Evacuation flights resume from Kabul
Evacuees crowd the interior of a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft, carrying some 640 Afghans to Qatar from Kabul, August 15, 2021 (more…)
SPAR committed to a positive role in South Africa
Johannesburg, 27 July 2021: The last few weeks of turmoil, exacerbated by the global pandemic, have challenged South Africa’s resolve but SPAR and the communities they serve remain resolute in their aim to make a difference in the lives of others. (more…)
Pfizer experimental COVID-19 vaccine
Pfizer Inc’s PFE.N experimental COVID-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective based on initial trial results, the drugmaker said on Monday, a major victory in the war against a virus that has killed over a million people and battered the world’s economy. (more…)
Athletes offered grants
World Athletics and the International Athletics Foundation (IAF) today announced that 193 athletes from 58 member federations will be offered one-time grants of US$3000 through an Athlete Welfare Fund announced in April to help support professional athletes experiencing financial hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic. (more…)
Corona Virus information
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses, with some causing less severe disease, like the common cold. (more…)