Scientists in China have identified a new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, capable of infecting humans by binding to the ACE2 receptor, similar to SARS-CoV-2. The discovery raises concerns about potential spillover events, although the virus’s efficiency in binding to human ACE2 is lower than SARS-CoV-2.
Fri Feb 21 , 2025
Delhi’s new chief minister, Rekha Gupta, defended her administration’s immediate actions against opposition criticism. She highlighted the quick implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Yojana and asserted the BJP’s commitment to Delhi under PM Modi’s leadership. Gupta also emphasized revealing undisclosed CAG reports as a priority.
Scientists in China have identified a new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, capable of infecting humans by binding to the ACE2 receptor, similar to SARS-CoV-2. The discovery raises concerns about potential spillover events, although the virus’s efficiency in binding to human ACE2 is lower than SARS-CoV-2.