 73, has abruptly resigned from his post as acting director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
China says Wuhan institute was not involved in creating COVID-19 virus
The Wuhan Institute of Virology was not involved in the creation or leakage of the COVID-19 virus, a spokesperson of China's ...
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New COVID-19 Variant HKU5-CoV-2 Detected In China Could Lead Another Pandemic: Can Existing Vaccines Protect You?
Another highly infectious variant of coronavirus - HKU5-CoV-2 detected in China is capable of evading vaccine-induced ...
Covid-like bat virus discovered at SAME LAB in China accused of leaking pandemic bug with fears it could infect humans
A NEW bat coronavirus has been discovered at the same Chinese lab at the centre of the Covid lab leak theory storm.
Yuan battles US dollar, China’s latest J-35 stealth jet: SCMP daily highlights
From China eyeing Mideast buyers at military expo to a new bat coronavirus, here’s a round-up from today’s China and economy ...