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A NEWLY discovered bat coronavirus found in China has raised pandemic fears, experts warn.
Named HKU5-CoV-2, the virus was identified by scientists at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, which has been at the centre of the theory that Covid-19 leaked from a lab.
Research published in Cell journal revealed the bug can enter cells using human ACE2 – the same receptor that played a critical role in the devastating spread of Covid-19.
This means it can jump straight from bats to humans without another animal in between, like most viruses do.
This extra adaptation is surprising because, despite both being coronaviruses, they come from separate branches of the family tree.
HKU5-CoV-2 instead, belongs to the merbecovirus lineage, making it a cousin of Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), also called camel flu.
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), camel flu is less infectious than Covid, but it is more deadly, killing a third of known patients.
“There is the potential for this new virus to spillover to human, like previous coronaviruses including SARS-CoV-2,” said Dr Gary R McLean, a research fellow at the Imperial College London, who was not involved in the study
“Interestingly, this newly discovered virus lineage (HKU5-CoV-2), despite evolving in bats, can effectively use human entry receptor protein ACE2 for infection of human cells and tissues.
Prof Gary added that, so far, there is no “evidence” that HKU5-CoV-2 can infect people – the paper is based on tests in a laboratory, showing the bugs “potential”.
“Hopefully the Chinese authorities now have good surveillance systems in place and the laboratories work to rigid safety standards that minimise the risk of spillover occurring,” he said.
The Chinese researchers – led by “batwoman” Shi Zheng-Li at the – also said that HKU5-CoV-2 does not appear to be as good at entering the ACE2 receptor as Sars-Cov-2 is.
Prof Simon Clarke, an expert in cellular microbiology, from the University of Reading, took this one step further and said we shouldn’t get “too hung up” on how the virus spreads.
“This is just one part of the way the virus interacts with our bodies; things are much more complicated,” he said.
“The finding of another bat coronavirus that gains entry human and animal cells by unlocking them in the same way as Covid-19 is naturally of concern and will worry people, but it shouldn’t be all that surprising.
“This way of accessing cells is probably far more common than we realise, and the more scientists look for these things, the more examples they’re likely to find.”
Although the new research contains some pandemic-associated trigger works, Prof Paul Hunter, an expert in medicine at the University of East Anglia, said we shouldn’t worry too much – at least not yet.
“We do need to remain vigilant about all coronaviruses,” he said.
“At some point a coronavirus will trigger another pandemic, maybe not in the next few decades.
“When that does happen will it be HKU5-CoV-2? Again probably not but it may be.”
The WHO has previously listed MERS and Covid as two of several diseases – alongside the mysterious disease X – that could spark a pandemic, but for which there is no specific treatment or vaccine.
Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is a viral respiratory infection caused by MERS-CoV.
Humans can get MERS-CoV through either direct or indirect interaction with camels.
It does not pass easily between humans but can be caught through prolonged, unprotected contact with a sufferer.
Instances of human-to-human transmission have been observed among close contacts and within healthcare environments.
But outside of health care settings, there has been limited human-to-human transmission to date, WHO notes.
Symptoms range from mild cough and fever to severe respiratory failure and death.
The illness can start with:
In severe cases, the illness may result in respiratory failure and requires treatment in an intensive care unit.
There is no vaccine, although several are in development.
NOT everybody shares the same taste when it comes to garden aesthetic – some people prefer lush green lawns, others like easy-to-maintain patio.
The endless design possibilities are what makes the world of gardening so interesting.
However, some people aren’t afraid to voice their opinions when they see a garden renovation they don’t like.
And one proud homeowner quickly realised this after her patio makeover was harshly slated online.
The woman posted her jaw-dropping transformation on TikTok, from her account @vjones78, captioning it: “Cannot wait for summer 2025!”
The video showed a dramatic before and after of her garden makeover, which left viewers reeling.
The first clip showed a typical British garden, with a long green lawn and pretty paving slabs running through it.
There was plenty of foliage around and neatly decorated flower beds filled up with planters.
The following clip showed the results of her huge overhaul – and the entire garden had been paved over by grey slabs.
Wooden container-style sheds took up most of the space, which the poster said she planned to use as a home office and bar.
Not a patch of lawn had been left behind.
In fact, the only sign of nature were a few lonely plant pots dotted around.
Paving experts Minster Paving say there are a few risks to consider when having your garden done up.
Their website says: “Gardens prevent flooding by their very nature, as grass and soil soaks up water.
“If an area is paved, rain and wastewater will still follow the route of least resistance and cause paving water run off.
“This can lead to your garden drainage systems becoming overwhelmed and a flooded area around your property.”
They also note the impact this can have on wildlife.
Viewers in the comments savaged the renovation, likening it to a Covid testing site.
One person quipped: “I think the garden would look nicer with another shed and a bit more concrete if you could find space for it between your sheds and concrete.”
Another person said “I genuinely recoiled in horror.”
Questioning the caption, one viewer wrote: “Excited for summer, why? You’re going from one building to another?”
Another person sarcastically commented: “Think I spotted some green in the new garden – if you removed it you could probably fit a few more paving slabs in.”
While somebody else said: “This is so bad I actually have to comment. I know we shouldn’t say anything if you can’t say anything nice, but what have you done?”
Despairing for nature, one person wrote: “And people wonder why wildlife is struggling to survive.”
While someone else felt it looked familiar: “It went from a garden to looking like a Covid testing site in a car park.”
Another person gasped: “This should be illegal.”
A well-kept garden can add anywhere between 5-20% to the value of a property.
Sellhousefast.uk carried out a study and consulted 36 estate agents, garden designers and property professionals from across the UK.
And the experts revealed the garden feature which adds the most value to a property is a shed.
THE school of a five-year-old boy who died after a being struck by a car in Co Laois has told how he was “adored by his classmates”.
Aaron Hussain tragically lost his life after he was hit by a car not far from his home while out playing in the Kilminchy area of Portlaoise at around 4.20pm on Saturday.
The schoolboy was rushed to hospital but pronounced dead a short time later and the driver, a woman in her 40s, was not injured.
Aaron’s heartbroken parents, dad Tauqir Hussain, who is involved in a local barber shop, and mum Irina Novikova who runs a beauty studio, confirmed that their beloved boy will be laid to rest on Thursday.
A notice online said: “It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved son Aaron Hussain, aged 5 who tragically left us on the 22nd February 2025.
“Cherished son on Tauqir Hussain and Irina Novikova and loving brother to Adam.
“Aaron was a bright and loving child who brought joy to all who knew him.
“He will be deeply missed by his heartbroken parents, brother, extended family, friends, his classmates at Educate Together and the wider Portlaoise Community.”
Portlaoise Educate Together National School, where Aaron was a Junior Infant pupil, yesterday told how they are “devastated” at the tragic loss of their “wonderful” student Aaron.
A touching tribute added: “He was so adored by his classmates and he will be sorely missed by all within our school community, in particular his teachers and the staff who worked with him so memorably and enjoyably.
“Our thoughts are with his family and especially with his brother Adam and his parents.”
The Classic Barbers in Portlaoise, where Aaron’s dad Tauqir works, told how the schoolboy was the “biggest helper” at the business.
It said: “Thank you for all and each of you for support in this heartbreaking loss of our so beloved Aaron, he was biggest helper in shop. He touched so many hearts.
“We are sorry if we can’t catch-up with all of your supporting and loving massages. We feel love and support by all of you.
“We pray to God Allah that Hussain and his family would be comforted with peace and love in this hard time.”
Aaron’s heartbroken family confirmed that he will be reposing at Keegan’s Funeral Home from 11am tomorrow.
Removal will take place at 1pm to SS Peter and Paul’s Cemetery, Portlaoise arriving at 1:30pm for interment prayers and burial.
Mum Irina urged all those involved in Aarons life to attend.
She said: “With heavy hearts, we invite all who knew and loved our little angel, Aaron, to join us in saying our final goodbyes.”
Irina yesterday thanked all those who have supported the family, who have been living in the area for a number of years, during this difficult time and opened up trying to navigate a new “heartbreaking reality”.
She said: “Our hearts are shattered, but we are overwhelmed by the love and support from all of you.
“We cannot express how much it means to us during this unimaginable time.
“It’s hard to believe how many lives our little Aaron touched in his five beautiful years.
“He was a child full of joy, kindness, and a heart bigger than words can describe.
“Though we are unable to respond to each of you, please know we see and feel your love.
“Thank you for holding us in your hearts as we try to navigate this heartbreaking reality.”
Gardai are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to contact them.
A spokesperson said: “Any road users who may have camera footage, including dash-cam, and were travelling in Kilminchy, Portlaoise, Co. Laois between 4pm and 5pm this afternoon are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardai.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057 867 4100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.”
BARGAIN Hunt has landed an extra special one-off show to commemorate its 25 years on-screen.
The long-running BBC show will be marking its silver anniversary next month and will be dipping into its archive for the most memorable moments ever from the antique-based game show.
Titled 25 Years of Bargain Hunt, the special show looks set to air on March 13 with the show’s hosts past and present coming together for the show.
Some of the programme’s most classic moments will be broadcast in the special round-up with many of the experts also returning to share their best memories on the show.
A synopsis for the special reads: “Enjoy the ride as they delve into the show’s archive, digging out clips from the days when David Dickinson was at the helm. It was primetime viewing with all the fun of live auctions.
“Charlie Ross, with the help of his co-presenters, lifts the lid on some of the secrets from those early days, and experts Philip Serrell, Kate Bliss and Thomas Forrester spill the beans on their fondest memories.
“Thomas also reveals that the late great Terry Wogan had a thing or two to say about him and his team after they made a huge loss on the show.”
Current show expert Roo Irvine will also be taking a look at the different times the show made the headlines.
A surprise celebrity cheating scandal that rocked the programme involving Happy Mondays star Bez will most certainly be on the agenda.
The performer was kicked off the programme and disqualified after his girlfriend Firouzeh Razavi was unmasked as the highest bidder on his team’s items.
Show expert Thomas told The Sun last year of the incident: “We had the big scandal with the music one when Bez‘s girlfriend – now wife – bid on the lots herself. It was just so naughty.
“They had to re-film the whole thing. They had to go back, do an inquiry, say this is not how it happens, you’re not allowed to do this.
“Then it was on Gogglebox. It made Gogglebox – people cheating on Bargain Hunt.
“Bez and his girlfriend [got a big telling off] yeah they did. But it was all in good humour.”
Roo will also take a look at an on-screen marriage proposal that took the show by surprise as well as some other hidden gems from the show’s vault.
First airing on BBC One in 2000, Bargain Hunt sees two pairs of contestants tasked with buying antiques from a shop or fair and then try to make a profit at auction. With David Dickinson and Tim Wonnacott among the show's alumni, let's take a look at the current presenters.
