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March 17, 2023 02:39 PM IST

Tech tycoon, branded ‘creep’ for $100,000 offer to woman, breaks his silence

Steve Kirsch says he offered a 'hypothetical' $100,000 to a co-passenger to take off her mask. His tweet sparked backlash and led to the millionaire being branded a creep.

Tech tycoon branded a ‘creep’ for $100,000 offer to co-passenger on plane

A millionaire tech tycoon is being mocked mercilessly for offering a co-passenger $100,000 to take off her face mask on board a flight.

Are masks mandatory at airports?

Wearing mask is not mandatory but advised, says Maha health minister

The state health minister said although the letter by the health ministry says the use of masks is a must, it is in fact an appeal to people to wear masks. He added no action will be taken against those who don't wear them.

Karnataka reintroduces mask mandate as COVID-19 cases rise

Not only has the Karnataka government made face covering or mask-wearing mandatory in all public places, it has also made spitting in public places a punishable offence attracting a fine as prescribed by the local authorities.

COVID-19 | Tips to make the most out of your face mask

As Covid cases show and upward trend, it’s time to mask up again. Here are some tips to make the most of your face masks.

Coronavirus | A look at some common face mask problem and their solution

Mask should cover your face from the bridge of the nose to under your chin. Amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, health experts are encouraging the use of face mask. Here are some tips on how to make the most out of your mask.

Double masking | Should you wear two masks to check COVID spread? Here is what science says

Double masking has recently been validated by CDC and Dr Anthony Fauci, America’s leading infectious diseases expert. It can help filter more particles than a single cloth mask alone.

COVID-19: Twitter reacts to viral video of Mumbai cops making five men do ‘murga walk’ for not wearing face mask

In the now viral clip, a group of men are being made to squat and walk at Marine Drive promenade for not wearing face masks.

COVID-19 Pandemic | Five most expensive face masks in the world

According to experts, wearing a face mask is the most important step to limit coronavirus spread, even after COVID-19 vaccination. With the rising usage of face masks while following precautionary measures, masks have started to make a fashion statement. Here are the five of the most expensive face masks in the world.

COVID-19 pandemic | Gwalior authorities jail people without masks, make them write essay on coronavirus

The local administration of Gwalior has announced that people caught without face masks will be jailed, where they will have to write an essay on coronavirus as a punishment.

Arvind Kejriwal says coronavirus third wave in Delhi will end sooner if people follow protocols strictly

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that until there is a medicine to cure COVID-19, face masks will serve the purpose. He added: “These face masks are the biggest protection against COVID-19 infection. We need to promote wearing face masks as a movement.”

Mumbai: No face mask or money to pay fine? Get ready to sweep roads!

According to the officials, this punishment is being handed out as per the BMCs Solid Waste Management Bye-Laws that give the civic body powers to ask citizens to do various community services for spitting on roads.

A look at some innovative face masks and their effectiveness against COVID-19

Numerous studies have proved that wearing a mask can play a significant role in reducing the spread of COVID-19. As case numbers rise, many innovative mask alternatives have emerged. But are they really effective? Let's take a look.