Coronavirus US: Tablet vaccine is about to go into human trials

Millions of doses of a new Covid-19 vaccine could be in production by the end of the year, according to a San Francisco-based scientist who has been praised by Dr. Anthony Fauci for his work in the past. Immunologist Dr. Sean Tucker is currently trialing several different vaccine candidates at his California lab – some … Read more

‘Elvis worms’ found covered in iridescent scales that resemble the King of Rock’s sequined suits

Scientists discovered four specimens of deep-sea worms that have laid hidden more than 3,000 feet below the surface of the Gulf of California. Dubbed ‘Elvis worms’, these creatures are named after the King of Rock’s sequined suits because their backs are lined with shiny, iridescent scales. The team discovered the new species using remotely operated … Read more

Arnold Schwarzenegger wears his ‘we’ll be back mask’ on bike ride with daughter Christina

Arnold Schwarzenegger enjoyed an energetic bike ride with his daughter Christina in Los Angeles this week. The 72-year-old film star and former California Governor was also accompanied by his friend Ralf Moeller, who like him used to be a bodybuilder. For his latest outing Arnold made sure to wear his ‘WE’LL BE BACK’ mask with … Read more

Elon Musk lists five more California properties for a combined $102M

Elon Musk has listed five more California properties for a combined $97.5million nearly two weeks after he put two Bel Air homes on the market for $39.5million following a Twitter rant where he vowed to sell off his material possessions.  In a series of tweets on May 1, the Tesla founder, who according to Forbes is … Read more

Olivia Wilde confirms Dakota Johnson will star in her second directorial effort Don’t Worry, Darling

Olivia Wilde confirms Dakota Johnson will star in her second directorial effort Don’t Worry, Darling By Cassie Carpenter For Dailymail.com Published: 00:33 BST, 14 May 2020 | Updated: 05:20 BST, 14 May 2020 Emmy-winning producer Olivia Wilde officially confirmed on Wednesday that she had cast Dakota Johnson to play a mystery role in Don’t Worry, … Read more

California doctor says arthritis drug improved coronavirus patients’ symptoms within 72 hours

California doctor says arthritis drug being tested in the US and France to treat coronavirus has improved patients’ symptoms within 72 hours Dr Imran Sharief, a pulmonologist from California, gave tocilizumab, a drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, to severely ill COVID-19 patients  He said one patient’s condition improved within 72 hours and they came … Read more

How much will remdesivir cost? Experts say even $10 may be too much for Gilead’s antiviral

Experts say even $10 is too much for the US-made antiviral drug approved to treat the novel coronavirus. Gilead Sciences’ medication, remdesivir, was shown to help reduce patients’ hospital stays over a placebo, in a clinical trial run by the National Institutes of Health. Last week, it became the first drug approved by the US … Read more

Bioluminescent waves on the coast of California have turned into a red tide that stinks like sulfur

Residents of Southern California witnessed a stunning electric blue surf over the past month, but the breathtaking display has now taken a turn for the worst – and it stinks. The microorganisms that produce the bioluminescent waters are starting to breakdown, resulting in red tides of staining seawater that smells like sulfur. The once luminous … Read more

Tesla approved to reopen California plant after defying lockdown order

Tesla’s dispute with California health authorities over the reopening of its main car plant in defiance of coronavirus shutdown orders appears to be coming to an end – as the automaker shifts its focus to resuming operations at a battery-making Gigafactory in Nevada.   The Alameda County Public Health Department announced on Twitter early Wednesday that … Read more

Lucy Hale enjoys a leisurely dog walk after opening up about her lengthy battle with acne

Lucy Hale took her beloved Maltipoo Elvis on their daily stroll under California‘s coronavirus lockdown on Tuesday.  For her outing, the 30-year-old Pretty Little Liars alum donned a form-fitting black long sleeve, a pair of light-wash jeans and a pair of yellow-laced trainers with stars emblazoned on the sides.  Her pup remained dutifully by her side … Read more